Diploma of Information Technology (Cyber Security, Systems Administration and Database and Data Management)
ICT50220 | CRICOS COURSE CODE 105132D
Diploma
This qualification prepares individuals for ICT roles, developing specialised technical skills in cybersecurity, systems administration, and database management. Graduates can work independently or in teams across industries, apply problem-solving skills, and manage ICT systems effectively.
📌 Core Knowledge & Skills
Core Knowledge
Principles of cyber security, including protecting data and developing disaster recovery and contingency plans
Fundamentals of systems administration and maintenance procedures
Concepts of database and data management, including creating, designing and monitoring data systems
ICT professional practice, including ethical, privacy and intellectual property considerations
Understanding ICT problem‑solving and client support in technical environments
Core Skills
Implement cyber security measures and promote security best practices
Design, create and monitor databases and knowledge management systems
Troubleshoot and support system applications and maintenance procedures
Apply ICT ethics, privacy, and legal policies in workplace environments
Lead and facilitate team work and solve client problems in ICT contexts
Use ICT tools to match organisational needs and support cybersecurity, administration and data processes
Career Opportunities
With relevant working experience graduates of ICT50220 – Diploma of Information Technology (Cyber Security, Database Management & System Administration) course may gain employment in job roles including:
Cyber Security Analyst
ICT Security Consultant
Network Administrator
Web Developer
System Analyst
Database Administrator
Website Penetration Tester
To view outcomes about employment prospects for this qualification see
To whom is this course recommended?
International students
Study Pathway
Graduates will have significant cyber security and information technology network knowledge and can consolidate and build pathways to further education and employment opportunities including:
- Bachelor of Information Technology (Network Security)
- ICT60220 Advanced Diploma of Information Technology
Entry Requirement
At Abbey College, students must have/or be:
- Complex computer skills with the ability to modify and save a document and to upload attachments.
- Access to a computer and the internet.
- 18 years old or above to apply for this course.
- Satisfactory completed Year 12 of secondary education or its equivalent
and/or
For overseas students whose first language is not English an overall - IELTS Academic score of 6.0 or equivalent. OR
- Pass an Abbey College Australia entry test designed to assess the level of English proficiency.
Here is a score comparison chart featuring popular English Proficiency Tests as well as Abbey’s English Placement Test:
Qualification units
- BSBCRT512 Originate and develop concepts
- ICTSAS527 Manage client problems
- BSBXCS402 Promote workplace cyber security awareness and best practices
- BSBXTW401 Lead and facilitate a team
- ICTICT517 Match ICT needs with the strategic direction of the organisation
- ICTICT532 Apply IP, ethics and privacy policies in ICT environments
- ICTDBS503 Create a data warehouse
- ICTDBS507 Integrate databases with websites
- ICTDBS505 Monitor and improve knowledge management systems
- ICTSAD502 Model data processes
- ICTDBS506 Design databases
- ICTCYS610 Protect critical infrastructure for organisations
- ICTCYS613 Utilise design methodologies for security architecture
- ICTSAS524 Develop, implement and evaluate an incident response plan
- ICTSAS526 Review and update disaster recovery and contingency plans
- ICTCYS407 Gather, analyse and interpret threat data
- ICTNWK615 Design and configure desktop virtualisation
- ICTSAS518 Install and upgrade operating systems
- ICTSAS512 Review and manage delivery of maintenance services
- ICTNWK546 Manage network security
Tuition Fee
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