Your Cybersecurity Roadmap: Beginner to Job-Ready in 6 Steps

You don’t need a degree to launch a career in cybersecurity—just the right roadmap.

In this beginner-friendly guide, we’ll walk you step-by-step from complete beginner to job-ready. You’ll learn the core skills employers look for, the tools and platforms to master, how to build a standout portfolio, and what certifications can boost your chances. Whether you're aiming for a defensive (blue team) or offensive (red team) path, this video gives you the clarity and confidence to get started.

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00:00 Why A Degree Is Needed for Cybersecurity
00:03 Why Cybersecurity Makes A Great Career Choice
00:16 Overcoming the Overwhelm
00:19 Skills and Timeframe Required To Learn Cybersecurity
00:24 Step-by-Step Roadmap To Get Started In Cybersecurity
00:38 Learning the Basics of Cybersecurity
00:41 Understanding Cybersecurity
01:04 Common Security Threats in Cybersecurity
01:15 Staying Updated In The Cybersecurity Field
01:40 Phase Two: Technical Skills Required For Cybersecurity
02:15 Networking Fundamentals
02:30 Operating Systems
02:50 Coding Skills
03:24 Hands-On with Cybersecurity Security Tools
03:28 Defensive Security: Blue Teaming
04:00 System Hardening and Network Security
04:43 Offensive Security: Red Teaming
05:15 Red Team Tools and Techniques
06:05 Getting Certified and Building Your Cybersecurity Portfolio
07:35 Applying for Jobs In Cybersecurity

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