About:
Are you a professional exploring a transition into the fast-growing world of cybersecurity? This free virtual workshop, based on Cybersecurity Beginner’s Guide by Joshua Mason, is designed to help you understand what working in cybersecurity really means, and how to take your first steps toward building a career in the field.
In just one hour, you’ll:
- Gain clarity on what cybersecurity professionals actually do in their day-to-day work
- Discover the most common cyber threats and how they’re countered
- Learn which skills and roles are in high demand across industries
- Experience a live demonstration of how experts think like attackers to build stronger defenses
- Get practical guidance on whether cybersecurity is the right career path for you
This isn’t a jargon-heavy technical lecture. It’s a clear, practical, and career-focused session built for professionals who want to understand cybersecurity’s landscape before committing to further study, training, or certification.
Format:
Live virtual workshop — interactive lecture + demonstration + Q&A
Who Should Attend / Target Audience:
- Professionals considering a career change into cybersecurity
- IT and tech-adjacent professionals curious about security roles
- Students and early-career talent evaluating cybersecurity as a path
- Business leaders who want to understand the role of security in digital transformation
What You’ll Walk Away With:
- A realistic picture of the cybersecurity career landscape (roles, skills, opportunities)
- An understanding of threats, defenses, and how experts approach problems
- Actionable resources and next steps to start your cybersecurity learning journey
- Practical tips for personal online security that you can implement immediately
