Career questions tagged cybersecurity
How do I get started in CyberSecurity?
I am an incoming college freshman who is pursuing a degree in cybersecurity. What skills am I going to need? What are experts looking for when hiring?
What advice do you have for someone pursuing a career in cybersecurity How can I best prepare for internships and entry-level roles while still in school??
What certifications or skills should I focus on to stand out as a cybersecurity intern during college?
What are some good certifications for a cybersecurity major that can help me increase my chances of an internship ?
I have gone to community college and taken the Google cybersecurity certificate. I am in the process of completing the CompTIA Sec+ as well. I am struggling to find any internships that will consider my little knowledge and skills.
How will I know if I’m choosing the right major for what I want to do long-term?
I'm going into cybersecurity and I really enjoy it, but I'm not sure if its the best for me. #spring25
Is ther any high school internships pertaining to cybersecurity ?
Hi my name is Srivas and I am a junior at Coppell High School. I wanted to write this message in hopes of finding any internship and hands on experience in the cybersecurity industry.
What is the most challenging part of studying for the cybersecurity career?
Please explain how this challenge was overcome over the time of studying cybersecurity.
What entry-level roles or internships can I pursue to break into the computer science industry after college #Spring25?
I'm a community college student transferring to finish my degree.
I’m a 12th grader planning to go to college first and possibly join the military afterward to gain experience and security clearance for a cybersecurity career. What’s the best major or minor to pair with cybersecurity to stay competitive long-term, especially with how fast AI and cloud technology are growing?
I’m trying to future-proof my career in cybersecurity and stay ahead as the tech world keeps changing. I want to know what minors or related fields would actually add long-term value — whether that’s AI, cloud computing, data science, or something else. I just don’t want to waste time on something that won’t matter a few years from now.
What are the best steps to becoming a part of the cyber crimes unit in law enforcement ?
What is the day to day jobs of someone in digital forensics
As someone interested in pursuing a career in cyber-security, I'm curious about what daily work actually looks like. Do cyber-security professionals typically work alone or as part of a team How are tasks usually assigned, do they involve long-term projects that last for months, or are there more short-term, fast-paced assignments? I’d like to understand what the workflow and collaboration style is like in this field. #Spring25?
I'm a senior in high school and planning to major in computer science or cybersecurity in college. I really enjoy math-related classes like Pre-Calculus, Algebra, and Robotics, and I’m good with technology. I also like programming, building robots, and playing video games in my free time. As someone interested in a cyber-security career, I'm wondering what the actual work environment is like. Do professionals in this field usually work on teams or more independently? Are cyber-security projects typically long-term (spanning months) or more short and fast-paced? I’d love to understand what a typical workflow looks like in this field.
What info can you give me about cyber security?
I'm going to collage to study cyber security and information about what I'm getting into is great.
How to break into the Cybersecurity industry once I graduate with a Bachelor's in Computer Science?
How can I start networking within my industry to get into the field of Cybersecurity? I'm looking to become a Cybersecurity Engineer at some point. I'm currently a Junior, and I should be graduating in Fall 2026 or Spring 2027. #Spring2025
How do I gain enough experience and confidence in cybersecurity while still in college to stand out in such a competitive and fast-evolving field?
High school Senior #Spring25
What are some ways to find and have a good chance at landing Cybersecurity internships that will give me meaningful and practical experience ?
I am planning on pursuing a career in the Cybersecurity or Criminology fields, or both, once I graduate with my Bachelors in both.
How do I find summer internships in Cybersecurity?
I am a second-year student studying Cybersecurity as my major. I would like to find suitable internship opportunities for the summer, but I do not know where to search. It seems most positions I find are only for other computer-science fields (e.g software engineering).
What path should I take for Cybersecurity?
I recently started my associate's for cybersecurity. I started this semester. haven't even gotten to an cyber type classes yet. I need a job, and I want to start cyber security as soon as possible. Should I be taking a certification course? Will the cert even help with landing a job? If so, which course should I be taking? What jobs should I be applying for at that point?
Is CISSP certification for the governance side of cybersecurity and Security+ for the technology aspect?
Is CISSP certification for the governance aspect of cybersecurity certifications and Security+ is for the technology side?
What is the roadmap to a cybersecurity/FinTech CISO position?
I'm a 12th-grade student committed to Texas A&M, where I plan to major in Computer Science with a Cybersecurity Track, minor in Finance and/or the new AI minor, and possibly return for an MBA after gaining industry experience. My goal is to build a career in cybersecurity and eventually become a Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) in the FinTech sector. What certifications, key experience milestones, and networking strategies would you recommend for this path?
What was the hardest and crucial part about becoming a Cybersecurity Specialist ? #Spring25
What was the hardest and crucial part about becoming a Cybersecurity Specialist? #Spring25
I am interested in doing cybersecurity work but am not majored in it, and only have a concentration. How realistic is it to do this work in my future What can i do to get there? ?
I am interested in doing cybersecurity work but am not majored in it, and only have a concentration. How realistic is it to do this work in my future? What can i do to get there?
How do I network with myself to obtain an entry level position in Cybersecurity?
I'm interested in perusing a career in cybersecurity, and I plan to get the appropriate certifications soon (e.g CompTIA Security+, CEH, etc) but as I was researching I kept seeing the common pattern of "a friend of a friend got me access to this position", I don't interact with people outside of my family and really tight friend group. I want to try working for an international company one day, how do I connect with others?
Seeking Advice: Essential Skills for a Cybersecurity Internship.?
I'm currently preparing to secure a cybersecurity internship and would love to hear from industry professionals and fellow enthusiasts. What are all the skills—both technical and soft—that you believe are essential to crack a cybersecurity internship? I'm particularly interested in learning about: Technical competencies (e.g., networking, programming, vulnerability assessment) Soft skills (e.g., communication, analytical thinking, adaptability) Any certifications or continuous learning resources you recommend Your insights and advice will be greatly appreciated as I work to build a strong foundation in this dynamic field. Thank you in advance for your support! Best regards, Aryan
How should I choose between medicine and aerospace engineering?
How should I choose between medicine and aerospace engineering as a course that I should pursue in university?
Explain the role of programming in cybersecurity?
I am a Tertiary student and I need help with this in order to understand more about Cybersecurity and Programming. Thank you.
How to get a 100% remote cybersecurity job as a fresh college graduate? How to develop those skills and I have 0 years of experience
Hi everyone, I’m Vidhi, and I’m about to graduate from OSU Ecampus with a degree in Computer Science. As we all know, the job market is tough right now, especially for fresh graduates without strong industry experience. I’m very interested in securing a 100% remote cybersecurity role since there are no tech companies near me, and I prefer not to relocate. I understand that referrals and LinkedIn networking are key, but I also want to build the right skills and earn certifications that will make a strong impression on recruiters and increase my chances of getting hired. Any advice on the best skills to focus on or the most valuable cybersecurity certifications for entry-level roles? Which is better hackthebox or tryhackme. Are they even worth it? Do recruiters care?
Hi! I'm confused between two major fields. How do i choose what to pursue?
Hi ! I am nearing the end of my degree in computer science in college and im quite confused on what path to take. I don't enjoy development but these days cybersecurity interests me however it is very technical and I'd need further specialization before i get a job in it. On the other hand, i took a ui-ux elective and i find it rather appealing. Now im confused. which path to take? what would suit me more and where would i fit in with my skillset? how do i decide that? I love solving puzzles and the mystery and allure that comes with cybersecurity yet at the same time, the humanization and creativity outlet in ui-ux is also very very appealing.
How to get internship for IT / network administration
How do I get an entry level position in network administration or Information technology? I'm studying for the compTIA A+ cert but don't think it will do me much help.
What cybersecurity programs/software can I start practicing right now while I wait for my advanced training to begin in the fall of 2025?
Are there any free courses online I can begin today so I can start to familiarize myself with the required material?
How stressful is it being in Cybersecurity?
I'm thinking about doing a cybersecurity trade at my local JobCorp center. What stressors are present in the regular day-to-day life working in this field?
What other careers did you consider before committing to Cybersecurity?
This is an important question for me as I'm unsure if I want to dedicate my time to cybersecurity as I have no prior knowledge of this subject.