5 Cybersecurity Career Pathways That HR Managers Should Recognize

Gordon Pelosse, senior vice president at CompTIA, discusses five pathways to hiring cybersecurity specialists: associate degrees, vocational certifications, self-directed learning, boot camps or short courses, and work experience in related fields. Pelosse advises employers to appreciate these diverse pathways, acknowledging that traditional degrees aren’t the only way to acquire cybersecurity skills. Recognizing non-traditional education and relevant experience can help organizations tap into a pool of technically proficient, security-conscious talent.