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Top 7 skills you must acquire before applying for your first job in Cyber Security

Pratyusha Tripathy by Pratyusha Tripathy
October 20, 2021
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As the entire globe goes digital and rapidly adopts new technologies, we are more vulnerable to cyber attacks than ever before. The global pandemic has only heightened the danger. To counter the threats, the entire world, including India, is upping its Cyber Security game while increasing the demand for skilled professionals in the field. And to launch a successful career in Cyber Security today, you should have in-depth knowledge regarding the must-have skills in Cyber Security. 

India has risen to the top of a worldwide Cyber Security ranking of countries, thanks to a slew of Cyber Security efforts. India rose from 47th to 10th place in the United Nations’ ITU Global Cyber Security Agenda (GCA).

The demand for qualified professionals has expanded dramatically as a result of the rising demand for Cyber Security. So, if you want to pursue a career in Cyber Security, now is the best time to do so because the possibility of 100% employment makes Cyber Security an ideal career choice for job seekers.

How a career in Cyber Security will transform your future

A career in Cyber Security entails entering a burgeoning field where job openings exceed qualified people. According to the US Bureau of Labor Statistics, the number of Cyber Security employment is predicted to grow by 31% between 2019 and 2029. This demand has only grown as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Cyber Security job roles are found in a wide range of industries and organizations. Job options are available in both technical and non-technical fields. Based on your qualifications and certification, you will have numerous opportunities.

If you’re just getting started with a career in Cyber Security, you can choose from a variety of entry-level IT positions, such as Help Desk Technician, Network Administrator, or Software Developer.

Here are the top 5 most in-demand job roles in the field of Cyber Security,

  • Application Security Engineer
  • Security Engineer
  • Network Security Engineer
  • Information Security Analyst
  • IT Security Specialist

Must-have skills in Cyber SecurityTop 7 skills to have in Cyber Security before applying for your first job

You must plan well to acquire essential IT skills, such as programming, networks and systems administration, and cloud computing, before applying for your first Cyber Security job. While a degree isn’t always required for employment in Cyber Security, having some type of formal training and skills certificate can help you get the right job.

Let us look at the top 7 in-demand Cyber Security skills which will help you accelerate your chance of building a successful career in the field.

  1. IT and networking skills
  2. Analytical skills
  3. Threat intelligence skills
  4. Incident handling skills
  5. Penetration testing skills
  6. DevSecOps skills
  7. Virtualization and cloud computing skills

Professional certification courses can help you develop your cyber security competence. There are a variety of advanced certification courses accessible, on many well-known EdTech platforms. To know more about the opportunities in Cyber Security and other new-age technologies please visit our website.

The advanced certification programme in Cyber Security by TalentSprint is well-suited to present and aspiring professionals interested in learning about the newest Cyber Security developments. If you’re an aspiring professional, you should start taking these advanced courses right immediately to improve your skills. The courses are a mix of theory and practice that will help you master in-demand skills and build your business.

The future of Cyber Security is bright, with millions of job openings. A job in Cyber Security is both a career of the future and one that pays well. Do explore as per your interests and let us know if you have further queries. Write to us at contact@nationalskillsnetwork.com. 

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