How to become a penetration tester

If you’re exploring cyber security careers, you’ve probably come across the role of penetration tester. Also known as a ‘pen tester’ or an ‘ethical hacker’, a penetration tester identifies…

How to become a Chief Information Security Officer (CISO)

Australia's attack surface is growing – and so are the consequences of poor cyber governance.

In the past few years alone, breaches have hit healthcare providers, telcos and government…

How to become a cyber security analyst

The tech revolution has transformed how we live, work and connect, but it has also introduced serious vulnerabilities and security threats.

Cybercrime and security breaches already cost the…

What is digital forensics in cyber security?

In a world driven by data and digital infrastructure, safeguarding information systems is a critical priority for individuals, organisations and governments alike.

7 cyber security career opportunities in Australia

Despite efforts in recent years to significantly increase the number of cyber security professionals in Australia, there still remains a significant shortage, according to the…

What is the difference between a data scientist vs a data analyst?

Business analytics emerged as a discipline shortly after Microsoft introduced Excel in 1985, enabling businesses to collect and coordinate much more information than ever before. Over the next…