In this part of the program, you were introduced to how security protects organizations and people, and core skills and knowledge needed to become a cybersecurity analyst. Coming up, you’ll learn more about security domains, controls, frameworks, and compliance. You’ll also have an opportunity to analyze security information and event management (SIEM) data and use a playbook to respond to security incidents.For this discussion prompt, consider the following: What understandings and/or beliefs about cybersecurity did you have before starting this course?How have your understandings and/or beliefs about cybersecurity changed? What’s an interesting element of the cybersecurity profession you discovered that you didn’t already know about?Submit 3–4 sentences (60–80 words) responding to these questions.

In this course, you learned about the focus of Certified Information Systems Security Professional’s (CISSP’s) eight security domains, as well as specific security controls, frameworks, and compliance regulations. You also learned how different security information and event management (SIEM) tools are used to identify security threats, risks, and vulnerabilities, and how to use a playbook to respond to security incidents.For this discussion prompt, consider the following: Are there concepts or portions of content that you would like to learn more about?Have you learned anything unexpected or surprising? Are there responsibilities associated with the role of a cybersecurity analyst that appeal to you more than others?

Why are you interested in learning about cybersecurity?Have you taken any other courses related to cybersecurity? If so, what did they focus on? During this course, what do you hope to learn related to the computing foundations that support cybersecurity?

Now that you’ve started the program, it’s time to get involved in the discussion forums. Connecting with the community is an important part of being a cybersecurity professional. Visit the discussion forums to connect with other learners so you can network, ask questions, share resources, and encourage one another. You’ll build on your cybersecurity skills and knowledge and enrich your learning experience. For this discussion prompt, consider the following:What most interests you about a career in cybersecurity?What topic are you most excited to learn about in this course?Submit 2–3 sentences (40–60 words total)

For this discussion prompt, consider the following: Are there concepts or portions of content that you would like to learn more about?Have you learned anything unexpected or surprising? Are there responsibilities associated with the role of a cybersecurity analyst that appeal to you more than others?

1.Question 1Fill in the blank: Cybersecurity is the practice of ensuring _____ by protecting networks, devices, people, and data from unauthorized access or criminal exploitation.1 pointcompliance, instructions, and accuracycontinuity, infrastructure, and attainment of business goalsconfidentiality, integrity, and availability of informationcustomer trust, increased revenue, and advancement2.Question 2What are the primary responsibilities of an entry-level security analyst? Select three answers. 1 pointSearch for weaknesses Create compliance lawsProtect informationMonitor systems