Overview
In this next episode, I was stoked to be joined by Kyle Croll, GMON, GCIH, Sec+, and MBA candidate at UT Austin.
He’s lived the life of a physical security practitioner, from being in the US Navy to protecting high-net-worth clients and advising organizations — what’s more is that he’s also pivoted from purely physical security projects to technical information/cyber security projects. And this is the focus of our conversation:
- What was his experience like making that career change?
- What advice does he have for others following a similar path?
- Are there special vocational programs that military vets should consider?
- And so much more.
This was an insightful conversation to kick off 2024 with a bang! I hope you enjoy it.
Highlights from This Episode
- Passion for Learning: A passion for continuous learning and curiosity is THE driving force in succeeding in cybersecurity (or any security discipline)
- Demystifying the Unknown: Seeking to demystify topics of ignorance and expanding one’s knowledge is an essential aspect of personal and professional growth.
- Well-rounded Security Practitioner: Striving to be a well-rounded security professional, both in physical and information security, is valuable for adapting to career changes and uncertainties.
- Proactive Security Mindset: A proactive security mindset and the ability to think like an adversary are crucial attributes for cybersecurity professionals.
- Transferable Skills: Many skills from physical security, such as risk management, threat assessment, and investigation, are highly transferable to cybersecurity roles.
- Certifications: Security+ and CISSP certifications are mentioned as valuable credentials for cybersecurity professionals.
- Cyber Threat Intelligence: The role of a CTI analyst involves tracking threats, conducting investigations, and staying updated on cyber threats and vulnerabilities.
Memorable Quotes:
- “You shouldn’t discount yourself [a physical security pro] as an entry-level professional, because those skills are… one for one.”
RESOURCES MENTIONED
- CISSP Certification: Mentioned as a valuable certification for cybersecurity professionals.
- Security+ Certification: Recommended as an entry-level certification for those starting in information security.
- DoD 8570 Compliance: Discussed as a requirement for certain government security jobs.
- Udemy and Coursera: Online platforms where courses and practice tests for certifications can be found.
- ASIS International (ASIS): Mentioned in the context of certifications such as CPP and PSP, which are related to physical security.
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