Occupational Certificate: Cybersecurity Analyst
Explore the SAQA dataset information, NQF level and approved career relationships for this qualification.
About this qualification
The Occupational Certificate: Cybersecurity Analyst is an occupational qualification in Information Technology and Computer Sciences. It is listed at NQF Level 5 with 173 credits and is associated with the Occupational Qualifications Sub-Framework (OQSF). Its focus is indicated by the qualification title, but the available evidence does not provide detailed learning content.
Who might consider this qualification?
People interested in cybersecurity and analytical information technology work might consider this qualification. It may be relevant to learners who want to develop toward cybersecurity analyst-related responsibilities, subject to the provider’s admission requirements and the qualification’s current status.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification title indicates potential relevance to cybersecurity analyst-related work, but the available evidence does not confirm specific occupational outcomes, employment opportunities or professional registration. Completing it would not guarantee employment or appointment.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Cybersecurity analysis
- Identifying and interpreting cybersecurity-related information
- Analytical thinking in an information technology context
QCTO Qualification & Accredited Providers
This SAQA qualification is also present in the QCTO occupational qualifications data available to Edupstairs.
- QCTO qualification
- Cybersecurity Analyst
- Quality Partner
- MICT SETA DHET
- NQF level
- 5
- Credits
- 173
Active QCTO-accredited provider organisations
Showing 97–108 of 186 matching provider organisations.
Maganyeni Telecoms
Latest accreditation end in these records: May 30, 2030
Managed Outsourced Technology Solutions (Pty) Ltd
Latest accreditation end in these records: September 12, 2030
Manut Services (Pty) Ltd
Latest accreditation end in these records: November 14, 2029
Mashudu Tinyiko Consulting (Pty) Ltd
Latest accreditation end in these records: January 5, 2031
Mass Computer Training and Printers (Pty) Ltd
Latest accreditation end in these records: April 16, 2029
Matlala College
Latest accreditation end in these records: September 19, 2030
Maxelo Business Solutions
Latest accreditation end in these records: September 12, 2030
Mazars Institute of Development Western Cape
Latest accreditation end in these records: September 22, 2029
MCA Technologies
Latest accreditation end in these records: February 28, 2030
MEC Training
Latest accreditation end in these records: November 21, 2030
Mecer Inter-Ed
Latest accreditation end in these records: August 6, 2029
Meyiswa Training Academy
Latest accreditation end in these records: January 5, 2031
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Occupational Certificate: Cybersecurity Analyst
- SAQA ID
- 118986
- NQF sub-framework
- OQSF
- NQF level
- 5
- Minimum credits
- 173
- Field
- 10
- Subfield
- Information Technology and Computer Sciences
- Originator
- DQP MICTS
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2027-04-21
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status, as the supplied record requires verification.
- Check that the provider is authorised or accredited to offer the qualification.
- Confirm the provider’s admission requirements before applying.
- Ask the provider about the assessment arrangements and any workplace-based or practical requirements that apply.
- Confirm the qualification details, including the NQF level, credit value and registration information, directly with the provider and SAQA where appropriate.