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Cybersecurity

In a digital-first world, every company is a tech company, from startups to a small cafe.

With cyberattacks predicted to occur every 2 seconds by 2031 and a need for 4 million cybersecurity experts worldwide,

prioritizing cybersecurity is crucial – for governments, organizations, small businesses, and individuals like you.

Learn how to gain job-ready skills in this exciting field.


 


 

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Career Path

Junior Cybesecurity Analyst


Cyber attacks increase with every digital connection made around the world. Learn how to protect and defend an organization and gain employable skills to start your cyber career.
 
 
 

 

This Junior Cybersecurity Analyst Career Path prepares you for the entry-level Cisco Certified Support Technician (CCST) Cybersecurity certification and entry-level cybersecurity positions such as Cybersecurity Technician, Junior Cybersecurity Analyst, or Tier 1 Help Desk Support roles. You will learn vital skills like threat intelligence, network security, and risk management to protect yourself and organizations from cyber attacks. If you enjoy solving puzzles, are passionate about technology, and like working in teams, the field of cybersecurity may be a great fit for you!

Start your Cybersecurity career today with courses and resources that are online and free.

 
Earn a digital badge for successfully completing this pathway to verify your knowledge.
Then you can take the CCST Cybersecurity certification exam to earn an industry-recognized certification for your resume.
 

Career Path - Outline

Course

Course

Introduction to Cybersecurity
 
Explore the exciting field of cybersecurity and why cybersecurity is a future-proof career.
Course

Course

Networking Basics
 
Start learning the basics of computer networking and discover how networks operate.
Course

Course

Networking Devices and Initial Configuration
 
Continue learning networking essentials and build your foundational skills.
Course

Course

Endpoint Security
 
Learn to secure your network all the way to the edge.
Course

Course

Network Defense
 
Learn how to monitor and protect your network and evaluate security alerts.
Course

Course

Cyber Threat Management
 
Learn about cybersecurity governance and build your skills to manage threats.
Exam

Exam

Junior Cybersecurity Analyst Career Path Exam
 
Test your knowledge on content from the entire Cybersecurity Pathway and earn a digital badge to verify your skills.
Resources

Resources

Cisco Certified Support Technician (CCST) Cybersecurity
 
Formerly IT Specialist – Cybersecurity certification. After completing the Junior Cybersecurity Analyst Career Path, you are ready to earn your entry-level cybersecurity certification.
Resources

Resources

The bridge between talent and employment
 
From job preparation to matching, explore the many resources available as part of your participation with Cisco Networking Academy.
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Courses

CourseCourse | Self-paced, Instructor-led
Introduction to Cybersecurity
Explore the exciting field of cybersecurity and why cybersecurity is a future-proof career.
6 Hours
 
 
 
 
 
Ethical Hacker
Learn the art of offensive security to uncover cyber threats and vulnerabilities before the cybercriminals do.
70 Hours
 
 
 
Cybersecurity Essentials
Cyber attacks increase with every digital connection made around the world. Learn how to protect and defend an organization and gain employable skills to start your cyber career.
70 Hours
 
 
 
 
Endpoint Security
Learn to secure your network all the way to the edge.
27 Hours
 
 
 
 
Network Defense
Learn how to monitor and protect your network and evaluate security alerts.
27 Hours
 
 
 
 
Cyber Threat Management
Learn about cybersecurity governance and build your skills to manage threats.
16 Hours
 
 
 

CourseCourseInstructor-led

CyberOps Associate
Learn how to monitor, detect and respond to cyber threats and prepare for the Cisco Certified CyberOps Associate certification
70 Hours