Cybersecurity Analyst

Overview

Plan, implement, upgrade, or monitor security measures for the protection of computer networks and information. Assess system vulnerabilities for security risks and propose and implement risk mitigation strategies. May ensure appropriate security controls are in place that will safeguard digital files and vital electronic infrastructure. May respond to computer security breaches and viruses.

Required Education

• Bachelor's degree

Key Skills

• ● Network Security
• ● Security Tools & Software
• ● Incident Response
• ● Threat Analysis
• ● Security Policies
• ● Risk Assessment
• ● SIEM Tools
• ● Security Certifications

Training Programs

• Computer Science
• Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications
• Computer and Information Systems Security/Auditing/Information Assurance
• Cyber/Computer Forensics and Counterterrorism
• Healthcare Information Privacy Assurance and Security
• Information Technology
• Information Technology Project Management
• Network and System Administration/Administrator
• System, Networking, and LAN/WAN Management/Manager

Next Steps

• ✓ Take a cybersecurity basics course (e.g., Cybrary, TryHackMe)
• ✓ Participate in a Capture the Flag (CTF) event
• ✓ Follow security news and blogs

Salary Range

Annual: $67.63, Hourly: $140660

Job Outlook

We predict the employment for this job to increase by 31% in California. We predict the employment for this job to increase by 29% in United States.

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