Political Science Student Seeks Advice on Transitioning to Cybersecurity Career

The poster is studying political science and international relations with a major in national security. They developed an interest in cybersecurity after learning about Stuxnet and are considering it as a career path. They ask whether private sector cybersecurity roles would value their academic background and seek advice on relevant certifications or areas to focus on. The poster is currently preparing for the Network+ (Net+) certification.