Cybersecurity Career Roadmaps
Three proven paths into cybersecurity. Pick the one that matches your background and follow it step by step.
SOC Analyst Path
Monitor, triage, and respond to security alerts. Best for: people who like fast-paced investigation and shift work.
- Months 1-2: Network+ / Security+ fundamentals
- Months 3-4: SIEM hands-on (Splunk free tier, ELK)
- Months 5-6: Detection labs + CTF practice
- Month 7+: Apply to Tier 1 SOC roles
GRC Analyst Path
Governance, risk, and compliance. Best for: detail-oriented people from audit, legal, finance, or ops backgrounds. No coding required.
- Months 1-2: Learn GRC + ISO 27001 basics
- Months 3-4: Build risk register + policy portfolio
- Months 5-6: ISO 27001 Lead Implementer or Security+
- Month 7+: Apply to GRC / compliance roles
Penetration Tester Path
Offensive security testing. Best for: people who love breaking things and have strong networking + scripting skills. Longest path of the three.
- Months 1-3: Networking + Linux + Python basics
- Months 4-8: TryHackMe / HackTheBox grind
- Months 9-12: OSCP prep + bug bounty practice
- Year 2+: Apply to junior pentest roles
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