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Transferable and Technical Cybersecurity Skills

The document outlines essential transferable and technical skills necessary for success in cybersecurity, including communication, problem-solving, time management, and a growth mindset. It also highlights specific technical skills such as programming languages, SIEM tools, IDSs, threat landscape knowledge, and incident response. Additionally, it mentions the Google Cybersecurity Certificate's preparation for the CompTIA Security+ exam, providing a dual credential upon completion.

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Transferable and Technical Cybersecurity Skills

The document outlines essential transferable and technical skills necessary for success in cybersecurity, including communication, problem-solving, time management, and a growth mindset. It also highlights specific technical skills such as programming languages, SIEM tools, IDSs, threat landscape knowledge, and incident response. Additionally, it mentions the Google Cybersecurity Certificate's preparation for the CompTIA Security+ exam, providing a dual credential upon completion.

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Previously, you learned that cybersecurity analysts need to develop certain core skills to be

successful at work. Transferable skills are skills from other areas of study or practice
that can apply to different careers. Technical skills may apply to several professions, as
well; however, they typically require knowledge of specific tools, procedures, and policies. In
this reading, you’ll explore both transferable skills and technical skills further.

Transferable skills
You have probably developed many transferable skills through life experiences; some of
those skills will help you thrive as a cybersecurity professional. These include:

 Communication: As a cybersecurity analyst, you will need to communicate and


collaborate with others. Understanding others’ questions or concerns and
communicating information clearly to individuals with technical and non-technical
knowledge will help you mitigate security issues quickly.

 Problem-solving: One of your main tasks as a cybersecurity analyst will be to


proactively identify and solve problems. You can do this by recognizing attack
patterns, then determining the most efficient solution to minimize risk. Don't be afraid
to take risks, and try new things. Also, understand that it's rare to find a perfect
solution to a problem. You’ll likely need to compromise.

 Time management: Having a heightened sense of urgency and prioritizing


tasks appropriately is essential in the cybersecurity field. So, effective time
management will help you minimize potential damage and risk to critical assets and
data. Additionally, it will be important to prioritize tasks and stay focused on the most
urgent issue.

 Growth mindset: This is an evolving industry, so an important transferable skill


is a willingness to learn. Technology moves fast, and that's a great thing! It doesn't
mean you will need to learn it all, but it does mean that you’ll need to continue to
learn throughout your career. Fortunately, you will be able to apply much of what you
learn in this program to your ongoing professional development.

 Diverse perspectives: The only way to go far is together. By having respect


for each other and encouraging diverse perspectives and mutual respect, you’ll
undoubtedly find multiple and better solutions to security problems.

Technical skills
There are many technical skills that will help you be successful in the cybersecurity field.
You’ll learn and practice these skills as you progress through the certificate program. Some
of the tools and concepts you’ll need to use and be able to understand include:

 Programming languages: By understanding how to use programming


languages, cybersecurity analysts can automate tasks that would otherwise be very
time consuming. Examples of tasks that programming can be used for include
searching data to identify potential threats or organizing and analyzing information to
identify patterns related to security issues.
 Security information and event management (SIEM) tools:
SIEM tools collect and analyze log data, or records of events such as unusual login
behavior, and support analysts’ ability to monitor critical activities in an organization.
This helps cybersecurity professionals identify and analyze potential security threats,
risks, and vulnerabilities more efficiently.
 Intrusion detection systems (IDSs): Cybersecurity analysts use IDSs to
monitor system activity and alerts for possible intrusions. It’s important to become
familiar with IDSs because they’re a key tool that every organization uses to protect
assets and data. For example, you might use an IDS to monitor networks for signs of
malicious activity, like unauthorized access to a network.

 Threat landscape knowledge: Being aware of current trends related to


threat actors, malware, or threat methodologies is vital. This knowledge allows
security teams to build stronger defenses against threat actor tactics and techniques.
By staying up to date on attack trends and patterns, security professionals are better
able to recognize when new types of threats emerge such as a new ransomware
variant.

 Incident response: Cybersecurity analysts need to be able to follow


established policies and procedures to respond to incidents appropriately. For
example, a security analyst might receive an alert about a possible malware attack,
then follow the organization’s outlined procedures to start the incident response
process. This could involve conducting an investigation to identify the root issue and
establishing ways to remediate it.

CompTIA Security+
In addition to gaining skills that will help you succeed as a cybersecurity professional, the
Google Cybersecurity Certificate helps prepare you for the CompTIA Security+ exam, the
industry leading certification for cybersecurity roles. You’ll earn a dual credential when you
complete both, which can be shared with potential employers. After completing all eight
courses in the Google Cybersecurity Certificate, you will unlock a 30% discount for the
CompTIA Security+ exam and additional practice materials.

Key takeaways
Understanding the benefits of core transferable and technical skills can help prepare you to
successfully enter the cybersecurity workforce. Throughout this program, you’ll have
multiple opportunities to develop these and other key cybersecurity analyst skills.

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