Learn as much as you can about data security, online privacy, and the various types of cyberthreats from books; articles on the Internet; the Web sites of security software firms such as NortonLifeLock, McAfee, Checkpoint, Fortinet, and Forcepoint; and videos on YouTube.com.
Take a look at your data privacy settings and social media pages to ensure that you are protected from cyberthreats. Download and install free security software to get a basic understanding of how such technology works. Use online reputation management tools such as Google Alerts and BrandYourself to assess your online profile.
Check out Cybersecurity Resources (https://niccs.us-cert.gov/workforce-development/cybersecurity-resources) to access education and career resources.
Talk to personal privacy advisors and ask them how they broke into the field, what they studied in college, and what they like most and least about their jobs.
Consider participating in cybersecurity competitions to hone your skills. High school and college students can compete in the National Cyber League (https://nationalcyberleague.org).
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