Key Features Align your security knowledge with industry leading tools and concepts Gain the skills and certifications required to keep up with ever-changing security needs Learn from industry experts how to analyze, implement, and maintain a robust environment Book Description It's no secret that there is a huge talent gap in the cybersecurity industry. Everyone, including some of the Fortune 500 CEOs, is talking about the issue. Covering a wide range of cybersecurity topics, this book will help you understand the importance of cybersecurity, what you can do with it, and how you can fill in the cybersecurity talent gap.
Starting with the essentials of security, you'll figure out how the security domain is evolving, and how artificial intelligence and machine learning help to secure systems. This cybersecurity book will help you develop the skills and explore tools that you need to become a security professional. You'll also learn to think like an attacker and explore advanced security methodologies to prevent exploits. Finally, you'll build practice labs, discover real-world use cases, and get acquainted with various cybersecurity certifications.
By the end of this book, you'll be well-versed with security fundamentals and be able to make the right decisions in cybersecurity.
What you will learn Explore the fundamentals of security Discover how cybersecurity is evolving Understand how to identify an organization's domain needs Plan your transition to cybersecurity effectively Enhance your existing skills with practice labs and self-assessment Find out how you can become a successful cybersecurity professional Who this book is for This book is for IT professionals looking to venture into the world cyberattacks and threats; however, anyone with an understanding of the IT infrastructure workflow will also benefit from this book. Cybersecurity experts interested in enhancing their skill set will find this book useful.
Table of Contents Importance of Cybersecurity Security Evolution - From Legacy to Advanced, to ML and AI Learning Cybersecurity Technologies Skills We Need for a Cybersecurity Career Attacker Mindset Understanding Reactive, Proactive, and Operational Security Networking, Mentoring, and Shadowing Cybersecurity Labs Knowledge Check and Certifications Security Intelligence Resources Expert Opinions on Getting Started with Cybersecurity How to Get Hired in Cybersecurity, Regardless of Your Background.
