Chapter 2The Many Colors of Cybersecurity
In the dynamic realm of cybersecurity, roles and responsibilities span a vast spectrum, encompassing everything from analyzing threats to governing policies and innovating solutions. To better understand this intricate landscape, I draw inspiration from the color wheel, as others before me have. This visual representation of primary and secondary colors blend to create a comprehensive palette of cybersecurity jobs and noncybersecurity jobs alike. For noncybersecurity jobs, I discuss the security aspects of those jobs and how very important they are to executing quality work for that particular function.
As discussed in the previous chapter, The Workforce Framework for Cybersecurity, also known as the NICE Framework, serves as a comprehensive guide for identifying and categorizing various work roles within the realm of cybersecurity. Its structured approach aids organizations in defining cybersecurity-related tasks, skills, and competencies required for a successful workforce.
The NICE Framework and the Color Wheel
Just as colors combine to form a harmonious spectrum, the NICE Framework brings together diverse work roles to fortify the digital realm. In this chapter, I explain each of the primary and secondary colors and relate them to four major groups: builders, breakers, defenders, and bakers.
In the following chapters, I embark on a journey to relate NICE Framework work roles to the primary and secondary colors of the color wheel, ...
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