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Getting an Information Security Job For Dummies
Get prepared for your Information Security job search! Do you want to equip yourself with the knowledge necessary to succeed in the Information Security job market? If so, you've come to the right place. Packed with the latest and most effective strategies for landing a lucrative job in this popular and quickly-growing field, Getting an Information Security Job For Dummies provides no-nonsense guidance on everything you need to get ahead of the competition and launch yourself into your dream job as an Information Security (IS) guru. Inside, you'll discover the fascinating history, projected future, and current applications/issues in the IS field. Next, you'll get up to speed on the general educational concepts you'll be exposed to while earning your analyst certification and the technical requirements for obtaining an IS position. Finally, learn how to set yourself up for job hunting success with trusted and supportive guidance on creating a winning resume, gaining attention with your cover letter, following up after an initial interview, and much more. Covers the certifications needed for various jobs in the Information Security field Offers guidance on writing an attention-getting resume Provides access to helpful videos, along with other online bonus materials Offers advice on branding yourself and securing your future in Information Security If you're a student, recent graduate, or professional looking to break into the field of Information Security, this hands-on, friendly guide has you covered.
314 pages, Kindle Edition
First published February 19, 2015
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About the author
Peter H. Gregory
51 books3 followersPeter H. Gregory, CISM, CISA, CISSP, CRISC, CDPSE, CCSK, CIPM, DRCE, is a security, privacy, and risk senior director with experience in SAAS, retail, telecommunications, advertising, non-profit, legalized gaming, manufacturing, consulting, healthcare, and local government.
Peter is the published author of over fifty books on cybersecurity and emerging technology, with editions in four languages. He has numerous interviews and articles in magazines and newspapers. In addition, he is an adjunct university faculty emeritus and program advisor at the University of Washington.
Peter is the published author of over fifty books on cybersecurity and emerging technology, with editions in four languages. He has numerous interviews and articles in magazines and newspapers. In addition, he is an adjunct university faculty emeritus and program advisor at the University of Washington.
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April 20, 2020
This is not a book that will teach you information security, so that you can apply for an infosec job.
This is a book about infosec jobs, from the entry level jobs all the way to the executive jobs. It explains the differences between working for a private company, as a consultant, self-employed, or working for the government. It was very informative. What I learned from this book, is that a job in infosec is not, or at least no longer for me. I consider myself too old (this is new for me) to invest in a training (which would probably take years) for a job in such a fast-changing environment as infosec.
If you are wondering whether a job in infosec is something for you or not, I can recommend this book. If you want a bird's eye view of infosec, what it means, what kind of jobs there are, ... I can also recommend this book. I am still interested and I am probably going to read more books about cybersecurity and cyberprivacy to protect myself and because it is important, but not for becoming a professional.
This is a book about infosec jobs, from the entry level jobs all the way to the executive jobs. It explains the differences between working for a private company, as a consultant, self-employed, or working for the government. It was very informative. What I learned from this book, is that a job in infosec is not, or at least no longer for me. I consider myself too old (this is new for me) to invest in a training (which would probably take years) for a job in such a fast-changing environment as infosec.
If you are wondering whether a job in infosec is something for you or not, I can recommend this book. If you want a bird's eye view of infosec, what it means, what kind of jobs there are, ... I can also recommend this book. I am still interested and I am probably going to read more books about cybersecurity and cyberprivacy to protect myself and because it is important, but not for becoming a professional.
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