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You Got Sec+ Certification, What’s Next? Build Technical Skills With a C|CT

So, you earned CompTIA Security+ certification. Congratulations! The Sec+ certification is widely recognized by employers all around the world. The modules of Sec+ certification — including Threats, Attacks, and Vulnerabilities; IAM (Identity and Access Management); Architecture and Design; and Risk Management — prepare you for a career in information security. Now, you may be wondering…

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Unlocking Your Future How to Kickstart a Career in Network Security
How to Start Your Career in Network Security

Many companies have migrated to the cloud to compete in today’s competitive marketplace. While this shift has enabled a global and mobile workforce, it has also exposed businesses to serious threats. A report states that globally, the average cost of a data breach in 2023 was USD 4.45 million (IBM, 2023). Companies are hiring more…

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Why Is Capture the Flag (CTF)
Why Is Capture the Flag (CTF) Important in Cyber Security?

As a kid, you may have played a game called "capture the flag," where opposing teams try to sneak into each other's territory and retrieve a colored flag in order to win. Capture the flag (CTF) exercise in cyber security operates along similar lines. Essentially, it is a cyber security challenge that tests participants' ability to find security vulnerabilities in a test IT environment. So how do cyber capture the flag games work, and why are they such an effective way of training beginners in IT security?

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Crack Entry-Level Cyber Security
How to Crack Entry Level Cyber Security Jobs with No Experience in 2024

The global cybersecurity market was worth $173.5 billion in 2022. It is expected to grow at a CAGR of 8.9% to reach $266.2 by 2027 (MarketsandMarkets). Market analysis projects a bright future for cybersecurity, making it an attractive choice for aspiring professionals today. Furthermore, with employers offering lucrative compensation for entry-level cybersecurity jobs, there is…

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How Do I Begin My Career with a Cybersecurity Scholarship in 2023?
How Do I Begin My Career with a Cybersecurity Scholarship in 2024?

Cybersecurity certifications are an excellent way to begin your career in IT security. The good news is that you may be eligible for a cybersecurity scholarship that helps cover the costs of your entry-level cybersecurity training program. What Is Cybersecurity? Modern organizations face a dizzying array of cyberthreats, from hacking and phishing attempts to malware and distributed denial-of-service…

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How to Take the First Steps in Your Cybersecurity Career
How to Take the First Steps in Your Cybersecurity Career 

Cybersecurity is a major focus for businesses now, with companies spending an average of 10.9% of their IT budget on preventing digital threats (Deloitte, 2020). But companies are struggling to find security professionals who can help fight off hackers—in 2021, there were up to 3.5 million vacant cybersecurity jobs (Morgan, 2022). This means there’s never been a better…

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Become a Certified Cybersecurity Technician
Join the World of Cybersecurity with the C|CT Certification

EC-Council is proud to announce the launch of our new cybersecurity technician certification: the Certified Cybersecurity Technician (C|CT). This certification, designed for those who want to start a career in cybersecurity, focuses heavily on skills-based labs and validates graduates’ technician-level skills with a rigorous practical exam. It’s perfect for those looking to enter the IT…

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EC-Council’s Cybersecurity Technician Certification
The C|CT: A Brand-New Cybersecurity Course to Kickstart Your Professional Career

Cybersecurity is one of the most vital and fast-growing professions in the world, and there’s good news for those interested in starting a career in this field: EC-Council has launched the Certified Cybersecurity Technician (C|CT), a brand-new entry-level certification course. The C|CT course covers every introductory concept needed to succeed in cybersecurity, including topics like…

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