Breaking Into Cybersecurity: What Should Be My Next Step for a Junior SOC Role?

The poster is transitioning into cybersecurity with a background in law enforcement and aviation security, holding CompTIA Security+ and Google Cybersecurity certifications. They have technical skills in Python, Linux, Wireshark, Nmap, basic SIEM/log analysis, and Splunk, along with a GitHub project automating network security scanning. They are seeking advice on whether to pursue additional certifications or focus on hands-on labs and job applications for a Junior SOC/Cybersecurity Analyst role.