Career questions tagged cyber-security
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What other strengths or experiences might I need for cyber-security
What other strengths or experiences might I need for cyber-security
Would you recommend someone interested in Cyber Security to learn Networking first?
I'm a 16 year old in a High School dual enrollment program at Prince George's County Community College. I want to get into Cyber Security, and I plan to major it later down the line for my undergraduate, but a lot of my research shows that getting into networking, and learning fundamentals in networking is imperative before doing cyber security. I hope to reach out to some professionals in Cyber Security, and I want to ask you, if you were in my position, what would you do to become successful in the Cyber Security industry?
how technology may play a central role as you imagine your future including education, hobbies, career?
how technology may play a central role as you imagine your future including education, hobbies, career
I'm 16 and have nothing going for myself, what should I do?
I finally figured out that I want to major cybersecurity in college. I do believe I would find joy in that career as it uses a mix of networking and security. However, currently I'm unemployed and making no money for myself. Granted, I'm grateful for how I'm living now (I'm well taken care of) and very healthy which I'm grateful for, I lack financially. I've made about 70 applications to fast food chains, grocery stores, and other places in which none of them accepted me (or I didn't hear back from) Do you have any advice?
I'm lost , please help me to find a way?
i'm in 2nd yr of private uni , and i want to do something which is actually , a student should do in 2nd yr. till now i focused on academics only but now i want to work on my skills, but i'm so confused right now, and i don't have much knowedge about languages(programming) and all these (tech) things, the onlt thing i'm good at is speaking , please guide me, and please tell me about cybersecurity also
What classes should I take for cyber security in high school?
I'm a little limited as I'm a junior, so I would like to know the most important class I should take.
can i do a hybrid for example a BBA in business management and have certificates in cybersecurity and get into a job or career path in QA/QC or anything similar to that i am okay with having to do a desk job or anything because from what ik the bachelors is good but experience is alot more better?
i have already passed in high school i did my last 2 final years in stem i am traumatized by it and want to study in anything but stem but i am okay with cyber security a lil unsure abt computer science because i am scared if i will relapse from all of my past traumas i faced while also studying science i have sort of healed from all of this with only friends and family and not by an actual therapist so i am taking extra precautions by not studying specifically bio, psy, phy and chem and i wanna actually learn and benefit from business and cybersecurity especially with my own future dreams of owning a business or so on and so forth.
How can I prepare during high school to become a successful AI Security Engineer?
I am a driven high school student with a deep passion for technology, language, and continuous self-improvement. My primary ambition is to become an AI Security Engineer, focusing on securing intelligent systems and building safe, ethical technology. Beyond my technical goals, I am an active digital creator running web design and voiceover projects, and I love challenging my mind through logic games, public speaking, and learning languages like French, German, and English. To maintain balance, I stay physically active through martial arts, swimming, and team sports, while feeding my creative side through web novel writing, astronomy, and media. Whether I am solving complex problems, building a project, or picking up a new skill, I approach everything with curiosity, focus, and a drive to excel.
What is it like to work in the Tech field? Is working in the Tech field boring? What's the starting salary? Could you work from home?
My goal is to major in AI engineering and computer science with a minor of cyber security. But I would also like a remote job if that's possible.
How can I get industry exposure (Internship) in my 2nd or 3rd year of engineering and what are the skills to be learnt from my 1st year of engineering ?
currently pursuing BE (CSE) in 1st year
what can i start and how ?
I was doing bachelors in computer science but after few semesters due to some reasons i left the university and started focusing on my buiseness that failed but now i want to gain good grip on tech from where can i start
What are the possible job titles in the cybersecurity industry?
Job titles #spring26
What should I be looking forward to learning in the future in terms of cyber-security?
I know that I'd like to go down the cyber-security path, but I want to look at stuff ahead of time. Especially this upcoming summer, since I have free time.
What internships should I be looming at for after my freshman year When choosing a job that may cause you to travel what are the most important factors you should weigh in? #Spring26?
As I enter my freshman year, I know there are plenty of scholarships after your sophomore, but I wanted to find some for my freshman year and was wondering where I could find more of those. I also was considering doing a governmental position in cybersecurity which may cause me to travel and was wondering what factors I need to weigh in, especially due to family.
Will AI take over cybersecurity jobs?
How likely is it that cybersecurity jobs will be taken over by AI Is it still advisable to start a career-path in this field and how best to go about it? I am in 7th grade in Switzerland and start my career selection next year and am not sure if this is a good direction or not.
Will I be able to develop the skills that will keeps me competitive in the cybersecurity field with the increased use of AI #Spring26?
Where do I begin with my own research in my future career field?
As an undergraduate in computer science what advice would you recommend to others and what key concepts are important to understand further down the road?
I am a sophomore undergrad majoring in computer science with a concentration in cybersecurity. My current college only offers a 2-year transfer pathway for my major, and I will ultimately have to go somewhere else. I live in a small, growing town, and the idea of transferring to bigger cities is daunting, so I'm seeking advice from people who have also experienced this.
Best free hands on experience in cyber security ?
Need 2026 USA verified updated resources please.
How do you keep up with tech + AI moving so fast?
How do you keep up with the pace of change in tech, especially with AI reshaping jobs and expectations? How do I stay 'relevant' ? Things I learned at school might already be outdated ? It's challenging to stay optimistic about the future ... What skills or mindset have actually mattered most long-term? Every single day new AI tools or terms emerge, it's anxiety-inducing and overwhelming to be honest. I do enjoy learning new things but it's impossible to pick up new things at such rapid speed Would love to hear advice from all industries ! Appreciate your time and insights !!
What are applications of cybersecurity solutions?
I’m trying to find the most suitable cybersecurity solutions for my organization, but after going through many websites and resources, I feel more confused than before. A friend recommended I ask here, so I’d really appreciate any suggestions for a trustworthy platform.
How is the role of cybersecurity analysts changing?
HS sophomore, researching It careers.
What is the most Important soft skill for a Cybersecurity Analyst ?
i would also like to know why it is important and how it is used in the workplace, please and thank you.
what are the steps to becoming a cybersecurity analyst?
like what did you do to get in this field
What Jobs did you do to become a Cybersecurity Analyst?
Did you get a raise from your other job? Did you start off as a cybersecurity analyst?
How would I know if I'll be content in the future with the major/program I choose ?
Tech has my attention, but how can i know what i want to excess in without having much experience in the field. #fall25
What is the best advice for a computer science major who is unsure about which field to pursue (cybersecurity, software engineer, etc)? #fall25
I am a sophomore in college at Saint Joseph's University, and I declared my major last spring. I am unsure what I want to do with my degree at the moment.
What's the hardest challenge you have faced in cyber security when starting out?
Credentials, certificates, credibility
What should I be putting my time towards right now?
As a 12th grader who hopes to pursue a degree and career in cybersecurity, what are a few important skills someone in my position should be developing right now for them to have a smoother transition into their college/career? #Fall25
What does your daily routine look like?
At school, I researched professions I would like to pursue. I chose cybersecurity in general; one of the questions was: "What does a typical workday look like in this profession?" I wondered what an average day is like for people who work in the field of cybersecurity.