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CREST Practitioner Security Analyst

Overview

Off the shelf (OTS)

The CPSA course leads to the CREST Practitioner Security Analyst (CPSA) examination, which is an entry level qualification that tests a candidate's knowledge in assessing operating systems and common network services at a basic level below that; of the main CRT and CCT qualifications.

The CPSA examination also includes an intermediate level of web application security testing and methods to identify common web application security vulnerabilities.

Successful completion of this course requires access an external online assessment. The online assessment platform may not be accessible from Civil Service department IT due to security restrictions. If you have any questions or believe you may be impacted by these restrictions, please contact support@governmentcampus.co.uk.

Delivery method
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Virtual

Course duration
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35 hours

Competency level
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Foundation

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Delivery method
Virtual icon

Virtual

Course duration
Duration icon

35 hours

Competency level
Foundation icon

Foundation