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careers in cyber security. - Coggle Diagram
careers in cyber security.
ethical hacker.
Nmap.
Splunk.
security analyst.
wire shark.
Kali Linux.
Antivirus and firewall alerts blocking downloads automatically
incident responder.
cryptographer.
Digital Forensics Investigator.
Metasploit.
Chief Information Security Officer.
Password Crackers.
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)
Typical Salary.
Entry-level: £25,000–£35,000 per year.
Experienced / Specialist: £55,000–£90,000+ per year.
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).
Common Everyday Threats:
Phishing scams (Fake emails from banks, delivery companies, or streaming services)
Smishing (Fake text messages with malicious links)
Public Wi-Fi dangers (The risks of logging into unencrypted airport or cafe networks)
Smart Home & IoT (Internet of Things) Security.
Securing home Wi-Fi routers with strong default passwords
Smart devices (Hackable baby monitors, smart doorbells, and smart speakers)
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.