The social themes that arise in this video are employment, pay vs location, and how to become a cyber security analyst. Nicole gives us a brief overview on the largest cities requiring cybersecurity talent. She covers the employment theme and explains the pros and cons of getting a job in Atlanta vs Washington DC. She then covers what you need to look for when choosing a location and pay. She points out that getting paid 120,000 for a position in New York City is great but the cost of living will most definitely eat into your profit. She then discusses what it takes to become a cybersecurity analyst. The best advice she gives is that you shouldn’t be discouraged by what a company posts for their position requirements. In most cases, that is their ideal candidate but you should still apply and interview.
