## Professional Certificate – 14-Lesson Course Series The global demand for cyber experts is expected to grow by 6 million workers (Cyber Criminology Magazine). An IBM Professional Certificate will provide you with the foundational skills needed to start your career as a cyber analyst. What do cyber analysts do? Cyber analysts protect an organization’s systems and networks by monitoring defenses, analyzing threats, and implementing safeguards to prevent cyberattacks. During this program, you will explore cybersecurity fundamentals, tools, and technologies, and learn about cyberattacks, operating systems, and a basic understanding of networks. You will also delve into database principles and vulnerabilities, cybersecurity architecture, compliance frameworks, standards, and regulations. You will also explore how to use generative AI for information security. In addition, you will learn tools and strategies for job searching, resume writing, and interview preparation to jumpstart your career. Gain valuable hands-on experience in intrusion, incident response, investigations, and more. You’ll work on real-world projects that include developing cybersecurity programs and compliance frameworks, giving you hands-on experience to talk about in interviews. Once you complete this program, you’ll have an IBM professional certificate and a digital signature that showcases your skills, which you can add to your resume. Enroll today and be on your way to a cyber career in less than 6 months! ### Hands-on Learning Project This professional certificate is specifically designed to help you build the rich experience that employers are looking for. Throughout the program, you’ll work on labs and case studies that will hone your new skills. This hands-on work will allow you to: – Build practical incident response and investigation skills through real-world cybersecurity scenarios. – Gain hands-on experience with industry-specific tools. – Demonstrate how to implement cybersecurity industry best practices and standards to mitigate risks, improve security, and ensure compliance through audit processes. – Implement incident response methodologies. – Work with generative AI tools that increase your efficiency and productivity in information security. – Demonstrate your ability to investigate real-world information security vulnerabilities by identifying the attack, vulnerabilities, costs, and prevention recommendations. This program is ACE® accredited and FIBAA recommended – You can earn up to 10 degree credits and up to 4 ECTS credits.
