Talent and Leadership
Breaking In and Standing Out: Practical Steps to Start a Cyber Security Career
Tuesday, June 23, 2026 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Description
This session provides a clear and practical look at how to start a career in cyber security across roles such as SOC operations, GRC, penetration testing, incident response, threat hunting, application security and other roles. The focus is on steps that help candidates stand out in a competitive job market, including building hands on experience, developing a visible presence in the community, and creating a personal narrative that hiring managers can easily understand. The session highlights how small projects, meetups, conferences, and practical curiosity can generate career momentum, even without prior industry experience. Examples drawn from physical security concepts and modern social engineering techniques illustrate how genuine interest can evolve into demonstrable skill. Attendees will gain actionable guidance to strengthen their job search and improve their chances of being noticed and hired.
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