Significant Career Lesson From an Enterprise Account Executive at a Cybersecurity Startup
Shawn, an Enterprise Account Executive at a cybersecurity startup, highlights the significant shortage of early-career professionals in the field, stating that "there are so many roles in this industry." The best approach for undergraduate students, according to Shawn, is to research roles on LinkedIn and directly contact individuals in desired departments to explore entry-level opportunities.
Cybersecurity, Entry-Level Jobs, Networking, Career Paths, Job Search Strategies
Advizer Information
Name
Job Title
Company
Undergrad
Grad Programs
Majors
Industries
Job Functions
Traits
Shawn Sullivan
Enterprise Account Executive
Cybersecurity Startup
University of Arizona
N/A
Business Management & Admin
Technology
Sales and Client Management
Scholarship Recipient, Took Out Loans, Greek Life Member
Video Highlights
1. Numerous entry-level cybersecurity positions exist due to high industry demand.
2. Both technical and non-technical roles are available for early-career professionals.
3. Networking and directly reaching out to professionals on LinkedIn is encouraged to explore opportunities and learn about specific roles.
Transcript
What entry-level positions in this field might an undergraduate college student consider?
There are a lot of positions. I think that cybersecurity is one of the largest shortages and the biggest gap in what we need in this industry. It's definitely on the front end of the market, which is the early career folks.
The biggest thing that I would say is, whether you're technical or non-technical, there are so many roles in our industry. LinkedIn is a great source, and there are other great sources for finding out what's available.
I would say go look at the roles. Go look at who might be in that department at a company and reach out to them. Ask them if there's something that you could apply for. That would be the best way. There are so many roles in this industry.