We have some very exciting news to share with you - the Security Engineer learning path has just landed!
Jump into the brand new learning path, teaching you all about managing incidents, software security, network security, threats and risks, plus much more.
Keep reading to discover:
- Who This Is For: From novices to experts, find out if this path is your next career catalyst
- Why It's Phenomenal: Get the competitive edge with skills that are in high demand
- What It Covers: Dive into incident management, software security, network threats, and more
What does the Security Engineer learning path cover?
Our Security Engineer path covers different areas of Security Engineering! Use this path to understand the foundations of building secure systems, networks, and software.
Modules in the learning path include:
- Introduction to Security Engineering - Acquire the foundations for security engineering. Learn about security principles, cryptography fundamentals, and identity management basics.
- Threats and Risks - Understand how security engineers help their organisations to identify threats and risks to better manage them.
- Network and System Security - Explore principles of network & system security, including secure protocols, hardening OS, cloud, and network devices using the latest techniques.
- Software Security - Understand how security integrates into the development process of an application, and learn how to mitigate common vulnerabilities in web applications.
- Managing Incidents - Understand how security engineers help their organisations during an incident to reduce the impact of the incident.
What can you do with this training?
The learning path teaches baseline skills for system security engineer and/or software security engineer roles. After successfully completing this learning path, you will have extensive knowledge of the industry standards to help prepare for certification.
Unleash your full potential in cyber security roles like system security and software security engineering. Our Security Engineer learning path equips you with indispensable skills that set you miles ahead in the industry. Beyond mastering the essentials, you'll gain an in-depth understanding of cutting-edge industry standards—arming you with the knowledge to transform your career in security engineering.
Who is this learning path for?
This is tailored to empower professionals across a wide array of roles, including but not limited to:
- System & Network Administrators: Elevate your administrative capabilities by adding a layer of security expertise.
- System & Network Engineers: Enhance your engineering skills with top-notch security protocols.
- General IT Support & Helpdesk: Rise above typical IT roles by acquiring actionable security knowledge.
- Software Developers: Integrate security into your development processes to create unassailable applications.
- Pentesters / Vulnerability Management Experts: Sharpen your offensive and defensive capabilities.
- Software Security Personnel: Gain a comprehensive understanding of software security measures and protocols.
- SOC Analysts: Deepen your analytical skills in security operations and incident response.
- Incident Handlers: Master the art of swift and effective incident resolution.
- Computer Science Graduates: Lay a rock-solid foundation for a cyber security career.
- Compliance, Policy, & Audit Personnel: Understand the nuts and bolts of cyber security regulations and compliance.
Pre-Requisites for Maximising Impact
To fully unlock the full value of this dynamic learning path, we recommend a foundational understanding of programming and core security principles. If you come equipped with skills in programming, scripting, or automation, you're ready to extract all the insights and advantages from this content.
To benefit from this learning path, we recommend having a basic understanding of programming and the core security concepts. In addition, you can get the most value if you are skilled in programming, scripting, or automation!
What to expect in Security Engineering careers
A career as a Security Engineer is a rewarding career, with Security Engineers keeping the security ecosystem running and ensuring that the organisation is protected from threats. With that being said, it is a field that requires on-the-go learning and problem-solving, making it an exciting field for someone who thrives on constant challenges and seeks to stay at the forefront of technology and cyber security advancements.
The dynamic nature of security engineering offers an opportunity to continuously adapt, develop new strategies, and contribute to safeguarding valuable digital assets in an ever-evolving digital landscape.
For a brief introduction to what a day in the life of a security engineer looks like, check out our Security Engineer Intro room, which shows you the core responsibilities of a Security Engineer and gives you the opportunity to practice a few day-to-day tasks!
To show you what to expect from a Security Engineering career, we sat down with Umair, one of our very own Content Developers, to create A Day in the Life of a Security Engineer.
Become a Security Engineer
In the next couple of weeks, we’ll be releasing helpful career guides explaining everything you need to know, including the career paths you can take to become a Security Engineer and top tips from our in-house experts!
Some helpful tips include:
- Gaining experience through CTF challenges
- Transitioning from similar roles
- Having an ‘analyst’ foundation
- Developing your skillset
- Keeping up with relevant content creators
- Ongoing training to continue upskilling (our Security Engineer learning path can help you!)
Our Security Engineer learning path teaches you the baseline skills for system security engineer and/or software security engineer roles.
Ben Spring