Cyber attacks increase with every digital connection made around the world — learn to protect and defend organisations and gain the employable skills to start your cybersecurity career.
Cybersecurity failure is among the top 5 global risks according to the World Economic Forum Global Risks Report — and cybersecurity jobs continue to grow, with a global workforce gap of over 3.5 million unfilled positions. The world needs diverse, tech-savvy cyber professionals to defend against digital adversaries. The Junior Cybersecurity Analyst Career Path prepares you for the entry-level Cisco Certified Support Technician (CCST) Cybersecurity certification and entry-level roles such as Cybersecurity Technician, Junior Cybersecurity Analyst, or Tier 1 Help Desk Support. You will learn vital skills including threat intelligence, network security, and risk management to protect yourself and organisations from cyber attacks. All courses are online and free.
Career Path Outline
- Course 1 — Introduction to Cybersecurity
Explore the exciting field of cybersecurity and why cybersecurity is a future-proof career. - Course 2 — Networking Basics
Learn the basics of computer networking and discover how networks operate. - Course 3 — Networking Devices and Initial Configuration
Continue learning networking essentials and build your foundational skills. - Course 4 — Endpoint Security
Learn to secure your network all the way to the edge. - Course 5 — Network Defense
Learn how to monitor and protect your network and evaluate security alerts. - Course 6 — Cyber Threat Management
Learn about cybersecurity governance and build your skills to manage threats. - Exam — Junior Cybersecurity Analyst Career Path Exam
Test your knowledge on content from the entire Cybersecurity Pathway and earn a digital badge to verify your skills.
In-Demand Skills You Will Learn
Threat Hunting, Risk Management, Network Firewall, Threat Intelligence, Network Security, Endpoint Security, Vulnerability Assessment, Incident Handling, and more.
Career Path Details
Time: 120 Hours
Level: Beginner
Cost: Free
Format: Self-paced online
Available Languages
Arabic, English, Spanish, French, Portuguese, Ukrainian
Certification & Career
Earn a digital badge upon completing the career path, then take the Cisco Certified Support Technician (CCST) Cybersecurity certification exam to earn an industry-recognised credential for your résumé. Target roles include Cybersecurity Technician, Junior Cybersecurity Analyst, and Tier 1 Help Desk Support.
Exam code: 100-160 CCST
Duration: 50 minutes
Price: US$125
Languages: English, Arabic, Chinese, Spanish, French, Portuguese
Next step: CyberOps Associate certification
Achievements & Badges
Successfully complete the Junior Cybersecurity Analyst Career Path to earn a Cisco Networking Academy digital badge verifying your knowledge. Then sit the CCST Cybersecurity (100-160) certification exam to earn an industry-recognised credential. Share your achievements on LinkedIn, your CV, or professional profile.
What Cisco verifies: The Cisco Certified Support Technician (CCST) Cybersecurity (100-160) certification validates entry-level skills in security principles, network and endpoint security, vulnerability assessment and risk management, and incident handling. The 50-minute exam costs US$125 and is available in English, Arabic, Chinese, Spanish, French, and Portuguese. View exam topics →