Cybersecurity analysts protect computer networks from cyberattacks and unauthorized access. They do this by trying to anticipate and defend against cyber threats, and responding to security breaches when they do happen.
A cybersecurity analyst protects company hardware, software, and networks from cybercriminals.
The analyst’s primary role is to understand company IT infrastructure in detail, monitor it at all times, and evaluate threats that could potentially breach the network.
Remain abreast with the most recent advancements in technology and security
Research and evaluation of new cyber security threats and management strategies
Prepare for disaster recovery and make backup plans in case of security lapses
Keep an eye out for attacks, intrusions, and strange, forbidden, or illegal activities.
Assess and test security products
Create new security system designs or enhance current ones
Employ cutting-edge analytical technologies to identify new threat patterns and weaknesses
Participate in “ethical hacking,” such acting out security breaches
Determine any vulnerabilities and put precautions in place, such as firewalls and encryption
Investigate security warnings, then respond to incidents.
Communicate with stakeholders about cyber security issues and provide future recommendations. Monitor identity and access management, including monitoring for abuse of permissions by authorised system users
Provide reports for stakeholders and personnel that are both technical and non-technical.
Keep an information security risk record and help with information security internal and external audits.
Monitor “phishing” emails and “pharming” behaviour, and take appropriate action
Giving staff advice and direction on issues like spam and unwanted or malicious emails. Helping to create, maintain, and deliver cyber security awareness training for colleagues.
The eight traits the company said are indicative of a successful career in cybersecurity are modesty, altruism, composure, scientific, inquisitive, skeptical, responsive, and diligent
An intense interest in IT and a passion for cyber security
Outstanding IT abilities, including an understanding of computer networks, operating systems, software, hardware, and security
Knowledge of the threats to cyber security posed by different technologies and how to manage them
A solid working knowledge of a variety of security technologies, including host intrusion prevention, network and application firewalls, and antivirus
Talents in analysis and problem-solving to recognise and evaluate risks, dangers, patterns, and trends
Teamwork abilities for dealing with clients and team members verbal communication abilities, including presentation abilities, with the capacity to interact with a variety of technical and non- technical team members and other pertinent parties
Writing abilities, such as those needed to create technical reports
The ability to multitask and prioritise your workload, along with time-management and organisational abilities, are essential for managing a range of tasks and meeting deadlines.
Superior attention to detail and the capacity to work under pressure, especially when faced with
danger and during periods of high demand.
Critical infrastructure security.
Application security.
Network security.
Cloud security.
Internet of Things (IoT) security.
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According to The US Bureau of Labor Statistics’ Information Security Analyst’s Outlook, cybersecurity jobs are among the fastest-growing career areas nationally. The BLS predicts cybersecurity jobs will grow 31% through 2029, over seven times faster than the national average job growth of 4%.
JEE Advanced – It is an entrance examination conducted to grant admission to the course in Cyber Security. The examination allows admission to IITs across India.
Calicut University
Brainware University
NSHM Knowledge Campus, Kolkata
Amity University, Jaipur
SRM Valliammai Engineering College, Chennai
Hyderabad Institute of Technology and Management
Many platforms like edureka, simplilearn, edx etc offers online courses in this field.