Career Development
Beginner
Module

Understanding Cyber Security Careers

Explore 4 key cybersecurity career paths

Understanding Cyber Security Careers

Explore 4 cybersecurity career paths including SOC Analyst, Penetration Tester, Threat Intelligence Analyst, and Cloud Security Engineer. Learn salary ranges, daily responsibilities, and career progression for each role.

This module contains 4 lessons.

4
Lessons
95 min
Duration
Free
Access
10
Points

What You'll Learn

By the end of this module, you'll have a clear understanding of 4 major cybersecurity career paths.

Understand the daily responsibilities of a SOC Analyst and typical career progression
Learn what Penetration Testers actually do and the skills required to succeed
Discover the emerging role of Threat Intelligence Analyst and its importance
Explore Cloud Security Engineering roles and the growing demand in this field
Compare salary ranges and growth potential across different cybersecurity roles
Identify which career path aligns best with your interests and background

Module Lessons

This module contains the following lessons:

1
Security Analyst Career Overview
25 min
Lesson

Learn about the most common entry-level role in cybersecurity. Understand daily tasks, required skills, and how to progress from Tier 1 to senior positions.

Daily Responsibilities
Required Skills
Career Progression
Salary Ranges
2
Penetration Tester Career Overview
25 min
Lesson

Discover what it takes to become a penetration tester. Learn about different types of testing, required certifications, and career opportunities.

Types of Pentesting
Required Certifications
Tools & Techniques
Career Opportunities
3
Threat Intelligence Analyst Career Overview
20 min
Lesson

Explore this growing field that combines research, analysis, and threat hunting. Understand how to identify and analyze cyber threats.

Threat Research
Analysis Techniques
Intelligence Platforms
Career Growth
4
Cloud Security Engineer Career Overview
25 min
Lesson

Learn about one of the fastest-growing roles in cybersecurity. Understand cloud platforms, security controls, and career prospects.

Cloud Platforms
Security Controls
Compliance
Market Demand

Perfect For

Career Explorers

People considering a career in cybersecurity who want to understand different role options.

Students & Graduates

Recent graduates or students who want to understand which cybersecurity path to pursue.

IT Professionals

Current IT workers looking to transition into cybersecurity roles.

Ready to Explore Cybersecurity Careers?

Start this module to discover which cybersecurity career path is right for you.