Entry into Cybersecurity… Not entry level at all.
January 14, 2024
I found this in another group: ROADMAP FOR CYBERSECURITY/ETHICAL HACKING FOR 2024 (beginner)
Step 1: Fundamental IT Skills
-Basic Computer Skills
-Basics of Computer Networking
-Computer Hardware Components
-Understand Basics of Popular Suites (Google Suite, iCloud, MS Office)
-Understanding Operating Systems (Linux, MacOS, Windows)
-Connection Types (Wi-Fi, NFC, Bluetooth…)
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Step 2: Computer Networking Knowledge
-OSI Models
-Network Topologies
-Common Protocols and their uses
-Common Ports and their uses
-IPv4 and IPv6
-Basics of Subnetting
Step 3: Security Skills & Knowledge
-CIA Triad
-Cyberattacks and Cybercrimes
-Cryptography
-Understand Common Standards (ISO, NIST, CSF…)
-Understanding Common Distros for Hacking (Kali Linux, ParrotOS)
-Understand Frameworks (Kill Chain, ATT&CK…)
-Threat Modelling
-Understanding Secure & Unsecure Protocols
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Step 4: Hands-on Skills
-Knowledge of common Virtualization Technologies (VMWare, Virtual Box…)
-CTFs (Capture the Flag): HackTheBox, TryHackMe,picoCTF, VulnHub…
-Tools to master (Nmap, BurpSuite, Wireshark, Metasploit, WHOIS, urlscan…)
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Step 5: Programming Skills & Knowledge (Optional but recommended)
-Python
-JavaScript
-Power Shell
-C++
-Go
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Step 6: Cybersecurity Certifications
Beginner Certifications:
-CompTIA A+
-CompTIA Network+
-CCNA
-eJPT
-CompTIA Security+
Advanced Certifications:
-CISSP
-CISA
-GPEN
-CEH
-CISM
-GIAC