Learn about the increase in demand for cybersecurity professionals by reading the article below.
Wanted: Millions of Cybersecurity pros. Salary: Whatever You Want
By Clare Duffy
May 28, 2021
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Cybersecurity: the Beginner's Guide by
Cyber Security Careers of the Future
U.S. Department of Homeland Security: Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA)
"Provides a list of key cybersecurity skills needed to close the workforce gap, based off workforce survey analysis, threat reports, service offerings, open job postings, applicable regulations, and emerging technologies to identify the required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs) and Work Roles."
Cyber Security Career Paths and Progression
U.S. Department of Homeland Security: Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA)
"Explores the current state of cybersecurity careers from the importance of early exposure, to methods of entry into the field, to career progression."
Cyber Careers Pathway Tool
"This tool presents a new and interactive way to explore work roles within the Workforce Framework for Cybersecurity (NICE Framework). It depicts the Cyber Workforce according to five distinct, yet complementary, skill communities. It also highlights core attributes among each of the 52 work roles and offers actionable insights for employers, professionals, and those considering a career in Cyber." - Cyber Career Pathways Tool
What is Cybersecurity?
According to the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency of the US Government, cybersecurity is "the art of protecting networks, devices, and data from unauthorized access or criminal use and the practice of ensuring confidentiality, integrity, and availability of information".
When studying cybersecurity, you will learn to "assess the security needs of computer and network systems, recommend safeguard solutions, and manage the implementation and maintenance of security devices, systems, and procedures". - Wiregrass Cybersecurity Program Description
Once you earn a degree, diploma, or certification in Cybersecurity, you can go on to earn a bachelor's degree and become a certified Information Security Analyst, Security System Administrator, Cyber Data Analyst, or a Penetration Tester. Explore what is right for you and find out more about cybersecurity with the resources in this LibGuide.
Information Security Analysts Duties
Monitor their organization’s networks for security breaches and investigate a violation when one occurs
Install and use software, such as firewalls and data encryption programs, to protect sensitive information
Prepare reports that document security breaches and the extent of the damage caused by the breaches
Conduct penetration testing, which is when analysts simulate attacks to look for vulnerabilities in their systems before they can be exploited
Research the latest information technology (IT) security trends
Develop security standards and best practices for their organization
Recommend security enhancements to management or senior IT staff
Help computer users when they need to install or learn about new security products and procedures
IT security analysts are heavily involved with creating their organization’s disaster recovery plan, a procedure that IT employees follow in case of emergency. These plans allow for the continued operation of an organization’s IT department. The recovery plan includes preventive measures such as regularly copying and transferring data to an offsite location. It also involves plans to restore proper IT functioning after a disaster. Analysts continually test the steps in their recovery plans.
Information security analysts must stay up to date on IT security and on the latest methods attackers are using to infiltrate computer systems. Analysts need to research new security technology to decide what will most effectively protect their organization.
Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, Information Security Analysts,
at https://www.bls.gov/ooh/computer-and-information-technology/information-security-analysts.htm#tab-2 (visited September 08, 2021).
Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, Information Security Analysts,
at https://www.bls.gov/ooh/computer-and-information-technology/information-security-analysts.htm (visited September 08, 2021).
Cyber Seek Interactive Heat Map
"Cybersecurity talent gaps exist across the country. Closing these gaps requires detailed knowledge of the cybersecurity workforce in your region. This interactive heat map provides a granular snapshot of demand and supply data for cybersecurity jobs at the state and metro area levels, and can be used to grasp the challenges and opportunities facing your local cybersecurity workforce." -Cyberseek Interactive Map
Cyber Seek Cybersecurity Career Pathway
"There are many opportunities for workers to start and advance their careers within cybersecurity. This interactive career pathway shows key jobs within cybersecurity, common transition opportunities between them, and detailed information about the salaries, credentials, and skillsets associated with each role." - Cyberseek Career Pathway