Blog: Cybersecurity

Soft skills are becoming increasingly valuable in cybersecurity jobs, along with education from skills-based tech bootcamps and industry certifications. Learn how to leverage transferable and soft skills into cybersecurity roles.

US Marines Corps Veteran Rob Buitrago is a testament to how military service can be a great starting point for your tech journey. All that was missing from Buitrago’s resume was technical experience, which is where the Fullstack Academy Cybersecurity Bootcamp helped him tremendously.

After leaving the military, Miss Kim had many options, however, she chose a different direction by embarking on a career in cybersecurity thanks to help from the Fullstack Academy Cybersecurity Bootcamp.

After leaving the Air Force, Shaquille Duggan wanted to increase his skills and land a role in cybersecurity. To accomplish his goals, he enrolled in the Fullstack Academy Cybersecurity Bootcamp.

Military veteran Desiree Walters had relatively limited experience in the tech field, but with the help of the Fullstack Academy Cybersecurity Bootcamp, Walters gained the skills and knowledge to kickstart a rewarding career as a SOC Analyst.

Through the guidance of industry-experienced instructors, Edwards developed knowledge of foundational cybersecurity principles and solved common problems through real-world simulations. Edwards landed his first cybersecurity job as a Technologist at PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC).

Amanda leveraged her military experience to help break into tech and encouraged fellow service members and veterans to do the same. After bootcamp, Amanda landed a government role as an Information System Security Engineer for Industrial Control Systems (ICS) and SCADA systems.

Throughout bootcamp, Cory Gold was able to leverage the skills he developed during military service through group projects and hands-on assignments. Learn how he leaned on his military experience to complete a tech bootcamp and launch a rewarding career in software engineering.

After working in Air Traffic Control and Honor Guard while in the Air Force, Ashley Raach knew it was time for a career change. After graduating from bootcamp, Raach began working as an IT Specialist for a manufacturing company — and is enjoying every minute of it.

From phishing scams to malware attacks, your devices and data are more vulnerable to cyberthreats while traveling. Don’t let cybercriminals spoil your next trip. Follow these 10 cybersecurity tips to keep your digital life safe while on the go.

Learn how earning a cybersecurity certification can benefit your job search and which industry certificates employers value most.

Between extended time away from home, seasonal sales on devices and cybersecurity software, and the long Labor Day weekend, the back-to-school season is a great time to ensure your accounts, devices, and networks are protected.