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Course Outline
The syllabus outlines the training objectives and details for each module:
View the latest syllabus (PDF)
Key topics include:
1. Module 1 – Fundamentals of IA Architecture
- Defining IA Architecture
- The responsibilities of an IA architect
- Core security design principles
- Conceptual architectural models
2. Module 2 – Advanced Security Architecture Concepts
- Essential security mechanisms
- Delivery of security services
- Architectural security design
3. Module 3 – Information Assurance Methodologies
- Established Information Assurance frameworks
- Cryptographic assurance practices
- Assurance for products and services
- Vulnerability and penetration testing procedures
4. Module 4 – Innovation and Business Improvement
- Managing business change, security metrics, and ROI
- Assessing risk, security postures, and organisational security culture
- Positioning security as a business enabler
- IA maturity models
5. Module 5 – Security Across the Lifecycle
- Integrating security throughout the entire lifecycle
6. Module 6 – Preparation for IA Architecture mock and live exam
- Exam format, structure, and scoring criteria
- Mock examination sessions using the official BCS sample paper
Module Learning Outcomes
- Gain a clear understanding of the examination format and scoring system
- Be fully prepared to undertake the IA Architecture examination
NobleProg holds the status of a BCS Accredited Training Provider.
The course is led by an expert NobleProg trainer who has been approved by BCS.
The fee covers the delivery of the complete course syllabus by an approved BCS trainer, as well as the BCS CIAA examination. This exam can be taken remotely at your convenience and is centrally invigilated by BCS. Participants who successfully pass the multiple-choice exam, requiring a score of at least 65%, will be awarded the accredited BCS Practitioner Certificate in Information Assurance Architecture (CIAA).
Requirements
While there are no strict formal entry requirements, candidates are expected to possess a foundational understanding of information assurance.
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Testimonials (1)
1. The BCS test exam questions were often incoherent or not related to the syllabus - which appears to be a trait of BCS course and exams 2. the subject matter was taught reading powerpoint slides full of text - the BCS should be providing at least some diagrammatic content and other visual aids especially as many people learn in very different ways - more than just reading text.
