Cyber Security Specialist / Technician
If you like monitoring computer systems for security issues, responding to cyber incidents, and protecting sensitive data this role is for you.
A Cyber Security Specialist monitors and maintains security systems, responding to incidents and protecting data. They enforce security policies and safeguard against unauthorized access and cyber threats.
Skills you’ll need: Cybersecurity, Risk Management, Vulnerability Management, Network Security, Information Assurance, Incident Management, Penetration Testing, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM)
Recommended credentials
Introduction to Cybersecurity Careers
Course 1 of 12
Introduction to Hardware and Operating Systems
Course 2 of 12
Introduction to Software, Programming, and Databases
Course 3 of 12
Introduction to Networking and Storage
Course 4 of 12
Introduction to Cloud Computing
Course 5 of 12
Introduction to Cybersecurity Essentials
Course 6 of 12
Security Principles
Course 7 of 12
Incident Response, BC, and DR Concepts
Course 8 of 12
Access Control Concepts
Course 9 of 12
Network Security
Course 10 of 12
Security Operations
Course 11 of 12
Cybersecurity Case Studies and Capstone Project
Course 12 of 12
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