Overview
Cybersecurity is something we read about in the news almost every day as organizations and governments around the world continue to get hacked. There is a huge demand for people trained in cybersecurity to help defend against this growing threat. In fact, it is estimated there are almost 3 million openings globally. Have you considered a career as a cybersecurity professional? It is a fast-paced, highly dynamic field with a huge number of specialties to choose from, including forensics, endpoint security, critical infrastructure, incident response, secure coding, and awareness and training. In addition, a career in cybersecurity allows you to work almost anywhere in the world, with amazing benefits and an opportunity to make a real difference.
But Do I Need a Computer Science Degree?
Absolutely not. Some of the best security professionals have non-technical backgrounds from English, pre-med, or history majors to auto mechanics, artists, and stay-at-home moms. The key is a passion to learn—cybersecurity is all about learning how things work. Once you have an understanding of how technologies work you can then better secure them. What is so exciting about cybersecurity is you can learn how these technologies work at your own pace in the comfort of your own home.
How to Start
Not sure where to start? Start exploring different technologies and see what interests you.
Coding: Learn the basics of programming: a good place to start is Python, HTML, or JavaScript. Not sure where to start learning? Consider an online training site or grab any beginner’s book on programming.
Systems: Learn the basics of administering an operating system, such as Linux or W ..
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