Join us on an upcoming, free webinar!
DATE:
Wednesday 11 September 2024 / 4 pm to 5 pm Nairobi Time
TITLE OF WEBINAR:
From Help Desk to Hero: Launch Your Career in Cybersecurity
REG LINK TEAMS:
https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/33f0571a-e991-41a8-9743-c51f8add98b9@8ef1fc14-bdf2-43b9-879e-97b5138ce768
REG LINK BITLY:
https://bit.ly/4ddmGX1
IT Professionals Considering a Career Shift:
These individuals are currently working in various IT roles such as network administrators, system administrators, software developers, IT support specialists or similar positions.
- Experience Level – Mid-career professionals with 3-10 years of experience in the IT industry.
- Motivation – Seeking new challenges and growth opportunities. • Interested in specializing in a high-demand, high-growth area. • Looking to increase their earning potential.
- Pain Points – Concerned about job security and the evolving IT landscape. • Feeling stagnant in their current roles and looking for more dynamic and impactful work. • Uncertain about how to transition into a new IT specialization
- Goals – To gain an understanding of emerging cybersecurity threats and trends. • To learn about the skills and certifications required to transition into cybersecurity. • To explore various career paths within the cybersecurity field.
IT Professionals Looking to Upskill:
Individuals currently working in cybersecurity roles but seeking to deepen their knowledge and expertise, such as cybersecurity analysts, security engineers, or IT managers with security responsibilities.
- Experience Level – Early to mid-career professionals with 2-7 years of experience in cybersecurity or related fields.
- Motivation – Eager to stay updated on the latest cybersecurity trends and threats. • Looking to enhance their skills to advance their careers. • Interested in obtaining additional certifications to validate their expertise.
- Pain Points – Need to stay current with the rapidly changing cybersecurity landscape. • Balancing work responsibilities with ongoing education and certification requirements. • Navigating the competitive job market to secure advanced roles.
- Goals – To learn about emerging threats and how to mitigate them. • To understand the critical skills employers are looking for in advanced cybersecurity roles. • To hear success stories and gain insights from peers who have successfully advanced in their cybersecurity careers.
ROLES INTERESTED IN ATTENDING THE CYBERSECURITY DIPLOMA WEBINAR:
- Network Administrators – Looking to transition into cybersecurity roles by leveraging their networking knowledge.
- System Administrators – Interested in expanding their skill set to include cybersecurity and enhance their career prospects.
- IT Support Specialists – Seeking to upskill and move into more specialized and higher-paying cybersecurity positions.
- Cybersecurity Analysts – Eager to stay updated on the latest threats and trends and to advance their careers.
- Security Engineer – Looking for advanced training and certifications to deepen their expertise and move into senior roles.
- IT Managers – Responsible for the security of their organization’s IT infrastructure and interested in understanding the latest trends and training opportunities for their teams.
- Software Developers – Exploring a shift towards cybersecurity to apply their skills in a new and growing field with numerous career opportunities.
KEY INDUSTRIES THAT NEED CYBERSECURITY PROFESSIONALS:
- Banking and Financial Services – High priority due to the sensitive nature of financial data and the frequency of cyber threats targeting financial institutions.
- Telecommunications – Critical infrastructure that requires robust security measures to protect against cyber-attacks that could disrupt services.
- Healthcare – Protecting patient data and ensuring the integrity of healthcare systems from cyber threats is paramount.
- E-commerce and Retail – Ensuring the security of online transactions and protecting customer data is essential for maintaining trust and compliance with regulations.
- Education – Safeguarding academic records and research data, as well as ensuring secure online learning environments.
- Technology and IT Services – Ensuring the security of software, hardware, and services provided to other industries, making this sector a key player in cybersecurity.
- Insurance – Protecting sensitive client information and ensuring the security of digital processes and transactions.
WEBINAR PERSONALITIES:
Panellist 1 – Benjamin Kilonzo
Panellist 2 – Sydney Javan
Panellist 3 – George Njuguna
Host – Rehaan Mehar
KPIs:
Registrations 300 / Attendees 100
REG SOURCES:
- PTK Email list from leads and opportunities
- PTK LI & FB followers
- RM, Panellists X 3 direct invites to LI connections
- PTK Student WA Group
- Relevant WA Groups
- WA Stories
- Request to Panellists to share on their networks
KEY DATES:
- Mon 12 Aug – 1st push of invites on all channels including email. This will be followed by 4 weeks of targeted invites primarily through LI and the Panellists networks.
- Mon 9 Sep – Dry run at 1 pm with the 3 panellists
- Wed 11 Sep – Webinar Day
- 3:30 pm Webinar check-in with host and speakers
- 4 pm start webinar
- 5:15 pm post webinar 15 min call on Teams
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