Why are you interested in cybersecurity technology?
I am interested in cybersecurity because of the wide variety of careers available to pursue, the flexibility to be able to work from anywhere, and the value of protecting assets. I’ve always had an interest in learning how computers work, specifically how to identify risk, manage, and protect sensitive information. Additionally, I also have a passion to solve complex puzzles which is a skill that is beneficial to the duties of a cybersecurity professional.
The wide variety of careers available in cybersecurity is appealing because it has something for everyone. If you’re an introvert, you may want to study to become a data science, cybersecurity engineer,or an ux/ui designer. If you’re an extrovert you may want to go towards the management route within cybersecurity. Managers are constantly conversing with people on their team and other departments within the organization to ensure that the company runs as it is supposed to.
Preventing and protecting assets or personal identifiable information (PII) is crucial and is the reason why cybersecurity exists. Businesses depend on cybersecurity professionals to protect access to their systems and data. Based on my own experience with my current company, my awareness of cybersecurity has increased dealing with customers’ personal identifiable information daliy. It is a crucial part of my job to identify fraud, prevent and protect the identity of our customers, and report any malicious activity that we may find. Studying cybersecurity will give me the knowledge and skills to be proficient at my job while also preparing me for additional possibilities that will come in the future.
Since the pandemic, it has become a “norm” to work from home but in the tech world it was already an option within some companies. I love the flexibility that most cybersecurity positions offer in addition to great compensation and other benefits. Working remotely has become a lifestyle which allows me to homeschool my children, and travel with my husband (who is in the military) without disruptions of my career. The luxury of working remotely has changed my life completely and I’m confident that pursuing cybersecurity will continue to add benefits to the lifestyle I want to continue to live.