You will soon come to the end of this course, which is designed to not only prepare you to earn the CompTIA Security+ certification but also aims to equip you to mitigate risk and implement proper security safeguards to protect information and network infrastructure on the job.
One of the fastest-growing areas of the enterprise is computer network security as a result of the recent spikes in cyberattacks, which has ultimately led to the demand for skillful cybersecurity analysts. There is evidence to suggest that the global cybersecurity skills gap is no secret in the sense that several organizations today are impacted by this shortage. These are some of the reasons why taking this course and earning this certification can a gateway to enhancing your career and subsequently helping to bridge this gap.
Given this understanding and your knowledge gained in this course from week 1, participate in this discussion by responding to either one of the following questions:
- How will learning from this course, and eventually earning the CompTIA security+ certification, make you more productive in the workplace? Include a summary of your potential career paths and professional interests in light of what you have learned in the course.
- Meeting cybersecurity operational challenges with innovations has gained significant traction in the industry, research community, and academia due to perceived benefits. Discuss how your knowledge of state-of-the-art technologies, such as artificial intelligence or expert systems, can help you achieve your cybersecurity career expectations.
Be prepared to comment on at least two original or follow-up posts from your classmates (or professor) by justifying your responses using practical examples and reasoning. You may also ask questions and provide your point of view with rationale. Finally, where possible, ensure that references and citations are used to support your analysis or contribution.