Welcome back to Techtual Chatter! In today’s episode, host HD an experienced cybersecurity professional and career coach, dives into the top five entry-level cybersecurity roles that are set to shape the job market in 2025.
Despite constant chatter about the tech job market being tough, HD sets the record straight: companies are still actively hiring, and there’s a place for newcomers eager to break into cyber.
From Tier 1 SOC Analysts and Security Analysts, to GRC (Governance, Risk, and Compliance) roles, Security Engineers, and Vulnerability Analysts, HD breaks down what each position entails, the qualifications you’ll need, average starting salaries, and how to leverage both technical and transferable skills to land that first role.
Whether you’re working in IT, coming from a non-technical background, or just getting started, this episode is packed with practical insights on certifications, real world duties, and strategies to help you stand out in a crowded field.
If you’re looking to jumpstart your cyber career in the year ahead, you won’t want to miss this breakdown of the most in-demand entry-level positions and the advice to help you land them. #cybersecurity #tech #jobsearch
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00:00 Intro
01:18 SOC Analyst
05:07 Security Analyst
09:03 GRC Analyst
14:27 Security Engineer
18:28 Vulnerability Management
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