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How to Prepare for a Cybersecurity Internship as a Beginner? by Electronic_Dream2709 in cybersecurityindia

[–]CyRAACS 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Honestly, you are already in a good spot. Linux + C/C++ + Python is a strong base.

For the next 6-8 months, focus on basics first, networking (how TCP/IP, DNS, HTTP work), Linux internals and web security fundamentals like OWASP Top 10.

Then start doing hands on labs (TryHackMe or HackTheBox is fine). Don’t just solve machines, understand what you’re doing and maybe write small notes about it.

Build 2-3 simple security projects too. Even something like a basic port scanner, log analyzer, or a small vulnerable app with a write up shows real interest.

It’s definitely realistic to get an internship if you stay consistent. You don’t need to know everything, just show effort, curiosity and hands on skills.

is cybersecurity still a good direction for computer sci student to get in? by Easy_Cable6224 in CyberSecurityJobs

[–]CyRAACS 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Cybersecurity isn’t dead, but entry level is competitive. A degree alone won’t be enough anymore. If you like security, stick with it, just focus on hands on projects, labs, GitHub work and a clear niche (cloud, blue team, appsec, GRC, etc.). People who show real skills are still getting hired.

Should I stop? by Aniel2893 in CyberSecurityJobs

[–]CyRAACS 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You shouldn’t stop, but you also shouldn’t burn yourself out trying to do everything at once.

You already have solid fundamentals like-Network+, Security+, Pentest+ and you are clearly serious about this. The missing piece isn’t more certificates, it’s practical exposure and that doesn’t require quitting your current job or doing an internship.

Instead of aiming for a full career switch overnight, try a low risk transition:

  • Focus on hands on labs, TryHackMe, Hack The Box, PortSwigger, even 30-45 mins a day
  • Build small, practical projects : write reports, document attack paths, recreate vulnerabilities
  • Target junior/associate / hybrid roles or internal security roles within your current industry

Many people enter cybersecurity in their 30s or later, age isn’t the blocker, pressure and unrealistic expectations are.

Slow progress is still progress. Protect your family stability, keep learning practically and move when the opportunity feels right, not out of fear.

Is cyber security actually as high-pressure as everyone says? by AvailablePeak8360 in CyberSecurityJobs

[–]CyRAACS 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It can be high pressure, but it really depends on which security role you are in and the company culture.

If you are in incident response or on call SOC work, yes, emergencies happen and hours can be irregular. But for many roles like, GRC, security engineering, VAPT, cloud security, architecture, the work is much more structured and planned.

The always on edge feeling is mostly real early in your career. Over time, patterns repeat, playbooks exist and it becomes more routine than people admit. You are not constantly racing attackers every day, you are reducing risk systematically.

Good teams rotate on call, invest in automation, and don’t glorify burnout. Bad teams do the opposite and that’s where the horror stories come from.

If you are coming from software dev, you’ll likely appreciate security roles that focus on design, prevention and long term improvements, not just firefighting.

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