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NICE Webinar: The Challenge of That First Job in Cybersecurity - Entry Level Roles and How to Qualify

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NICE Webinar: The Challenge of That First Job in Cybersecurity - Entry Level Roles and How to Qualify
NICE Webinar: The Challenge of That First Job in Cybersecurity - Entry Level Roles and How to Qualify

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Speakers:

Casey O'Brien
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Casey O'Brien
Executive Director and Principal Investigator
National CyberWatch Center

NICE Susan Chiang
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Susan Chiang
Head of Security Program Management and Business Operations
Cloudflare

Jennifer Bate
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Jennifer Bate 
Associate Consulting Engineer
CDW


Synopsis:

Despite the incredible shortage of talent in cybersecurity, it can be enormously challenging for career entrants to find their first role. What can candidates do to prepare where their lack of experience holds them back? What roles are considered entry-level from the employer perspective? What are pathways for those who wish to career-switch? This webinar will explore the unique challenges and opportunities from the perspective of educators, employers, and job-seekers.


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Created May 12, 2020, Updated December 21, 2020