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Cyber security analyst
Cyber security analysts protect systems and respond to incidents. Routes include GCSE maths and computing, A-level computer science or IT, a cyber or computer science degree or apprenticeship, then internships and graduate schemes in security operations centres. Starting pay follows the official job profile, not guesswork.
Stages
- 1
GCSE choices
Maths, English and computer science if available.
- 2
A-level or equivalent
Computer science, maths or IT vocational qualifications.
- 3
University or degree apprenticeship
Cyber security, computer science or information security degrees. Cyber degree apprenticeships with large employers.
- 4
Work experience
Capture-the-flag clubs, home labs, or IT support volunteering.
- 5
Internships and insight
Technology or security internships with SOC exposure.
- 6
Graduate schemes
Cyber graduate schemes in finance, defence contractors and consultancies.
- 7
First role
Junior security analyst or SOC analyst.
Entry requirements
Degree or apprenticeship plus interest in networks and scripting. Professional certs often come later.
ProspectsCustom Path
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Questions
Do I need ethical hacking skills day one?
Employers train juniors. Curiosity and fundamentals matter more at entry.
Where do entry requirements come from?
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Does Navigait list every vacancy for this path?
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