How to become a Cybersecurity specialist?

To become a Cybersecurity specialist you need to have interest in Technology to become a successful in this field and also you need to have technical knowledge.

A cyber security specialist is an information technology professional whose primary function is to maintain the safety of an organization’s software and network security system.

There are numerous opportunities for highly technical roles, like cybersecurity specialists and developers, at cybersecurity companies. Many large corporations are also setting up their own cybersecurity task forces and are increasingly hiring cybersecurity specialists

Cybersecurity operations jobs are among the fastest-growing roles in IT, as organizations set up security operations centers (SOCs) and establish IT security teams to monitor and respond to global security incidents.

Steps to become a Cybersecurity specialist
Pass your class 12thEarn bachelor degree or certificat or diplomaGain relevant experienceRefine your hard and soft skillsCreate a strong resume
Top industries hiring for this role: Information technology and services, computer software, computer and network security, accounting, management consulting.

Minimum Education
Bachelor degree

Degree
Bachelor in Computer Science
Bachelor in it  
Bachelor in Systems Engineering
MBA degree with an information systems 
Pgdm or diploma in Cybersecurity
Certificat course in Cybersecurity

Skills required

Technical knowledge
Interest in Technology
Vulnerability assessment
security information and event management
penetration testing
information security
network security

Salary
The salary is between 4 to 8 lacs per year in India.
Cybersecurity Specialist salary is $107,433 per year in the US