So you want to be a Cyber Security Analyst…

Written By Ed Aldridge

Welcome to SHABINX.COM – Your Cybersecurity Journey Starts Here!

Hey there, and welcome to SHABINX.COM, a dedicated space for cybersecurity enthusiasts and aspiring analysts like you! I’m Ed Aldridge, a full-time cybersecurity threat intelligence analyst with a passion for securing the digital world, capturing life through photography, and the thrill of motorsports. Here, I’m combining my love for tech and teaching to help you break into the exciting field of cybersecurity.

This blog is designed for those eager to become cybersecurity analysts, focusing on the technical practitioner’s perspective rather than management. We’ll dive deep into the skills and tools you need through five key categories, inspired by the Department of Defense CNDSP framework, ensuring you’re well-versed in every critical role:

  • Foundation: Build your base with essentials like scripting, networking, and Linux/Windows OS mastery—everything a new analyst needs to know, from TCP/IP to the nitty-gritty details you’ll grow to love.

  • Protect: Learn about anti-virus, anti-malware, patching, and policies that shield users and IT assets from attacks.

  • Detect: Get hands-on with tools like Snort, Bro, and SiLK to spot and stop cyber threats in their tracks—this is where you’ll catch the bad guys!

  • Respond: Master incident response, forensics, and malware analysis to investigate and recover from attacks, plus how to report findings effectively.

  • Threat Intel: Discover how to gather, contribute to, and leverage threat intelligence to boost your situational awareness and stay ahead of risks.

Every blog post comes with a companion YouTube video, so whether you prefer reading or watching, I’ve got you covered. My goal is to make cybersecurity accessible and engaging, helping you build real skills to launch your career. If you find the content helpful, I’d love for you to give a thumbs-up, subscribe to the channel, or drop your questions and feedback in the comments on either platform—I’m here to help!

Let’s secure the digital world together, one step at a time.

Cheers,
Ed

Ed Aldridge

Ed Aldridge is a dedicated cybersecurity threat intelligence analyst, photographer, and motorsports enthusiast with a fervent passion for cameras, cars, and computers. His love for photography ignited during his U.S. Air Force service, sharpening his keen eye for detail. Working full-time to protect against digital threats, Ed also captures the adrenaline of motorsports and the beauty of global adventures through his lens.

https://www.edaldridge.com
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