Course Information
About this course
This course is part of the Cyber Foundation Pathway (CFP), combining the technical skills learned in modules 1 to 5 and combining them all to attack and defend networks.
You will take part in a series of network scenarios, discovering weaknesses and vulnerabilities and exploiting them to gain access to systems and services.
The assessment is not part of the residential course and must be booked following a minimum two-week period of consolidation time after the module.
The Defence Cyber Academy (DCA) is only offering classroom-based learning for this module, returning to the more traditional way of face-to-face teaching. All the module content will be delivered using DCA classroom facilities; whiteboard, DCA network, PowerPoint and most importantly – a virtual network where all activity can be conducted safely. This will be conducted at the Defence Academy.
What you will learn
You will learn/develop and understanding of:
• modern intelligence gathering techniques
• exploitation and mitigation of common web application vulnerabilities
• alternative attack methodologies using Linux terminal and PowerShell
• post exploitation techniques across Windows and Linux hosts
• password cracking techniques and their defensive countermeasures
• secure network design principles, including routing, subnetting and traffic flow
• implementation of VPNs, PKI components, and firewall rules
How this course will help your career
This is the final module in the CPF. Successful completion of this module and the associated CFPEX6 assessment provides a recognised Joint Personnel Administration competency for military personnel.
Entry requirements
Who can attend this course
- Military
- MOD civil servants
- Partners across government (PAG)
Before you attend
Prior to undertaking Module 6 you are required to have:
- completed all the pre-requisite elements for modules 1 through 5
- completed the required module 5 assessment.
It is strongly recommended that you complete the online Module 6 knowledge check quiz found on the DLE Module 6 course page, prior to applying, to ensure your current skills align with the course requirements. Further clarity of the CFP module pre-requisites can be found on our explanatory page.
Security Check clearance is required.
Additional information
How the course will be taught
- Face-to-face
How you will be assessed
The Module 6 assessment is a two hour examination comprising both theoretical questions and practical demonstrations. You will be required to apply and evidence the skills and techniques covered during the residential course. Candidates are encouraged to bring their class notes to support their responses.
The assessment is not conducted during the residential module.
You may only book the CFPEX6 assessment once you have successfully completed all prior CFP assessments (Modules 1 to 5) and have taken a minimum two week period of consolidation following completion of the Module 6 learning.