Security News > 2023 > February > Get hired in cybersecurity: Expert tips for job seekers

Still, getting a job in cybersecurity tends to take time and effort.

In this Help Net Security interview, Joseph Cooper, Cybersecurity Recruiter at Aspiron Search, offers practical advice for job seekers and talks about how the cybersecurity profession continues to expand.

Despite a significant cybersecurity skills gap, getting an entry-level job is difficult.

We typically break cybersecurity into 16 category specialisms, so when you identify which area you would like to work in, for example, security testing or security operations, you can move on to my second piece of advice - here are the 16 specialisms.

One of my clients, a leading OT security player, don't give a damn about education or certifications they believe if you are the best person for the job you are getting hired regardless of academic backgrounds and number of certifications.

What steps should job seekers take to effectively prepare for a cybersecurity job interview?

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https://www.helpnetsecurity.com/2023/02/14/get-hired-in-cybersecurity-expert-tips-for-job-seekers/