Freelancing and Remote Work in Ethical Hacking
Working as a freelance ethical hacker is not only possible but also increasingly common. The rates fro freelance hackers start at around £50 an hour, but can go much higher.
Obviiously flexibility and the opportunity to work remotely comes with freelancing. You can hack ethically from anywhere.
Platforms like Upwork and Freelancer are great places to start looking for freelance ethical hacking opportunities. Or to get an idea of the demand for ethical hackers, take a look at Linkedin.
Additionally, participating in bug bounty programs through platforms like HackerOne or Bugcrowd can be lucrative and provide valuable experience.
Books:
Hacking: The Art of Exploitation. John Erickson.
Hacking. The art of exploitation. This book helps the reader to think like a hacker- innovative, smart, and investigative. The book is renowned for its practical and hands-on approach to teaching hacking. It introduces readers to various exploitation techniques, such as buffer overflow attacks and shellcode development.
It doesn’t just stop with techniques but also explains the underlying concepts, allowing readers to adapt and apply their knowledge to real-life scenarios.
The author encourages readers to use their acquired knowledge for securing systems and understanding vulnerabilities rather than for malicious purposes. It is best recommended for anyone willing to get started with Ethical Hacking.
By the end of this book, you’ll have a strong foundation in hacking techniques and knowledge of how to secure systems against these attacks.
Gray Hat Hacking: The Ethical Hacker’s Handbook
Gray Hat Hacking: The Ethical Hacker’s Handbook is a comprehensive guide that covers a wide range of topics in the field of ethical hacking and cybersecurity. It covers topics such as penetration testing, network security, web application security, wireless network security, and more.
It delves into technical corners and provides in-depth knowledge of tools, techniques, and methodologies for ethical hackers. This makes it a valuable resource for readers who want to acquire a deep understanding of the concepts. The book has excellent real-world relevance and comes with examples for every theory.
Also, The Ethical Hackers Handbook features lessons from various experts in the field of cybersecurity and ethical hacking, ensuring that readers benefit from a diverse range of perspectives and expert insights. On a wider scale, this book is particularly useful for readers who want to deepen their technical knowledge and skills in the field.
Ethical Hacking: A Hands-on Introduction to Breaking In
This book is a practical guide that provides readers with a hands-on approach to understanding the world of ethical hacking. It covers the fundamental concepts of hacking, making it a comfort book for beginners who want to build a strong foundation in this field.
The book introduces the readers to a variety of hacking tools, commonly used technologies, the efficiency of the tools, and how they can be used to identify and mitigate security vulnerabilities.
A Hands on Guide to Breaking in also supplements the reader with learning resources, such as online labs, exercises, or supplementary materials, to help readers gain practical knowledge and apply the acquired lessons in real-life situations. This book is an excellent starter for those who intend to pursue a career in Cybersecurity.
Stay curious, stay safe, and keep hacking for the greater good!