This episode features Lee Kushner discussing various topics, including negotiating skills, the importance of degrees in the cybersecurity field, the need for diversity in the industry, challenges faced by cybersecurity professionals, starting a career in cybersecurity, and the value of technical skills. The conversation emphasizes the need for individuals to acquire technical skills, such as coding and networking, as they are in high demand and can differentiate them in the job market. It also mentions the importance of understanding the industry and its composition when seeking employment in cybersecurity.

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Transcripts: https://docs.google.com/document/d/11askuaFcV_jYov2FklkbZXxVN3JSNu6y/

Chapters

00:00 Introduction
07:56 The Importance of Professional First Mindset in the Staffing Industry
09:33 The Importance of Perception in a Staffing Environment
11:36 The Role of the Research Professional in a Hiring Process
16:03 How to Overcome Barriers in the Recruitment Process
18:09 The Importance of Education in Executive Search
20:41 The Importance of Diversity in Cyber Talent
25:25 How to Get a Job in Cyber Security
27:48 The Importance of a Technical Foundation in Careers
32:08 How to Become a Cybersecurity Professional
34:06 The Future of Cybersecurity Career Paths
35:56 The Future of Security
41:24 How to Get in Touch With Your Clients

#133 - The Seesaw of Cyber Recruiting (with Lee Kushner)

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#133 - The Seesaw of Cyber Recruiting (with Lee Kushner)