Get Your DREAM Cyber Job with These 3 Proven Strategies
Confused about where to start in cybersecurity—or how to move from beginner to your first role? In this episode, I and Chintan break down a practical, human-first roadmap: how to choose the right domain, whether a master’s is worth it, how to make internships count, set SMART goals and OKRs, build a weekly learning plan, and prepare for real interviews. Chintan Profile https://www.linkedin.com/in/chintangurjar/https://chintangurjar.com/kickstartcareer/Here are all the files for your YouTube video details...Entry-Level Job Roles - Overview of entry-level cybersecurity roles, duties, and job titles.https://chintangurjar.com/files/entry-level-job-roles.pdfWeekly Learning Resources - Curated weekly resources to support structured cybersecurity learning.https://chintangurjar.com/files/weekly-learning-resources.xlsxWeekly Learning Timetable- A practical timetable to organize and track weekly study sessions.https://chintangurjar.com/files/weekly-learning-timetable.xlsxGoal Setting - SMART goals and OKRs tailored for entry-level pentesters and SOC analysts.https://chintangurjar.com/files/goal-setting-sample-document.pdfResume Sample- Professional resume showcasing 13+ years of offensive security expertise.https://chintangurjar.com/files/resume-sample.pdfEffective Communication - Visual guide on improving communication skills for cybersecurity roles.https://chintangurjar.com/files/effective-communication.pngWhat you’ll learnCybersecurity pathways: key disciplines, entry roles, and progressionMaster’s vs skills: when degrees help and when hands-on winsInternships that matter: commercial tools, people, process, soft skillsSMART goals + OKRs: templates for interns and entry-level rolesPortfolio + LinkedIn basics: what to show before you applyWeekly learning system: threat intel, vuln mgmt, detections, notesCommunication for beginners: reduce fear, speak with clarityInterview prep: JD analysis, role-specific topics (SOC, AppSec, Red Team)Company research: legit checks, culture signals, application strategyKey takeawaysUse the 10-question framework to pick your domain before buying coursesClarify internship scope, duration, outcomes, and reporting rhythmTrack goals weekly; log risks; publish progress to build credibilityDon’t rely on generic roadmaps—align study to real JDs you’ll apply forBuild a minimal portfolio: 2–3 proof projects tied to the role you wantPractice communication: concise updates, STAR stories, clear stakeholder languageWho this is forStudents, freshers, and career-switchers targeting cyber rolesInterns and entry-level analysts who want structure and momentumAnyone stuck between “more certs” vs “build real proof of skill”Suggested action itemsDownload or recreate a one-pager map of domains and target rolesDraft 3 SMART goals and 1 OKR for the next 30 daysBuild a weekly learning calendar and stick to it for 4 weeksPick one role (e.g., SOC Analyst) and tailor your CV to 3 live JDsShip one portfolio proof (lab, detection, or write-up) this weekSOC ANALYST LEARNING VIDEOhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KxVEJ1GPgss&t=364sCISO talkshttps://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL0hT6hgexlYwPTD-wC3oFBe27VGEiizg1NIST Serieshttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VcC_KabV_Ho&list=PL0hT6hgexlYy0vBwMv0eteiyAxB48RQzy&pp=gAQBiAQBGRC Serieshttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mq_vSLHm4r0&list=PL0hT6hgexlYztA41j1bceTfVagP9mtq28&pp=gAQBISO 27001 Videohttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sQqJH2naU6I&t=1454s&pp=ygUeaXNvIDI3MDAxIGltcGxlbWVudGF0aW9uIHN0ZXBzISO 27001 Implementation Guidehttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GBfwk10Hh-o&pp=ygUeaXNvIDI3MDAxIGltcGxlbWVudGF0aW9uIHN0ZXBzStudy with MeTelegram Grouphttps://t.me/Infoseclearning#CybersecurityCareer #CyberJobs #CyberSecurityRoadmap #Internships #SMARTGoals #OKR #InterviewPrep #SOC #AppSec #ThreatIntel #VulnerabilityManagement #CyberLearning #Portfolio #LinkedInTips #CoffeeWithPrabh