This week on The Cyber Revolution Podcast, Adam Hewitt, CEO of Cyber Revolution, is joined by Joan Amudu, a former superstar student who successfully landed her first cybersecurity role with a large multinational organization.

Joan shares her inspiring journey from having an IT background but being intimidated by cybersecurity, to taking the leap and pursuing a new career path after a professional break of nearly four years. She discusses how she overcame self-doubt, leveraged her existing skills, and embraced the growth mindset that ultimately helped her secure her exciting new position.

If you're considering a career change into cybersecurity or feeling intimidated by the industry, Joan's story provides valuable insights and encouragement that will help you take that first step.

What You'll Learn:

• Why cybersecurity initially felt "intimidating" and "out of reach" for Joan, despite her IT background
• How a 3-4 year career gap affected her confidence and what helped her bridge that gap
• The importance of industry-standard certifications like Network+ and Security+ in landing interviews
• Why the "growth mindset" was crucial in her job interviews and ultimately helped her secure the role
• The value of having structured support with job placements and interview preparation
• How Joan approached the recruitment process for her cybersecurity role
• Her top three tips for anyone considering a career change into cybersecurity

Chapters:

00:00 - Welcome to the Cyber Revolution Podcast

02:16 - Joan's Journey to Cybersecurity

04:30 - From IT Tech to Career Transition

06:45 - Breaking Cybersecurity Misconceptions

08:33 - Landing the First Cybersecurity Role

10:00 - The Interview Process and Preparation

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