Cybersecurity Skills Shortage: Landing Jobs for New Grads #DTF012

Welcome to Episode 12 of the DTF Cyber Podcast! 🎙️ Join hosts Damian, Troy, and Fern as they dive into the hottest topic in cybersecurity: breaking into the industry. 🛡️In this episode, we tackle the cybersecurity skills gap, exploring why hiring managers struggle to find talent while many with cyber degrees face challenges landing roles. From the importance of networking and building trust to overcoming imposter syndrome, we share practical advice for job seekers and hiring managers alike. 🌐Key topics include:➡ Navigating the skills gap and unrealistic job requirements (3-5 years for "entry-level"? 🤔)➡ The power of internships, referrals, and soft skills in landing your dream cyber job➡ Addressing diversity in cybersecurity, including challenges faced by women and underrepresented groups➡ Personal stories and actionable tips for building a career in this dynamic fieldWhether you're a recent grad, a career switcher, or a hiring manager looking to build a strong team, this episode is packed with insights to help you succeed. Don’t miss out—subscribe now and join us every Monday for more cybersecurity discussions! 🚀#Cybersecurity #CareerAdvice #SkillsGap #Networking #DiversityInTech #DTFCyberPodcast📌 Hit that subscribe button to help us reach 500 subscribers and stay tuned for Episode 13!00:00:00 — Cyber Degrees, No Jobs — What’s the Problem?00:02:21 — Skills Gap? Or Networking Gap?00:08:28 — Trust, Hiring, and the Risk of New Talent00:14:07 — The Broken Job Description Problem00:18:46 — Internships, Career Shifting & Building Loyalty00:22:20 — Soft Skills: Showing Up, Speaking Up & Self-Improvement00:31:07 — The Soft Skill Nobody Teaches: Clarity in Communication00:38:20 — Diversity, Imposter Syndrome & The Confidence Gap00:47:02 — Networking: The Real Career Cheat Code00:55:06 — Leadership’s Role in the Hiring ProblemAssociated Articlehttps://www.techtarget.com/searchsecurity/tip/Cybersecurity-skills-gap-Why-it-exists-and-how-to-address-itLinkedin:Damian: https://www.linkedin.com/in/damianchung/Troy: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kosovotroy/Fern: https://www.linkedin.com/in/fernrojasaz/Business Inquiries: dtf at cyberpodcast dot net