Course Outline
The curriculum details the training objectives and module contents:
Download the latest syllabus (PDF)
Course Overview:
1. Module 1 – Fundamentals of IA Architecture
- Definition of IA Architecture.
- The responsibilities of an IA architect.
- Principles of Security Design.
- Conceptual Architectures.
2. Module 2 – Advanced Security Architecture Concepts
- Essential Security Mechanisms.
- Security Services.
- Security Design processes.
3. Module 3 – Information Assurance Methodologies
- Information Assurance Frameworks.
- Cryptographic Assurance.
- Assurance of Products and Services.
- Vulnerability and Penetration Testing.
4. Module 4 – Innovation and Business Enhancement
- Business transformation, security metrics, and ROI.
- Risk management, security postures, and organizational security culture.
- Positioning Security as a Business Enabler.
- IA Maturity Models.
5. Module 5 – Security Across the Lifecycle
- Integrating Security across the entire lifecycle.
6. Module 6 – IA Architecture Exam Preparation
- Exam format, structure, and grading criteria.
- Practice examination using the BCS sample paper.
Module Learning Outcomes
- Gain a clear understanding of the examination format and scoring system.
- Be fully prepared to sit for the IA Architecture certification exam.
NobleProg is a BCS Accredited Training Provider.
The course will be instructed by a NobleProg expert trainer approved by BCS.
The fee includes the full delivery of the course syllabus by an approved BCS trainer, along with the BCS CIAA exam. The exam can be taken remotely at your convenience and is centrally invigilated by BCS. Upon successfully passing the multiple-choice exam (a score of at least 65% is required), participants will be awarded the accredited BCS Practitioner Certificate in Information Assurance Architecture (CIAA).
Requirements
While there are no formal entry requirements, candidates are expected to possess a foundational understanding of Information Assurance.
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.
