Careers for Cyber Forensics & Security

Careers focused on analyzing security threats, investigating cyber crimes, and ensuring the integrity of digital evidence.

Popular Careers

• Cybersecurity Analyst – Monitors and analyzes security systems to detect and respond to threats.
• Digital Forensics Investigator – Investigates cyber crimes and analyzes digital evidence.
• Incident Responder – Responds to and mitigates cybersecurity incidents.

Career Information

• Association of Cyber Forensics and Threat Investigators (ACFTI)
• International Association of Computer Investigative Specialists (IACIS)
• High Technology Crime Investigation Association (HTCIA)

Careers that focus on securing networks, managing security protocols, and ensuring the protection of information systems.

Popular Careers

• Network Security Administrator – Manages and secures network infrastructure.
• Information Security Analyst – Protects an organization’s information systems from cyber threats.
• Security Architect – Designs and implements secure network solutions.

Career Information

• Information Systems Security Association (ISSA)
• International Information System Security Certification Consortium (ISC)²
• SANS Institute

Careers that provide expert advice on security measures, ensure compliance with regulations, and assess vulnerabilities.

Popular Careers

• Security Consultant – Provides expert advice on security strategies and solutions.
• Vulnerability Assessor – Identifies and assesses security vulnerabilities in systems.
• Cybersecurity Compliance Officer – Ensures that organizations comply with cybersecurity regulations and standards.

Career Information

• International Association of Professional Security Consultants (IAPSC)
• ISACA
• Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP)

Careers focused on developing and implementing security technologies, securing applications, and managing security operations.

Popular Careers

• Cloud Security Engineer – Secures cloud-based systems and applications.
• Application Security Engineer – Ensures the security of software applications.
• Secure Software Developer – Develops software with a focus on security.

Career Information

• Cloud Security Alliance (CSA)
• Application Security Industry Consortium (AppSec)
• International Association for Cryptologic Research (IACR)

Careers that involve managing cybersecurity programs, developing policies, and overseeing security operations.

Popular Careers

• Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) – Oversees an organization’s cybersecurity strategy and operations.
• Cybersecurity Risk Manager – Manages and mitigates cybersecurity risks.
• Cybersecurity Policy Advisor – Develops and advises on cybersecurity policies and regulations.

Career Information

• National Cyber Security Alliance (NCSA)
• Center for Internet Security (CIS)
• Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA)