Career questions tagged cyber-security
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The best advice I have gotten when starting a new career or path is to become part of the conversation. How can I help pass this advice along?
Entering IT, I did not have a degree or background. Becoming conversational with IT, tech news, home lab projects, and nerd culture helped me learn by immersion. Fields like cybersecurity and AI require people to be immersed in information and to be connected by the culture. How can I demonstrate this to people trying to enter fields like AI, IT and cybersecurity? How can I share this idea to inspire new students/ workers or seasoned professionals? How can I apply this advice to different fields? This specific question is because I find myself often being asked "how can I get into (usually AI or cybersecurity)". As someone who is actively touching both fields but is not an expert in either, I find myself sharing news, blogposts, videos, and books on the topics. After when I try to strike up a conversation about the topic I find many of them are simply uninterested in the topics and don't want to immerse themselves into current events and breakthroughs. Many of them want a credetial and a job but are uninterested in how the field is evolving or trying to bring active change to that field. How can I inspire self learning? How can I help kids in school that are eager to grow into a field understand self motivation and self learning?
When should I say "I am familiar with"? When should I say "I am profficient at"? When can I call myself an expert or SME?
When you apply for jobs, there is usually a marker for time worked at 1-2 years, 5+ years, and 10+ years. At what point should I qualify myself as familiar, profficient, or an expert? Does having a credential help lessen the time required to be considered an expert?
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.
Besides cyber security, how exactly can I incorporate a peace and security concentration into my career? ?
With my major, I plan to concentrate on peace, security, and human rights but i'm unsure how to utilize that in my career if I have no interest in cyber security and plan to go to law school. Any ideas?
What are some of the best ways to up skill yourself as an aspiring cybersecurity professional?
I have some certifications under my belt, and have made the decision to pursue a degree in the field as well.
What is the best way to narrow an area of study in cybersecurity ?
I am interested many different fields, with many of them in the computer science industry. I have been exposed to the vast potential that a career in computer science or cybersecurity could have but I have had trouble narrowing down a specific area of interest. I have also been told by some of my teachers and family that I have potential in specific areas so identifying which one is the best for me isn't easy. Some advice on how to narrow down my field of study would be greatly appreciated.
As a 12th grader, am I destined to work as a coffee shop barista if I major in Computer Science ?
Baristas are great, but I don’t want to go to school for 4+ years to be one. Is the job market for CS fields really that bad? I've seen so many horror stories of individuals who seem qualified but can't find a job, and if they do, the work-life balance isn't favorable. This worries me because I'm really interested/passionate, but I'm not sure whether I should invest in a more "practical" field.
Is it a good idea to work in cybersecurity for the Army?
Hello, I am currently enrolled in AP Networking (and intend to take AP Cybersecurity next year). Through JROTC, I have been interested in joining ARCYBER (Army Cyber Command), and I am curious as to the qualifications and skills the Army is looking for.
Cyber-security career related questions?
Hi, am wanting to pursue a career in cyber-security. I have a project about interviewing someone in this career, so i wanted to ask some questions. 1. What inspired you to pursue a career in cyber-security? 2. What does a typical day look like in your field? 3. What kind of education or certifications are most valuable in this field? 4. What are the biggest threats or challenges you deal with daily? 5. How do you stay up to date with new security risks and technologies? 6. Can you share a memorable moment when you prevented a breach of security? 7. What soft skills are important in cyber-security, beyond technical knowledge? 8. What misconceptions do people have about cyber- security careers? 9. What advice would you give a student interested in cyber-security? 10. Where do you see the future of cyber-security heading in the next 5 to 10 years?
Technologies are developed to assist meet user needs. How would you make sure that tech meets needs without harming users
Technologies are developed to assist meet user needs. How would you make sure that tech meets needs without harming users in this era.
Explain a technology solution on how we can use technology to solve a real-problem like kids safety in school or cyber crime mostly teens and old people who does not have aware ness more on technology ?
Explain a technology solution on how we can use technology to solve a real-problem like kids safety in school or cyber crime mostly teens and old people who does not have aware ness more on technology?
How can I work in Cybersecurity for the government or military, and is it better than working for a private company?
I'm a currently a senior in highschool, I have taken AP Networking and I am currently taking AP Cybersecurity. I learned, through the recruitment officers that came to my school, that all the major branches of military have a cybersecurity program, and I am interested in learning what training or qualifications I'd need to join. I'd also like to know if I would be better off working for a private company instead of the military or government.