***PROTOTYPE UNIT*** Unit 06. Cybersecurity – I’m a cyber security consultant

IMPORTANT: This is an early release prototype unit. It is not yet avilalable for purchase. You may only redeem this unit if you received an early access code from the Craig’n’Dave UK Festival of Computing 2026.

Prototype units will be replaced with real units ready to purchase in August 2026 ready for the Autumn term.

Unit description

Recognising common online threats to data and knowing how to protect personal information.

Unit career

I’m a cyber security consultant.

“As a cybersecurity consultant, I protect organisations from digital threats. This involves assessing security measures, identifying vulnerabilities, and implementing strategies to safeguard sensitive information. My goal is to ensure robust defences against cyberattacks, keeping data secure and businesses running smoothly.”

Key Question

All the activities in this unit enable students to answer the key question:

How can we protect ourselves and others from online threats?

Knowledge statements

This is achieved by students studying 4 “Learn-it” lessons, each of which focus on one knowledge statement:

1. Know how to recognise common online threats.
   E.g. phishing scams, malware, and other cyberattacks.
2. Know the importance of protecting personal information using human strategies.
   E.g. strong passwords, privacy settings and trust.
3. Know the importance of protecting data using security software.
   E.g. Windows defender, Norton, McAfee etc.
   E.g. virus scanning, suspicious websites/downloads, firewall & VPN.
4. Know basic hacking techniques that are used.

What is included in this unit?

• Teacher guide providing a detailed overview of the unit.
• 6 Lesson folders:
  • 4 “Learn-it” lessons with a teacher PowerPoint and student workbook.
  • 1 “Make-it” lesson with assessment materials for teachers and students.
  • 1 “Review-it” lesson with an end of topic MCQ test, assessment grid, peer assessment and self-reflection.
• Any additional resources and materials needed for the activities are provided in the lesson folders.
• 6 detailed lesson plans explaining how to teach the 3 lesson phases.
• Extension activities with model answers.
• 3 independent homework question sheets supported by 3 online videos hosted on Tella.