How to become cyber security expert?

[tsavvy]

I am currently studying Computer Science and I am really interested in Cyber Security. How can I learn skills to become an expert in the field? I want to get a headstart on this.

 

[The_Ogre]

Look for courses on Udemy

 

[Hamster]

First figure out what a "cyber security expert" is and what they do everyday.

 

[Moosedrool]

Finish your degree then look into a OSCP.

 

[evilbob]

SensePost and MWR are always looking for new talent. If you can get an academy/intern position at either of those companies, you will get to learn from and work with some of the best hackers in the world.

Understanding the offensive side of cyber security (hacking) is crucial to being able to defend against the real world bad guys.

 

[kidcolt]

CISSP is seen as the go-to certification for security professionals. But you need 5 years of experience in one of the domains, in addition to passing the 6 hour exam. Then move on to CISA (Certified Information Systems Auditor)... Security+ and CEH are not bad entry exams. How-ever since security is a multi disciple field any exam would help you... A+ will tick off hardware, CCNA through CCIE will cover networks, take any OS theory modules available to you in your studies to better understand device attacks. Try practicing security principles in your daily life, where you look at any "system" and think about how you "break-it", or "alternate-it" to your benefit, then you either re-design if it is possible, or wrap it with systems that reduces the risk of the vulnerability. And get use to writing reports...