CYBERSECURITY JOB HUNTING GUIDE
Different paths into Cybersecurity
Author: Stefan Waldvogel
Why are you going into Cybersecurity?
Luckily, there are many ways to get a job in Cybersecurity. I asked my LinkedIn connections, and over 50 people responded to it (https://www.linkedin.com/posts/stefan-wa_Cybersecurity-jobhunting-activity-6771989891212484609-Z4h-):
- Is it money,
- is it the fascination with technology,
- do you like the people in Cybersecurity,
- you enjoy a challenging job?
- Do you want to learn more about IT and security?
Luckily, there are many ways to get a job in Cybersecurity. I asked my LinkedIn connections, and over 50 people responded to it (https://www.linkedin.com/posts/stefan-wa_Cybersecurity-jobhunting-activity-6771989891212484609-Z4h-):
During your journey, keep this picture in mind. Many people say: You must do this or that to reach your goal… I do not think we have such a path.
The traditional way is via an IT job, but you see the world is complicated and diverse if you read these postings. Luck and networking have a more significant influence than a degree or sometime knowledge.
The traditional way is via an IT job, but you see the world is complicated and diverse if you read these postings. Luck and networking have a more significant influence than a degree or sometime knowledge.
- If a specific person (with hiring power) believes in your ability to learn and your passion, you get the job.
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