Career Development Plan

Career Development Plan Student Name Institutional Affiliation Career Development Plan Employee development is critical in the modern workplace. Without growth, it is impossible for employees to progress in their careers. The job market has become more competitive which means that employees to have a career development plan. Such a plan is critical in creating a blueprint for attaining desired future career goals. Currently, I a senior IT project manager for a cybersecurity company. Having been in the IT field for a couple of years, I have gained a lot of experience in cybersecurity. My goal in the next five years is to become Director of Cyber Security in for PG&E Utility Company. Currently, I have an understanding of cybersecurity risks that are associated with different technologies. I have skills on how to manage different technologies to ensure that they are protected from attackers. Due to my current position as a senior IT project manager, I have gained a wealth of experience in how to protect systems. My ability is attention to detail which ensures that I identify vulnerabilities easily. This allows me to analyze complex technical information to identify patterns and trends that may expose a company to attackers. In order to achieve this career goal, I would need various knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSA’s). Firstly, I would need to improve my IT skills and knowledge of hardware, software, and networks. PG&E is a large company that has complex computer systems. Being a director of cybersecurity in the company will mean that I have to take time and improve my skills in IT. Secondly, I would require a deep understanding of how hackers operate. The nature of criminal cyber-underworld is changing with criminals becoming more sophisticated (Churchill, 2015). Given that PG&E is a company that may attract the attention of hackers, I would require to be aware of th...