5 Cybersecurity Career Pathways That HR Managers Should Recognize

Cybersecurity personnel recruitment should consider candidates’ skills rather than just formal degree qualifications. Here are five pathways: traditional higher education alternatives like associate degrees; certification-based vocational training; self-directed learning and experience; cybersecurity boot camps and short courses; and prior work experience in system administration, network engineering, or similar roles. These pathways highlight viable talent pools and offer potential for upskilling existing employees into cybersecurity roles.