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About the course
This Information Security specialisation is designed for students in the Master of Information Systems and Technology who want advanced cybersecurity expertise. You’ll learn to analyse, design and implement security controls across systems and networks, assess organisational security measures, and respond to emerging threats using modern tools and techniques. The specialisation also covers policy, legal and standards-based security governance, culminating in a practical cybersecurity audit and recommendations in an IT & Computer Science postgraduate specialisation.
Career outcome
Graduates can pursue roles focused on protecting organisational systems, data and networks and supporting cyber risk management. Typical positions include information security analyst, cybersecurity analyst, security operations centre (SOC) analyst, and IT risk and security analyst. Work may involve monitoring and incident response, vulnerability assessment, recommending controls, and developing security policies aligned with standards and legal requirements in IT & Computer Science specialist roles.
Living Costs in Perth**
Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 17 - 23 |
Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 1,255 - 1,660 |
Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 866 - 1,146 |
Transportation (Daily) A$ 6 - 8 |
Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 243 - 321 |
Average Salary***
