How to stay relevant as a cyber professional: Skills, trends and career paths to consider

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As a cybersecurity professional, you need to constantly learn, but what new skills are employers asking for — both now and in the coming years? Join this webinar to learn how to position your career to stay ahead of the latest technology trends, from AI to cloud security to the latest security controls. Then, start future-proofing your career for long-term success.

Join this webinar to learn:

- How the market for cybersecurity professionals is evolving
- Strategies to pivot your skillset and get ahead of the curve
- Top skills to stay relevant in the coming years
- Plus, career questions from live attendees

1. Meet your speaker Keatron Evans VP Portfolio and Product Strategy Infosec Institute LinkedIn

2. Agenda Navigating the evolving cybersecurity market How you can pivot and stay ahead of the curve Top skills to stay relevant in the coming years Q&A

3. Navigating the evolving cybersecurity market Cyber professionals must continuously adjust and enhance their skill sets to remain competitive. Constant evolution Imperative to adapt The cybersecurity landscape undergoes frequent changes driven by emerging threats and technologies.

4. Understanding the curve: Staying ahead of trends Anticipating future trends Involves predicting upcoming technologies and advancements in the cybersecurity field. Continuous learning Regularly updating skills and knowledge to remain relevant in a rapidly evolving industry. Adapting faster than others Being agile in responding to changes and implementing new technologies ahead of competitors.

5. How I’ve stayed ahead: Embracing the AI curve ANTICIPATE Identify AI trends LEARN Follow curiosity and learn AI ADAPT Get ahead of field with AI whitepaper ANTICIPATE Predict AI impact on learning ADAPT Expertise tapped for new AWS GenAI certification LEARN Create courses on using AI to learn

6. Join professional networks to discuss trends, share knowledge and stay updated. Engage in professional networks Participate in cybersecurity conferences to network and learn about the latest trends. Attend conferences Regularly review industry reports to gather insights on current and future trends. Monitor industry reports How you can pivot and get ahead of the curve IDENTIFYING MARKET TRENDS

7. Recognize the skills and knowledge areas where you lack proficiency or expertise. Identify gaps Develop a structured plan to acquire new skills and knowledge through training and education. Create a learning plan Evaluate your existing skill set to identify strengths and weaknesses. Assess current skills How to align your career with new trends ADAPT TO NEW TRENDS Embrace opportunities for roles and responsibilities that align with the evolving demands of the cybersecurity landscape. Be open to new roles

8. Predictions: Emerging technologies and trends Cloud Cloud computing security is the top skill hiring managers are looking in candidates, according to the most recent ISC2 Workforce Study. Supply chain Breaches due to third-parties or partner infrastructure grew by 68% last year, according to the Verizon Data Breach Investigations Report. Threat intel AI will enhance threat intelligence and predicate analysis through automation, leading to faster and more effective security measures. Zero trust Zero-trust initiatives continue to grow in popularity as organizations seek to be more proactive about frameworks to improve security. AI and ML Artificial intelligence and machine learning wil l impact other emerging technologies and trends.

9. Predictions: Impact on cybersecurity roles SOC Analyst Monitor security systems for suspicious activity and defend against cyberattacks Penetration Tester Identify security systems and vulnerabilities by simulating real-world attacks Digital Forensics Analyst Recover and analyze  electronic evidence from cybercrime scenes.

10. Other questions?

11. About us Infosec puts people at the center of cybersecurity through role-guided training that’s accessible and engaging. We help IT and security professionals advance their careers with skills development and certifications while empowering all employees with security awareness and phishing training to stay cyber-safe at work and home. www.infosecinstitute.com