Career Resources

career resources ranging from jobs to interview tips including free training on cybersecurity including various learning platforms

Career Resources and Free Training

  • Career Sources: This megathread was shared and thought it would be a great resource to add. Many gems in here
  • Cybersecurity documents and Cert Help: The books are a bit outdated but wanted to share anyway because there is valuable info in here
  • JupiterHR - Cybersecurity Resource List: A recruiter who has shared cybersecurity resources
  • Cybersecurity Workforce Certifications Training: PNW is proud to introduce highly qualified professionals into the cybersecurity workforce. This is a favorite and one I am currently doing, if you're looking to gain certifications you can start here
  • University of Cincinnati: This is a great workforce development that provides various bootcamps for those wanting to skill up. I have personally done a few bootcamps
  • ISSA (Information Systems Security Association): A community of cybersecurity professionals that offers networking, education, and resources
  • USAJobs.gov: The federal government’s official job site where you can find job openings in cybersecurity within government agencies. It provides a unique opportunity to work in public service and contribute to national security
  • ClearedJobs.com: A job board specifically for professionals with security clearances. It connects job seekers in cybersecurity and other fields with employers seeking cleared candidates, ideal for those looking for opportunities in defense and government sectors

Online Learning Platforms

  • Coursera: Offers courses from top universities and organizations on various cybersecurity topics.
  • edX: Provides access to university-level courses, including cybersecurity and IT essentials
  • Cybrary: A free online platform for IT and cybersecurity training with hands-on labs and courses.
  • Udacity: Features a nano degree program in cybersecurity, focusing on real-world projects
  • Pluralsight: Offers a wide range of courses and learning paths in cybersecurity, from beginner to advanced topics.
  • LinkedIn Learning: Provides video courses on various cybersecurity skills and best practices
  • Udemy: An online learning platform offering a wide range of courses on cybersecurity topics, taught by industry experts. It's a great resource for both beginners and experienced professionals looking to expand their knowledge
  • Cisco Networking Academy (NetAcad): Cisco Networking Academy offers a range of courses and hands-on labs focused on networking, cybersecurity, and IoT fundamentals. It’s a valuable resource for building foundational skills, with options to earn certifications that are widely recognized in the industry
  • Saylor Academy: An educational platform with a wide range of courses, including some focused on information security
  • ENISA Cybersecurity Training: Online training material provided by ENISA, focusing on various cybersecurity topics
  • Splunk: A platform for operational intelligence that allows you to search, monitor, and analyze machine-generated big data via a web-style interface
  • Microsoft Learn: A learning platform by microsoft
  • AWS Skill Builder: Learn from AWS experts and build in-demand cloud skills your way