Navigating the Cybersecurity Career Path

A detailed blueprint to beginning and advancing your cybersecurity career

Finding the perfect position in the field of cybersecurity can be extremely challenging. Several obstacles lie in the way of those seeking to enter—or to advance in—this coveted area of work. And while many possess the technical skills to contribute effectively to a cybersecurity team, many also lack the career-management knowledge necessary to begin or further a career in this area.

In Navigating the Cybersecurity Career Path, seasoned cybersecurity executive and leader Helen Patton delivers a practical and insightful roadmap for aspiring and practicing cybersecurity professionals hoping to advance their careers. The book offers readers succinct explanations of how and why the cybersecurity industry’s approach to hiring and promotion is unique and how to use this knowledge to succeed in the field. It also discusses how to progress from an entry-level position in the industry to a more senior position leading security teams and programs.

Perfect for anyone with an interest in joining the cybersecurity profession, Navigating the Cybersecurity Career Path also belongs on the bookshelves of practicing cybersecurity professionals seeking to advance their careers or lead cyber teams. The book also includes:

• Advice for every stage of the cybersecurity career arc
• Guidance on how to apply the book’s insights to your own particular circumstances
• Information regarding where to look for personalized cybersecurity career help
• A unique perspective based on the personal experiences of a non-traditional cybersecurity leader
• Instructions on how to move from single contributor to team leader, and how to build a security program from scratch