How to get into a Cybersecurity Career

How to get into a Cybersecurity Career

Assessment

Interactive Video

Education

6th - 10th Grade

Hard

Created by

Regina Smith

FREE Resource

9 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

According to Zulfikar Ramzan, what is the most crucial quality for individuals starting a career in cybersecurity?

A strong technical background

The ability to bypass encryption

Curiosity and a desire to learn

Experience as a Tier 1 analyst

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Tarah Wheeler compares being a hacker to being a boxer, suggesting that instead of engaging in 'fights,' hackers should do what?

Focus on earning a high salary

Apply their knowledge in a competitive and brilliant way to be helpful

Seek out entry-level opportunities

Develop strong pattern recognition capabilities

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Jayson Street warns that without a constant passion for learning new techniques and threats, and how to fix them, what will happen to individuals in the information security field?

They will quickly advance to a leadership role

They will burn out and fail

They will find it easy to make money

They will become experts in cryptography

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is Matt Devost's primary recommendation for those interested in cybersecurity?

Mastering advanced mathematical concepts

Focusing solely on defending against attacks

Experimenting with technology and engaging in self-learning

Attending graduate school for specialized studies

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • Ungraded

Are you enjoying the video lesson?

Yes

No

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a key factor in getting started in cybersecurity, according to one speaker?

Obtaining numerous certifications.

Having a strong academic background.

Being curious and building on that curiosity.

Networking extensively at conferences.

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why might a CISSP certification be important for a cybersecurity professional, especially in large organizations?

It guarantees a higher salary.

It prevents dismissal by employers.

It helps overcome initial HR hurdles.

It is a legal requirement for all cybersecurity roles.

8.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary purpose of taking a cybersecurity course, according to one speaker?

To obtain a piece of paper for HR.

To learn from the course material.

To prove oneself after getting a job.

To network with other professionals.

9.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is considered the most crucial educational aspect for success in cybersecurity, according to one speaker?

Formal degrees from universities.

Extensive professional certifications.

Innate curiosity and a desire to learn.

Practical experience in hacking.