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Course Overview

The cybersecurity field is vast and rapidly evolving, making it difficult to identify the right career path and required qualifications. This is the reason many IT professionals find it daunting to switch or start their careers in cybersecurity due to a lack of clear guidance, industry-specific knowledge, and practical skills. 

In this course, Cyber Security Careers for IT Professionals, you will learn how to transition into cybersecurity from IT. You need to have clear guidance to put you on track of your journey in cybersecurity. This course provides a detailed overview of the various career options within the cybersecurity domain, from entry-level roles to advanced positions. You will learn about the essential skills and certifications needed to excel in different cybersecurity roles. This course outlines a clear pathway for acquiring these skills through practical exercises, case studies, and guidance on obtaining relevant certifications. 

By the end of this course, you will be able to choose the right path for you in Cybersecurity as per your interest.   

What You Will Learn

  • Learn about the overall landscape of Cybersecurity
  • Learn about the importance of Cybersecurity for Organizations
  • Learn about various career options and certifications available
  • Learn how you can prepare for the certification and job hunting

Program Curriculum

  • What is This Course All About?
  • Why Should You Choose Cybersecurity as a Career?
  • Know Your Instructor

  • Cybersecurity Overview
  • Importance of Cybersecurity in Organizations
  • Cybersecurity Threat Landscape
  • Cybersecurity Trends and Challenges
  • Chapter 2 Quiz

  • Overview of Career Options
  • Penetration Tester Role
  • Security Analyst Role
  • Security Engineer Role
  • Security Architect Role
  • Incident Responder Role
  • Chief Information Security Officer Role
  • Emerging Roles in Cybersecurity
  • Chapter 3 Quiz

  • Popular EC-Council’s Certifications
  • Essential Series Certifications by EC-Council
  • Choosing the Right Certification Pathway
  • Chapter 4 Quiz

  • Common Tools You Should Be Aware Of
  • Case Studies
  • Chapter 5 Quiz

  • Refining Your Resume
  • Update LinkedIn Profile
  • Job Hunting Strategies

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Instructor

Himanshu Rana

Himanshu is a consultant, primarily focused on Windows Active Directory, PKI, ADFS, and Microsoft Azure. He's been in this industry for the past 11+ years and worked on various projects for various clients.  He has worked as a corporate trainer in one of the best offshore training providers and delivered corporate training on various Microsoft certifications to students all over the globe. Being a Microsoft Certified Trainer, he still follows his passion for teaching.

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