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EPISODE · Jul 26, 2025 · 1H 36M

Cybersecurity Career Path: From Zero to CISO | Live Q&A with Industry Expert

from The Wake UP X Solutions - Securing Tomorrow, Empowering Today with Efren L. Salazar · host Efren Salazar

🚨 Replay: LIVE Cybersecurity Podcast!Curious about breaking into cybersecurity or becoming a CISO? Tune in for an insightful Q&A with a cybersecurity expert, educator, and advisor who shares his career journey from tech engineer to CISO, professor, and ISACA chapter president.💬 What You'll Learn:• How to start a cybersecurity career with no degree or certifications• The key differences between technical and non-technical CISO roles• Why volunteering, networking, and mentorship are game-changers• The top certifications to pursue (ISACA, ISC2, PMI, etc.)• How AI is reshaping cybersecurity (Red Team, Blue Team, SOC)• The state of the job market: Entry-level cybersecurity jobs in 2025• Leveraging LinkedIn and industry groups like ISACA to boost your career🎓 Guest Highlights:• 30+ years of experience across IT, healthcare, education, and government• Founded a business-focused cybersecurity graduate program• Holds over 50 certifications in risk, privacy, audit, and security• President of ISACA Sacramento and FBI Citizens Academy Alum🎯 Who Should Watch:Aspiring cybersecurity pros, IT professionals looking to switch gears, students, and anyone interested in how AI and cybersecurity are shaping the future.🔔 Don't miss future live sessions, career advice, and cybersecurity insights—subscribe now!Spotify Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/28GZnRBrIV2efHOhZdifttApple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wake-up-x-securing-tomorrow-empowering-today-with/id1792821643YouTube Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLODZHZk6rF5j9esSSLcFbvDGJSqlhs2ZMLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/wake-up-x-solutions

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