How to Get into Cybersecurity: 2024 Action Plan

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How to Get into Cybersecurity 2024 Action Plan
A Comprehensive Guide for Aspiring Cybersecurity
Professionals
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Overview
Intro to cybersecurity Why choose a career in
cybersecurity Market Size Cybersecurity
Developers - Singapore Key Skills Required for
Cybersecurity Career How to create a Cyber
Security Roadmap for beginners? Cybersecurity
Roadmap Gaining Practical Knowledge Career
Opportunities MAGES Institute Cybersecurity
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Cybersecurity

• Definition of Cybersecurity Cybersecurity refers
  to the practice of protecting systems, networks,
  and data from digital attacks.
• Importance of Cybersecurity in Today's Digital
  World With the increasing digitization of
  information and the rise in cyber threats,
  cybersecurity plays a crucial role in
  safeguarding individuals, organizations, and
  nations from cyber-attacks.
• Growing Demand for Cybersecurity Professionals
  Due to the proliferation of cyber threats, there
  is a high demand for skilled cybersecurity
  professionals across various industries.

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Why Choose Cybersecurity as a Career?

• Lucrative Job Opportunities The demand for
  cybersecurity professionals far exceeds the
  available talent, leading to competitive salaries
  and ample job prospects.
• Constantly Evolving Field Cybersecurity is
  dynamic, requiring professionals to continuously
  adapt to new technologies, threats, and defensive
  strategies, making it an intellectually
  stimulating career choice.
• Ability to Make a Difference By protecting
  sensitive information and critical
  infrastructure, cybersecurity professionals
  contribute to global security and safeguard the
  digital economy.
• Rising Cyber Threats and the Need for Skilled
  Professionals With the proliferation of
  cybercrime, including ransomware attacks, data
  breaches, and nation-state cyber-espionage, there
  is an urgent need for skilled cybersecurity
  professionals to mitigate these threats.

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Market Size Cybersecurity Developers - Singapore

• The Singapore Cybersecurity Market size is
  estimated at USD 2.28 billion in 2024, and is
  expected to reach USD 4.82 billion by 2029,
  growing at a CAGR of 16.14 during the forecast
  period (2024-2029).
• According to a survey by CyberRisk Alliance, 73
  of the cyber attacks led to breaches compared to
  34, which was the global average.
• The Singapore cybersecurity market is segmented
  by product type (solutions (application security,
  cloud security, consumer security software, data
  security, identity and access management,
  infrastructure protection, integrated risk
  management, network security equipment, and other
  solutions) and services (professional and
  managed)), deployment (on-premise and cloud),
  end-user industry (BFSI, healthcare, aerospace
  and defense, IT and telecommunication,
  government, retail, and manufacturing), and
  geography.

Source https//www.mordorintelligence.com/industr
y-reports/singapore-cybersecurity-market/market-si
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Essential Skills for a Cybersecurity Career

• Technical Skills
• Network Security Understanding of network
  protocols, firewalls, and intrusion detection
  systems.
• Operating System Knowledge Proficiency in
  operating systems such as Windows, Linux, and
  Unix.
• Programming Skills Ability to write scripts and
  analyze code for security vulnerabilities using
  languages like Python, Java, or PowerShell.
• Cryptography Knowledge of cryptographic
  algorithms, encryption techniques, and digital
  signatures.
• Soft Skills
• Problem-Solving The ability to analyze complex
  problems and devise effective solutions under
  pressure.
• Attention to Detail Thoroughness in identifying
  and addressing security vulnerabilities and
  threats.
• Communication Skills Clear and concise
  communication to convey technical concepts to
  non-technical stakeholders and collaborate
  effectively with team members.
• Teamwork Collaboration with colleagues to assess
  risks, implement security measures, and respond
  to incidents effectively.

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How to create a Cyber Security Roadmap for
beginners?

• Here are a few key points to create a Roadmap for
  beginners in Cyber Security
• The important thing first is to choose a niche
  and get better at it.
• Improve your foundational and technical skills.
• Hone your skills by learning new things and
  acquiring certifications.
• Learn practise the roles and responsibilities
  of a Cyber Security Engineer.
• Upgrade your skills, as Cyber Security is a
  constantly evolving field.

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Cybersecurity Roadmap

• Phase 1 Foundational IT Skills
• Learn about computer hardware and software.
• Understand how networks work.
• Gain experience with different operating systems.
• Phase 2 Cybersecurity Fundamentals
• Learn about common security threats and
  vulnerabilities.
• Understand the principles of risk management.
• Get familiar with security controls and best
  practices.
• Phase 3 Certifications and Training
• Earn a cybersecurity certification, such as
  CompTIA Security or CEH.
• Take additional training courses to specialize in
  a particular area of cybersecurity.

• Phase 4 Hands-on Experience
• Participate in CTF competitions.
• Volunteer for a security organization.
• Work on personal projects to gain practical
  experience.
• Phase 5 Stay Up-to-Date
• Read industry publications to stay informed about
  the latest threats and trends.
• Attend conferences and events to network with
  other cybersecurity professionals.
• Continue your education by taking additional
  training courses

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Gaining Practical Experience

• Hands-On Training
• Capture the Flag (CTF) Competitions
  Participating in CTF challenges to solve
  real-world cybersecurity puzzles, simulate
  cyber-attacks, and develop practical skills in a
  safe environment.
• Vulnerability Assessments and Penetration
  Testing Conducting security assessments,
  identifying vulnerabilities, and performing
  ethical hacking exercises to evaluate and improve
  the security posture of systems and networks.
• Building and Securing Networks Designing,
  configuring, and securing network infrastructure,
  including routers, switches, firewalls, and
  intrusion detection/prevention systems.
• Joining Cybersecurity Clubs and Organizations
  Participating in student-run cybersecurity clubs,
  hackathons, or meetups to collaborate with peers,
  share knowledge, and gain hands-on experience
  through group projects and activities.
• Seeking Mentorship from Experienced
  Professionals Establishing mentor-mentee
  relationships with seasoned cybersecurity
  professionals to receive guidance, feedback, and
  advice on career development, skill enhancement,
  and industry insights.

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Career Opportunity

• Cybersecurity Engineer Cybersecurity engineers
  assess an organizations security needs,
  assisting with establishing standards and best
  practices. These professionals design, implement
  and maintain secure network solutions to protect
  organizations data, networks and systems against
  cyberattacks, hackers and other threats. They
  conduct tests to identify vulnerabilities in
  networks and systems, respond to security
  breaches and ensure all defenses are up to date.
• Information Security Analyst Information
  security analysts protect an organizations
  computer networks, systems and databases from
  cyberattacks, data breaches and other threats.
  These professionals monitor information networks
  and computer infrastructure to identify
  vulnerabilities in digital security systems and
  secure sensitive information and data.
• Network Engineer A network engineer sets up and
  maintains networks within an organization or
  between organizations. These professionals
  maintain and improve the efficiency of current
  computer networks, which typically include wide
  area networks, local area networks, intranet and
  extranet. They may also design and implement new
  network solutions.

Source https//www.forbes.com/advisor/education/i
t-and-tech/careers-in-cybersecurity/
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