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Design an ICT security framework

Design an ICT security framework

Unit of competency
National Code
ICTNWK519
State Code
AUP45
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
25/03/2015
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
16/09/2015
Field of Education
020305 - Systems Analysis And Design
Original Release Date
16/09/2015
Nominal Hours
25
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to evaluate information and communications technology (ICT) security requirements for a new system and to plan for controls and contingencies.It applies to individuals working in senior roles in the networking area who are required to design security for new ICT systems.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Research ICT security requirements
  • 1.1 Investigate and gather statutory, commercial and application security requirements
  • 1.2 Assess impact on the existing ICT system
  • 1.3 Identify additional ICT security requirements
  • 1.4 Document security requirements and forward to appropriate person for approval
2. Conduct risk analysis
  • 2.1 Identify security threats and determine security specifications, taking into account the internal and external business environment
  • 2.2 Develop controls and contingencies to alleviate security threats
  • 2.3 Identify the costs associated with contingencies
  • 2.4 Document and forward recommendations to appropriate person for approval
3. Develop ICT security policy and operational procedures
  • 3.1 Review feedback from appropriate person to determine how to manage security threats
  • 3.2 Develop security policies based on the security strategy
  • 3.3 Create and document work procedures based on the security policies
  • 3.4 Document operating procedures and forward to appropriate person for approval
  • 3.5 Take action to ensure confidentiality of client and user information
  • 3.6 Apply statutory requirements to policy and procedures
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D7969 ICANWK519A Design an IT security framework Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OBT51 ICTNWK549 Design ICT security frameworks Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
AWF1 ICT50115 Diploma of Information Technology Qualification
BEH1 ICT50118 Diploma of Information Technology Qualification