How to Get Experience in IT Security | CBT Nuggets

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In this recorded live webinar, CBT Nuggets trainer Keith Barker explains how to enter the IT security field without formal training. Learn the certifications you should earn to validate your security knowledge and the next steps for becoming a security professional.

If you're thinking about looking for work in the cybersecurity field, or even just thinking about trying it out, be excited: you've got a great future ahead of you in a rewarding job.

It's okay to feel intimidated, confused, even over your head. But Keith Barker has recommendations, advice and help for you.

Keith's personal background includes dragging himself through the ringer and doggedly pursuing every opportunity at self-improvement. But he's also helped coach and train thousands of students in all aspects of IT work: networking, routing and security.

First of all, be honest with yourself about where you are in your journey. It's okay if you're a novice: or even completely new. There's always, always room for improvement.

Second, get passionate about cybersecurity. You'll learn better if you love what you're studying, so find ways to get excited by IT work.

Third, watch all Keith's recommendations and get ready for starting out on an exciting career path.

0:45: Start where you are
1:55: Security questions before starting
11:00: Find smarter people than you already in the field
12:30: Connect with peers
13:30: Set a specific time and space to watch, learn, and practice
15:00: Improve your own security first
15:50: Investing time on first things first
19:40: Tips for motivating yourself with rewards
22:30: Get to the bottom of every concept
26:00: Where to pursue basic levels of security training
30:10: Dealing with any fear about getting it done
30:20: Would the pain be better or worse if you did nothing?
30:45: Keep the goals you can reach in mind
31:10: Just do it!
32:00: Monitor your performance, and stay accountable to yourself and others
32:20: Commit to others publicly
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