
Laid-Off IT Professional with Cybersecurity Experience Seeks Career Advice
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💬 Found out I’m getting laid off soon, do I have enough experience to get into a cyber role? The poster has two years of experience at a small company, covering IT support, security, compliance, and networking. They hold a master’s in Cybersecurity (WGU) and certifications including CEH, CASP+, CYSA+, CCNA, and M365 Admin Expert. They also have a zero-day discovery and bug bounty reports but have struggled to secure cybersecurity roles in the past month. They are considering whether to pursue cybersecurity jobs or take a help desk position immediately due to financial concerns.