Tips for Launching a Career in Cybersecurity

Cybersecurity offers promising opportunities for professionals aiming to amplify the worth of their expertise in the current decade.

This article, penned by Madeline Clarke on behalf of TechRepublic Premium, sheds light on the strategies individuals can adopt to kickstart a career in cybersecurity. It presents valuable insights from industry experts and delves into the multiple aspects associated with this thriving domain of professional progression.

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Acquiring certifications stands as a prime means to establish professional credibility in the realm of cybersecurity and stand out among other candidates in the industry. The 2023 Value of IT Certification candidate report from Pearson VUE reveals that 62% of candidates pursued IT certifications to augment their professional profiles and resumes, while 59% were driven by aspirations of career growth.

For those seeking to obtain certifications, TechRepublic Academy emerges as a valuable platform, offering new packages and opportunities on a consistent basis.

When it comes to advice for entry-level professionals keen on certifications, Ev Kontsevoy, the CEO of Teleport, recommends, “For those opting for certifications, considering courses from SANS or Offensive Security would be most beneficial. In terms of job search, my suggestion is to explore forward-thinking organizations that endorse contemporary engineering methodologies. The smaller the company, the easier it is to experiment collaboratively. Fortunately, there exist numerous open-source projects that can be leveraged without substantial expenditure. When operating on a small scale, resourcefulness becomes crucial.”

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AndyC

Andy Curtis is an award-winning security consultant, researcher and public speaker. He has been working in the computer security industry since the early 1990s, having been employed by state and federal government, leading healthcare and banking providers across three continents. He has given talks about computer security for some of the world’s largest companies, worked with law enforcement agencies on investigations into hacking groups, and is a regular voice on TV and radio explaining IT security threats.

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