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

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. Special thanks to our sponsor Risk3Sixty for supporting this episode. Be sure to check their weekly thought leadership, webinars, and downloadable resources like budget and assessment templates at: https://risk3sixty.com/?utm_source=cisotradecraft&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=2023-ct&utm_term=1week&utm_content=sponser 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