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  1. Seeing numerous cybersec/infosec internships requiring active degrees is disheartening! πŸ’’

    The practice seems counterproductive to a workforce hiring gap; restricting an industry to only those privileged enough to be pursuing conventional (often inadequate) degrees appears shortsighted 😑

    Self-taught individuals on par with their counterparts is obvious and proving as valuable as, if not more than, a four-year degrees in some case! πŸ’»

    If we're respecting and mutually accrediting ACCESSIBLE (pay-what-you-want & free) industry learning materials (cyber ranges, workshops, online courses, certs, etc) then why the artificial roadblock of a traditional degree? πŸ€”

    #htb #tryhack #tcmsecurity #hacking #Cybersecurity #breakingintocyber #breakintocyber #newtocyber #cyber #security #infosec #cybersecurity #hacker #CyberWorkforce #workforcegap #internships #apprenticeships #CybersecurityOpportunities #SelfTaughtInTech #FutureOfWork #CybersecurityTalentGap #InclusiveHiring

  2. Seeing numerous cybersec/infosec internships requiring active degrees is disheartening! πŸ’’

    The practice seems counterproductive to a workforce hiring gap; restricting an industry to only those privileged enough to be pursuing conventional (often inadequate) degrees appears shortsighted 😑

    Self-taught individuals on par with their counterparts is obvious and proving as valuable as, if not more than, a four-year degrees in some case! πŸ’»

    If we're respecting and mutually accrediting ACCESSIBLE (pay-what-you-want & free) industry learning materials (cyber ranges, workshops, online courses, certs, etc) then why the artificial roadblock of a traditional degree? πŸ€”

    #htb #tryhack #tcmsecurity #hacking #Cybersecurity #breakingintocyber #breakintocyber #newtocyber #cyber #security #infosec #cybersecurity #hacker #CyberWorkforce #workforcegap #internships #apprenticeships #CybersecurityOpportunities #SelfTaughtInTech #FutureOfWork #CybersecurityTalentGap #InclusiveHiring

  3. Seeing numerous cybersec/infosec internships requiring active degrees is disheartening! πŸ’’

    The practice seems counterproductive to a workforce hiring gap; restricting an industry to only those privileged enough to be pursuing conventional (often inadequate) degrees appears shortsighted 😑

    Self-taught individuals on par with their counterparts is obvious and proving as valuable as, if not more than, a four-year degrees in some case! πŸ’»

    If we're respecting and mutually accrediting ACCESSIBLE (pay-what-you-want & free) industry learning materials (cyber ranges, workshops, online courses, certs, etc) then why the artificial roadblock of a traditional degree? πŸ€”

    #htb #tryhack #tcmsecurity #hacking #Cybersecurity #breakingintocyber #breakintocyber #newtocyber #cyber #security #infosec #cybersecurity #hacker #CyberWorkforce #workforcegap #internships #apprenticeships #CybersecurityOpportunities #SelfTaughtInTech #FutureOfWork #CybersecurityTalentGap #InclusiveHiring

  4. Seeing numerous cybersec/infosec internships requiring active degrees is disheartening! πŸ’’

    The practice seems counterproductive to a workforce hiring gap; restricting an industry to only those privileged enough to be pursuing conventional (often inadequate) degrees appears shortsighted 😑

    Self-taught individuals on par with their counterparts is obvious and proving as valuable as, if not more than, a four-year degrees in some case! πŸ’»

    If we're respecting and mutually accrediting ACCESSIBLE (pay-what-you-want & free) industry learning materials (cyber ranges, workshops, online courses, certs, etc) then why the artificial roadblock of a traditional degree? πŸ€”

    #htb #tryhack #tcmsecurity #hacking #Cybersecurity #breakingintocyber #breakintocyber #newtocyber #cyber #security #infosec #cybersecurity #hacker #CyberWorkforce #workforcegap #internships #apprenticeships #CybersecurityOpportunities #SelfTaughtInTech #FutureOfWork #CybersecurityTalentGap #InclusiveHiring

  5. Seeing numerous cybersec/infosec internships requiring active degrees is disheartening! πŸ’’

    The practice seems counterproductive to a workforce hiring gap; restricting an industry to only those privileged enough to be pursuing conventional (often inadequate) degrees appears shortsighted 😑

    Self-taught individuals on par with their counterparts is obvious and proving as valuable as, if not more than, a four-year degrees in some case! πŸ’»

    If we're respecting and mutually accrediting ACCESSIBLE (pay-what-you-want & free) industry learning materials (cyber ranges, workshops, online courses, certs, etc) then why the artificial roadblock of a traditional degree? πŸ€”

    #htb #tryhack #tcmsecurity #hacking #Cybersecurity #breakingintocyber #breakintocyber #newtocyber #cyber #security #infosec #cybersecurity #hacker #CyberWorkforce #workforcegap #internships #apprenticeships #CybersecurityOpportunities #SelfTaughtInTech #FutureOfWork #CybersecurityTalentGap #InclusiveHiring

  6. πŸ”’ SANS Cybersecurity Academies just opened their applications - 100% scholarships available - GFACT, GSEC, and GCIH! Are you a diverse candidate interested in cybersecurity? SANS has a special program offering free training, opportunities to meet industry experts, and a pathway to get certified.

    Check it out here - Diversity Academy: sans.org/cyber-academy/diversi
    πŸ’» Remote learning
    πŸŽ“ Expert mentors; Real-World Projects
    πŸ“š SANS #GIAC Certification

    If you're a veteran, military spouse, or transitioning military personnel, SANS Veterans Success Academy applications are open!

    Find more details here - Veterans Success Academy: sans.org/cyber-academy/vetsucc
    πŸ“… 6-month program
    πŸŽ“ SANS OnDemand courses
    πŸ“š SANS #GIAC Certification

    The Women Immersion Academy offers a 6-month tailored cybersecurity training.

    Learn more here - Women Immersion Academy: sans.org/cyber-academy/womens-
    πŸŽ“ Free training
    πŸ’» Cyber Defense and Incident Handling expertise
    ⏰ Complete the program in as little as 4 months

    #Cybersecurity #Education #Scholarships #CareerOpportunities #DiversityInTech #veterans #WomenInTech #breakingintocyber #breakintocyber #newtocyber #students #jobs #cyber #cyberjobs #security #infosec #cybersecurity #hacker #WorkforceDevelopment #CyberWorkforce #CyberSecurityWorkforceGap #sans #sansinstitute

  7. πŸ”’ SANS Cybersecurity Academies just opened their applications - 100% scholarships available - GFACT, GSEC, and GCIH! Are you a diverse candidate interested in cybersecurity? SANS has a special program offering free training, opportunities to meet industry experts, and a pathway to get certified.

    Check it out here - Diversity Academy: sans.org/cyber-academy/diversi
    πŸ’» Remote learning
    πŸŽ“ Expert mentors; Real-World Projects
    πŸ“š SANS #GIAC Certification

    If you're a veteran, military spouse, or transitioning military personnel, SANS Veterans Success Academy applications are open!

    Find more details here - Veterans Success Academy: sans.org/cyber-academy/vetsucc
    πŸ“… 6-month program
    πŸŽ“ SANS OnDemand courses
    πŸ“š SANS #GIAC Certification

    The Women Immersion Academy offers a 6-month tailored cybersecurity training.

    Learn more here - Women Immersion Academy: sans.org/cyber-academy/womens-
    πŸŽ“ Free training
    πŸ’» Cyber Defense and Incident Handling expertise
    ⏰ Complete the program in as little as 4 months

    #Cybersecurity #Education #Scholarships #CareerOpportunities #DiversityInTech #veterans #WomenInTech #breakingintocyber #breakintocyber #newtocyber #students #jobs #cyber #cyberjobs #security #infosec #cybersecurity #hacker #WorkforceDevelopment #CyberWorkforce #CyberSecurityWorkforceGap #sans #sansinstitute

  8. πŸ”’ SANS Cybersecurity Academies just opened their applications - 100% scholarships available - GFACT, GSEC, and GCIH! Are you a diverse candidate interested in cybersecurity? SANS has a special program offering free training, opportunities to meet industry experts, and a pathway to get certified.

    Check it out here - Diversity Academy: sans.org/cyber-academy/diversi
    πŸ’» Remote learning
    πŸŽ“ Expert mentors; Real-World Projects
    πŸ“š SANS #GIAC Certification

    If you're a veteran, military spouse, or transitioning military personnel, SANS Veterans Success Academy applications are open!

    Find more details here - Veterans Success Academy: sans.org/cyber-academy/vetsucc
    πŸ“… 6-month program
    πŸŽ“ SANS OnDemand courses
    πŸ“š SANS #GIAC Certification

    The Women Immersion Academy offers a 6-month tailored cybersecurity training.

    Learn more here - Women Immersion Academy: sans.org/cyber-academy/womens-
    πŸŽ“ Free training
    πŸ’» Cyber Defense and Incident Handling expertise
    ⏰ Complete the program in as little as 4 months

    #Cybersecurity #Education #Scholarships #CareerOpportunities #DiversityInTech #veterans #WomenInTech #breakingintocyber #breakintocyber #newtocyber #students #jobs #cyber #cyberjobs #security #infosec #cybersecurity #hacker #WorkforceDevelopment #CyberWorkforce #CyberSecurityWorkforceGap #sans #sansinstitute

  9. πŸ”’ SANS Cybersecurity Academies just opened their applications - 100% scholarships available - GFACT, GSEC, and GCIH! Are you a diverse candidate interested in cybersecurity? SANS has a special program offering free training, opportunities to meet industry experts, and a pathway to get certified.

    Check it out here - Diversity Academy: sans.org/cyber-academy/diversi
    πŸ’» Remote learning
    πŸŽ“ Expert mentors; Real-World Projects
    πŸ“š SANS #GIAC Certification

    If you're a veteran, military spouse, or transitioning military personnel, SANS Veterans Success Academy applications are open!

    Find more details here - Veterans Success Academy: sans.org/cyber-academy/vetsucc
    πŸ“… 6-month program
    πŸŽ“ SANS OnDemand courses
    πŸ“š SANS #GIAC Certification

    The Women Immersion Academy offers a 6-month tailored cybersecurity training.

    Learn more here - Women Immersion Academy: sans.org/cyber-academy/womens-
    πŸŽ“ Free training
    πŸ’» Cyber Defense and Incident Handling expertise
    ⏰ Complete the program in as little as 4 months

    #Cybersecurity #Education #Scholarships #CareerOpportunities #DiversityInTech #veterans #WomenInTech #breakingintocyber #breakintocyber #newtocyber #students #jobs #cyber #cyberjobs #security #infosec #cybersecurity #hacker #WorkforceDevelopment #CyberWorkforce #CyberSecurityWorkforceGap #sans #sansinstitute

  10. πŸ”’ SANS Cybersecurity Academies just opened their applications - 100% scholarships available - GFACT, GSEC, and GCIH! Are you a diverse candidate interested in cybersecurity? SANS has a special program offering free training, opportunities to meet industry experts, and a pathway to get certified.

    Check it out here - Diversity Academy: sans.org/cyber-academy/diversi
    πŸ’» Remote learning
    πŸŽ“ Expert mentors; Real-World Projects
    πŸ“š SANS #GIAC Certification

    If you're a veteran, military spouse, or transitioning military personnel, SANS Veterans Success Academy applications are open!

    Find more details here - Veterans Success Academy: sans.org/cyber-academy/vetsucc
    πŸ“… 6-month program
    πŸŽ“ SANS OnDemand courses
    πŸ“š SANS #GIAC Certification

    The Women Immersion Academy offers a 6-month tailored cybersecurity training.

    Learn more here - Women Immersion Academy: sans.org/cyber-academy/womens-
    πŸŽ“ Free training
    πŸ’» Cyber Defense and Incident Handling expertise
    ⏰ Complete the program in as little as 4 months

    #Cybersecurity #Education #Scholarships #CareerOpportunities #DiversityInTech #veterans #WomenInTech #breakingintocyber #breakintocyber #newtocyber #students #jobs #cyber #cyberjobs #security #infosec #cybersecurity #hacker #WorkforceDevelopment #CyberWorkforce #CyberSecurityWorkforceGap #sans #sansinstitute

  11. I'm sure everyone's seen the 'hiring gaps' and layoffs but what's been your experience getting an infosec/cybersecurity/hacker job? Did you transition careers? What's the good, bad, ugly, roadblocks, whatever?

    2023 Global Cybersec Workforce = 5,452,732 βœ…

    2023 Global Cybersec Workforce Gap = 3,999,964 ❌

    - What got you interested in infosec/cybersecurity/hacking gigs?

    - What's your 'why' for selecting this industry?

    - Any crazy hurdles or frustrating moments?

    - How are you learning the ropes, especially if you came from a completely different background?

    - Any specific training that helped you on your way?

    - What have interviews been like?

    - Anything weird that you never expected? Did your expectations match the industry?

    - How's the job market for these roles?

    Most importantly....what would have made the process easier? For research purposes exclusively πŸ˜…

    #breakingintocyber #breakintocyber #newtocyber #students #jobs #cyber #cyberjobs #security #infosec #cybersecurity #hacker #NAW #ApprenticeshipWeek #WorkforceDevelopment #CyberWorkforce #apprenticeships #naw2023 #nationalapprenticeshipweek2023 #nist #nistframework #CyberSecurityWorkforceGap #infosecjobs

  12. I'm sure everyone's seen the 'hiring gaps' and layoffs but what's been your experience getting an infosec/cybersecurity/hacker job? Did you transition careers? What's the good, bad, ugly, roadblocks, whatever?

    2023 Global Cybersec Workforce = 5,452,732 βœ…

    2023 Global Cybersec Workforce Gap = 3,999,964 ❌

    - What got you interested in infosec/cybersecurity/hacking gigs?

    - What's your 'why' for selecting this industry?

    - Any crazy hurdles or frustrating moments?

    - How are you learning the ropes, especially if you came from a completely different background?

    - Any specific training that helped you on your way?

    - What have interviews been like?

    - Anything weird that you never expected? Did your expectations match the industry?

    - How's the job market for these roles?

    Most importantly....what would have made the process easier? For research purposes exclusively πŸ˜…

    #breakingintocyber #breakintocyber #newtocyber #students #jobs #cyber #cyberjobs #security #infosec #cybersecurity #hacker #NAW #ApprenticeshipWeek #WorkforceDevelopment #CyberWorkforce #apprenticeships #naw2023 #nationalapprenticeshipweek2023 #nist #nistframework #CyberSecurityWorkforceGap #infosecjobs

  13. I'm sure everyone's seen the 'hiring gaps' and layoffs but what's been your experience getting an infosec/cybersecurity/hacker job? Did you transition careers? What's the good, bad, ugly, roadblocks, whatever?

    2023 Global Cybersec Workforce = 5,452,732 βœ…

    2023 Global Cybersec Workforce Gap = 3,999,964 ❌

    - What got you interested in infosec/cybersecurity/hacking gigs?

    - What's your 'why' for selecting this industry?

    - Any crazy hurdles or frustrating moments?

    - How are you learning the ropes, especially if you came from a completely different background?

    - Any specific training that helped you on your way?

    - What have interviews been like?

    - Anything weird that you never expected? Did your expectations match the industry?

    - How's the job market for these roles?

    Most importantly....what would have made the process easier? For research purposes exclusively πŸ˜…

    #breakingintocyber #breakintocyber #newtocyber #students #jobs #cyber #cyberjobs #security #infosec #cybersecurity #hacker #NAW #ApprenticeshipWeek #WorkforceDevelopment #CyberWorkforce #apprenticeships #naw2023 #nationalapprenticeshipweek2023 #nist #nistframework #CyberSecurityWorkforceGap #infosecjobs

  14. I'm sure everyone's seen the 'hiring gaps' and layoffs but what's been your experience getting an infosec/cybersecurity/hacker job? Did you transition careers? What's the good, bad, ugly, roadblocks, whatever?

    2023 Global Cybersec Workforce = 5,452,732 βœ…

    2023 Global Cybersec Workforce Gap = 3,999,964 ❌

    - What got you interested in infosec/cybersecurity/hacking gigs?

    - What's your 'why' for selecting this industry?

    - Any crazy hurdles or frustrating moments?

    - How are you learning the ropes, especially if you came from a completely different background?

    - Any specific training that helped you on your way?

    - What have interviews been like?

    - Anything weird that you never expected? Did your expectations match the industry?

    - How's the job market for these roles?

    Most importantly....what would have made the process easier? For research purposes exclusively πŸ˜…

    #breakingintocyber #breakintocyber #newtocyber #students #jobs #cyber #cyberjobs #security #infosec #cybersecurity #hacker #NAW #ApprenticeshipWeek #WorkforceDevelopment #CyberWorkforce #apprenticeships #naw2023 #nationalapprenticeshipweek2023 #nist #nistframework #CyberSecurityWorkforceGap #infosecjobs

  15. I'm sure everyone's seen the 'hiring gaps' and layoffs but what's been your experience getting an infosec/cybersecurity/hacker job? Did you transition careers? What's the good, bad, ugly, roadblocks, whatever?

    2023 Global Cybersec Workforce = 5,452,732 βœ…

    2023 Global Cybersec Workforce Gap = 3,999,964 ❌

    - What got you interested in infosec/cybersecurity/hacking gigs?

    - What's your 'why' for selecting this industry?

    - Any crazy hurdles or frustrating moments?

    - How are you learning the ropes, especially if you came from a completely different background?

    - Any specific training that helped you on your way?

    - What have interviews been like?

    - Anything weird that you never expected? Did your expectations match the industry?

    - How's the job market for these roles?

    Most importantly....what would have made the process easier? For research purposes exclusively πŸ˜…

    #breakingintocyber #breakintocyber #newtocyber #students #jobs #cyber #cyberjobs #security #infosec #cybersecurity #hacker #NAW #ApprenticeshipWeek #WorkforceDevelopment #CyberWorkforce #apprenticeships #naw2023 #nationalapprenticeshipweek2023 #nist #nistframework #CyberSecurityWorkforceGap #infosecjobs