There is a great demand for cybersecurity professionals, and this demand is expected to grow significantly in the foreseeable future, making now the perfect time to launch a cybersecurity career.
Introduction to Cybersecurity Careers
Introduction to Cybersecurity Careers
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Instructors: Rav Ahuja
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8 hours to complete
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What you'll learn
Compare the roles and responsibilities of various careers within the cybersecurity field and how to progress from one level to the next level.
Map IT fundamental skills, technical skills, and soft skills to the different job roles at various levels in cybersecurity.
Identify the required certifications, such as Security+, A+, CISSP, and CEH, for different job roles and the contents of each certification.
Discover the right role for you in cybersecurity and learn how to prepare for your chosen career path.
Skills you'll gain
- Network Security
- Information Technology
- Cyber Risk
- Information Assurance
- Technical Consulting
- Security Requirements Analysis
- Cyber Security Strategy
- Technical Support and Services
- Technical Support
- Data Security
- Security Awareness
- Computer Security Awareness Training
- Computer Hardware
- Cybersecurity
- General Networking
- Cyber Security Policies
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Assessments
7 assignments
Taught in English
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There are 4 modules in this course
This module will start with the demand and need for Cybersecurity professionals and how aspirants can enter the field. You will learn the different training options that are available for starting a career in Cybersecurity. The succeeding lessons will cover the different roles and responsibilities of entry-level, mid-level, and advanced-level cybersecurity professionals. In addition, you will learn the range of salaries awarded to the roles at the different levels of Cybersecurity careers.
What's included
11 videos6 readings2 assignments1 discussion prompt5 plugins
The module will start with the importance of IT fundamental technical skills in cybersecurity. It will also describe in detail each IT technical skill that you require as a cybersecurity professional. The next lesson will cover cybersecurity technical skills and some related facts about each skill. You will next learn the importance of soft skills and why each is necessary in cybersecurity. Finally, you will learn the skills mapping to each job role in cybersecurity.
What's included
6 videos4 readings2 assignments3 plugins
The module will start with the benefits of cybersecurity certifications. It will give some cybersecurity certification facts. Then, you will learn about the important certifications for different cybersecurity roles under main heads such as CompTIA, ISC2, and other certifications. You will also discover the factors to consider while preparing for the exam and how to schedule and take the exam.
What's included
8 videos5 readings2 assignments2 plugins
The module will start with the course summary and a cumulative glossary. You will also take a final assessment followed by a course wrap-up. Experts will give you tips for a cybersecurity career.
What's included
3 videos3 readings1 assignment1 app item4 plugins
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AB
5
Reviewed on Feb 16, 2025
This course was really interesting and an eye opener in the Cybersecurity landscape.
SC
4
Reviewed on Jan 14, 2025
This course is very Good but It Does not include much information That's why I give 4 Stars expect 5
NA
5
Reviewed on Oct 24, 2024
Great beginner intro to cybersecurity and the various career path to choose from. Was highly inspired by this course.
