How to get into cybersecurity with no experience 2025

16/09/2025 1h 3min

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Tech Woke LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christopher-okpala-413565158/  Check out the Compliance Community: https://www.skool.com/compliance-community-7740/about?ref=ec3abb3a3b014ed2a08e060ef406fb98RMF Academy: https://www.rmfacademy.io/Merch:https://3c25a2-b9.myshopify.com/?_ab=0&_fd=0&_sc=1  Please Rate the Podcast: https://ratethispodcast.com/techwokeTime Stamps:00:00 From Lost Beginner to Security Expert06:20 Comprehensive Skills in GRC13:59 Adapting Skills for Cyber Careers15:31 Certification Isn't Everything: Skills Matter21:17 Job Dissatisfaction to Passionate Security Enthusiast26:05 Preparation for GRC/RMF Projects31:53 Networking at Annex Conferences36:31 Resume Essentials: Three Key Sections43:57 Phone Screening and Interview Prep48:50 AI and Cybersecurity Synergy56:58 Comprehensive Career Prep Program01:00:21 Empowering Your Team’s GrowthVideo Description:Welcome to another episode of Tech Woke! In this insightful conversation, host Chris Okpala sits down with cybersecurity expert Kevin Mukham, the founder of Cybermuk, to dive deep into what it really takes to launch and thrive in a career in cybersecurity today. Together, they strip away the hype and demystify the path to breaking into the field from certifications and practical skills to the power of networking and keeping your passion alive.Whether you’re trying to pivot from IT to cyber, just getting started, or navigating the evolving landscape shaped by AI and cloud technologies, this episode is packed with honest advice, real industry stories, and steps you can take right now to build a sustainable career. Kevin and Chris cover everything from tailoring your resume and mastering interviews, to finding the right specialization and building your professional brand online.If you’re ready to future proof your tech career or support others on their journeys, you don’t want to miss this conversation. Let’s get started!

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