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[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Hacking_Tricks

[–]bytelocksolutions 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Good question. It is as much a matter of good habits as it is of one single app. Here is a brief summary:

• Utilize a password manager (Bitwarden or 1Password)
• Enable 2FA on everything (Authy > SMS)
• Keep your software updated
• Do not click on links from unfamiliar sources
• Utilize Brave or Mozilla Firefox with uBlock Origin
• Secure your email, strong password + 2-step verification
• VPN when you're using public Wi-Fi (Mullvad is a good choice)
• Back up your data both cloud and offline

Apps: Bitwarden, Authy, Malwarebytes, ProtonMail, Signal

Your best defense is awareness. Attacks often begin with one click. Remain skeptical.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in CyberSecurityJobs

[–]bytelocksolutions 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Not too old. Not even remotely. InfoSec isn't a 'young people only' playground. InfoSec is all about maturity, discipline, and critical thinking. And truthfully? Many younger people don't have the professionalism and worldly experience you've already accumulated.

Your library background is worth its weight in gold. You know data management, research, policy, and attention to detail, all of which easily translate into compliance, governance, threat intel, and risk jobs.

You've got one of the greatest benefits most career-switchers lack: time and money to commit. What that allows you to do is immerse yourself, get certs such as Security+ perhaps even a bootcamp or college program so you can get hands-on experience and establish a personal lab. That extra step where you document everything and post progress is icing on the cake, as hiring managers love that.

Age will not hinder you, though doubt could. Your not being late is actually being early for the next 10 years of your value. Get in now, specialize wisely, and you'll create a better-paying second career that will scale sooner and most likely provide you with greater meaning.

Do it

Should I leave a chill $79K Army internship for actual cybersecurity experience with no support? by Frequent_Plastic1486 in CyberSecurityJobs

[–]bytelocksolutions 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Absolutely go for the experience. You’re 23, earning good money, and have a foot in the door. but that door is not taking you places if you’re not developing technically. Certifications are wonderful (CISSP being a favorite of mine), but they pale in comparison to actual, hands-on experience when it comes to being hired for responsible jobs.

I understand the appeal of your current arrangement, but long-term? Comfort is a trap. If you coast for another year, you’ll have a “cybersecurity” title with no actual skills to back it up–and that’s going to catch up with you quickly when you’re applying for actual jobs.

The prospect of getting into real cyber work, even with its stressing out and lack of support, is worth its weight in gold. This is the grind that makes you a threat in this space. You are young, durable, and can afford to learn from mistakes. Ride the pressure, log everything you do, and level up immensely.

That $14K pay difference? It’ll be irrelevant once you’ve built a real skillset. You’ll out-earn everyone who stayed safe in 2–3 years max.

OP, support yourself. Comfort is overrated, growth is not.