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: Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Operating Systems, Risk Analysis, Cybersecurity, Auditing, Information Systems, Firewall, Computer Science
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: Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Operating Systems, Risk Analysis, Cybersecurity, Auditing, Information Systems, Firewall, Computer Science
Recommended credentials
Foundations of Cybersecurity
Course 1 of 8
Play It Safe: Manage Security Risks
Course 2 of 8
Connect and Protect: Networks and Network Security
Course 3 of 8
Tools of the Trade: Linux and SQL
Course 4 of 8
Assets, Threats, and Vulnerabilities
Course 5 of 8
Sound the Alarm: Detection and Response
Course 6 of 8
Automate Cybersecurity Tasks with Python
Course 7 of 8
Put It to Work: Prepare for Cybersecurity Jobs
Course 8 of 8
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
Career resources
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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