Evaluation of an 8-Month Cybersecurity Roadmap for Post-Graduation Job Readiness

The post is from a third-year IT student with academic knowledge in programming, operating systems, and basic networking and security but limited practical experience. They outline an 8-month self-study plan involving 3–5 hours of daily study to prepare for entry-level roles such as SOC Analyst or Junior Pentester. The roadmap includes learning Python, networking, completing TryHackMe paths (SOC Level 1 and Jr. Penetration Tester), setting up a home lab, and obtaining CompTIA Security+ certification. The student seeks feedback on whether the roadmap is realistic, if combining defensive and offensive cybersecurity skills is beneficial, and whether their planned qualifications (GPA, Security+, hands-on experience, and Python proficiency) will enhance job prospects. They also request suggestions for potential adjustments to the plan.