Cyber Security Specialist

Cyber Security Education and Career Progression Pathways

The flowchart outlines various educational pathways leading to career progression in Cyber Security.

1. Starting with educational qualifications, there are three pathways:
   • A Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or Cyber Security, taking 3-4 years full time.
   • A VET course such as a Certificate IV in Cyber Security, which takes 6 months full time.
   • An Intensive Cyber Security Bootcamp lasting 12-24 weeks full time.
2. These pathways are followed by a work placement or internship, typically lasting 3 months.
3. After the work placement, individuals can secure a Graduate/Entry role in Cyber Security.
4. From there, the path leads to career progression into more senior roles, which include:
   • Security Manager
   • Security Architect
   • Chief Information Security Officer