Demand high for cybersecurity workers
There is already a shortage of cybersecurity professionals around the world.
By 2022, it is estimated there will be a global shortage of 1.8 million cybersecurity workers. This week, we are looking at pathways into careers in cybersecurity.
Closing the skills gap
Young Americans (ages 18 to 26) hold the key to closing the cybersecurity talent gap. The problem is, two-thirds of them don’t know what the “cybersecurity” profession is, or where to begin to get into this career path.
Careers in cybersecurity
Are you a relentless problem solver? If so, consider becoming a penetration tester.
Finding weaknesses in systems.
Analyze equipment, software, and more, to find weaknesses that would allow cyber criminals to get in.
Motto“There’s more than one way to do it.”
Like observing people and their behavior? Consider becoming a cyber behavioral scientist.
What the job is aboutKeeping people from falling for online attacks.
Look for ways to educate and help people so they don't fall for cyber traps, such as phishing, scareware and pharming.
"People are the weakest link in cybersecurity."
Do you love the thrill of the hunt? If so, consider becoming a cyber crime investigator.
What the job is aboutInvestigating the "who, what, why, when and where" of cyberattacks.
TaskHunt down cyber villains on the internet.
Motto“Put cyber armor on, it’s dangerous out there.”
Kickstart your career
Test your cybersecurity aptitude
Thirty questions on the three core elements of aptitude: comprehension, problem solving, and knowledge application.
Choose a career path
Did you know cyber careers come with different skills and interests? Use the Cybersecurity Career Pathway to learn more.
Take part in a competition
Join the next generation of cybersecurity professionals.
