By DeVry University
September 15, 2022
5 min read
September 15, 2022
5 min read
Cyber security analysts use a range of technological abilities and skills to help them identify and fix weaknesses in a computer network’s security systems to protect it from attacks and unwelcome access from cybercriminals.
If you’re considering entering the cyber security field, chances are your questions extend beyond, “what does a cyber security analyst do every day?” Read on to learn more about cyber security analysts and what it takes to become one as we discuss:
Programming
Programming languages form the basis of everything related to computers. Cyber security analysts should be acquainted with a few programming languages in order build and develop networks and software and analyze them for weak points.
Security planning and auditing
All cyber security analysts need to know how to evaluate existing security measures and know how to strengthen and improve their defense capabilities.
Digital device competency
While it’s impossible to be familiar with every type of device, a cyber security analyst should be able to understand the basic characteristics of how devices are built and how they work with one another.
Familiarity with small enterprise networks
Many businesses use small enterprise networks to maintain their day-to-day communications. Cyber security analysts need to understand how they work when bolstering network security.
OS architecture and design
An operating system (OS) is the thing that allows all computers to function. A cyber security analyst needs to know what could impact these systems and how to correct any issues should an operating system be jeopardized.
Ethical hacking
Ethical hacking is attempting to break into a network in order to test the strength of a security system. Cyber security analysts use this skill to identify and correct any weaknesses in security plans.
Systems administration
A cyber security analyst also needs to know how to set and approve system permissions so that only employees that work with certain information have access to it.
Digital literacy
All cyber security analysts need to be familiar with how the internet, digital devices and modern communication methods all work together.
1Growth projected on a national level. Local growth will vary by location.
https://www.bls.gov/ooh/computer-and-information-technology/information-security-analysts.htm
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