Coding Ireland STEM Report 2024 
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Cyber Security
Life Skills You'll Gain
Ready to level up your life skills? Learning about Cyber Security is a great way to do it! Check out some of the abilities you'll develop as you become a pro.
Problem-solving
Requires breaking down complex problems into smaller, manageable tasks, and then finding solutions to those tasks.
Critical thinking
Requires understanding the logic and structure of a program or robot, and being able to think critically about how to improve it.
Creativity
Allows students to express their creativity by building their own programs, games, art and other digital projects.
Collaboration
Often done in teams, and students learn how to work effectively with others and communicate their ideas effectively.
Entrepreneurial skills
Can be used to develop and design websites, mobile applications, software and robots. This can be used to start a business venture or to create a startup.
Technical literacy
Can help students develop their understanding of technology and how it works, which can be useful in many areas of life.
Data Analysis
Requires understanding and analyzing data, which can be a valuable skill in many fields.
Research skills
Develop research skills to find, evaluate and use information from the internet.
Cybersecurity and online safety
Understanding the basics of cybersecurity and online safety is essential in today's digital world, as students will learn about the potential dangers and how to protect themselves online.
Global Citizenship
Understanding and using the internet and digital technologies in a responsible manner is an important aspect of being a good global citizen in today's digital age.
Communication
Students learn to express ideas effectively, collaborate, and provide feedback to achieve successful outcomes.
Discover Your Dream Career
Wondering where your Cyber Security skills can take you? Check out these potential careers to discover your options.
Cybersecurity Specialist
They protect computers and the internet from bad guys who want to cause trouble, like hackers and viruses.
Penetration Tester
They try to break into computer systems, like a "good guy" hacker, to find and fix security problems.
Information Security Manager
They make sure that a company's information and computer systems are secure, like a "security chief".
Ethical Hacker
They use their hacking skills for good, helping companies find and fix security problems before the bad guys can take advantage of them.
Cybercrime Investigator
They solve computer-related crimes, like catching the bad guys who steal people's personal information or spread viruses.
Cryptographer
They use math and computer science to protect information, like making sure that secrets are kept secret.
Network Security Engineer
They design and maintain computer networks, making sure they are safe and secure from cyberattacks.
Cloud Security Engineer
They make sure that information and programs stored in the cloud (internet) are safe and secure.
