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Senior Cybersecurity Specialist Technician 2022-2024

What is Cybersecurity?

Cybersecurity is the practice of protecting systems, networks and programmes from digital attacks. These are usually aimed at accessing, processing or destroying sensitive information, as well as extorting money from users or disrupting normal business processes. However, these are not the only sources of threats to information systems: failures, accidental events and irresponsible or improper use of resources and tools can compromise or destroy information managed by ICT systems.

Cybersecurity applies to various contexts, from business to mobile computing, and can be divided into several categories, including network, application and information security, operational security, disaster recovery and business continuity, as well as training and end-user awareness.

Why is it essential?

Globally, cyber threats continue to evolve rapidly and the number of data breaches increases every year. A report by Risk Based Security shows that, in 2019 alone, as many as 7.9 billion records were exposed to data breaches, more than double (112%) the number of records exposed in the same period in 2018.

As the scale of cyber threats continues to increase, International Data Corporation predicts that by 2022, worldwide spending on cybersecurity solutions will reach as much as USD 133.7 billion. Governments around the world have responded to this increase in cyber threats by publishing guidance to help companies implement effective cybersecurity procedures.

The profile: in brief

By configuring, testing and disseminating a culture of awareness, it ensures the security of an organisation’s ICT infrastructure, services and data.

Purpose

Implements and ensures the security of an organisation’s infrastructure, ICT services and data. Through planning, configuration and testing activities, it constantly monitors and measures the security levels of all IT resources (hardware, software and human resources), anticipates and manages vulnerability and risk situations. Contributes to the dissemination of a culture of awareness and safety by systematically providing information and training to users.

National reference figure (Art.2 and Annex G DM MIUR 03/08/11)

Senior Architectural and Infrastructure Technician for Communication Systems – TS CYBERSECURITY SPECIALIST

 

Approved operations by Decree no. 13135GRFVG dd.19.09.2022

Senior Technician 4.0 2022-2024

What is Digital Transformation and 4.0?

The technologies of the fourth industrial revolution, which can be summarised in the concept of 4.0, clearly have a direct impact on production, on the way machines and plants are operated. The availability of a large amount of data in digital format and the evolution and wide diffusion of web and cloud technologies, have in parallel made it possible to extend, or rather expand the digital logic to all sectors and processes of companies, first and foremost industrial ones, and more generally of organisations of all kinds, modifying not only working tools, but the organisational and business models themselves.

The change starts in any case in the factory, in production, with the introduction of 4.0 machines. But the data collected in the production departments can and must be transferred along what is known as the ‘automation pyramid’ and correlated with production planning systems (the MES), with management systems (the ERP) and, more generally, with all the other systems and processes that characterise industrial production: from procurement to distribution, from customer service to strategic company management, based on Business Intelligence.

Why is this necessary?

The installation of a 4.0 machine is necessary, but not sufficient, to enable the digital transition, i.e. to maintain business competitiveness. Production plants and automation systems must communicate with each other and with the rest of the company, through what are called ‘integration solutions’. These are well established in the context of large companies, which have developed in-house expertise and a network of partnerships capable of planning and implementing them. On the other hand, when 4.0 arrives in a small or medium-sized company, it does not find the terrain and skills to develop, nor does the use of external consultancy completely solve the problem, either because of a cost problem or because of a problem of specificity, standards and functionalities provided in 4.0 machines calibrated to the large manufacturing company.

SMEs thus find themselves in the need to adapt or customise 4.0 technologies and related software systems according to their needs, with potentially even ‘artisanal’ solutions, both at the factory level and in integration with the management tools of the design office, purchasing and sales, and administration. For small and medium-sized companies, it is therefore necessary to have the skills to develop appropriate and commensurate 4.0 solutions in-house, as well as to deal with external consultants and companies providing software solutions in an informed and balanced customer-supplier relationship.

The profile: in brief

It develops software to integrate production 4.0 systems with corporate IT systems: production control, management, procurement and distribution.

Purpose

It contributes to the realisation of digital integration projects between the different sectors and information systems of a company: production plants, production control systems, management, procurement and distribution systems. On the basis of well-established skills in software development technologies, it deals with external suppliers of complex IT solutions and designs and develops simpler ones directly.

National reference figure (Art.2 and Annex G DM MIUR 03/08/11)

SENIOR TECHNICIAN FOR SOFTWARE SYSTEM DEVELOPMENT METHODS AND TECHNOLOGIES – TS 4.0

 

Approved operations by Decree no. 13135GRFVG dd.19.09.2022

Senior IIoT (Industrial Internet of Things) Technician 2022-2024

What is the Industrial Internet of Things?

Technologies 4.0, the fourth industrial revolution, have been at the centre of the transformation of production methods in Italy and worldwide for some years now. It is a set of industrial technologies that extend digital logic to objects and physical production, enabling timely and substantially automated control of production processes. IIoT, Industrial Internet of Things, refers in particular to information technologies that enable, through sensors and ‘smart objects’ connected to machines, the collection and management of data and information related to industrial production. PLCs (the PCs that control machine tools), Microcontrollers, System on Chip (such as Arduino), IoT protocols (MQTT the main one), Single-Board computers (such as Raspberry), the OPC UA standard, Edge computing systems, Cloud IoT services, are the technologies that allow machines to be connected, production data to be collected, essential information to be extracted, processed and visually represented, archived and stored for further analysis in relation to data from other business processes.

Why is this useful?

Machinery and 4.0 technologies, thanks also to the contributions and tax benefits made available by the Industry 4.0 plan, are now present in many industrial companies. However, purchasing and installing this type of technology does not immediately equate to using it fully and effectively. In computer systems, hardware is not enough, software is needed to make it work: IIoT applications are the software to manage and use the information produced by machines and as such must be designed and developed by those who have the expertise. It is unthinkable to decommission machines with traditional technologies that continue to do their productive duty: hence the ‘revamping’ projects, which allow traditional machines and plants to be given ‘digital life’ by equipping them with sensors and connecting them to digital production control systems.

Both more structured and smaller companies, the former in-house and the latter through consultancy companies and software houses, increasingly require the input of IIoT solution developers.

The profile: in brief

Developer specialising in applications for controlling industrial production processes and energy systems.

Purpose

Developer specialised in Industry 4.0 applications, aimed at the collection, management and presentation of data collected by machines and industrial plants for the control of production processes. It defines the most appropriate IoT protocols for interconnecting sensors, microcontrollers, PLCs and automation systems, with equipment and software systems for filtering, storing and processing data in the field or with cloud infrastructures. It creates web interfaces for presenting data in the form of panels and dashboards.

National reference figure (Art.2 and Annex G DM MIUR 03/08/11)

SENIOR TECHNICIAN FOR SOFTWARE SYSTEM DEVELOPMENT METHODS AND TECHNOLOGIES – TS IIOT

 

Approved operations by Decree no. 13135GRFVG dd.19.09.2022

Senior Cloud Developer Technician 2022-2024

What is the CLOUD?

Cloud computing is the distribution of computing services, such as servers, computing and storage resources, databases, networking, software, analytics and intelligence, via the Internet (‘the cloud’) to offer rapid innovation, flexible resources and economies of scale, without the need for large investments in servers and IT infrastructure.

Among the most common reasons why organisations use cloud computing services are performance, scalability, reliability and security, and low investment costs. The cloud makes it possible to have all services and resources available for the time and in the quantity needed at the time, virtually without limits other than those of expenditure. With cloud services, one can store data securely, without, for example, having to worry about backup procedures and back-up copies (managed directly by the cloud service provider), stream audio and video, at any time and on any device, and share the necessary information and services to all one’s customers and partners. Applications can be created and tested, enhanced with advanced computing and artificial intelligence capabilities, making them immediately available to customers and employees without having to worry about updates or installations on the devices they are used with.

Why is this useful?

Cloud computing represents a big change from the traditional view of companies regarding IT resources. This new organisational and management model is systematically replacing traditional storage and processing systems physically located in corporate data centres. The first cloud computing services date back just over a decade, but they have quickly established themselves as the standard and reference for the delivery of digital services, irrespective of the nature and type of organisation: from start-ups to multinationals, from public bodies to non-profit organisations, from industrial to service companies. However, the use of technologies and the development of cloud applications require specific skills that are in high demand in the market for ICT professionals.

The profile: in brief

Developer specialising in web-based applications that exploit and optimise cloud and artificial intelligence technologies.

Purpose

It designs and implements the DB and software interfaces (APIs, microservices) to access and manage data and information through virtualised and cloud services and infrastructures. It ensures the realisation and deployment of software solutions from the point of view of functionality, security, reliability and performance. It uses Agile methodologies to manage all phases of the implementation of an ICT solution: analysis and design, infrastructure development and configuration, testing, deployment, quality.

National reference figure (Art.2 and Annex G DM MIUR 03/08/11)

SENIOR TECHNICIAN FOR METHODS AND TECHNOLOGIES FOR SOFTWARE SYSTEMS DEVELOPMENT – TS CLOUD DEVELOPER

 

Approved operations by Decree no. 13135GRFVG dd.19.09.2022

Advanced Cloud Developer Technician 2021-2023

About this course

The Cloud Developer develops the backend of Cloud applications, applying DevOps practices and Agile methods to optimise the development cycle of the solution and ensure compliance with functional and performance requirements.

Learning objectives

You will acquire methods and skills in the use of technologies for the development of software systems and will be able to:

  • create and implement customer-centric business applications and APIs for the cloud, contributing to the detailed planning and design and verification of the intended functionality;
  • implement the most appropriate software and data management architectures in relation to the purposes and levels of reliability, performance and security of the solution;
  • plan, implement and automate deployment processes in the cloud environment by applying DevOps practices.

In each activity in which you will be involved, you will be able to operate, collaborate and contribute to the work of the team according to Agile methods and pursue quality criteria and product standards.

Key activities

You will acquire knowledge and skills to:

  • design, develop and engineer individual components for web applications;
  • design and implement APIs and microservices according to best practice logic;
  • develop enterprise applications in a cloud environment;
  • implement high reliability and high performance software architectures;
  • implement orchestration and deployment automation processes (according to current DevOps logic and tools);
  • manage continuous deployment methodologies and continuous integration tools;
  • work to ensure the quality of the solution in terms of functionality, documentation and project development and maintenance;
  • know and manage security issues by applying security by design criteria;
  • collaborate proactively in the development and evolutionary maintenance teams for software solutions, including through the application of Agile methodologies.

Developer Industry 4.0 2021-2023

About this course

The Industry 4.0 Developer implements Industry 4.0 applications with web and cloud technologies for the integration and control of machines and industrial plants.

Learning objectives

You will acquire knowledge and skills to:

  • develop and manage 4.0 applications on web and cloud platforms for the interconnection, control and integration of sensors, embedded systems, microcontrollers, transducers, automation systems;
  • take care of data acquisition and management in particular, defining the most appropriate local/remote mix for data prefiltering, processing and storage, in relation to the type and frequency of data updates;
  • ensure the security and integrity of data in communication between the devices themselves and the software interfaces.

Key activities

You will acquire a broad spectrum of knowledge and skills to:

  • identify and configure how to connect sensors, intelligent devices, microcontrollers, automation systems and PLCs;
  • design, develop and manage software components for device interfacing, data prefiltering, communication with remote control systems;
  • design, develop and manage web and cloud interfaces for the control of systems and plants and for the management and analysis of collected information;
  • design, develop and engineer individual components for IIoT applications;
  • develop components for the integration of traditional and 4.0 automation systems;
  • collaborate proactively in the development and evolutionary maintenance teams for software solutions, including through the application of Agile methodologies.

Senior Technician for the digitisation of enterprises 2021-2023

About this course

The Senior Technician for the digitisation of enterprises contributes to the design and implementation of digitisation programmes of enterprises, intervening with Industry 4.0 solutions for the integration of production and control processes.

Learning objectives

You will acquire knowledge and skills to:

  • realise and manage Industry 4.0 applications, with web and cloud technologies, for the digital transformation of SMEs in manufacturing sectors, using a Data Driven approach;
  • collaborate in the development of integration and interoperability projects between production plants and control systems, for digitised control of automated plants and digital revamping of traditional plants.
  • liaise with external suppliers of complex IT solutions and design and develop simpler ones yourself.

Key activities

You will acquire a broad spectrum of knowledge and skills to:

  • assisting the production manager in the management and control of plants;
  • identify and configure how to connect sensors, intelligent devices, microcontrollers, automation systems and PLCs;
  • develop components for the integration of traditional and 4.0 automation systems;
  • design, develop and engineer individual components for Industrial Internet of Things (IIOT) applications;
  • design, develop and manage software components for device interfacing, data prefiltering, communication with remote control systems;
  • design, develop and manage interfaces for the control of systems and plants and for the management and analysis of collected information;
  • collaborate proactively in the development and evolutionary maintenance teams for software solutions, including through the application of Agile methodologies.

Senior technician for the digitisation of furniture production processes 2021-2023

About this course

The Senior Technician for the digitisation of furniture production processes designs and collaborates in the implementation of projects for the digitisation of production processes in the furniture industry and semi-finished panels, realising the integration of production and control processes through Industry 4.0 solutions.

Learning objectives

You will acquire knowledge and skills to:

  • apply a Data Driven approach and web and cloud technologies for the implementation and management of Industry 4.0 solutions aimed at digitising production processes in the furniture and semi-finished panel industry;
  • collaborate on the rationalisation and digitisation of business processes in the furniture and semi-finished panels industry, according to Lean Organisation principles;
  • through collaboration with external consultants and experts and in-house development, achieve integration between production systems and management and control systems, developing projects for digital revamping of existing plants and digital control of automation systems.

Key activities

You will acquire a broad spectrum of knowledge and skills to:

  • identify and configure how to connect sensors, intelligent devices, microcontrollers, automation systems and PLCs;
  • design, develop and manage software components for device interfacing, data prefiltering, communication with remote control systems;
  • design, develop and manage web and cloud interfaces for the control of systems and plants and for the management and analysis of collected information;
  • design, develop and engineer individual components for IIoT applications;
  • develop components for the integration of traditional and 4.0 automation systems;
  • collaborate proactively in the development and evolutionary maintenance teams for software solutions, including through the application of Agile methodologies.

Senior Cybersecurity Specialist Technician 2021-2023

About this course

The Cybersecurity Specialist promotes and implements the appropriate and secure use of ICT resources through the implementation of the organisation’s information security policy.

Learning objectives

You will acquire knowledge and skills to:

  • implement information security practices and policies that characterise the Information Security Management System from an infrastructure, service and data management perspective;
  • continuously monitor and measure the security levels of ICT resources, managing any vulnerabilities;
  • contribute to security, awareness and compliance practices by providing support, information and training.

Key activities

  • You will acquire a broad spectrum of knowledge and skills to:
  • assess the risks, threats and consequences for information security and take appropriate action;
  • instruct on good practices and correct working procedures to ensure information security;
  • provide technical validation of security tools;
  • implement, configure and manage security operating tools;
  • contribute to the promotion of standards and the application of information security procedures among users;
  • identify and rectify security vulnerabilities;
  • monitor security developments to ensure the continued efficiency and effectiveness of information security processes and controls;
  • proactively assess new threats and counter potential security incidents;
  • implement security techniques on applications, processes, networks and systems related to their area of responsibility.

Glass and Polymer Process Control Technologist 2021-2023

About this course

The Glass and Polymers Production Process Control Technologist oversees the production process of products made of glass and synthetic materials, intervening in the stages of design, planning, production and quality control.

Learning objectives

You will acquire knowledge and skills to:

  • use design, prototyping and industrialisation techniques (design for manufacturing);
  • choose processing technologies and related machines on the basis of the required technical-economic specifications;
  • programming industrial automation systems;
  • manage production flows in their planning, control and cost-effectiveness;
  • autonomously manage production processes for the part they are responsible for;
  • employ routine and predictive maintenance techniques for production and plant control;
  • analysing, monitoring and controlling, to the extent of their competence, production processes in order to formulate proposals for improving process efficiency;
  • analysing, monitoring and controlling the energy efficiency of the process with a view to environmental sustainability;
  • use technical English to communicate effectively in the contexts in which you operate.

Key activities

You will acquire a broad spectrum of knowledge and skills to:

  • assisting those responsible for the various stages of production, from design to quality control;
  • manage production scheduling and control;
  • manage quality control steps throughout the entire production process through data acquisition and analysis;
  • carry out maintenance work in automation;
  • perform mechanical, electrical and automation installation, testing and assembly work;
  • carry out design and product planning activities;
  • perform mould and tooling design;
  • perform management, organisational, technical and maintenance activities, with roles of responsibility and management of assigned personnel.