If you are working in IT it's always good to have some knowledge in any object-oriented language. It may not be mandatory in a starting role, but as you progress the more languages you know the better. I would suggest Python as a starting option, it is not too hard to learn, and you can do so in your spare time online for free. You will see many red brick universities have started to include Python into their modules, whereas before it used to be Java. It is also advisable to have some C/C++ knowledge, as most malware is written in C++. Learning a new programming language (just like earning specific security certificates) will also show employers you are serious in improving your abilities. It will also boost your self-esteem and automatically make you want to learn more. phoenixts.com/blog/do-you-need-programming-skills-for-a-cyber-security-career/
Familiarity with data processing tools (scripting, programming, query languages) certainly will give a person a leg up when seeking a role on a cyber team.
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Is it mandatory that a person learn programming while becoming a cyber security analyst?
If you are working in IT it's always good to have some knowledge in any object-oriented language. It may not be mandatory in a starting role, but as you progress the more languages you know the better. I would suggest Python as a starting option, it is not too hard to learn, and you can do so in your spare time online for free. You will see many red brick universities have started to include Python into their modules, whereas before it used to be Java. It is also advisable to have some C/C++ knowledge, as most malware is written in C++.
Learning a new programming language (just like earning specific security certificates) will also show employers you are serious in improving your abilities. It will also boost your self-esteem and automatically make you want to learn more.
phoenixts.com/blog/do-you-need-programming-skills-for-a-cyber-security-career/
Familiarity with data processing tools (scripting, programming, query languages) certainly will give a person a leg up when seeking a role on a cyber team.
Have you ever heard of Mike turber?
Great interview
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Great stuff
Great video. Interesting info on the board behind Jonathan!!!!
Is a cyber security analyst a beginner role?
kinda -- but it varies...
A Tier 1 Analyst in a Security Operations Center (SOC) can be an entry role.
Is he a thot-leader?