put it to work prepare for cyber security jobs coursera weekly challenge 4 answers
Test your knowledge: Build your cybersecurity network
1. Which of the following methods can be used to build your cybersecurity network? Select three answers.
- Join cybersecurity associations.
- Attend cybersecurity conferences.
- Connect with security professionals using social media.
- Research the latest threats and vulnerabilities.
2. Fill in the blank: A security professional can sign up for _____ to keep up with key trends and topics in the industry.
- Linux training courses
- healthcare magazines
- engineering mailing lists
- security mailing lists
3. Which of the following strategies can an aspiring security analyst use to connect with security professionals? Select two answers.
- Subscribe to security mailing lists.
- Leverage professional social media sites such as LinkedIn®.
- Create a newsletter.
- Join security associations.
4. How can engaging with the security community help newcomers establish a security career? Select two answers.
- By connecting with other security professionals
- By focusing on improving technical skills
- By engaging in unethical security activities
- By staying informed about the latest security news
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5. You are being interviewed for a cybersecurity analyst role with a mid-level organization. During the interview, the hiring manager asks you what resources you believe are most valuable for staying up-to-date on the most critical security risks to web applications. Which of the following resources would you suggest?
- Risk Management for Security Geeks
- CSO Online
- OWASP
- Krebs Explains Security
6. Fill in the blank: ____ is a security website that covers security news and investigations into cyber attacks.
- Security Investigation by Krebs
- The Washington Post Security Guide
- Krebs on Security
- Security from Kreb’s Point of View
7. Which site do many CISOs in the security industry review for security tips and ideas?
- The Security CISO Online
- The CSO Security Expert Digest
- CSO Online
- CSO Tips for Beginners
8. Which security resource provides information on analytics and application security, mobile and cloud security, and the Internet of Things (IoT)?
- Krebs Knows Security
- Krebs on Security
- CSO Online
- Dark Reading
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9. Fill in the blank: _____ is a great way to connect to other security professionals in the industry.
- Knocking door-to-door
- Asking friends and family members who are not in the security industry for introductions
- Staying away from social media
- Networking on social media
10. Fill in the blank: _____ is a great way to connect with security professionals on social media.
- Responding to unfamiliar messages
- Attempting to hack a security team member and resolving that hack in a timely fashion
- Reading and commenting on the social media posts of leaders in the security industry
- Reading CISO posts on social media
