Exploring Careers in Cybersecurity and Digital Forensics

Exploring Careers in Cybersecurity and Digital Forensics is a book that aims to guide students in understanding the unique opportunity that a career in digital forensics and cybersecurity provides, and a plan for how to navigate the vast amount of resources available. It will also draw awareness and attract the attention of nontechnical students and professionals who would not typically be involved in cybersecurity education, and provide useful tools for counselors and school administrators in both high school and undergraduate programs.

Format: Hardback
Length: 154 pages
Publication date: 15 February 2022
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield

Cybersecurity is a relatively new academic discipline, resulting in a majority of books primarily focusing on classroom material and resources. To the best of our knowledge, there is a lack of a book that caters to criminal justice and other non-technical students from a career choice perspective, while also providing essential guidance for a career in the field. Exploring Careers in Cybersecurity and Digital Forensics aims to guide students in understanding the unique opportunities offered by careers in digital forensics and cybersecurity. It provides a comprehensive plan for navigating the vast array of resources available, including formal education, digital forensics/cybersecurity certifications, and other career-building tools.

While the cybersecurity field and profession are well aware of the skills gap and the available opportunities, other nontraditional students are not. Disciplines such as criminal justice, psychology, law, and business, engineering, and political science are not fully aware of the relevance and shortage of skills in the digital forensics/cybersecurity field. This book aims to raise awareness and attract the attention of these non-technical students and professionals who may not typically be involved in cybersecurity education. Furthermore, with the increasing prevalence of cyberattacks, the demand for both technological and non-technological skills in responding to criminal digital behavior, as well as the need to respond, investigate, gather, and preserve evidence, is growing. Careers in Cybersecurity, Cyber Defense, and Digital Forensics will serve as a valuable tool for students and individuals who are assisting them in making career decisions. Counselors and school administrators at both high school and undergraduate levels will find this book particularly useful in guiding their students toward successful cybersecurity and digital forensics careers.

Weight: 328g
Dimension: 145 x 223 x 18 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781538140611