What Type Of Person Thrives In The Cybersecurity Industry, According To A Senior Cybersecurity Analyst At Aleta Technologies
Success in the cybersecurity industry hinges on a "willingness to learn and fail," embracing continuous growth and not fearing the unknown, as Ian from Aleta Technologies Inc. notes. This involves actively seeking help, confidently tackling new challenges, and maintaining a positive, fun-filled approach throughout the learning process.
Problem-Solving, Resilience, Communication, Motivation, Learning Agility
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Ian Knutson
Senior Cybersecurity Analyst
Aleta Technologies Inc.
University of Arizona 2015
Western Governors University Masters of Science Cybersecurity and Information Assurance
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Video Highlights
1. A willingness to learn and fail is crucial for success in cybersecurity. The field is vast and constantly evolving, so continuous learning is essential.
2. Contrary to popular belief, a background in hacking or extensive coding is not required to thrive in cybersecurity. People with diverse skill sets can find fulfilling careers in this field.
3. It's important to be confident in seeking help from colleagues and using that knowledge to build one’s skills and tackle new challenges independently. This iterative learning process is key to success.
Transcript
How would you describe people who typically thrive in this industry?
It's a willingness to learn and a willingness to fail, and to continue on. This industry, and cybersecurity in general, can be pretty daunting.
There are many different facets and elements of cybersecurity. Someone looking to go into cybersecurity doesn't need to be a hacker. You don't need to be breaking into things, ethically or unethically.
You don't have to be a coder, and you don't need to know the ins and outs of everything. You can go in and learn, and that's what helps somebody thrive.
Even though it seems daunting, whatever piece you fall into, or even just jobs in general, don't be scared if you don't know something. Don't be scared to ask your coworker for help.
Then, take that knowledge and be confident in yourself to take on the next task by yourself, to try to fail, to learn. This constant cycle is something I've seen not only in my personal and professional career but in life in general.
So, my advice to somebody is to constantly learn. It's okay to fail. Reward yourself for the work that you've done. Don't take things too seriously, and also try to have fun as much as you can.