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Cybersecurity Roadmap Zero To Hero

The document outlines a comprehensive cybersecurity roadmap divided into five stages, starting from understanding the basics and progressing to specialized career paths. Each stage includes specific learning goals, essential tools, and recommended resources for skill development. The final stages focus on gaining certifications and experience to advance in various cybersecurity careers.

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Cybersecurity Roadmap Zero To Hero

The document outlines a comprehensive cybersecurity roadmap divided into five stages, starting from understanding the basics and progressing to specialized career paths. Each stage includes specific learning goals, essential tools, and recommended resources for skill development. The final stages focus on gaining certifications and experience to advance in various cybersecurity careers.

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Cybersecurity Roadmap: Zero to Hero

Stage 1: Understanding the Basics (0-3 Months)

Goal: Get familiar with the fundamentals of computers, the internet, and what cybersecurity is.

What to Learn:

- What is Cybersecurity? (CIA triad: Confidentiality, Integrity, Availability)

- Types of Threats: Malware, Phishing, DDoS, Ransomware, Social Engineering

- How Computers Work (hardware/software basics)

- How the Internet Works (IP, DNS, HTTP/S)

Tools:

- YouTube: NetworkChuck, The Cyber Mentor

- Books: Cybersecurity For Beginners by Raef Meeuwisse

- Platforms: TryHackMe (Free beginner paths), Codecademy (Intro to Cybersecurity)

Stage 2: Build Core Technical Skills (3-6 Months)

Goal: Get comfortable with systems, networks, and basic scripting.

What to Learn:

- Operating Systems: Windows & Linux basics (especially command line)

- Computer Networks: IP/TCP/UDP, Ports, Firewalls, Subnetting, OSI Model (7 Layers)

- Scripting: Learn Python and Bash

Practice With:

- Linux: Use Kali Linux or Ubuntu in VirtualBox

- Tools: Nmap, Wireshark, Netcat

- Labs: TryHackMe's Complete Beginner Path

Stage 3: Dive Into Cybersecurity Core (6-12 Months)


Cybersecurity Roadmap: Zero to Hero

Goal: Learn real-world cybersecurity tasks.

What to Learn:

- Web security basics (XSS, SQLi, CSRF)

- Penetration testing vs. defensive security

- Introduction to tools: Burp Suite, Metasploit, John the Ripper, Nikto

- Logs & SIEM tools (Splunk basics)

- Basics of malware & endpoint protection

Labs: TryHackMe, Hack The Box (beginner level)

Stage 4: Choose a Career Path (1-2 Years)

Goal: Specialize in one direction

Career Paths:

1. Penetration Tester / Ethical Hacker (Red Team)

- Tools: Metasploit, Exploit-DB

- Certs: OSCP, CEH

2. Security Analyst / SOC Analyst (Blue Team)

- Tools: Splunk, Wireshark

- Certs: CompTIA CySA+, Security+

3. Digital Forensics & Incident Response (DFIR)

- Tools: Autopsy, FTK, Volatility

- Certs: CHFI, GCFA

4. Governance, Risk, Compliance (GRC)

- Certs: CISA, CRISC

5. Cloud Security / DevSecOps

- Certs: CCSP, AWS Security Specialty


Cybersecurity Roadmap: Zero to Hero

Stage 5: Get Certified & Gain Experience (1-3+ Years)

Goal: Land jobs, freelance, or start your own cybersecurity business

Certifications:

- Entry-Level: Security+, SC-900, Google Cybersecurity

- Intermediate: CEH, CySA+, eJPT

- Advanced: OSCP, CISSP, GIAC

Tools & Platforms:

- Labs: TryHackMe, Hack The Box, PortSwigger

- Communities: Reddit, Twitter/X, LinkedIn, Discord

- News: Hacker News, KrebsOnSecurity, ThreatPost

Career Growth Path:

- Entry: Security Analyst, IT Support (0-1 year)

- Mid: Penetration Tester, Threat Analyst (1-3 years)

- Senior: Security Engineer, Consultant (3-5+ years)

- Expert: CISO, Security Architect (5-10+ years)

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