Bachelor Cybersecurity - 1ère formation cyberdéfense bac+3
TP - Secure Infrastructure Administrator
Quality and recognition Bachelor cyberdefense
This cyberdefense Bachelor’s degree is developed in partnership with professionals, including Sébastien Jardin, cybersecurity specialist at IBM. Our training courses are accredited by the French government and listed in the Répertoire national des certifications professionnelles, which attests to their quality. The Bachelor’s degree in cybersecurity is awarded by the French Ministry ofEducation. The Hecten school is also Qualiopi-certified, ensuring a high standard of teaching. Our trainers are state-certified or come from the professional world with extensive experience in cybersecurity and cyberdefense, guaranteeing a comprehensive learning experience combining theory and practice. By choosing our programs, learners benefit from recognized bac+3 cybersecurity training supervised by qualified IT security experts.
Bachelor cybersecurity training: Secure infrastructure administrator
The work-study Bachelor’s degree in cybersecurity trains secure infrastructure administrators who are experts in operational cyberdefense. This bac+3 work-study cybersecurity course aims to equip students with the essential skills to design, administer and secure critical infrastructures in the face of modern cyber threats.
Skills acquired in the Cyber Defence Bachelor's programme
Our work-study Bachelor’s degree in cybersecurity prepares you to become a secure infrastructure administrator with expertise in cybersecurity and cyberdefense in critical infrastructure management.
Areas of expertise Bachelor cybersecurity
Skills acquired include: secure infrastructure administration, advanced operational cybersecurity, professional cyberdefense techniques, infrastructure security audits, deployment of protected architectures and security incident response.
Bachelor cyberdefense curriculum
Our Bachelor cybersecurity work-study program is structured around key modules covering all aspects of secure infrastructure administration and cyber defense, to train secure infrastructure administrators. The bac+3 cybersecurity course is dedicated to the acquisition of fundamental cybersecurity fundamentals, followed by in-depth specialization in operational cyberdefense and advanced pentesting techniques. You’ll also have the opportunity to put your knowledge into practice through hands-on projects on professional platforms (infrastructure audits, cyber defense of critical systems).
Bachelor cybersecurity learning method
Our teaching approach for bac+3 cybersecurity training combines theoretical courses, advanced cybersecurity laboratories, group projects on secure infrastructure environments and in-company internships specialized in security administration.
Bachelor cyberdefense professional tools
We firmly believe in learning by doing with professional cybersecurity tools (advanced SIEM, cyberdefense solutions, infrastructure auditing), a key element in understanding and mastering the concepts of modern secure infrastructure administration.
Unique specialization Bachelor cybersecurity
The cybersecurity Bachelor’s program offers intensive training in secure infrastructure administrator techniques, including cyberdefense of critical infrastructures, response to advanced security incidents, and auditing of secure architectures to reinforce organizations’ security posture.
The bac+3 cybersecurity course lasts three years, with a cross-disciplinary approach to cybersecurity.
Registration Bachelor cyberdefense
Registration for the next session, which starts in September, is now open. To register, please fill in the registration form available on our website. If you need assistance or have any questions about the registration process, please do not hesitate to contact us.
Join our Cybersecurity & Cyberdefense Bachelor’s degree program today. This bac+3 cybersecurity course prepares you for the job ofsecure infrastructure administrator in a high-demand, constantly evolving sector.
Modules
- 1. Managing and securing infrastructures (112h)
- Apply best practices in infrastructure administration
- Manage and secure network infrastructures
- Manage and secure systems infrastructures
- Manage and secure virtualized infrastructures
- 2. Design and implement a solution in response to an evolutionary need (112h)
- Design a technical solution to meet infrastructure upgrade requirements
- Put infrastructure upgrades into production
- Implement and optimize infrastructure supervision
- 3.participate in cybersecurity management (112h)
- Participate in measuring and analyzing infrastructure security levels
- Participate in the development and implementation of safety policy
- Participate in the detection and handling of security incidents
- 4. Expression and communication in English (74h)
- Understanding written documents
- Produce and interact in writing
- Understand oral productions or recorded documents
- Express themselves orally continuously and in interaction
- Monitor the English-language press and specialized documentation
- 5. - Cyberdefense & Pentesting (70h)
- Master infrastructure recognition and enumeration techniques
- Identify and exploit system and network vulnerabilities (OWASP, NIST)
- Auditing infrastructure safety in controlled environments
- Apply penetration testing methodologies for secure infrastructure administrators
- Use professional cyber-defense tools (SIEM, IDS/IPS)
- Deploying operational cyber defense solutions
- Analyze and respond to security incidents on critical infrastructures
- 6. - Socio-professional support (16h)
- Career development support
- Rights and duties of the apprentice and the employee
- Mock exams (32h)
- Exam preparation and sitting
Further studies
- Master in Cybersecurity
- Master in Information Security Management
- Master in Artificial Intelligence and Cybersecurity
Towards which professions
- Cybersecurity Analyst
- Systems Security Engineer
- IT Security Consultant
Careers and salaries Bachelor's degree in cyber defence
The income of a Bachelor cyberdefense graduate depends on experience and specialization. A recent cybersecurity training graduate with a bac+3 can expect an initial salary of between €30,000 and €35,000 gross per year.
With Bachelor cyberdefense experience, possible evolution to :
– Secure infrastructure administrator: up to €40,000 gross per year – Cybersecurity analyst: up to €45,000 gross per year
– IT security consultant: up to €55,000 gross per year
The cybersecurity bachelor’s degree on a sandwich course facilitates immediate professional integration. Our bac+3 cybersecurity training opens up a wide range of prospects in protecting systems against cyberthreats.
By choosing our cyberdefense bachelor’s degree in cybersecurity, you’re opting for a promising career in a fast-growing strategic sector.
Our work-study students work at
– Marine Nationale (defense cybersecurity)
– VINCI Construction (IT infrastructure)
– LVMH (business applications development)
– Securitas (security solutions)
Terms and conditions
- Updated 10/07/25
Frequently asked questions
What is the AIS Cybersecurity Bachelor's degree?
Hecten’s Bachelor cyberdefense is a bac+3 cybersecurity course that trains secure infrastructure administrators who are experts in cyberdefense and security auditing. Our Bachelor cybersecurity alternance combines secure administration and operational cyberdefense.
Is the Cybersecurity Bachelor's degree difficult?
The Cyber Defense Bachelor’s degree requires logic and rigor, but remains accessible. Our progressive teaching approach makes it easy to learn how to administer secure infrastructures. Students on the bac+3 cybersecurity course benefit from personalized support.
Difference between Bachelor Cybersecurity and BTS SIO?
The Bachelor cyberdefense (Bac+3) specializes in secure infrastructure administration with advanced cyberdefense expertise, while the BTS SIO (Bac+2) provides basic IT training. Our Bac+3 cybersecurity course offers a higher level of expertise.
Is the Bachelor's degree recognized by the State?
Yes, our bac+3 cybersecurity course is accredited by the French government and registered with the RNCP. HECTEN is a Qualiopi-certified school, guaranteeing the quality of our cyber-defense Bachelor’s degree.
How much do you earn after a Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity?
A secure infrastructure administrator with a Bachelor’s degree in cyber defense earns between €30,000 and €35,000 gross per year. With experience: up to €55,000 as a cybersecurity consultant. The Bachelor cybersecurity work-study program facilitates salary advancement.
Is the Cybersecurity Bachelor's degree available as a sandwich course?
Yes, our cybersecurity Bachelor’s degree is available as an apprenticeship or professionalization contract. The bac+3 cybersecurity course is also available as an initial classroom course in Paris.
What are the career options after a Bachelor's degree in Cyber defence?
Our bac+3 cybersecurity training prepares you for the following professions: secure infrastructure administrator, cybersecurity analyst, IT security consultant, cyberdefense expert, IS security manager. The Cyberdefense Bachelor’s degree opens up a wide range of prospects.
What does AIS mean in Bachelor AIS?
AIS stands for Administrateur d’Infrastructures Sécurisées (Secure Infrastructure Administrator). Our Cyberdefense Bachelor’s degree provides specific training in the administration and security of critical IT infrastructures. This Bachelor cybersecurity specialization is unique in France.
When can I sign up?
Registration now open for our cybersecurity Bachelor’s degree program! Places are limited for this unique bac+3 cybersecurity course. We start accepting applications in December.
What are the advantages of training at a private school without a contract?
Opting for a BTS, Bachelor’s or M2 course at a Qualiopi-certified private school has many advantages, including :
- Excellent teaching by seasoned trainers, all certified or professional, with many years’ experience in their respective fields.
- Individualized support for students, helping them to progress and succeed through personalized follow-up throughout their career.
- Our extensive network of corporate partners offers students concrete opportunities for internships, apprenticeships and professional networking.
- Optimal career prospects at the end of the course, thanks to a practical, hands-on approach that prepares students for the demands of the job market.
- Pedagogical freedom to adapt course timetables and set up stimulating initiatives such as meetups and conferences led by renowned experts.
In a Qualiopi-certified educational environment, you’ll benefit from training that combines pedagogical expertise, the professional experience of our trainers and flexibility in course organization. This unique combination guarantees solid, versatile preparation for success in today’s dynamic and competitive professional world.
What are the prerequisites for registration?
Baccalaureate in all subjects to enter our cybersecurity Bachelor’s degree program. Motivation for cybersecurity and administration of secure infrastructures recommended. Our bac+3 cybersecurity course is open to all motivated profiles.
What is the pace of training?
- Days from 7 to 9 a.m., two days a week and 3 days on the job. From 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
How much does training cost?
The cost of training varies according to the pace of the course.
- For continuing education and initial training, please refer to your course description.
- Under the work-study program, tuition fees are paid by the host company.
Workforce
Groups of 6 to 32 students
Equivalence
Equivalence in certain subjects is possible if you have already obtained a Bachelor’s degree.
Gateway
No
Validation by block
Yes. According to RNCP
Access arrangements for special situations and disabilities
For the HECTEN curriculum, we are committed to ensuring accessibility and inclusion for all our students, including those with disabilities. Access arrangements for special situations and people with disabilities are designed to ensure a complete and equitable educational experience. Our training facility, located on the first floor, is fully accessible to people with reduced mobility, including the provision of toilets adapted for PRM. We encourage interested candidates to contact us in advance of their application to discuss their specific needs. In this way, we can work together to adapt our resources and teaching materials to facilitate their academic career at our school. At HECTEN, we firmly believe in equal opportunities and strive to create an inclusive and welcoming learning environment for all.
Pedagogical objectives
The main objectives of the program are to train senior technicians capable of managing and securing network infrastructures, developing and maintaining business applications, and meeting the IT needs of companies. The program offers in-depth technical skills in applied computing, while raising students’ awareness of the challenges of cybersecurity and data protection in an evolving digital world.
Teaching methods
Indoor courses dedicated to advanced computing
Practical work
On-the-job training periods
Teaching methods adapted to disabilities :
- Contact with the school’s disability advisor at the learner’s request, in advance,
at the start of training or during training ;
- Needs analysis to study the feasibility of offsets and possible developments;
- Writing of a summary document and an individual follow-up protocol communicated to the learner and to stakeholders such as the company and the internship tutor in the case of work-study training;
- All elements relating to your individual situation will be kept confidential by the referent An initial interview will enable us to define the educational and non-educational arrangements to be put in place so that you can experience your course at HECTEN under optimum conditions;
- New meetings may be organized throughout the year at your request or on request.
that of the disability referent ;
- All HECTEN school staff are fully aware of this, and compensation can be offered in various forms adapted to your needs, such as :
- Teaching aids and technical aids ;
- Adaptation of course and exam materials ;
- Prior distribution of media ;
- Extra time for examinations and continuous assessment ;
- Support from Agefiph to study the reasonable adaptations required for the
disability compensation ;
- Support from Agefiph to meet the financing needs of initiatives to promote the integration, retention and training of people with disabilities;
- Support from Agefiph to make it easier for a learner to follow a training course, from professionalizing the players involved to welcoming people with disabilities.
Depending on compensatory needs, a personalized, made-to-measure itinerary is possible.
Technical equipment
- Room equipped with wifi ;
- Broadcast screen for video projection of media or animation ;
- Digital methodological aids ;
- Teaching aids are provided to learners via a dedicated area. Supports can be adapted to meet the needs of disabled people;
- Google Workspace Education learner management platform providing a
cloud-based document sharing space for learners, companies and trainers.
Assessment procedures
System for monitoring training completion :
- Google Education Platform
- Attendance certificates issued to participants at the end of the course
Results evaluation system :
- Evaluation through tests or simulations (projects, written and oral mock exams);
- Skills booklet ;
- Certificate of achievement and attainment of objectives ;
- Passing the tests to obtain the state-issued diploma.
Data collection and calculation methods
- Formative and summative assessments throughout the course Group projects and internships or alternating work placements
- Skill enhancement is assessed by comparing the results of the questionnaire with those of the survey.
pre- and post-training self-assessment,
- Intermediate knowledge tests and case studies are used to assess the learner’s comprehension and measure his or her knowledge,
- Each learner’s work is used as the basis for a continuous assessment per module,
- A certificate of completion of the training and achievement of objectives is issued after analysis of the results of the intermediate assessments, the review of the documents produced by the learner and the post-training self-assessment.
Satisfaction evaluation system :
- Satisfaction questionnaire, to be completed by the learner ;
- Host company satisfaction questionnaire ;
- Evaluation of the individual follow-up protocol set up for disabled learners
- Report from
Implementation evaluation system :
1 month after training, to be completed by the learner :
After training, on D+1 month, the learner is asked to complete an evaluation grid, giving his or her overall assessment of the training content and its application in the company.. A self-assessment of the participant’s areas for improvement in relation to the action plan can be carried out on this occasion.
- Questionnaire for satisfaction and evaluation of the application of the content of the
training :
- Overall assessment of training (grade and comments)
- Self-assessment of knowledge acquisition
- Areas for improvement in relation to the action plan
1 month after training, to be completed by the host company :
After the training course, on D+1 month, the company tutor is asked to complete an evaluation grid giving his or her general assessment of how well the trainees have acquired the training content and put it into practice, in particular during a visit to the company.
- Questionnaire to assess knowledge acquisition and application of training content within the company
HECTEN is committed to regular monitoring of each student’s academic performance. In the event of results indicating a risk of failure at the final exam, these cases will receive extra attention. A meeting with a supervisor will be organized to discuss the problems encountered and explore possible solutions. If, despite these efforts, performance does not improve, the school reserves the right not to register the student for the exams, leaving him/her free to take them as an independent candidate.
Rates
Learner integration rate: new training action no indicator to date in 2025
Learner success rate: new training action no indicator to date in 2025
Number of learners having completed training (per year): no indicator to date in 2025Learner satisfaction rate: no indicator to date in 2025
On number of learners evaluated: no indicator to date in 2025
Dropout/interruption rate: no indicator to date in 2025
Cause of dropout: no indicator to date in 2025
Training at a glance
- Duration: 370 hours in 3rd year
- See the Bachelor program
- Frequency: 1 week per month
- Prerequisites: Bac+2 or equivalent
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Teaching methods:
lectures - projects - Price: FREE for the apprentice + remuneration
- Financing: Contrat d'Apprentissage & de Professionnalisation, Self-financing
- Paris 5th arrondissement

Omar Ben Abderahmen
Head of Partnerships and Corporate Relations
Make an appointment with Omar, head of corporate partnerships. His team will contact you.
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