topic Re: Programming Languages in CISSP Study Group

Programming Languages

lucassouza — Mon, 21 Oct 2024 14:39:17 GMT

Hello everyone,

What programming languages should I focus on in order to be successful in a cybersecurity role?

I'm transitioning into cybersec and want to build a solid pathway to be a CISO.

Thank you!

Re: Programming Languages

funkychicken — Mon, 21 Oct 2024 18:22:25 GMT

I would start with Python. Its a quick easy to understand language which is cross platform and used in many applications these days. Obviously there are others out there but Python is a good start at least.

Re: Programming Languages

dcontesti — Mon, 21 Oct 2024 19:59:06 GMT

The answer would be it depends.

Python while easy to learn but would be best suited to someone who plans on being a security engineer or pen tester.

However C++ would be a better option for those interested in Crypto.

If you want to be a hacker, you will need to be comfortable with working in the Command line.

Javascript can be used to create scripts that help to secure data and systems. It can be also used to create firewall rules, intrusion detection systems, and other security tools.

You might find this link helpful :

https://cybersecurityguide.org/resources/coding-for-cybersecurity/

Now having said all that, I am a CISO, and I stopped programing back in the Fortran days. (yes I am that old)

So the question is what path do you plan on taking while working towards being a CISO...Pen testing, crypto, intrusion detection, etc.

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Re: Programming Languages

lucassouza — Tue, 22 Oct 2024 15:17:48 GMT

Thank you @dcontesti !

The link that you provided helped me a lot.

I'm more aligned with pen testing and IDS/IPS than crypto (definitively do not want to get there).

Therefore, I believe that Python and Java are the "most have", right?

Thank you too @funkychicken