5 BEST PLACES TO LEARN ABOUT CYBERSECURITY

Whether you’re starting your own business, you’re looking to begin a career in cybersecurity, or you just want to be a bit more clued up on how to protect your data, you might be thinking of studying cybersecurity.

And this is a great idea for a number of reasons! Cybersecurity is a hugely sought-after skill, so not only will you be better equipped to protect your data, but you’ll also be more employable.

But first, you need to decide which is going to be the best way to learn about cybersecurity for you. And the good news is there are plenty of options out there.

So to help you decide on your ideal method of study, Evalian has pulled together a list of five of the best places to learn about cybersecurity.

Get a formal education

Depending on your circumstances, one of the best ways to learn about cybersecurity could be to start from scratch and go back to school (well, university).

As the importance of cybersecurity grows, more and more courses are being created to reflect this.

Plus, choosing to study at a formal academic institution can be one of the best ways to kick-start your career in cybersecurity if that’s what you’re hoping to do.

Some of the options available to you would include:

Bachelor’s degree
Master’s degree
Associate’s degree
Online degree

One of the key benefits of studying cybersecurity in this way is that you’ll have an organised learning environment, access to the technology and software you need and you’ll leave with a formal and well-recognised qualification.

Some university courses also offer the chance to take on a work placement or internship, so you can gain some real-world experience while you study.

This will look even better on your CV.

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Take an online course

As with university courses, more and more cybersecurity-related courses are being created and studied online. This can be the ideal solution for you if you need to fit in studying around your family or career.

This can also be a more cost-effective solution with courses varying in price. Some of the more basic cybersecurity courses might even be free! But if you want to build an in-depth knowledge, it’s likely you’re going to have to opt for one of the paid-for courses.

Either way, these courses can be a lot more budget-friendly than attending university. Just be sure to choose a well-recognised provider. Some of the top providers include:

Udacity
Udemy
Coursera
edX
Cybrary

Some of the key benefits of studying online, other than flexibility and saving money, are that there are so many different cybersecurity and related courses to choose from – for example, ethical hacking, compliance and scripting.

Not to mention these courses can be the perfect way to explore your interest in cybersecurity and boost your skillset.

Read a book

Wait a minute, does that really suggest reading a book?

Yes, you read that right. Despite cybersecurity being solely related to technology, this doesn’t mean you have to be online to learn about it.

Books can be the perfect way to learn the basics of cybersecurity, as you can pick these up whenever you have time and fit them around your lifestyle.

But more than this, books can be hugely informative and, for some people, much easier to understand than having someone talk to you about it.

There are several different styles of books out there to help you educate on cybersecurity. There are those that cover the basics and the mechanics of security, and then there are those that share stories of big-scale cybersecurity incidents.

So if you’re looking for a flexible way to study, this could be it.

Get yourself some work experience

If you prefer to be hands-on, then one way to learn about cybersecurity could be to find yourself some work experience, volunteer work or shadowing.

This might be the best option if you already have a basic understanding of cybersecurity and you want to learn more and put your skills into practice.

To do this, offer your time to local businesses or to security companies that you’re interested in. You’ll often find that many are happy to oblige and have you do some work experience for them. Although it is worth noting, you might not be paid for this time.

That being said, the hands on training and real-world experience more than makes up for this. It helps you to learn new skills and it will look great on your CV.

Sign up for a boot camp

If you want a faster way to learn about cybersecurity, why not consider signing yourself up for a boot camp?

These can be completed online or in-person but are essentially just a way of learning more in a shorter space of time.

The can be the perfect solution for you if you want a structured way to learn, but you don’t have the time or money to dedicate to going to university or even taking a lengthy online course.

You’ll get hands-on experience working with equipment, as well as building your network with potential employers.

A boot camp can also help you to gain a formal certification that will be recognised by employers.

Which way to study is right for you?

There you have it, five of the best ways for you to study cybersecurity. Which option you choose will depend on a number of key factors, so before dedicating your time (and parting with your cash), ask yourself:

Why do I want to learn about cybersecurity?
Will this help further my career?
What’s my budget?
How much time can I dedicate to studying each week?
How quickly do I need to grasp the basics?
How and where do I learn best (at home or in a structured environment)?

By asking yourself these questions, you’ll be able to determine which method of study is right for you and you’ll become a cybersecurity buff in no time!

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