Qualifications

A bachelor’s degree in computer science, information technology or cyber security where the coursework would typically include digital and computer forsensics, database design and administration. Although a certification is not always required for an entry-level position.

Competencies
Knowledge, Skills and Attributes

Technical Skills: Information Security Governance and Management, Threat assessment and information security risk management, Implementing secure systems, assurance – audit, compliance and testing, operational security management, incident management, investigation and digital forensics, business resilience, information security research, management, leadership, business and communications, and Contributions to the information securty professionand professional development.

Soft Skills: Critical Thinking, Complex Problem Solving, Good communication skills, metalearning

Cost of Education and Training

By virtue of Republic Act 10931, undergraduate students accepted to SUCs are covered for free tuition and other school fees

Private University/College average per semester
₱30,000.00 to 70,000
Certifications/Training (average)
₱15,000.00

Employment Prospects
Monthly Salary Range
₱40,000.00 - P75,000.00

Industries

IT-BPM
Manufacturing
PublicAdministration
Compulsory Social Security
Ownership,Dwellingsand
WholesaleandRetail Trade
andDefense
Real Estate

Propects for Career Advancement

There are various opportunities for cyber security specialists for both public and private and sectors. Employers include government agencies, military contractors, IT services companies, professional services firms, financial instutions, and cyber security consulting.
Industry certifications will be able to advance the career of a cyber secuirty specialist.. Professional organizations in the field offer various certifications such as, EC-Council Network Security Administrator, Cisco Certified Network Associate – Routing and Switching, Certified Information Security Manager, Certified Information Systems Security Professional, CompTIA’s popular base-level security certification.