Getting Started in Cybersecurity with a Non-Traditional Background

job opportunities & internship options available for bootcamp students in this industry

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How do you effectively transition into cybersecurity with a non-traditional background?

What was your biggest challenge transitioning into cybersecurity with a non-traditional background?

Which certificate do you most recommend after CISSP for a career in cybersecurity?

In your opinion, what would be the best/most efficient area within cybersecurity to focus energy and time in studying for job switchers to cybersecurity? Thanks!

What are the typical cybersecurity tasks and what does the day to day look like?

How would one lookinng to get back into the job. world. Find a cybersecurity Postion.

What is your advice on how to showcase your transferable skills if they are not quantifiable?

Is it not too late to start?

Hi, If security is mainly user's awareness as well as a well tuned security hardware, kindly advise a simple steps on how we can minimize or event prevent threats specifically in a networked...

No questions at this time

What no-tech skills that can be transferable and noted in a resume from someone with a finance background to make it in cybersecurity profession?

Is there a road map of jobs to "work up the ladder"? What sort of job (title) or internship would you recommend for someone who is self-taught or finished a bootcamp?

What is the best way to handle a 20 year gap in workplace experience when applying for this type of job?

Do you have any financial analyst or pricing analyst positions available?

What certifications or professional courses can you recommend to initiate the knowledge transition?

I have experience of 6 years as a developer. But now im looking for something which does not including coding. Is Cybersecurity also about coding or can i have a role in cybersecurity which does...

How can I get in to the field now?

Would companies will willing to hire someone from outside the company for a cybersecurity role? What certifications would be important to obtain to enter into cybersecurity?

What is a typical day in the life of a Cyber Security professional like?

I am currently working in Digital Marketing. How can I start a career in cybersec?

\Why is it so complex and difficult to become a cyber security? and what are the requisition to fill up to become one?

Are no programming skills required at all?

Is training needed prior to job? Best training to get before and on the job?

I'm concerned about ageism in the industry and how to overcome it. Thank you for providing this talk, cybersecurity is something I have been curious about for some time.

is there a need to have experance in the field

Not sure where to start to transition to tech from healthcare

Nothing at the moment

Hi, I have done my btech in Computer science & Engg. But, over the years I gain experience on Sales & Marketing, Business analyst and my industry was Pharma. Now, I want to move at IT...

what's the entry level we should seek for? also, where can we learn the fundamental skills?

As a Governance Risk and Compliance professional with a legal and corporate strategist background who interfaces with cybersecurity professionals frequently and must communicate when domains of...

Curious to know what led you to Cyber Security?

What are my first steps? How do I network when I do not know anybody?

As you know, the Pandemic is still going on. As a result, are there jobs available in the Cybersecurity field that can be done form home, or do you have to go in to the offide?

What training and resources should I be studying to take and pass my CISM certification? I have 20 years in project management.

When you hear ‘cyber’ you think hackers and that sounds intense and stressful. What path perhaps, is the best route to avoid the extreme intensity? Or is it in fact that extreme?

I have several years of experience as an information technology specialist supporting eMessaging and Collaboration for IBM/Domino products. I held this role before cloud computing became...

I've always been interested in cyber security and I have no experience in it and I'm wondering if it would be a good career for me because I'm working from home now.

Can you tell us more about certifications required to transition?

How can you best represent your past work experience and education coursework to highlight transferable skills to potential employers? Especially, if entry level cyber jobs typically are looking...

Are there any certifications that can help with the transition to cybersecurity if you are from a non-tech background?

What backgrounds or disciplines are most conducive for a successful transition into cybersecurity?

How long does it take to ramp up for companies to consider hiring you?

Will there be an opportunity for someone to do a resume review after this event ends? I’d like to know how to incorporate some of this information on my resume.

How can I get started on the field?

What are some of the tools or resources you used to help you get your foot in the door of cyber security?

Does your company offer on the job training for cyber security

How do I transition into cyber security and what is the top certification or is degree absolutely necessary?

I don’t have a question but looking forward to joining

How did you get started in cyber security?

How do you past skills into the tech company

what should a Tier 1 entry level rep have for salary expectations ? Are recruiters looking for more Certifications or job experience?

Are certifications and training required. JD and ATS may require them and may not opt to review potential candidates' eligibility.

Best way to convert customer service experience.

What is the likelihood for remote position in this field.

No question, but I'm looking forward to learning more about getting into the Cybersecurity industry. My experience and background have been in Digital Marketing and Logistics. -Thank you

General info to get into the industry with a focus on moving into a role that allows you to set your own schedule.

How attainable is it to get a job within cybersecurity without any work experience in the field?

What are some of the best ways to launch my career in Cybersecurity with a background in , Account Management, Admin/ Executive Assistant, Project Coordinator/Management and Office Management?

I’m transitioning into cybersecurity and I have over 20 years of customer service experience along with 6 years of management experience how can these skills transfer over to cybersecurity?

What tools should I look into and what ways can I start improving security testing?

No question at this time.

I have no question at this time, but I am very eager to hear about opportunities in this field. Thank you.

What type of certification is needed for Cyber security? Are companies honoring certifications without experience?

What skills are transeferable?

No questions right now.

What are some open sourced resources to break into this field?

With a background in HR, Office Administration, Project Management and general IT what transferable skills would be needed to pivot to cyber security.

How to start and make your resume attract the hiring manager

Will share at the meeting.

Are there any post-pandemic re-launch opportunities in cyber security for experienced professionals? I was a Senior IT Manager and would like to re-launch my career in Ciber Security and I’m...

How long does it take to become certified!

Once you have training, what is the best way to start working without any work experience in cybersecurity?

What are the transferrable skills from data science? Does cybersecurity use Python?

Having some prior knowledge in the military how do I translate that on to my resume to get into an internship or training program to get the experience?

What is the easiest and most affordable way to start a cyber security business?

I have a question on certification. Where can I get certified and what is the length of training? Best- Melisa

I have a facility/ office / finance /management background. Can I transfer my skill set to cyber security?

What is the growth expected in the cyber space within the next five years? What roles should someone with no direct cyber experience be looking for?

What kind of training or classes do we start with.

How do you up-skill successfully and leverage your past experiences when interviewing for a job that would be a step up in your career? (From a tech-skills perspective and project ownership perspective?

I'm a mid-career professional who has worked in technology, but in non-technical roles (and within a small organization). Are there any lateral opportunities for me?

How Do I get security clearance?

How much do you need to know coding languages? And if so, which one(s)?

I do not have IT background

How do I get started?

I'm an active alum providing career support to undergrads. Would you please cover any specific suggestions for college graduates that would be good advice for the summers before graduation and in...

I don’t have any tech experience. What steps should I take to begin?

I work as a manual sw tester now, would like to hear more about how to get into security testing, what tech/non-tech skills are necessary

Where and how is the best way to start? A cyber bootcamp?

how to switch from other technical field to cyber security

What's the best way to get experience in GRC when you're either unemployed or your current position is not at all in cybersecurity? (Developers can show their GitHub accounts; people interested in...

I am interested in translation opportunity

I don't have a question but I'm curious about how much of the skills is transferable...

How can you transfer skills or stand-out when filling in an application to get the interview?

How to prepare a strong CV & Linkedin profile

It is help full for beginner

There are a lot of Security Certifications in the market - and they are not cheap. Which ones would you recommend as worth the investment in time and money. Thanks.

What are your top ten (10) cyber-security books that you recommend?

When pivoting into another career, such as tech, is it necessary in investing in a career coach? Typically all I've ever done is gotten assistance with my resume and I'm thinking more may be...

Is there any type of mentoring program to advance within Cybersecurity to improve on skills for newcomers to the industry?

What advice would you to someone on how to gain experience and land a job after training and understanding GRC framework?

I have previous IT and looking to leverage cloud computing experience with cybersecurity.

What is it like being a black woman in the cyber security field?

Is this a career that allows the option of being a digital nomad? What's the best and well respected certification sites?

What are the roles at contributing manager and senior manager levels of cybersecurity and at what level might a veteran IT professional from non-security background reasonably expect to...

Please share the best way to learn about opportunities in the Cyber Security industry.

Cybersecurity is a huge industry, which roles appear to be most in demand? What is the best path to take to get experience in the field if you have no prior technical knowledge?

Do you recommend bootcamps or associate degrees in cybersecurity?

Are there any part-time/remote opportunities in cybersecurity?

Do you recommend getting cloud certs? If so, which ones? How do I overcome the ....2 years IT experience required?

I was a former Cyber Security Engineering course student. I have no professional background but I have few knowledge on cyber security. I believe that I am able to work with my excellence if I...

Will you be explaining different certification path? Which certification programs do you recommend?

My background is in sales, how do i transition that experience into the IT cybersecurity ?

Will you share more about the compliance side of Cybersecurity and what it entails to be more involved from that perspective?

What's the difference between the function your team performs compared to cybersecurity information assurance in GSS? Would you consider your team to be less technical?

What is the biggest risk to the company as it pertains to Cybersecurity?

What skills are transferrable into CyberSecurity?

What types of educational programs could you suggest in furthering a career in this field. I have an MBA with a small minor in cyber security and threat awareness. How else can I get my feet wet...

What advice would you give someone who is seeking a transition to an cybersecurity field, but fearful because they don't meet all the requisition qualifications?

I have been with Raytheon for 34 years my career has been as an Executive Assistant for most of those years. I am interested to see if my many skills as an EA would transition well into a...

I have a BA in Psychology, as well as years of customer service experience. Do you have any recommendations on how I could get started in the Cybersecurity field?

I have a BA in business management and a Master’s in public administration. Are there any specific certifications or trainings I should look in before applying for careers in cybersecurity?

How to start? I’m looking to transition from nursing to IT.

How long do it take to land a job?

I would like to learn more about day today day life as a someone who works in the area of cybersecurity.

I am thinking about switching to cybersecurity and some knowledge from my past but my degree and past career is in something else. What what I need to focus on first?

How can one tell if cybersecurity is a good fit for them?

1. What certification is an employer looking for to show basic or intermediate cybersecurity skills if one doesn’t have work experience? 2. How likely is an Air Force veteran who works in the...

Is more advantageous to find a niche in cybersecurity, rather than attempting to be a Jack of all trades?

Would like to understand the transferable skills embedded software engineers can use to make a transition to cybersecurity and also the key skills required in this field

I feel to go into Cybersecurity I need to have knowledge of multiple programming languages. It is a technical field. Why would someone hire a non technical person in entry level job? In manager...

Juanita, do you think someone that lacks technical cyber security skills would best served to focus in the area of cyber security assessments for suppliers to learn and build the foundation for a...

I am currently in college, but have 20 years experience in another field, how can I get HR to recognize the transition I am attempting.

I am interested in knowing what if any prior education is required, and if you don't possess that, how can you transition into a position that will allow for OJT in order to advance in this field.

interested as am a newbie with no prior knowledge

is cyber security know-how going to be a must for every technical role in the future ?