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The Skills Every Cybersecurity Student Should Develop Introduction Cybersecurity is a dynamic and ever-evolving field that requires a unique blend of technical expertise, analytical thinking, and adaptability. Many students enter the field unsure of what skills they need to develop beyond basic security principles. Whether you’re aiming to be a penetration tester, security analyst, or cloud security engineer, mastering the right skills is crucial. This guide will break down the essential technical and soft skills every cybersecurity student should focus on. ...

My Cybersecurity Journey: Lessons from Teaching, Consulting, and Hands-On Labs Introduction My journey into cybersecurity wasn’t conventional. Before entering the field, I spent years working in various roles in retail, an experience that gave me a deep appreciation for business operations and customer needs. When I eventually returned to college as a non-traditional student, I started to see technology not just as a tool, but as a critical factor in securing businesses and their data. That realization led me down the cybersecurity path, where I combined my passion for tinkering, problem-solving, and security into a career. ...

How to Set Up a Beginner’s Cybersecurity Lab at Home (Step-by-Step Guide) Cybersecurity is a hands-on field, and having your own home lab is one of the best ways to learn. This guide will walk you through setting up a virtual cybersecurity lab on your computer using free tools like VirtualBox or VMware Player. 1️⃣ Choosing the Right Virtualization Software Before setting up your lab, you need a virtualization tool to run virtual machines (VMs). The two best free options are: ...

Why I Created Proftsec 🛡️ Cybersecurity is evolving faster than ever, and keeping up with threats, tools, and best practices requires constant learning. As a cybersecurity educator and practitioner, I saw a gap between theoretical knowledge and hands-on experience—so I created Proftsec.info as a platform to bridge that gap. The Problem: A Need for Practical Cybersecurity Learning Many cybersecurity resources are either too theoretical (lacking real-world application) or too advanced (assuming deep prior knowledge). My goal with Proftsec is to create a space that: ...