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Section 1: Secure Your Digital Footprint

Learn best practices for digital security and how to secure your personal information.

+300 points
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Cybersecurity Threats and Threat Actors

Increase your awareness of common cybersecurity threats and threat actors.

~30 mins
+300 points
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Digital Asset Security

Secure your logins, devices, and internet use.

~25 mins
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SECTION 2: Take Advantage of Free and Low Cost Online Learning

Check out these free resources to continue your cybersecurity learning journey.

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Trailhead Cybersecurity Learning Hub

Your one stop shop for cybersecurity learning with cybersecurity role descriptions, profiles of real security pros, and learning modules.

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Top 5 Steps to Immerse Yourself into Cybersecurity

Learn how to get started in cybersecurity by SANS, one of the premier sources for training, certification, and research.

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NIST Free and Low Cost Cybersecurity Learning Content

Explore resources for educational content on topics such as information technology and cybersecurity.

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Use Your Computing Device For Hands-On Cybersecurity Learning

Get advice from the pros on how to turn your computer into a goldmine of hands-on learning experiences.

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Diamond Model of Intrusion Analysis

Learn how to understand and hunt cybersecurity threats.

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GIAC Certifications Podcast

This podcast showcases the importance of hands-on practice and using CTFs to build skills and creativity. It's a must-listen!

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Threat Intelligence & Protecting Critical Infrastructure

Learn about cyber threats in different industries and how to protect critical infrastructure.

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SECTION 3: Explore Cybersecurity Career Paths

How to establish and advance your career in cybersecurity.

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Explore Cybersecurity Career Paths and Progression

The US Cybersecurity & Infrastructure Security Agency provides a guide to different cybersecurity paths professionals can take.

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Ready Yourself for Your Next Job in Cybersecurity

Explore guided, job-specific cybersecurity career paths that prepare you for your next job.

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Explore Cybersecurity Career Pathways

Cyberseek.org explores the roles that feed into cybersecurity roles and what salaries and job openings look like based on current data.

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SECTION 4: Polish Your Resume and Sharpen Your Interviewing Skills

Learn to create a great resume and polish those interviewing and networking skills to optimize your chances to land that next job.

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Cybersecurity Tutorials for Landing a Cybersecurity Job

The National Institute for Cybersecurity Education has great tips for resume writing and interviewing.

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Top Tips Shared by Cybersecurity Professionals

Cygenta brings you this video of cybersecurity professionals sharing their top tips for someone thinking about a cybersecurity career.

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10 Resume and Interview Tips from Security Pros

Cybersecurity experts explain how job seekers can build a resume and nail an interview.

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Tips for Cybersecurity Skill-Building From an Expert

Cygenta interviews the UK’s National Cybersecurity Center Deputy Director about how to build skills to develop a cybersecurity career.

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Section 5: More Cybersecurity Resources To Check Out!

Discover more about what's needed in the cybersecurity field and how you can position yourself for success.

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Latinas in Tech

Connect with Latina women working in tech and experience a safe space for learning, mentorship, and recruitment.

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CyberCorps Scholarship for Service

Learn how to start your cybersecurity career with the U.S. government.

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National Initiative for Cybersecurity Education (NICE) Resources

Discover more about cybersecurity education, training, and workforce development.

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Shortage of Women in Cybersecurity

Learn more about the underrepresentation of women in cybersecurity and how having more women in the field is good for security and business.

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Veterans: Explore the Field of Cybersecurity

Veterans have great skills for transitioning to a cybersecurity field. Check out the resources listed here to learn more.

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Transition to a Cybersecurity Field as a Veteran

The US National Initiative for Cybersecurity Careers and Studies explains the transition to cybersecurity jobs following military service.

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Cybersecurity Training and Education for Veterans

The US Department of Homeland Security introduces veterans to training and education for a transition into a cybersecurity career.

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Veteran Resources by the National Initiative for Cybersecurity Education

Explore career preparation and educational topics for cybersecurity jobs for veterans.

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Explore the Fortinet Fortivet Program

The FortiVet mission is to facilitate the transition of exceptional military veterans into the cybersecurity industry.