Introduction
Welcome to our "Career Exploration" page, where we dive into the exciting world of cybersecurity careers. In today's digital age, cybersecurity is a vital field that keeps our online world safe from threats. The demand for cybersecurity professionals has reached extraordinary levels; in fact, there is a shortage of cybersecurity professionals in the workforce, with an estimated 3.5 million unfilled positions globally in 2023 and this shortage is expected to continue at least for the next few years.
So whether you’re a student thinking about your future career, just starting out in your professional journey, looking to make a career switch, or simply curious about the field, we hope this page helps you gain a better understanding of the wide range of opportunities in this exciting field.
So, let’s get started with our exploration. Our first stop: the NICE Framework.
What is the NICE Framework?
NICE stands for "National Initiative for Cybersecurity Education," which simply means it's a big effort to help people learn about cybersecurity and do a great job at it.
The
NICE Framework is a resource by
NIST NICE and is helpful because it establishes a standard approach and common language when describing cybersecurity work. Jobs, known as 'work roles', are grouped by category (an area of focus) and specialty area (an area of work). There are 52 work roles in the framework.
On this page, we highlight several of the more common entry-level work roles. This information is not intended to replace the information provided by the NICE Framework but rather present it using examples that can supplement understanding, especially for those who are new to cybersecurity. Educators may also find it helpful when exploring cybersecurity careers with their students.
