
What does a secure coder do?
Secure coders are responsible for developing code in a way that protects against security vulnerabilities like bugs, defects and logic flaws.

What does a penetration tester do?
Penetration testers are responsible for planning and performing authorized, simulated attacks within an organization’s information systems.

Working as a privacy manager
A Privacy Manager is responsible for the development, creation, maintenance and enforcement of the privacy policies and procedures of an organization.

What does a cybersecurity beginner do?
A beginner role focuses on foundational skills and knowledge that will allow anyone to take the first step towards a cybersecurity career.

What does an ICS security practitioner do?
Industrial control system (ICS) security practitioners are responsible for securing mission-critical SCADA and ICS information systems.

What does a security engineer do?
Security engineers are responsible for implementing and continuously monitoring security controls that protect computer assets and networks.

What does an information risk analyst do?
Information risk analysts conduct objective, fact-based risk assessments on existing and new systems and technologies.

Working as a digital forensics analyst
Digital forensics analysts collect, analyze and interpret digital evidence to reconstruct potential criminal events and more.

What does a security architect do?
Security architects are responsible for an organization's computer and network security infrastructure.

What does a cloud security engineer do?
Cloud Security Engineers design, develop, manage and maintain a secure infrastructure leveraging cloud platform security technologies.

What does a SOC analyst do?
SOC analysts are responsible for analyzing and monitoring network traffic, threats and more within an organization’s IT infrastructure.

What does a security manager do?
Cybersecurity managers develop security strategies that align with the organization's goals and objectives. Learn more about the role.
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