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Senior RMF/ISSO Cybersecurity Engineer
Job title: Senior RMF/ISSO Cybersecurity Engineer Company: Peraton Job description: Responsibilities Peraton seeks a Senior RMF/ISSO Cybersecurity Engineer to serve as a point of contact… Expected salary: $112000 – 179000 per year Location: Fort Gordon, GA Job date: Sun, 25 May 2025 04:41:42 GMT Apply for the job now!
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5 Must-Have Certifications for Tech Jobs in 2025
In a world where AI is rewriting job descriptions and cloud computing is reshaping how companies operate, one thing remains clear: skills speak louder than degrees. And in tech, certifications are your loudest voice. Whether you’re just entering the tech space, pivoting careers, or chasing that promotion, these five industry-recognized certifications will boost your credibility, sharpen your…
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Top In-Demand Cybersecurity Jobs for 2025: Global Trends, Skills & Salaries
Cybersecurity is becoming one of the most sought-after career paths in the digital world Cybersecurity Jobs. With a global shortage of 3.4 million cybersecurity professionals, the field is booming with opportunities. Businesses, governments, and organizations are urgently hiring to defend against increasing cyber threats. In 2025, global information security spending is projected to reach over…
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10 Tech Jobs You Can Get Without a Degree (That Actually Pay Well)
Published By Prism HRC – Leading IT Recruitment Agency in Mumbai
Let’s get one thing straight: the idea that you need a degree to work in tech is outdated.
Sure, there are still companies stuck in the “must have BTech or nothing” mindset, but the smarter ones? They care about your skills, not your paperwork.
We work with tech recruiters every day, and trust us, if you can do the job well, nobody’s asking what your college attendance sheet looked like.
So, if you’re self-taught, bootcamp-trained, or just switching lanes, here are 10 legit tech jobs that don’t need a degree but absolutely pay like they do.
1. Web Developer (Frontend / Backend)
Build stuff people actually use websites, dashboards, internal tools, you name it. Most devs we see started with small projects, not classrooms.
Skills you’ll need: HTML, CSS, JavaScript, React, Node.js Salary Range: ₹4–18 LPA Reality check: If you have a decent GitHub and can explain your code, you’re already ahead of most applicants.
2. UI/UX Designer
Good design is invisible, but bad design gets people to uninstall your app in 10 seconds. UX folks make sure that doesn’t happen.
Skills: Figma, design thinking, user flows, wireframes Salary: ₹4–12 LPA Insider tip: Your portfolio is your resume here; don’t skip it.
3. Digital Marketing Specialist
No code. No problem. If you can sell products, grow audiences, or manage ads that convert, you’re already in demand.
Skills: SEO, paid ads, email funnels, analytics Salary: ₹3–10 LPA Bonus: Freelancers who know what they’re doing can scale up even faster than full-timers.
4. Tech Support Executive
If you've ever been the go-to “tech person” in your friend circle, this might be your entry point. It’s the frontline of IT.
Skills: OS basics, troubleshooting, soft skills Salary: ₹3–7 LPA Growth path: System admin → Cloud support → DevOps. It happens more often than you’d think.
5. Data Analyst
Think Excel meets storytelling. You’re not just reading spreadsheets; you’re explaining what they mean in plain English.
Skills: Excel, SQL, Tableau, Python (basic) Salary: ₹5–14 LPA Reality: You don’t need to be a math wizard, just data curious and consistent.

6. Cybersecurity Analyst
While companies go digital, someone needs to protect their digital doors. That’s where you come in.
Skills: Network security, threat detection, firewalls Salary: ₹6–20 LPA Tip: Certifications matter here, but hands-on labs and projects carry weight too.
7. Cloud Support Engineer
The cloud isn’t just someone else’s computer; it’s a massive job market. You help keep those services alive and efficient.
Skills: AWS or Azure basics, Linux, networking Salary: ₹6–15 LPA Heads-up: Cloud certifications like AWS CCP are way cheaper than a college degree and more useful.
8. Graphic Designer/Motion Designer
Brands need to look good, and you make that happen. From logos to explainer videos, visual creatives are in constant demand.
Skills: Photoshop, Illustrator, After Effects Salary: ₹3–10 LPA Real talk: Your work should speak louder than your resume.
9. QA Tester / Automation Tester
Before an app or website goes live, someone needs to make sure it doesn’t crash and burn. That’s your job.
Skills: Manual testing, Selenium, test cases Salary: ₹4–12 LPA Note: Many QA testers get promoted into product, dev, or DevOps roles later.

10. Product Support/Customer Success
Not everyone in tech has to code. If you’re good with people and understand how software works, you can bridge the gap between users and devs.
Skills: Communication, product knowledge, CRM tools Salary: ₹3–9 LPA You’re perfect for this if you love helping people and you hate bad user experiences.
What’s the catch?
There isn’t one. But here's what does matter:
Your willingness to learn (and unlearn)
Real projects, even small ones
A portfolio, GitHub, or something that shows proof of work
The ability to talk about what you’ve done without sounding like ChatGPT
At Prism HRC, we’ve seen non-degree candidates land jobs at great companies simply because they knew their stuff. You don’t need a paper to prove you belong in tech. You just need skills, proof, and a bit of boldness.
- Based in Gorai-2, Borivali West, Mumbai - www.prismhrc.com - Instagram: @jobssimplified - LinkedIn: Prism HRC
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IT Staffing: Growth Themes in the New World
IT staffing is entering an exciting era. Worldwide IT spending is projected by Gartner to experience 9.5% growth in 2024, nearly three times the expected growth in real GDP, to reach a market size of $3.7 trillion dollars. Between 2023 and 2033, the United States Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) projects computer and mathematical occupations to grow at a lighting speed of 11.7% compared to the average of 4.0% across all occupations.
Staffing Industry Analysts (SIA) Senior Research Analyst Curtis Starkey explores this global growth outlook for the IT staffing market from a wide range of perspectives in his research report, IT Staffing: Growth Themes in the New World. This will certainly be a market to watch, with some fascinating metrics already coming into view.
“The labor market has relaxed after an uncharacteristically constricted post-COVID period,” Starkey said. “The IT unemployment rate is up from historical lows. Layoffs appear to be down from post-COVID highs. Bill rates have stabilized, meaning growth in the near future will need to come from new orders. And IT staffing recruiting difficulty has come down significantly, while IT staffing sales difficulty has jumped – further signaling a loosening of the tight labor market.”
Several themes emerge from this labor market loosening with notable implications in key IT focus areas as well as global markets.
IT – The Universal Disruptor
The information technology sector continually proves to be a key source of innovation and disruption in the staffing industry and beyond. Cloud technologies, cybersecurity and AI are leading factors in that IT disruption.
Cloud technologies remain in a high-growth phase as evident by market data and top market players. Gartner estimates total worldwide public cloud services revenue will surpass $800 billion in 2025, representing two-year growth of 47%, with Cloud System Infrastructure Services expected to have the highest growth over that period at 62%.
Accounting for 62% of the cloud infrastructure market, Amazon Web Services (AWS) and Microsoft Azure currently dominate the market. However, Google Cloud and Alibaba Cloud are gaining share and significant prospects.
Cybersecurity emerged as a top area of 2024 investment expected in a Gartner CIO survey, which is not surprising given current trends and headlines. Yet, as of Q4 2024, Cyberseek found the existing supply of US cybersecurity workers would fill only 83% of cybersecurity jobs. This is further complicated by the 21% longer time-to-fill for cybersecurity roles versus other roles.
“The focus on cybersecurity coincides with an increase in security attacks in recent years,” Starkey said. “Distributed Denial of Service attacks have become more complex in their motivations as well as methods employed. Such attacks need to be mitigated, fueling demand for high-skilled cyber/information security experts now that will continue in coming years.”
Artificial intelligence continues its meteoric rise in prominence. After a 2022 jump then 2023 decrease in share of jobs mentioning AI on Indeed, the share was up in September 2024 – reaching its highest level since December 2022 at 2.23% – and job postings mentioning generative AI has soared.
“While still a small amount of total job postings (0.19% most recently), the value was 0 until the beginning of 2023, as ChatGPT and other generative AI tools brought generative AI into the spotlight,” Starkey said. “Strong demand for AI and clearer, more defined use cases for AI could lead to further increases in this share in coming years.”
Growth Beyond the US
Although Starkey’s report discusses the United States in the most detail, he does identify IT staffing market growth on a more global level.
“IT staffing plays an important role outside of the US, with notable growth coming from the UK, APAC, and Latin America,” Starkey said.
The United Kingdom (UK) boasts Europe’s largest IT staffing market. CompTIA shows the UK IT workforce had 1.3 million workers in 2023, and expects 1.5% growth for 2024. The UK Department of Education expects IT employment to increase 16.3% from 2020 to 2035. SIA’s Most Attractive Staffing Segments in the UK report found that IT was the second most attractive segment and grew a median 12.6% annually over the last five years, the highest of any segment.
Moving to the Asia Pacific (APAC) region, India’s Ministry of Electronics & Information Technology expects the country’s IT/Business Process Management industry (excluding e-commerce) to reach $254 billion in the 2023-2024 timespan. Additionally, the IT/Software sector’s 2024 employment is expected to show a 1.1% increase.
In Australia, employment for Software and Applications Programmers has increased since 2018 by a cumulative 83.6%. Tech Council of Australia says the country had 935,000 tech jobs as of May 2023 and projects 1.2 million such jobs by 2030.
IT employment in Japan has grown by 47.4% since 2018 and a dwindling labor force could have further implications.
“Japan is dealing with a population crisis in which labor demand is expected to outpace labor supply by 10 million workers in 2040, according to Recruit data,” Starkey said. “This workforce shrinkage could lead to increased demand for high-skilled IT workers, more automation (which could increase demand for IT professionals), reskilling, and more reliance on foreign IT talent.”
Another area to watch is Latin America, an attractive area due to its relatively low average wages and real estate costs. CBRE ranked Mexico City, Mexico as the top Latin American tech market in 2024, followed by Sao Paulo and Santiago. The total tech talent employment growth of the 11 markets featured in CBRE’s rankings is a staggering 54% over the last five years, including 125% growth in Monterrey, Mexico and 88% in Mexico City.
Onward and Upward
A new IT age is truly dawning, and savvy organizations are already building robust growth planning strategies to thrive in this brave new world.
“While IT spending has slowed for the moment, the sector is arguably more important than ever,” Starkey said. “Companies need to upgrade their systems and software, analyze large data sets, and fight against increasingly sophisticated cyberattacks. Further, with the demand for more advanced AI tools throughout the workforce ecosystem, and the reliance on the cloud for some or even all parts of an organization’s operations, there are plenty of areas in which one could imagine utilizing IT staffing talent in coming years.”
#IT Staffing#Workforce Growth#Digital Transformation#AI in Hiring#Cloud Talent#Cybersecurity Jobs#Remote Work Trends#Tech Talent Acquisition
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Cloud Security: Is Your Data Truly in the Cloud... or Up for Grabs?

The convenience of cloud storage is undeniable. Accessing your data from anywhere, anytime, with scalability and cost-effectiveness – it's a dream come true for businesses of all sizes. But with this convenience comes a crucial question: Is your data truly secure in the cloud?
The reality is, the cloud isn't a mythical realm beyond the reach of cybercriminals. Data breaches in cloud environments happen with alarming frequency. Hackers are constantly innovating, exploiting vulnerabilities in cloud security to steal sensitive information.
This blog delves into the world of cloud security, exploring common threats, best practices, and the importance of a skilled workforce. We'll also highlight how reputable cyber security institutes in Mumbai can equip professionals with the knowledge and expertise to safeguard your valuable data in the cloud.
Beyond Convenience: The Dark Side of Cloud Security
While cloud providers offer a range of security features, the ultimate responsibility for data security lies with the organization using the cloud service. Common cloud security threats include:
Misconfigurations: Improper configuration of cloud storage buckets or access controls can leave data exposed and vulnerable.
Data Breaches: Hackers can exploit vulnerabilities in cloud platforms or gain access through compromised user credentials, leading to data breaches.
Insider Threats: Malicious insiders with authorized access can steal or leak sensitive data stored in the cloud.
Denial-of-Service (DoS) Attacks: These attacks can disrupt access to cloud resources, impacting business operations.
Securing Your Cloud: Best Practices for Data Protection
Here are some key steps to ensure the security of your data in the cloud:
Implement Strong Access Controls: Enforce robust access controls, including the principle of least privilege, to restrict access to data based on user roles and needs.
Encrypt Your Data: Encrypting data at rest and in transit adds an extra layer of security, making it unreadable even if intercepted by hackers.
Regular Security Audits: Conduct regular penetration testing and vulnerability assessments to identify and address weaknesses in your cloud security posture.
Employee Training: Cyber security institutes in Mumbai offer comprehensive training programs that equip employees with the knowledge to recognize and avoid phishing attacks, social engineering tactics, and other threats to cloud security.
Investing in Skills: Why Mumbai's Cyber Security Institutes Matter
In today's digital landscape, skilled cybersecurity professionals are in high demand. Cyber security institutes in Mumbai offer a multitude of training programs and certifications that empower individuals to safeguard data in the cloud:
Cloud Security Fundamentals: These courses equip learners with a foundational understanding of cloud security concepts, threats, and best practices.
Cloud Security Architecture: Advanced programs delve into designing and implementing secure cloud architectures, ensuring data is protected throughout its lifecycle.
Cloud Penetration Testing: Cyber security institutes in Mumbai offer training in cloud penetration testing, allowing individuals to identify and exploit vulnerabilities in cloud environments before malicious actors can.
Beyond the Cloud: Building a Secure Digital Future
Cloud security is a continuous journey, not a destination. By implementing best practices, fostering a culture of security awareness, and investing in skilled cybersecurity professionals trained by cyber security institutes in Mumbai, businesses can confidently leverage the cloud's potential while minimizing data security risks. This collaborative effort ensures a more secure digital environment for organizations of all sizes.
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How to Install Kali Linux in VMware in Just 4 Simple Steps (Easiest Way)
In this guide, you will be able to learn the easiest way of how to install Kali Linux on VMware in Just 4 Simple Steps, I hope this helps a lot!
To keep in mind: Obtaining unauthorized access to another’s computer system or systems is illegal under the Computer Fraud & Abuse Act. Here you will find a step by step guide on how to install Kali Linux onto VMware. The main purpose of this blog tutorial is to educate others on cyber security tools, technologies, and techniques with the intention of creating consciousness for others on better…
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THE COBRAS // QUICK, EFFICIENT, AND JUST A LITTLE DEADLY [X]
a [somewhat underground] gang formed in the early 2070s, located within night city - doing odd jobs on the streets, and in the shadows, to keep the regular folks safe, out of the unrelenting grasp of the corporations that rule the city and everyone in it.
sebastian vidal / amanda chen elza taylor / rafael taylor kieran doaghue / delaney foster
#ocs#seb is the special guy who got put in charge bc delaney [former head of the gang] was like. you know what i have better things to do#you do it. and seb was like ok ma'am yes ma'am [legally not allowed to turn it down bc she is one of the reasons he's still alive]#anyways so yeas theres seb. he does a lot of talking to clients + takes care of basically any and every job necessary#amanda is like. the researcher. receptionist. HR. admin. she's all of it. prefers to keep out of it all. stays behind at base to look after#mr stromboli [seb's cat] [:#elza + kieran are the netrunners they deal with the cybersecurity/attacking through the net and all that#as well as keeping their own defences up in and around the base. elza is also the medic of the group. sometimes. she can clean a grazed kne#at least. and rafe is the car guy. getaway driver. takes everyone to and from locations + is on the ground backup for whenever seb gets in#trouble on a job. and then delaney!! is a fixer [: she's the one who fliters through jobs she thinks the gang would be perfect for. and#she's famously never wrong. ever in her life#thats my story hope you liked it
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learning to code!
When I was 9 years old, I learned enough html to code neopets pages, my own geocities websites, and I even made forums on my own sites so my friends could all roleplay together or rant together lol. And then? I forgot so much. I no longer no how to make a forum, or even a 'next page' button - so even the dream of just making a simple blog or webnovel site feels like a huge hurdle now. (9 year old me could probably figure it out in 2 hours).
So I'm relearning! I figured this would be a fun post to place resources I find for coding, since there's coding languages, and I figure maybe if you like running you're blog then you also might be interested in tools for making blogs!
First, for those of you who miss the old geocities and angelfire type of sites to make your own free site on: neocities.org
You can make free sites you can code yourself, the way 9 year old me did. A lot of people have made SUCH amazing sites, it's baffling my mind trying to figure out how they did, I definitely wish I could make an art portfolio site even a fourth as cool as some of the sites people have made on here.
And for those pressed for time, who aren't about to learn coding right now: wix.com is the place I recommend for building a site, it requires no coding skill and is fairly straightforward about adding pages or features by clicking buttons. I used it to make my art portfolio site, I am testing out using it for my webnovel - the alternative is Wordpress, but wix.com is letting me basically make a wordpress blog Inside my own site. It's very beginner friendly in terms of "how the fuck do I set up a 'sign up for updates' message and have my site actually email these people my novel updates?" and "I need a 4x20 grid of my art down the page, that lets people click the art to see it's information and make it bigger."
I did neocities.org's little html tutorial today, it's the part of html I DID remember (links, paragraphs, headers).
My next step is to go through htmldog.com's tutorials. They go from beginner, to intermediate, to CSS. Unlike many a coding tutorial I've seen, they explain what program on your computer you need to WRITE the code in and then how to save it and how to open it. (You'd think this isn't a big deal but I've been looking into how to learn Python for months and I can't find a tutorial explaining what fucking program to write my python in... notepad? do I need something else? I don't fucking know!! My dad finally gave me a printed textbook which supposedly tells you what to download to start... I learned C++ in college and for that you needed Visual Basic to code C++, so I figured I needed Something to Write the fucking python IN.)
#coding#rant#wooh my new CODING TAG#learning to code#i feel very. odd if im honest?#i genuinely knew how to build full fucking forum websites as a child including user sign ups#and i studied Computer Science Engineering in college so i did everything with C++ we were asked to and got As#and then i promptly BLOCKED IT OUT because i#HATED studying c++ SO fucking much. i hated my whole major. i did not like Engineering. i hated it. i was so mentally destroyed#by my college major that when i graduated i got a DIFFERENT job#and do NOTHING related to my major#i want to get into a more tech focused career eventually...since that is what my fucking degree is in#but i've been looking into something with less coding OR trying to teach myself#to like coding as long as its not fucking c++ again... i cant do it. too many bad memories#i think cybersecurity sounds like a fun job.#but u know me. im a person who likes knowing the BASICS#so i feel like i need to Relearn to code and learn python decently#before i try to study cybersecurity specific shit
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Cybersecurity Engineer
Job title: Cybersecurity Engineer Company: Loginsoft Job description: NOTE: THIS POSITION IS TO JOIN AS W2 ONLY. Cybersecurity Engineer Location: Silver Spring, MD (Hybrid) Duration… Expected salary: Location: Silver Spring, MD Job date: Sun, 25 May 2025 05:50:56 GMT Apply for the job now!
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kept getting invited to apply on indeed to positions that require like 10 years of experience and was getting super annoyed. i applied as a joke to this cybersecurity position that said 5 years experience. i don’t know shit about cybersecurity. these people have scheduled a meeting with me on friday. i am the dumbest motherfucker alive

#hey simblr anyone here know uhh Otorio Nozomi NuProficiency in vSphere virtualization technology#because i don’t. can we do the spongebob thing where you have an antenna in my head under a hat#my resume has NO lies ok i said nothing about cybersecurity i am an it student#this is their problem. but also my problem#aren’t you guys gonna be glad when this job application hell arc is over. so will i
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one of the many things that bothers me about goku luck is the fact that they have kenta (a minor) in a penitentiary full of adult convicts. where was the juvenile welfare officer and why are they not doing their job. hope they’re fired
#edit: realised i wrongly used the word penitentiary. sorry abt that. i meant prison#anyone who has heard what prison is like knows how terribly wrong this would go#also was he tried as a minor or did they try him as an adult for his crimes#idc if he’s got advanced hacking skills if a kid can create a virus that can threaten the world in his garage#then i’m sure million-dollar corporations and desperate governments can fund research into an antivirus#idk man it’s freaking ridiculous#like there was no reason to be doing all that#maybe i’m just a believer of restorative justice but#kenta’s clearly a genius. why not a scholarship to a great tech programme and a job with the government#he could do so much good in developing cybersecurity. internationally.#idk it just makes me sad that his whole life was over#and the system didn’t just fail him. it endangered him#either way goku luck could be such a great tool to criticise the criminal justice system#if anyone even CARES#you know i love The Silly but sometimes we need to Get Serious#paradox live#paralive#kenta mikoshiba#goku luck#gokuluck
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UK Gov Cybersecurity Jobs Average Salary is Under £45,000, Study Finds
Summary: A study by Bridewell reveals that UK public sector cybersecurity roles offer an average salary of just £44,739, among the lowest across all sectors. Only NGOs pay less on average. While private industries like insurance and finance offer significantly higher salaries, government roles maintain full salary transparency. Despite the cyber skills gap, entry-level opportunities remain scarce, with demand focused on specialised senior positions.
Source: https://www.infosecurity-magazine.com/news/uk-cybersecurity-jobs-average/
More info: https://www.bridewell.com/insights/blogs/detail/the-cyber-security-job-market-where-are-the-biggest-gaps
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"From Passion to Profession: Steps to Enter the Tech Industry"
How to Break into the Tech World: Your Comprehensive Guide
In today’s fast-paced digital landscape, the tech industry is thriving and full of opportunities. Whether you’re a student, a career changer, or someone passionate about technology, you may be wondering, “How do I get into the tech world?” This guide will provide you with actionable steps, resources, and insights to help you successfully navigate your journey.
Understanding the Tech Landscape
Before you start, it's essential to understand the various sectors within the tech industry. Key areas include:
Software Development: Designing and building applications and systems.
Data Science: Analyzing data to support decision-making.
Cybersecurity: Safeguarding systems and networks from digital threats.
Product Management: Overseeing the development and delivery of tech products.
User Experience (UX) Design: Focusing on the usability and overall experience of tech products.
Identifying your interests will help you choose the right path.
Step 1: Assess Your Interests and Skills
Begin your journey by evaluating your interests and existing skills. Consider the following questions:
What areas of technology excite me the most?
Do I prefer coding, data analysis, design, or project management?
What transferable skills do I already possess?
This self-assessment will help clarify your direction in the tech field.
Step 2: Gain Relevant Education and Skills
Formal Education
While a degree isn’t always necessary, it can be beneficial, especially for roles in software engineering or data science. Options include:
Computer Science Degree: Provides a strong foundation in programming and system design.
Coding Bootcamps: Intensive programs that teach practical skills quickly.
Online Courses: Platforms like Coursera, edX, and Udacity offer courses in various tech fields.
Self-Learning and Online Resources
The tech industry evolves rapidly, making self-learning crucial. Explore resources like:
FreeCodeCamp: Offers free coding tutorials and projects.
Kaggle: A platform for data science practice and competitions.
YouTube: Channels dedicated to tutorials on coding, design, and more.
Certifications
Certifications can enhance your credentials. Consider options like:
AWS Certified Solutions Architect: Valuable for cloud computing roles.
Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP): Great for cybersecurity.
Google Analytics Certification: Useful for data-driven positions.
Step 3: Build a Portfolio
A strong portfolio showcases your skills and projects. Here’s how to create one:
For Developers
GitHub: Share your code and contributions to open-source projects.
Personal Website: Create a site to display your projects, skills, and resume.
For Designers
Design Portfolio: Use platforms like Behance or Dribbble to showcase your work.
Case Studies: Document your design process and outcomes.
For Data Professionals
Data Projects: Analyze public datasets and share your findings.
Blogging: Write about your data analysis and insights on a personal blog.
Step 4: Network in the Tech Community
Networking is vital for success in tech. Here are some strategies:
Attend Meetups and Conferences
Search for local tech meetups or conferences. Websites like Meetup.com and Eventbrite can help you find relevant events, providing opportunities to meet professionals and learn from experts.
Join Online Communities
Engage in online forums and communities. Use platforms like:
LinkedIn: Connect with industry professionals and share insights.
Twitter: Follow tech influencers and participate in discussions.
Reddit: Subreddits like r/learnprogramming and r/datascience offer valuable advice and support.
Seek Mentorship
Finding a mentor can greatly benefit your journey. Reach out to experienced professionals in your field and ask for guidance.
Step 5: Gain Practical Experience
Hands-on experience is often more valuable than formal education. Here’s how to gain it:
Internships
Apply for internships, even if they are unpaid. They offer exposure to real-world projects and networking opportunities.
Freelancing
Consider freelancing to build your portfolio and gain experience. Platforms like Upwork and Fiverr can connect you with clients.
Contribute to Open Source
Engaging in open-source projects can enhance your skills and visibility. Many projects on GitHub are looking for contributors.
Step 6: Prepare for Job Applications
Crafting Your Resume
Tailor your resume to highlight relevant skills and experiences. Align it with the job description for each application.
Writing a Cover Letter
A compelling cover letter can set you apart. Highlight your passion for technology and what you can contribute.
Practice Interviewing
Prepare for technical interviews by practicing coding challenges on platforms like LeetCode or HackerRank. For non-technical roles, rehearse common behavioral questions.
Step 7: Stay Updated and Keep Learning
The tech world is ever-evolving, making it crucial to stay current. Subscribe to industry newsletters, follow tech blogs, and continue learning through online courses.
Follow Industry Trends
Stay informed about emerging technologies and trends in your field. Resources like TechCrunch, Wired, and industry-specific blogs can provide valuable insights.
Continuous Learning
Dedicate time each week for learning. Whether through new courses, reading, or personal projects, ongoing education is essential for long-term success.
Conclusion
Breaking into the tech world may seem daunting, but with the right approach and commitment, it’s entirely possible. By assessing your interests, acquiring relevant skills, building a portfolio, networking, gaining practical experience, preparing for job applications, and committing to lifelong learning, you’ll be well on your way to a rewarding career in technology.
Embrace the journey, stay curious, and connect with the tech community. The tech world is vast and filled with possibilities, and your adventure is just beginning. Take that first step today and unlock the doors to your future in technology!
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Some day, I am going to write more eloquently about how any system with a setup for defending against data security threats eventually devolves into treating its users as the threat, and this eventually *makes* these users a threat.
Some day.
For now, I just want to put this out here.
Picture a company. Let's say, a company that relies on external contractors for all of its IT development work. And I do mean, ALL OF IT.
This company has been doing a lot to increase their data security rating. Things like blocking people from accessing Gmail or Slack, making MS Teams chat unavailable for external employees, making it so externals cannot see anyone's agenda nor book meeting rooms, preventing usage of flashdrives, making a huge "data leak" hassle because an external developer had downloaded a file they needed for their work onto their own machine's desktop and a manager spotted this during a demo of the new development... You know, just corporate things. Cyber security swag.
Anyway.
Now picture this company has decided to get Next Level with their security.
Introducing: computers that only work if a "smart badge" is inserted, containing so much intrusive spyware that employees using them had to sign a legal document stating they are ok with that. Five fiery rings of hell to connect to a "secured" virtual workspace if working from home. Recording a Teams meeting? How about you just put a bomb in the server room, you terrorist. And most importantly... If you are not an internal payroll employee of sufficiently high rank...
YOU CAN NO LONGER SEND EMAILS WITH ATTACHMENTS.
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So, how do you think people would respond?
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Let me tell you: we are making fake user stories in Agile Accelerator and dropping our files in the Files section in order to share them with each other. Our manager is serving as our external postal office because she has hierarchical attachment sending clearance. We are classifying all our documents as "public" to minimize the hurdles.
We are becoming the threat, with grit teeth as we lose hours and days just trying to do our fucking job around all these "security features".
Cybersecurity? At this point I think a good fifth of my colleagues would click a phishing link On Purpose.
#cybersecurity#data security#working in it#work woes#it jobs#dys-functional analysis#every day I fight with corporate to just let me do what I am paid for#disaster thoughts#work shit#office life#cyber security#security theater#“what if the TSA -but for computers?” is no longer a hypothesis#i like our CISO as a person but I also want to wring his neck
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why the actual fuck does an adobe subscription cost £56.98/month
#saying this like im not paying £80/month for linkedin sales nav hahahahahaha#i work part time (25h/week) and it comes out of my WAGE. exploding myself#anyway.#last working day at the cybersecurity company is tmr & i’ve spent this whole week offloading files to their sharepoint system#AND im getting underpaid for it bc i had to preemptively fill in my hours for the week & it’s taken MUCH long than the 8 i put on#the only thing im pressed to sort out is that some of my uni/other job work is attached to this job’s work account i was using#but im so bloody tired of admin and files and backups and EVIL TECHNOLOGY#need my ssp pay to come through mske this all worth it pls
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