Projects vs Certifications in Cybersecurity — What Actually Gets You Hired?
📰 Medium · Cybersecurity
Learn how projects and certifications impact hiring decisions in cybersecurity and what actually gets you hired
Action Steps
- Research the most valuable certifications in cybersecurity
- Build a portfolio of personal projects demonstrating cybersecurity skills
- Configure a resume to highlight relevant project experience
- Test your skills through capture the flag challenges or bug bounty programs
- Apply for entry-level cybersecurity positions and tailor your application to the specific job requirements
Who Needs to Know This
Cybersecurity teams and hiring managers can benefit from understanding the importance of projects and certifications in the hiring process
Key Insight
💡 Hands-on project experience can be more valuable than certifications in getting hired in cybersecurity
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💡 Projects or certifications: what gets you hired in cybersecurity?
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