The Face Behind The Screen In 2012, Federal Bureau of Investigations Director Robert Mueller once said, “There are only two types of companies: those that have been hacked, and those that will be” (Crowley 12). Cyber security is a constant problem in this world; people use the internet daily, which hackers can easily circumvent. Law enforcement agencies have now started Cyber Divisions for local, state, and federal investigative cases. According to the Detective at the Rapides Parish Sheriff Cyber Division, “a Cyber Forensics Analyst is someone who recovers digital information and data from computers and storage devices” (Gunter). This paper will explore the education and skills, job outlook, and job descriptions of a Cyber Forensics
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Mainly the analyst does the following: “Protect against criminals, strengthen the security and resilience of cyber space, securing federal networks, report data from a variety of sources to produce reports, and threat/ risk assessments” (Cyber Security Education 5). If a Cyber Analyst works for law enforcement, the focus mainly surrounds the investigation of criminal and illegal activity. Detective Gunter explains that when a device is received, it must go through a series of investigative tools to decipher the information it contains. For example, when working on a well known murder case, Detective Gunter was able to obtain text messages that linked the individual to the murder (Gunter). The law enforcement analysts also work on computer hard drives to obtain information as it relates to child abuse and stalking. “If the suspect has been to certain websites or there is evidence of illegal activity, a case will begin to be built” …show more content…
The Cyber Analyst “provides advice and guidance in implementing cyber security policies and procedures in the development; they also provide advanced technical support to complex cyber investigations and operations” ( Cyber Analyst 4). It is crucial to provide protection not only for the customers, but also for the corporation’s integrity. Therefore, in the private sector, most analysts will look for viruses that may come into the system, and work to remove the threats (Cyber Analyst 4). In both the private and public sector, analysts “review proposed new systems, networks, and software designs for the potential security risk” (Cyber Security Education 3).
Cyber careers are becoming a leading job opportunity for the twenty first century. When exploring a career as a Cyber Analyst, one must look at the aspects of education and skills, job outlook, and job descriptions to make an informed decision. Individuals have a choice of entering the public or private sector, depending on the individual’s preferences. There are a wide variety of job titles one can choose. “If a person wants a career that involves a passion for computers and a love of solving crimes, this would be the perfect fit”
Mainly the analyst does the following: “Protect against criminals, strengthen the security and resilience of cyber space, securing federal networks, report data from a variety of sources to produce reports, and threat/ risk assessments” (Cyber Security Education 5). If a Cyber Analyst works for law enforcement, the focus mainly surrounds the investigation of criminal and illegal activity. Detective Gunter explains that when a device is received, it must go through a series of investigative tools to decipher the information it contains. For example, when working on a well known murder case, Detective Gunter was able to obtain text messages that linked the individual to the murder (Gunter). The law enforcement analysts also work on computer hard drives to obtain information as it relates to child abuse and stalking. “If the suspect has been to certain websites or there is evidence of illegal activity, a case will begin to be built” …show more content…
The Cyber Analyst “provides advice and guidance in implementing cyber security policies and procedures in the development; they also provide advanced technical support to complex cyber investigations and operations” ( Cyber Analyst 4). It is crucial to provide protection not only for the customers, but also for the corporation’s integrity. Therefore, in the private sector, most analysts will look for viruses that may come into the system, and work to remove the threats (Cyber Analyst 4). In both the private and public sector, analysts “review proposed new systems, networks, and software designs for the potential security risk” (Cyber Security Education 3).
Cyber careers are becoming a leading job opportunity for the twenty first century. When exploring a career as a Cyber Analyst, one must look at the aspects of education and skills, job outlook, and job descriptions to make an informed decision. Individuals have a choice of entering the public or private sector, depending on the individual’s preferences. There are a wide variety of job titles one can choose. “If a person wants a career that involves a passion for computers and a love of solving crimes, this would be the perfect fit”