IT security specialists are responsible for protecting the data of organisations and of the individuals involved (these including employees, clients, customers, and other stakeholders). They manage access to networks, accounts, and devices; and regularly assess IT environments for any existing or potential security problems. Identifying such issues may be done through methods such as vulnerability scanning, penetration testing/ethical hacking, cryptography, and threat analysis. With cyber crimes on the rise, these professionals earn a generous average salary of $107K AUD in Australia (according to Indeed).
With a CompTIA Security+ certification, you could build the fundamental skills necessary to pursue entry-level opportunities in this growing industry. Through best security practices under their globally-renowned framework, you'll equip yourself with the basics for effectively securing IT environments while verifying your skills as an industry professional.