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Cybersecurity Analyst

Security analysts protect networks and data from attack. It is one of the fastest-growing occupations tracked by the Bureau of Labor Statistics.

Technology

What you'll do

  • Monitor networks for security incidents
  • Run vulnerability testing and risk analysis
  • Build incident-response playbooks
  • Train staff on security practices

Education pathway

  1. 1.Complete an IT or cybersecurity degree
  2. 2.Earn Security+ or equivalent certification
  3. 3.Work a help desk or SOC analyst role
  4. 4.Advance to security engineer or CISO track

Education required: Bachelor's in Cybersecurity or IT + certifications

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