Being a cyber security consultant, requires high discipline of self motivation, and stay on top of the task that you need to delivery to the client. Why this is assumed that everyone should behave and play the part, most of the consultants they have trouble doing this. I have a few tips and tools to stay on the task.
Tracking time – Toggl
Planning and Scheduling – Calendar (Schedule everything and put this as calendar entry – things that are scheduled are the things that get done)
Pomodoro Technique – Set timer for 25 mins work, 5 minutes break. You can use an app (mobile / WebApp) — I use Mobile/desktop App Focus To-Do and Garmin Watch. I should add during the break apart from doing tea, do anything physical like 10 pushups, wall-sits, a quick sprint or go out for a fresh air walk.
PS: Make sure you spend your weekend wisely so to minimise burnout 🙂
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Author: kinyoka
A certified Information Security professional, with demonstrated experience spanned more than 10 years in financial, banking, consulting, and payment card industries in managing Information Security System Management ISMS.
A post graduate degree holder in Information Security Management (M.Sc); Certified Information Security Manager (CISM), Payment Card Industry Qualified Security Assessor (PCI QSA), SABSA Chartered Security Architect (SCF), ISO 27001 Lead Auditor, CREST Registered Technical Security Architect (TSA), CREST Registered Penetration Tester (CRT), and a member of ISACA.
Demonstrated to be reliable, trustworthy, and meticulous person; working in a controls-focused environment, multinational, and multicultural organisation over the years and gained a good understanding of what is required of the Information Security professional. .
Specialties:
ISMS based on ISO/IEC 27001/2
Payment Card Industry (PCI) DSS - QSA led services - PCI Scoping, Gap Analysis and Formal Assessment (RoC)
IT Governance, Risk and Compliance (GRC) Management
Cyber Security
Penetration Testing
Enterprise Security Architecture
Technical Security Architecture
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