Each organization dictates a different set of qualifications for its open cyber security engineering positions. It all goes back to these organizations’ needs and what they require their security engineers to do on a regular basis as day-to-day tasks and duties.
Because this career path is highly technical, most organizations often require a 4 year college education with a degree in computer science to demonstrate the candidate’s fundamental knowledge about networks and computer systems. Some certifications are also required by nearly all job postings to prove further or advanced knowledge of a candidate in security, networking, and other related fields. The most sought-after certifications for this position are CEH (Certified Ethical Hacker), Security+, GSEC (Giac Security Essentials Certification), CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional), and OSCP (Offensive Security Certified Professional).
The main requirement however, is verifiable past industry experience in the form of full time employment. Cyber security engineering is not an entry level job and will not be for anytime soon. The bars are high and what’s at stake make it mandatory that prospects have past experience. Organizations usually ask for 3 years of industry experience and the requirement for senior level positions can go up to 8 years.
Some job postings that require the candidate to deal with sensitive data will also ask for the candidate’s ability to obtain governmental security clearances such as the Department of Defense security clearance. Other organizations require the candidate’s willingness to pursue further accreditations and certifications and also their eagerness to go on sponsored continuous learning programs. The cyber security landscape is always shifting and hiring entities are taking note.
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