Certificate IV in Cyber Security

About the course

This Certificate IV in Cyber Security builds practical, transferable IT and cyber security skills to help you move into entry-level security work. You’ll learn core concepts and techniques used to protect systems, networks and data, with training designed for real workplace contexts and multiple study options across Queensland. This is a Certificate IV qualification in IT & Computer Science focused on cyber security. The programme delivers hands-on programming, networking, and technical support skills for IT employment.

Career outcome

Graduates may pursue entry-level roles supporting cyber security operations in businesses and government, assisting with basic threat monitoring, security administration and incident support. The course can help build capability for junior cyber security and ICT support pathways where security awareness and protective controls are required. This is a Certificate IV qualification in IT & Computer Science aligned to cyber security job pathways. Preparing graduates for IT support, junior developer, and systems assistant roles, or degree articulation.

Living Costs in Gold Coast**

Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 22 - 29	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 1,564 - 2,068	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,096 - 1,449
Transportation (Daily) A$ 3 - 9	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 234 - 310

Average Salary***

*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)

**Source: numbeo.com

***Source: PayScale.com (2026)