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The Ultimate Guide to Kickstart Your

CYBERSECURITY
CAREER
01
UNDERSTANDING
THE CYBERSECURITY
LANDSCAPE
Cybersecurity is a rapidly evolving field with a wide range of roles and
specialties. It’s important to understand the different areas of cybersecurity
and how they fit into the larger picture. This includes areas such as:

INFORMATION SECURITY:
This involves protecting information from unauthorized access, use, disclosure,
disruption, modification, or destruction to provide confidentiality, integrity, and
availability.

NETWORK SECURITY:
This involves protecting a network from intruders, whether targeted attackers or
opportunistic malware.

APPLICATION SECURITY:
This involves keeping software and devices free of threats. A compromised application
could provide access to the data it is designed to protect.

OPERATIONAL SECURITY:
This includes the processes and decisions for handling and protecting data assets.

DISASTER RECOVERY AND BUSINESS CONTINUITY:


This involves how an organization responds to a cybersecurity incident or any other
event that causes the loss of operations or data.

LEGAL, REGULATIONS, COMPLIANCE, AND INVESTIGATIONS:


This involves the legal aspects of cybersecurity and the related regulations and
compliance issues. Investigations involve finding out what happened in the event of a
breach or incident.

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02
COMPREHENSIVE
CYBERSECURITY JOB
ROLES AND SALARIES
To help you navigate your career path, we’ve compiled a list of common
cybersecurity roles along with their average salaries. This includes roles such as:

INFORMATION SECURITY MANAGER:


This role tops the list of highest-paid cybersecurity jobs with an average salary range of
$150,000 to $225,000. They play a key role in avoiding security disasters by identifying
any areas that might make your information systems vulnerable.

CYBER SECURITY ENGINEER:


The average cybersecurity salary for this position falls between $126,000 to $213,000.
They are primarily responsible for multiple security engineer functions, including
designing, developing, and implementing secure network solutions to defend against
advanced cyberattacks, hacking attempts, and persistent threats.

APPLICATION SECURITY ENGINEER:


The average salary for this role is between $130,000 to $200,000. They are tasked with
securing all software and business applications used throughout your workforce and ensuring
that all privacy and compliance constraints are built into the software and followed.

NETWORK SECURITY ENGINEER:


The average salary for this role now ranges between $120,000 to $208,000. They are tasked
with maintaining your LAN, WAN, and server architecture while also maintaining and monitoring
virtual networks, firewalls, email security and web protocols, security, and programs.

CYBER SECURITY ANALYST:


The average cybersecurity salary for this position falls between $114,000 and $160,000.
They help create, plan, and carry out security measures to keep your infrastructure secure.

PENETRATION TESTER “ETHICAL HACKER”:


On average, they make between $80,000 to $130,000. They complete various, in-depth
tests across your computer systems, networks, and even web applications to identify
vulnerabilities that can be exploited by cybercriminals.

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03
ESSENTIAL TOOLS
FOR CYBERSECURITY
PROFESSIONALS
In the cybersecurity field, having the right tools is crucial. Here are some of the
most essential tools that every cybersecurity professional should be familiar with:

KALI LINUX:
A Linux distribution designed for digital forensics and penetration testing. It comes
preinstalled with a wide range of tools for network analysis, vulnerability scanning,
password cracking, and more.

WIRESHARK:
A network protocol analyzer that allows you to capture and interactively browse the
traffic running on a computer network.

METASPLOIT:
A penetration testing platform that enables you to find, exploit, and validate
vulnerabilities.

NESSUS:
A remote security scanning tool, which scans a computer and raises an alert if it
discovers any vulnerabilities that malicious hackers could use to gain access to any
computer you have connected to a network.

BURP SUITE:
An integrated platform for performing security testing of web applications.

NMAP:
A free and open-source network scanner designed to discover hosts and services on
a computer network, thus creating a “map” of the network.

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04
BUILDING YOUR
SKILLS AND GAINING
EXPERIENCE
In addition to understanding the landscape and the tools, it’s important to continuously
build your skills and gain practical experience. This can be done through:

CERTIFICATIONS:
There are numerous cybersecurity certifications that can validate your knowledge and
skills. Some of the most respected certifications include the Certified Information Systems
Security Professional (CISSP), Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH), and CompTIA Security+.

HANDS-ON EXPERIENCE:
There’s no substitute for hands-on experience. This can be gained through job
experience, but also through things like Capture The Flag (CTF) competitions, and using
platforms like Hack The Box (HTB) and TryHackMe.

CONTINUING EDUCATION:
The field of cybersecurity is constantly evolving, and it’s important to stay up-to-date with
the latest trends and technologies. This can be done through online courses, webinars,
industry conferences, and more.

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05 CERTIFICATIONS:
OSCP VS CEH
The Offensive Security Certified Professional (OSCP) and Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) are
two of the most respected certifications in the cybersecurity field. The OSCP is a hands-
on penetration testing certification, requiring holders to successfully attack and penetrate
various live machines in a safe lab environment. It is considered one of the most challenging
certifications in the industry and is highly respected due to its emphasis on practical skills.

On the other hand, the CEH certification focuses on providing an overview of security
threats, risks, and countermeasures through lectures and hands-on labs. It covers a broad
range of topics and provides a solid foundation of cybersecurity knowledge. However, it is
often seen as less technical and less hands-on than the OSCP.

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06 JOB HUNTING TIPS
FOR NEWBIES
TAILOR YOUR RESUME:
Make sure your resume is tailored to the job you’re applying for. Highlight relevant
skills, experiences, and certifications.

NETWORK:
Attend industry events, join online forums and groups, and connect with
professionals in the field. Networking can often lead to job opportunities.

LEARN CONTINUOUSLY:
The cybersecurity field is constantly evolving. Stay up-to-date with the latest trends,
tools, and techniques.

GAIN EXPERIENCE:
Hands-on experience is highly valued in cybersecurity. Participate in Capture The
Flag (CTF) competitions, contribute to open-source projects, or create your own
projects to demonstrate your skills.

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07 INTERVIEW
PREPARATION TIPS
RESEARCH THE COMPANY:
Understand what the company does and its culture. This will help you tailor your
responses and show your interest in the company.

PRACTICE COMMON INTERVIEW QUESTIONS:


This will help you articulate your thoughts and make your responses more compelling.

DRESS PROFESSIONALLY:
First impressions matter. Dressing professionally shows respect and interest in the position.

FOLLOW UP:
Send a thank you note after the interview. This shows appreciation for the opportunity
and can help you stand out from other candidates.

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