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Monitor and administer security of an ICT system

Monitor and administer security of an ICT system

Unit of competency
National Code
ICTSAS418
State Code
AUW40
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Transition (Replaced)
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
25/03/2015
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
16/09/2015
Field of Education
029901 - Security Science
Original Release Date
16/09/2015
Nominal Hours
20
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to monitor and administer security functions of an information and communications technology (ICT) system.It applies to experienced individuals who, while working under a level of supervision, have responsibility in a frontline technical support capacity to ensure organisational standards are met, and apply technical and specialised knowledge to maintain the security of a system.No licensing, legislative, or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Ensure user accounts are controlled
  • 1.1 Modify default user settings to ensure they conform to security policy
  • 1.2 Modify previously created user settings to ensure they conform to updated security policy
  • 1.3 Ensure legal notices displayed at logon are appropriate
  • 1.4 Check strength of passwords using the appropriate utilities and consider tightening rules for password complexity
  • 1.5 Take action to ensure password procedures are reviewed with appropriate other internal departments
  • 1.6 Monitor email to uncover breaches in compliance with legislation
  • 1.7 Access information services to identify security gaps and take appropriate action using hardware and software or patches
2. Secure file and resource access
  • 2.1 Review inbuilt security and access features of the operating system and consider need for further action
  • 2.2 Develop or review the file security categorisation scheme, and develop an understanding of the role of users in setting security
  • 2.3 Monitor and record security threats to the system
  • 2.4 Implement a virus checking process and schedule for the server, computer and other system components
  • 2.5 Investigate and implement inbuilt or additional encryption facilities
3. Monitor threats to the network
  • 3.1 Use third-party software or utilities to evaluate and report on system security
  • 3.2 Review logs and audit reports to identify security threats
  • 3.3 Carry out spot checks and other security strategies to ensure that procedures are being followed
  • 3.4 Prepare and present an audit report and recommendations to appropriate person
  • 3.5 Obtain approval for recommended changes to be made
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D8080 ICASAS418A Monitor and administer security of an IT system Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OBS54 ICTSAS440 Monitor and administer security of ICT systems Unit of competency