Entry-level myth busting
So far, many aspects of the cybersecurity job market have been analyzed to give you a holistic and just view of its current trends. However, if you are a newbie to this field and still have some doubts, don't worry – let's bust some cybersecurity entry-level myths:
- You must be technical to enter the cybersecurity field: This is one of the common misunderstandings in this field. In fact, cybersecurity contains lots of individuals who transitioned from different fields, many of which were non-technical. Like I mentioned in Chapter 2, Which Career Field Is Best for You?, and in this chapter, employers look for people with an eager to learn and positive attitude to work with, which in many situations outweighs years of experience. Skills can be learned over time, so if you are new to the field, just keep learning and improving your knowledge, and opportunities will come along. Cybersecurity welcomes people with different backgrounds, skill...
