Cyber Security Analyst
If you like protecting networks and data from cyber threats, analyzing security vulnerabilities, and developing security protocols this role is for you.
A Cyber Security Analyst monitors and secures an organization’s IT infrastructure. They analyze threats, identify vulnerabilities, and implement security measures to protect sensitive data from cyber attacks.
Skills you’ll need: Cybersecurity, Information Systems Security, Vulnerability Management, Risk Management, Network Security, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Incident Management, Penetration Testing
Cyber Security Analyst
If you like protecting networks and data from cyber threats, analyzing security vulnerabilities, and developing security protocols this role is for you.
A Cyber Security Analyst monitors and secures an organization’s IT infrastructure. They analyze threats, identify vulnerabilities, and implement security measures to protect sensitive data from cyber attacks.
Skills you’ll need: Cybersecurity, Information Systems Security, Vulnerability Management, Risk Management, Network Security, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Incident Management, Penetration Testing
Recommended credentials
Foundations of Cybersecurity
Course 1 of 9
Play It Safe: Manage Security Risks
Course 2 of 9
Connect and Protect: Networks and Network Security
Course 3 of 9
Tools of the Trade: Linux and SQL
Course 4 of 9
Assets, Threats, and Vulnerabilities
Course 5 of 9
Sound the Alarm: Detection and Response
Course 6 of 9
Automate Cybersecurity Tasks with Python
Course 7 of 9
Put It to Work: Prepare for Cybersecurity Jobs
Course 8 of 9
Accelerate Your Job Search with AI
Course 9 of 9
Introduction to Computers and Operating Systems and Security
Course 1 of 9
Introduction to Networking and Cloud Computing
Course 2 of 9
Cybersecurity Threat Vectors and Mitigation
Course 3 of 9
Cybersecurity Identity and Access Solutions using Azure AD
Course 4 of 9
Cybersecurity Solutions and Microsoft Defender
Course 5 of 9
Cybersecurity Tools and Technologies
Course 6 of 9
Cybersecurity Management and Compliance
Course 7 of 9
Advanced Cybersecurity Concepts and Capstone Project
Course 8 of 9
Microsoft SC-900 Exam Preparation and Practice
Course 9 of 9
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Cybersecurity is the branch of technology that aims to protect computers, mobile devices, and information from malicious actors who want to gain unauthorized access to them or cause harm.
Cybersecurity analysts protect computer networks from cyberattacks and unauthorized access. They do this by trying to anticipate and defend against cyber threats, and responding to security breaches when they do happen.
Penetration testers, or pen testers for short, perform simulated cyberattacks on a company’s computer systems and networks.
Cybersecurity professionals have become critical to modern business operations as organizations and companies around the world work to protect themselves from cyberattacks.
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description:An IT Project Manager plans and delivers IT projects on time and within budget, coordinating teams and managing risks to align with business goals.
If you like: leading technology projects, managing budgets and timelines, coordinating teams.
This role has a $151,424 median salary ¹.
This role has approximately 89,128 jobs available ¹.
A Cyber Security Specialist monitors systems, responds to incidents, enforces policies, and protects data from unauthorized access and cyber threats.
description:A Cyber Security Specialist monitors systems, responds to incidents, enforces policies, and protects data from unauthorized access and cyber threats.
If you like: monitoring computer systems for security issues, responding to cyber incidents, protecting sensitive data.
This role has a $119,168 median salary ¹.
This role has approximately 6,435 jobs available ¹.
Credentials
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If you like: designing scalable cloud solutions, working with aws/azure/google cloud, ensuring data security.
This role has a $155,392 median salary ¹.
This role has approximately 40,566 jobs available ¹.
¹ Median salary, job opening, and degree data are sourced from Lightcast™ Job Postings Report. Content Creator, Machine Learning Engineer and Salesforce Development Representative (1/1/2024 - 12/31/2024) All other job roles (3/1/2025 - 3/1/2026)