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Getting Started in Cybersecurity with a Non-Traditional Background by Raytheon Technologies
Juanita Dawson
You might think a career in cybersecurity is only possible for people with a highly technical background, but 30% of current cybersecurity professionals started with no tech...
You might think a career in cybersecurity is only possible for people with a highly technical background, but 30% of current cybersecurity professionals started with no tech experience.
So, how can you get started in cybersecurity with a non-traditional background?
According to Juanita Dawson (Director of Cybersecurity and Compliance at Raytheon Intelligence & Space) it’s simple. Transferable skills.
Join Juanita as she talks about how to identify and leverage the transferable skills that will help you make a successful career pivot into cybersecurity.
In this chat, you’ll learn:
- Key non-technical skills that translate to the cybersecurity industry
- How to identify and present your unique transferable skills
- Tips to stand out during the interview and hiring process
Meet The Speaker
Juanita Dawson
Director of Cybersecurity and Compliance, Raytheon Intelligence & Space
Juanita Dawson is the Director of Cybersecurity and Compliance at Raytheon Intelligence & Space. Juanita is responsible for cybersecurity compliance, governance, privacy, business resiliency, and records management. To sum it up, Juanita makes sure her business is compliant with rules and regulations and that their data is safe. Juanita’s work influences the current and future because securing data and information for the customer is very important especially as we address cybersecurity compliance.
