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careers in cyber security - Coggle Diagram
careers in cyber security
Types of Cyber Security Roles
Security Analyst (SOC) (Monitoring networks for real-time cyber attacks)
Incident Responder (The "firefighters" who react when a breach occurs)
Cryptographer (Encrypting data to keep communication private)
Digital Forensics Investigator (Analyzing digital evidence after a crime)
Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) (The executive managing overall security strategy)
Qualifications They Need
Computer Science, Cyber Security, or IT Degrees
Industry Certifications (e.g., CompTIA Security+, CEH (Certified Ethical Hacker), CISSP)
Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills
Knowledge of networking protocols and operating systems (Linux/Windows)
Programming languages (e.g., Python, Bash, or JavaScript)
Personal Authentication
Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA / 2FA SMS codes or authenticator apps)
Biometrics (FaceID, fingerprint scanners on smartphones)
Password Managers (storing complex, unique passwords safely)
Data Privacy & Governance
GDPR and cookie consent pop-ups on websites
Data breaches (How a hack at a company like Ticketmaster or British Airways leaks your personal info)
Automated Device Protection
Automatic software and OS updates (Patching bugs behind the scenes)
Antivirus and firewall alerts blocking downloads automatically