September 2021
Beginner
264 pages
7h 48m
English
Content preview from 97 Things Every Information Security Professional Should Know
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Chapter 68. Information Security Ever After
Nicole Dorsett
To anyone determined to succeed in information security, it is a career path that will quickly reveal one truth: to whom much is given, much will be required. If you find yourself fancying the field of InfoSec, rest assured you have made a powerful choice for your future and career. Wherever you are on your journey, there are valuable skills you can begin developing or strengthening that will help you build a positive reputation and strong work ethic to better serve you and your colleagues. It is here that a passion for learning, problem solving, and teamwork can be your recipe for success.
We are fortunate to work in a sector that is coming to embrace diversity and equity. Today, all of us can appreciate major strides in IT by women and minorities, and we all bring diverse backgrounds, talents, and perspectives to the table. Previously, I worked in various administrative and clerical roles in industries ranging from retail, entertainment, and media to insurance, legal, and finance, and every role contributed something to my endeavors in InfoSec.
Whether I was providing customer service, meeting strict deadlines, thriving under pressure, paying attention to details, collaborating with teammates, or being proactive, they were all skill sets I applied to my InfoSec pathway. Still, this path was uncharted territory for me, ...
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