RegionsQ. What is the best pathway to a career in Cybersecurity?
Cybersecurity is a crucial and rapidly growing field that protects the information systems and networks of individuals, organisations and governments from cyber threats and attacks.
Cybersecurity professionals are in high demand in Australia and globally, as they play a key role in ensuring the security, privacy and resilience of our digital economy and society.
There are many possible educational pathways to a career in cybersecurity for an Australian secondary school student, depending on your interests and goals. Here are some options you may consider:
High School:
Participate in the Cyber Taipan competition, which is a national cyber security competition for Australian high school students.
Cyber Security Traineeship Program:
A program developed by Microsoft and AustCyber, with the support of MEGT, which aims to support 200 participants entering a cyber career from 2021 to 2024. The program combines formal training with paid, on-the-job experience, and allows participants to earn while they learn.
Cyber security degree in Australia:
This website provides information about various cyber security degrees offered by different universities in Australia. You can compare the courses, fees, entry requirements, duration and outcomes of different cyber security degrees. You can also learn about the PR pathway for cyber security specialists in Australia.
Defence Industry Skilling and STEM Support:
Developed by the Australian Government to help Australian defence industry to meet its workforce skills requirements over the coming decade. It focuses on four key areas: engaging, attracting, training and retaining a national defence industry workforce.
You can access information about defence industry career opportunities, support for STEM studies and careers, and funding for skills development and training.