A Guide to Becoming a Cyber #security Analyst
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Cyber Security Analysts are professionals who are responsible for monitoring computer networks by adopting various technologies and processes, and ensuring that proper systems and safeguards are in place so as to protect the personal and sensitive information and data from cyber criminals. They shield networks, data, programs and websites from various cyber threats such as malware, denial-of-service attacks, hacks and viruses.The focus of Cyber Security Analysts is a prevention of cyber-attacks more than post-incident response. They serve the purpose of providing immediate response to cyber alerts, derailing breaches before they even occur. Thus, techniques such as penetration testing and ethical #hacking are acquired by these professionals to validate the proper functioning of security (...)