About this episode

Bob Hildenbrand shares practical advice for breaking into the cybersecurity industry.

Getting hired in cybersecurity takes more than technical skills. It requires strategy, preparation, and understanding what employers are really looking for. In this episode, Cybersecurity Career Coach Bob Hildenbrand shares practical advice for students, career changers, and aspiring professionals who want to break into the cybersecurity industry. From building a strong résumé and developing in-demand skills to networking, interviewing, and standing out in a competitive job market, Bob offers actionable insights to help listeners launch and advance their cybersecurity careers. Connect With Us For more information or to get involved, contact our team: 📧 Ryan Bradshaw – krbradshaw@johnstoncc.edu 📧 David Oliver – deoliver@johnstoncc.edu 📧 Daphne Lewis – dtlewis1@johnstoncc.edu 📧 Brian Worley – beworley@johnstoncc.edu 📧 Bob Hildenbrand – rchildenbrand@johnstoncc.edu 📧 Todd Retzlaff – teretzlaff@mail.johnstoncc.edu 📧 Julie Griffin – jcgriffin@johnstoncc.edu 🌐 JCC Cyber Defense HQ Webpage Johnston Community College is proud to be an equal opportunity educational and employment institution, fostering success in an inclusive and collaborative environment. If you are a student…

People in this episode

Host: Ryan Bradshaw

Guest: Bob Hildenbrand

Topics covered

• cybersecurity
• career advice
• job market
• networking
• résumé building
• interviewing

Keywords

• cybersecurity careers
• job search
• career coaching
• networking tips
• interview strategies

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Johnston Community College

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