Cybersecurity is a multi-disciplinary career and has many facets so yes you can join cybersecurity from another field and excel. In fact studies show that a good number cybersecurity professionals did not start from a cybersecurity or IT background.

Cybersecurity is broad. The image below gives some guidance.

Cybersecurity is broad. The image below gives some guidance.

Check out our resources page. There you will find links to various resources to start you off. However, google and YouTube are also good places to start your search and learning. Happy learning!

There are a few challenges but it is all possible with focus and determination. In fact a lot of women find cybersecurity a very good fit for them. We have compiled a number of role model stories and videos for you on our role-models page. Take a moment to go through the stories.