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#81 Q&A: The Harsh Reality of Getting Hired in Cybersecurity

#81 Q&A: The Harsh Reality of Getting Hired in Cybersecurity5 Aug37 min

The cybersecurity job market is more competitive than ever, even for experienced and highly certified professionals. In this episode of The Hacker’s Cache, I share the harsh reality of getting hired in cybersecurity, why breaking into penetration testing has become so difficult, and what employers expect from candidates entering offensive security roles. I also explain what companies charge for penetration tests, what new pentesters should expect on the job, which cybersecurity certifications...