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Building a Career in Cybersecurity: The Strategy and Skills You Need to Succeed
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Building a Career in Cybersecurity: The Strategy and Skills You Need to Succeed

by Yuri Diogenes
September 2023
Beginner
192 pages
4h 24m
English
Addison-Wesley Professional
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The Cybersecurity Universe

“Change is the law of life. And those who look only to the past or present are certain to miss the future.”

–John F. Kennedy

One common question I have received over the years while teaching, mentoring, or guiding someone to grow in their career is, “Should I change my career to focus on cybersecurity?” This is a very personal question because I believe changing careers should be motivated by a desire to find your passion. So, I answered the question with more questions:

  • Why are you trying to change your career?

  • What do you know about cybersecurity?

  • Why do you think cybersecurity is a good fit for you?

To better answer these questions, you need to know more about cybersecurity and the different roles available ...

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