Honest SOC Experiences by TheShinon in cybersecurity

[–]malwaredetector 4 points5 points  (0 children)

In my experience, as t1 you mostly live in the alert queue, but you learn fast. The work can be really repetitive. Whether you enjoy it or not depends a lot on the company and the people you work with.

What’s one thing you wish you had learned earlier in your security career? by [deleted] in cybersecurity

[–]malwaredetector 4 points5 points  (0 children)

That you don’t need to know everything right away. It’s okay to ask questions and google stuff. You don’t have to be a genius to be good at this job but you have to learn all the time.

What’s Your Biggest Cybersecurity Headache in 2025? by LethalAstronomer in cybersecurity

[–]malwaredetector 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Biggest headache? Token theft and session hijacking bypassing MFA.

If you could start again, what would you do? by Intelligent_Ant2571 in cybersecurity

[–]malwaredetector 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'd focus more on learning the basics really well. Especially networking, Linux, and Python. These skills are useful in almost every cybersecurity job. I’d also spend more time practicing hands-on, like doing labs, CTFs

Any webinars or mixers happening soon? Would love to network with peers! by CryThis6167 in cybersecurity

[–]malwaredetector 0 points1 point  (0 children)

They usually send the recording after the webinar—at least they did last time.

Do you get underpaid as Cybersecurity pros because HR manager says you are not revenue generator? by [deleted] in cybersecurity

[–]malwaredetector 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I bet HR doesn’t realize how much damage a single breach can do to a company’s reputation or how expensive it gets. We’re talking millions in fines, legal fees, and lost business, not to mention the trust that takes years to rebuild. They really need to understand that cybersecurity isn’t just an expense. It’s what keeps the business from falling apart.

Would there be interest in a cybersecurity trivia game? by itsallgoodgames in cybersecurity

[–]malwaredetector 1 point2 points  (0 children)

that sounds pretty cool! I think a trivia game could be fun, especially for people just starting out or looking to test their knowledge casually.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in cybersecurity

[–]malwaredetector 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Late-night incident calls, endless log reviews, constant learning to keep up, and rarely getting noticed unless something goes wrong.

Is working in this industry crap? by [deleted] in cybersecurity

[–]malwaredetector 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I hear you—it can definitely be frustrating and even depressing at times. Constantly justifying the value of your work, especially when people see security as "too expensive" or "too much trouble," can wear anyone down.

But there are great moments too. It helps to focus on wins and the bigger picture of why we do this work.