Cyber security

Cyber Security

Your career guide

With the UK and other countries across the world facing an ever-growing number of cyber threats and attacks, cyber security professionals play a vital role in tackling and addressing the associated risks. 

Salaries across the sector are rising and job postings increased by 30% last year (2023). This makes the sector an attractive prospect for graduates, whether they are technical or not. Safeguarding the security of the internet, wider telecommunications networks and computer systems has become and will remain big business, with a rising demand for cyber security skills and expertise. 

This guide will provide you with all the information you need to begin your career in cyber security.

 

 

 

 

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Getting started in cyber security

Take the first steps to researching a career with a cyber security degree

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Gaining experience in cyber security

Find out how to gain work experience in the industry during your studies.

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Finding a job in cyber security

Explore different ways you can secure employment after you graduate. 

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