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title Why should we choose career in Cyber Security ?
datePublished Fri Jun 16 2023 08:40:39 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)
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As various technology is coming up, there is a huge need for Cyber Security to prevent different attacks. Whenever we developed some technology, there is a maximum possibility of getting attacks on it. Cybersecurity has become a critical issue for businesses and individuals alike, as the threat of cyber-attacks continues to grow. The increasing amount of sensitive information being stored and transmitted online has made it more important than ever to protect against cybercrime. Even though cybersecurity measures have improved significantly in recent years, so too have the techniques of cyber criminals. As a result, the future of cybersecurity looks set to be a constant battle between those who would protect information and those who would steal it.

Core Attributes and Skills:-

The short supply of qualified cybersecurity professionals has led to unfilled positions and a widening work skill gap. You might be wondering what skills you need to face security threats. If you like a challenge and solving hard problems, then this should be a great area of work for you!

What skills should new cybersecurity professionals focus on? No matter the educational background of the professional, there are some essential elements. These elements can be classified into two groups: core attributes and skills.

Core attributes can be considered a general disposition beneficial to security professionals - a set of common personality traits and learned behaviors.

Skills include both technical and workplace-related abilities.

New security professionals may not have all these skills at first, but focusing on them over time will provide greater career path flexibility and the foundation for technical or business-focused leadership positions.

Look at the table which shows the attributes and skills cybersecurity professionals should have.

![](https://cdn.hashnode.com/res/hashnode/image/upload/v1686903447549/ae5c4b24-790b-4222-a538-ac68ae067f1a.png align="center")

Why we should work in Cyber Security :-

High demand and good pay - The demand for cybersecurity professionals is very high, and the salaries are competitive. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the median annual salary for cybersecurity professionals was $98,350 in 2021.

Challenging and rewarding work. - Cybersecurity is a challenging field, but it can also be very rewarding. You will have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge technologies and make a real difference in protecting people and businesses from cyber threats.

Opportunities for growth and advancement - The cybersecurity field is constantly evolving, so there are many opportunities for growth and advancement. You can specialize in a particular area of cybersecurity, such as network security, application security, or data security. You can also move into management or consulting roles.

Flexible work options- Many cybersecurity jobs offer flexible work options, such as telecommuting or working from home. This can be a great perk if you want to have a more balanced work-life relationship.

To work in cyber security, we need to develop skills like ethical hacking, incident respond,threat hunting, etc.

Cyber Security has a lot of jobs in upcoming years , it is great domain to work in tech field and has a lot of opportunities for growth

Getting started in the industry 

What's next? What can you do to perhaps get started in the cybersecurity industry? Depending on your interest and experience, if you are considering a career in cybersecurity, then you could explore these different options.

  • Expand your knowledge! The more you become familiar with cybersecurity, the more avenues will open up for you to explore. Try following up your interests and discover new roles and industries that you may not have considered before.

  • Continue learning! This is the beginning of your learning experience. You can continue learning by searching online for additional cybersecurity topics and consider some of these educational resources. 

    • The Cyber Security Body Of Knowledge (Cybok) aims to be a comprehensive body of knowledge to inform and underpin education and professional training for the cyber security sector. It acts as an excellent reference guide for security topics

    • The SANS Institute is a cooperative research and education institution. At the heart of SANS are the many security practitioners in varied global organizations from corporations to universities working together to help the entire information security community. SANS is a trusted and large source for information security training and security certification. 

    • The IBM Security Learning Academy provides free technical training on IBM Security products. You can explore the course catalog and build your own curriculum by enrolling in courses.

      • Please note that you would need to create an IBM ID account.

    • The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) offers free and low cost online cybersecurity learning content for career and professional development.

    • And, stay tuned for more education offerings in this program!

  • Explore opportunities! If you are seeking employment, you can start exploring the job marketplace. Check out job postings to identify common requests and qualifications. Get a sense for which jobs might appeal to you in the future, and work to meet the qualifications.

Thank you for reading the blog! See you soon!