Cybersecurity Career Path Through IT Support Roles
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A 21-year-old final-year cybersecurity student in the Middle East outlines a career plan to enter cybersecurity by first gaining experience in IT support or help desk roles. The individual is preparing for the CompTIA Security+ certification and also plans to study for CompTIA A+ and ITIL 5. They aim to transition into cybersecurity gradually from within the IT field, following a traditional career progression path. The post asks whether this plan is viable and if the certifications could help secure a desk job.