Discussion My job search.

[Amol S.]

Hello folks here,

I have graduated in 2020 with a Master's in Cybersecurity. I have not been hired yet. I have gone thru interviews as I have stated in the forums, without any luck. In the time of this almost 2 year unemployment span, I have took part in a one month externiship, have done some programming projects, studied into Spunk, learned C++, and many other things. I am currently looking into learning Docker. I really would love to go deeper into what other productive things I have been doing in this time period.

If you have any positions that are remote, or in New York City (if on-site work is required), please PM me. I really want a job and am very very worried and paranoid about my future.

I really want to also thank all of you here to being kind and help me cope with the hard time I am currently going thru.

Thank you.

 

[SKORPI0]

Post in this sticky thread too , good luck.

Networking Support thread for the unemployed: Spring 2014

I learned something huge about the Robo screening process used by all HR Depts now, PM me if you need the info. Do not want to publish it. Nice job postings this Spring 2015 -------------------------------- This is the continuation thread to use as a central Job Networking hub since November...

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[ultimatebob]

Bah... why didn't you post this a year ago? I had an opening in my cybersecurity department back then.

 

[Amol S.]

Bah... why didn't you post this a year ago? I had an opening in my cybersecurity department back then.

I did.

Where should I start, and any suggestions?(job search)

Hello :) , I am a undergrad in my final semester in college. I will be graduating in May 2018. I am studying Computer Science with a concentration in Network Security (Cyber Security could be presumed as included inside that). I am looking for a full time entry-lvl job. The only worry I...

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Discussion - Is it true that the U.S. military hires almost anyone for entry level cyb-sec positions, as long as they can pass security clearence?

Is it true that the U.S. military hires almost anyone for entry level cyb-sec positions, as long as they can pass security clearance? Just wondering if I should apply or wait for higher paying entry level position for my first job.

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and again (somewhat)

Why is it hard to find a job in the specified conditions?

Why is it hard to find a first job with no work experience in tech, and at the same time bound to one city only (can only look for a job in a specific city)? If no one lets those who apply have a shot, then eventually there will be no more qualified candidates that remain.

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and again (once again somewhat)

What is the trick to answer these two questions on a job application?

These two questions on the job application that are usually asked after the interview, and from what I have learned from career services is that it is bad to give your salary preferences before you are given an offer. But the question is being asked on the job application. Further more, what...

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and again (should I say once again somewhat again)

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Do you still have any positions?

 

[ultimatebob]

I did.

Where should I start, and any suggestions?(job search)

Hello :) , I am a undergrad in my final semester in college. I will be graduating in May 2018. I am studying Computer Science with a concentration in Network Security (Cyber Security could be presumed as included inside that). I am looking for a full time entry-lvl job. The only worry I...

forums.anandtech.com

and again

Discussion - Is it true that the U.S. military hires almost anyone for entry level cyb-sec positions, as long as they can pass security clearence?

Is it true that the U.S. military hires almost anyone for entry level cyb-sec positions, as long as they can pass security clearance? Just wondering if I should apply or wait for higher paying entry level position for my first job.

forums.anandtech.com

and again (somewhat)

Why is it hard to find a job in the specified conditions?

Why is it hard to find a first job with no work experience in tech, and at the same time bound to one city only (can only look for a job in a specific city)? If no one lets those who apply have a shot, then eventually there will be no more qualified candidates that remain.

forums.anandtech.com

and again (once again somewhat)

What is the trick to answer these two questions on a job application?

These two questions on the job application that are usually asked after the interview, and from what I have learned from career services is that it is bad to give your salary preferences before you are given an offer. But the question is being asked on the job application. Further more, what...

forums.anandtech.com

and again (should I say once again somewhat again)

Page 11 - The scariest job you ever had?

Page 11 - Seeking answers? Join the AnandTech community: where nearly half-a-million members share solutions and discuss the latest tech.

forums.anandtech.com

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Do you still have any positions?

Unfortunately, no.

This is the first time I noticed that you were looking for a job. I'd ask why you didn't put something in the unemployed/looking for work thread, but then it really needs a cleanup. A lot of the stuff in there is almost a decade old!

 

[Amol S.]

Unfortunately, no.

This is the first time I noticed that you were looking for a job. I'd ask why you didn't put something in the unemployed/looking for work thread, but then it really needs a cleanup. A lot of the stuff in there is almost a decade old!

I agree, I should have done that.

 

[ultimatebob]

So, are you looking for IT help desk job, or for a job in cyber security? Cyber would probably pay better, and they're more in demand.

I mean, something like this would bring in a nice sum of money:

https://www.indeed.com/company/Silv...ec7ccb3498882129?fccid=0d21bf1c248a2619&vjs=3

 

[Amol S.]

So, are you looking for IT help desk job, or for a job in cyber security? Cyber would probably pay better, and they're more in demand.

I mean, something like this would bring in a nice sum of money:

https://www.indeed.com/company/Silv...ec7ccb3498882129?fccid=0d21bf1c248a2619&vjs=3

I just applied for that position that you linked, but I have a gut feeling I might not get that position for the following reasons based of what they want me to bring. The Job position you posted was for a Junior, not entry level position. The following is a quoted portion from the job description, that I have added my comments to here.
"
What You Will Bring

• A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cyber Security, or related field or two plus years of work experience in information security. ✅ <-- have masters
• Experience in implementing network principles <--- Sort of.
• Experience with IT environments and network equipment management. <-- Sort of for the first part, as in VirtualBox VMs, I have little knowledge when it comes to working with Cisco routers.
• Experience in maintaining Windows servers and their security configurations ❌ I have never worked with windows servers, although I only know security configurations in regular Windows computers.
• Experience with installing and maintaining security platforms and network equipment such as Firewalls <-- Some what as in I only know IPFire when it comes to major providers. , Routers❌, Anti-malware agents <-- Only general public ones, nor the big datacenter ones, no hand on experience on those yet. , security logging/tracing <--Simple generic OS ones like windows event viewer, or linux log files, but not the big end security ones. I have very little experience when it comes to working with software like SNORT .
• Experience in handling ❌ and identifying exploitation techniques. Identifying by a general catagory based of what they do, yes, exact type or name of exploit then no.
• Understanding of common end-user attack vectors for credential theft, malware delivery, wire fraud, etc.✅
• Experience with common diagnostic tools like NMAP✅, procmon✅, CMD, etc.
• Strong analytical and trouble-shooting skills
• Strong organizational and prioritization skills
• Strong general IT knowledge✅
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Knowledge of Microsoft windows operating environments✅
• Knowledge of Active Directory❌Don't know Active Directory at all. and windows permissions ✅ <---But not group policies
• Knowledge of common vulnerabilities and exploitation techniques✅
• Familiarity with scripting in PowerShell and/or Python <-- I am only confident in Java and C++ right now. Barely anything in Python.

Bonus Points For

• Master Degree in Cyber Security or Computer Science is a plus.✅
• Knowledge of cloud❌ platforms like Azure, GCP, and AWS <---Don't know cloud.
• Knowledge of VMWare Hypervisor operating environments❌ <---Mostly know Virtual box when it comes to VMs.
• Knowledge of Palo Alto❌, Cisco <---As stated before, little knowledge when it comes to Cisco routers. , Aruba❌
• Familiarity with Linux✅

"

 

[Amol S.]

Well..... this does make me feel better. Got this from indeed as an email.

Complete your application process for X2Logicsstaffing​

You’ve already completed the tests that X2Logicsstaffing requested—all you have to do now is share your results.

Review and share​

2 tests Technical support Performing common software-related operations Configuring basic hardware components Understanding and improving network topologies Score: Proficient Technical support: Customer situations Responding to technical support situations Score: Familiar

 

[ultimatebob]

Active Directory isn't hard to learn. Just set up a Windows server VM and play with it.

Palo Alto is harder to learn. That said, it's a junior position and their laundry list of requirements for the job aren't reasonable. They'll never find them all in their salary range. In this job market, half of them is probably enough to get you in the door.

 

[Amol S.]

Active Directory isn't hard to learn. Just set up a Windows server VM and play with it.

Palo Alto is harder to learn. That said, it's a junior position and their laundry list of requirements for the job aren't reasonable. They'll never find them all in their salary range. In this job market, half of them is probably enough to get you in the door.

I saw an awsome post today! (Referncing your signature). It was your post I quoted. Thank you .

 

[Muse]

Don't give up in your job searches. Good luck! Once you get some job, the next one will be easier to find. You may even have head hunters coming after you. That's what happened to me and it was a fantastic change and felt so good.

 

[BoomerD]

If I based my hiring decisions in your postings here...I wouldn't hire you to clean toilets.

 

[ultimatebob]

If I based my hiring decisions in your postings here...I wouldn't hire you to clean toilets.

Yeah, I wouldn't mention your Anandtech username during an interview if I was Amol. Your post history in the P&N forum is kinda scary

 

[Muse]

If I based my hiring decisions in your postings here...I wouldn't hire you to clean toilets.

No, I have to wonder about your fitness to clean toilets after that remark. That was absurd and completely uncalled for!

 

[BoomerD]

No, I have to wonder about your fitness to clean toilets after that remark. That was absurd and completely uncalled for!

I'm NOT fit to clean toilets...but the guy is a total fucking moron who posts some of the stupidest shit. There are (maybe) a couple who post things that are more stupid...but not by much.
Too many people equate educational degrees with intelligence or "smartness." Despite his "master's" degree...he seems to have neither.

 

[Muse]

I'm NOT fit to clean toilets...but the guy is a total fucking moron who posts some of the stupidest shit. There are (maybe) a couple who post things that are more stupid...but not by much.
Too many people equate educational degrees with intelligence or "smartness." Despite his "master's" degree...he seems to have neither.

Even if true that doesn't make him unemployable. At least he wants a job. Lighten up.

 

[cytg111]

I just applied for that position that you linked, but I have a gut feeling I might not get that position for the following reasons based of what they want me to bring. The Job position you posted was for a Junior, not entry level position. The following is a quoted portion from the job description, that I have added my comments to here.
"
What You Will Bring

• A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cyber Security, or related field or two plus years of work experience in information security. ✅ <-- have masters
• Experience in implementing network principles <--- Sort of.
• Experience with IT environments and network equipment management. <-- Sort of for the first part, as in VirtualBox VMs, I have little knowledge when it comes to working with Cisco routers.
• Experience in maintaining Windows servers and their security configurations ❌ I have never worked with windows servers, although I only know security configurations in regular Windows computers.
• Experience with installing and maintaining security platforms and network equipment such as Firewalls <-- Some what as in I only know IPFire when it comes to major providers. , Routers❌, Anti-malware agents <-- Only general public ones, nor the big datacenter ones, no hand on experience on those yet. , security logging/tracing <--Simple generic OS ones like windows event viewer, or linux log files, but not the big end security ones. I have very little experience when it comes to working with software like SNORT .
• Experience in handling ❌ and identifying exploitation techniques. Identifying by a general catagory based of what they do, yes, exact type or name of exploit then no.
• Understanding of common end-user attack vectors for credential theft, malware delivery, wire fraud, etc.✅
• Experience with common diagnostic tools like NMAP✅, procmon✅, CMD, etc.
• Strong analytical and trouble-shooting skills
• Strong organizational and prioritization skills
• Strong general IT knowledge✅
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Knowledge of Microsoft windows operating environments✅
• Knowledge of Active Directory❌Don't know Active Directory at all. and windows permissions ✅ <---But not group policies
• Knowledge of common vulnerabilities and exploitation techniques✅
• Familiarity with scripting in PowerShell and/or Python <-- I am only confident in Java and C++ right now. Barely anything in Python.

Bonus Points For

• Master Degree in Cyber Security or Computer Science is a plus.✅
• Knowledge of cloud❌ platforms like Azure, GCP, and AWS <---Don't know cloud.
• Knowledge of VMWare Hypervisor operating environments❌ <---Mostly know Virtual box when it comes to VMs.
• Knowledge of Palo Alto❌, Cisco <---As stated before, little knowledge when it comes to Cisco routers. , Aruba❌
• Familiarity with Linux✅

"

Anything not currently on your CV:
Ill figure it out.
I am a quick learner.
How hard can it be.
Not a problem.

 

[MrSquished]

I'm NOT fit to clean toilets...but the guy is a total fucking moron who posts some of the stupidest shit. There are (maybe) a couple who post things that are more stupid...but not by much.
Too many people equate educational degrees with intelligence or "smartness." Despite his "master's" degree...he seems to have neither.

Dude a lot of people have job skills but are less functional at other parts of life. I mean some people are brilliant at tech but couldn't get a social skill to save their life. Others might be real good at one job but they are so ignorant of reality and politics they believe in Q-Anon. The reality is that personality types span the gamut, and does not mean that person is not employable or can not do well at their craft.

 

[Amol S.]

Dude a lot of people have job skills but are less functional at other parts of life. I mean some people are brilliant at tech but couldn't get a social skill to save their life. Others might be real good at one job but they are so ignorant of reality and politics they believe in Q-Anon. The reality is that personality types span the gamut, and does not mean that person is not employable or can not do well at their craft.

Thank you @MrSquished .