Time Management Flashcards
In most blue team roles, there’s always work to be done. Conducting investigations, responding to events and incidents, developing new defenses, building tools, undergoing training, and the list goes on. Having a high level of time management skills will help you to keep on top of a high workload, so that you don’t create more work for anyone else, and ensure you can give all tasks the appropriate amount of time and care.
Time management is your ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines, which requires good organization. In the industry, it is common for teams to utilize platforms such as Microsoft Outlook Calendar, Microsoft Teams, and other cloud providers. Having a shared calendar between a team is a great way to visually see when team members are busy so that they don’t get interrupted.
If you’re taking on a big project, try splitting it up into smaller manageable steps. Crossing small steps off a list will help keep you focused and motivated, working to prevent burnout and boredom.
Skill Development
There are some simple ways to improve your time management skills, helping you to manage your time more effectively. We’ve included some suggestions below.
Use a time management app - app stores on mobile phones offer lots of time management apps, so why not try one? Get used to writing lists of tasks, and working to complete them before deadlines. Getting into this habit will definitely help you at work!
Write lists of things you need to do the next day before you go to bed - this sounds really simple, but trust us, it works! Write a list of things you need to get done, with the most important first. Wake up in the morning, grab some breakfast, and start working through your list, crossing items off once you’ve done them.
Use a calendar to record important dates, meeting times, and when you’re busy - this will help keep you on track, and ensure that you don’t miss any important events.
Consider using time management tools - such as Todoist and Trello for to-do lists, and tools like Toggl for time tracking.
Listen to this podcast, titled “Productivity 101” - this covers some great time management concepts and tools! https://www.relay.fm/cortex/101
Read this blog post - on time management in cybersecurity https://medium.com/falcongaze/time-management-in-cyber-security-17b3251dd6ec
