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Interested in a job where you can become a real-life superhero? Then the world of information and cybersecurity may be for you!
In this video, we’re diving into the role of security analyst—a common entry-level job in the world of infosec and cybersecurity. We’ll cover salary, job growth, getting started in the field—all that good stuff to help you explore if you should start down the path to becoming a security analyst.
Note: Information Security Analyst is the title you’ll most commonly see on job postings across America right now. But, some other similar job titles include:
- Cybersecurity Analyst
- SOC Analyst
- IT Security Analyst
- Systems Analyst
- Incident Analyst
- Network Security Analyst
- Information Security Analyst
Contents:
00:00 Introduction
00:52 Cybersecurity career overview
01:19 Entry-level job titles in cybersecurity and information security
01:50 Niches in the cybersecurity field
02:37 A day in the life for people in information and cybersecurity jobs
04:00 Salary for security analysts
04:17 Projected job growth
04:55 Getting started in the field (education, certifications, and more)
07:37 Possibilities down the road (pen tester, chief security officer)
09:05 Conclusion
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