Entry-Level Positions for Aspiring Information Security Professionals
Entry-level security roles such as "Junior SOC analysts" and "Junior compliance analysts" offer direct entry points into the field; however, a more common path involves gaining a technical skillset through roles in systems engineering, systems administration, or computer science, then pivoting to security projects and eventually full-time security work.
Cybersecurity, Entry-Level Jobs, Systems Administration, Technical Skills, Career Pivoting
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Phillip Chang
Senior Director - Information Security
CarParts.com
Michigan State University - 2007
UCLA Anderson MBA
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Automotive & Auto Parts
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Took Out Loans, Worked 20+ Hours in School, Greek Life Member
Video Highlights
1. Many entry-level security positions exist, such as Junior SOC Analyst and Junior Compliance Analyst.
2. A common path is gaining a technical role and then pivoting to security projects within the company.
3. Security is a specialization of systems engineering, systems administration, or computer science, allowing for various entry points into the field.
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What entry-level positions are there in this field that an undergraduate college student might consider?
Security is a specialization within systems engineering, systems administration, or computer science in general. You can start in any technical field and then pivot into security.
There are a couple of entry-level security positions, like Junior SOC analysts. These roles involve reviewing alerts and offer a direct entry into the field.
Another entry point is Junior Compliance Analysts, who ensure organizations adhere to policies and procedures. This is also a way to get into the industry.
However, the more common path is to first acquire a technical skill set and secure a technical role. You can then begin working on security projects within your company and eventually transition to full-time security work.
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