Is a cyber security degree worth it? If your goal is simply to learn about cyber security out of pure interest, then spending years getting another degree might not be necessary. You already know cybersecurity is an explosive industry that’s only going to grow, and there’s a lot of people that want to get into […]
Your cybersecurity resume needs to help you land you next job interview! Deciding what information should be in a resume, think about these tips: Before Writing Your Resume 1. Seek Advice. Ask for advice from people who work in that company or at least in your field. 2. Understand the company. Learn about the company
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Thinking about taking the Security+ Certification? You’re not the only one, but how exactly do you earn this valuable credential? Follow along as we give a better understanding of the exam, how much it costs, and whether this is a certification worth pursuing! Ready to Get Hired? Upload Your Cyber Security Resume Today! What is
If you’re at the point in your career where you’re thinking about a CISM, you’ve probably reached a career decision that management is the route you’d like to take. Keep in mind, once you make that decision, it’s very difficult to go back towards execution and delivery. So if you’re serious about the CISM, today’s
Wondering if the GSEC certification exam is worth your time? Learn the benefits of being GSEC certified, who the certification is meant for, and the exam requirements. I know that getting into an entry-level cyber security job without an official certification or degree can be tough. Most organizations expect their new hires to have at
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Interested in becoming a security auditor? If you’ve decided to look towards an entry level cybersecurity job, a security auditor is one such career to be considered. Today’s article discusses the responsibilities, the necessary education and experience, and the skills expected of a security auditor. TLDR What is a security auditor? A security auditor is
Veterans in cybersecurity make for excellent candidates! Veterans tend to acquire during their service that’s proven invaluable to many modern cybersecurity companies, which prefer candidates with cyber backgrounds and experience working in diverse teams. In today’s article, we’ll talk about why veterans are some of the best workers for entry level cybersecurity jobs. That’s because
Why is cyber recruiting for hiring managers so difficult? Well, you’re not alone in asking that question. When Does Cyber Recruiting Fail? A cybersecurity role is different from most other IT positions in that technical proficiency is often required for hiring managers to understand an applicant’s value. Security professionals can’t simply be evaluated on their
Thinking about becoming an information security director (aka cyber security director)? You may be an ace cyber security expert with all the technical know-how, but your expertise will only take you so far. To reach the top, you also need a solid understanding of business and management operations. And, if you want to climb the
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Why does LinkedIn matter when you’re looking for a cybersecurity job? If you’re one of the estimated 1.1 million cybersecurity professionals in the United States, you’re probably thinking to yourself that privacy matters, specifically your own privacy. The good thing is that roughly half of the cyber community is present on LinkedIn, how active they
