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Cybersecurity is the technology and process that is designed to protect networks and devices from attack, damage, or unauthorised digital access. There are multiple ways to implement cybersecurity, depending on the kind of network you're connected to, and the types of cyber-attacks they're prone to.
Why is it in demand?
There are several factors in our modern society that are causing the demand for skilled cybersecurity professionals to rise, the first is the huge number of hackable devices that are now connected online. It is one of the top skills in demand for the near future and with companies and organisations investing in cybersecurity infrastructure and always looking for cybersecurity professionals to help protect their network infrastructure, devices and data from cybercriminals and other threats both internally and externally.
How to get into cybersecurity
A quick search online will show you plenty of forums that are full of opinions on the best ways to get into cybersecurity. There are lots of potential ways to get there, and many cybersecurity professionals have found success using a variety of methods. Readynez has many ways and methods to help you get started in a career in cybersecurity, with the courses and training we offer. Speak to one of our consultants for better guidance on what is best for you.
There are multiple jobs in the field of cybersecurity and Readynez has many cybersecurity courses that can help you land them.
Careers in CyberSecurity
The demand for cybersecurity
With private companies and government organisations investing so much in cybersecurity, the demand for cybersecurity professionals has gone so high that there are more roles than there are people to fill them. Hence why the British government had started to incentivise people to train and start a career in cybersecurity, and with Readynez offering many cybersecurity training and certifications, it can help you be ahead of curve in your new career.
Jobs in cybersecurity
There are many job titles and roles that fall under the ‘Cybersecurity’ umbrella: Pen Testing, Ethical Hacker, Network Security, Information Security Analyst, Cyber Security Engineer, Information Security Consultant, Cyber Intelligence Analyst, Security Software Developer, Cryptanalyst, Security Software Developer, Information Security Administrator
Earning potential
Compared to the national average, cybersecurity professionals earn an above-average salary. But, like most careers, your salary depends on your experience and whether the position is permanent, or contract-based. As a trainee or entry-level cyber security analyst, you can expect between £20,000 and £35,000. With 3-5 years of experience, your salary should increase to £35,000-£60,000. For managerial or consultant roles, you can expect from £70,000 to £150,000+. Please bear in mind that these figures are only estimates and many positions will come with a comprehensive benefits package
Cybersecurity career paths
There is no linear path for success in a career in cybersecurity. But, all successful cybersecurity candidates will start with a desire for higher earnings, a stable futureproof career, cyber security and IT. From there, you could get a certification in the relevant and specialised field. Some examples of IT jobs that lend themselves to a transition into cybersecurity include: Systems Administrator, Web Administrator, Web Developer, IT Technician, Software Engineer
Once you land your first cybersecurity job, you should focus on becoming highly specialised in one area. This will make you a more appealing candidate for higher level, specialised roles. This is where Readynez can help you with the right training, certification, and guidance we can help you get started into a lucrative career path in cybersecurity.
Cybercrime threats and attacks
Different types of cyber attacks implemented by cybercriminals and hackers
| Malware | Malware is a type of virus that is used to attack a system such as trojan, adware and spyware, to name a few. Someone who has downloaded a certain file that may have infected their computer using spyware to steal their data, adware to bombard them with adverts and a "trojan" that is disguised as something harmless but contains an infectious virus that can corrupt your data. |
| Phishing | A Phishing attack is when a cybercriminal sends emails or messages, which appear as if they have come from a legitimate source (such as banks, shopping sites, etc) to someone hoping that they would click to open the attached files or the links and install malware to steal data and financial information (i.e. credit card) |
| Middle-man attack | Here the hacker gains access to the "information path" between the targeted user's device and the websites' servers. The hacker's device takes over the IP address being used by the targeted device, by doing this the communication line between the targeted device and the website's servers is secretly intercepted and all the information going back and forth is seen by the hacker. This commonly happens with unsecured Wi-Fi networks and also through malware |
| Password Attack | This is one of the easiest ways to hack a system. A password is cracked using either common passwords or all possible combinations of passwords using a “dictionary codex” or by simply recording the keystrokes as someone enters a password |
Cybersecurity solutions
Different ways to secure yourself from cybersecurity threats
| Firewall | Installing a "firewall", creates a virtual wall between the user's computer and the internet. A firewall filters the incoming and outgoing traffic from the user's device to safeguard your network and a firewall can be either software applications or hardware reinforcements. |
| Honeypots | This is called a "honeypot" because like a flower that attracts bees, a "dummy computer" or "virtual machine" attracts attackers, deceiving them into going into a device that does not exist. Hence, protecting the main system and surfing the net freely |
| Alphanumeric Passwords | Using passwords that have a mix of letters, numbers, different cases, unique characters and symbols. Making a password hard to guess and being quite long in character length too. I.e. Cyb_erS3cu^rity! |
| Antivirus Software | There are many antivirus software that users can install that helps detects malware and trojans in the systems or device, also prevents it from entering the system or doing anything malicious |
| Carefully opening emails | By making sure we check our emails carefully, not opening anything from unknown senders and even marking it as junk or phishing emails in our email inboxes |
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