Cyber Security Bowl

Does your company have a CISO?

How long was the onboarding process for your current role?

Thoughts on breaking into cyber security from digital product management?

any idea if Microsoft does a coding test for Senior Security Engineer role? and if yes does the test focus on programming ability or on security?

Anyone familiar with Bugcrowd? I applied and a recruiter reached out for a screening. Just went on Glassdoor (should’ve done this earlier I know) and the reviews are very discouraging.

Hi all,

I wanted to get some feedback or some perspective on my current situation. I am currently a private company System Engineer whose company has faced a Ransomware attack. I have a current job off… more

Seeking a resource that can help guide app dev team with RSA API to automate soft token distribution though a portal.

Where do you think the most cyber jobs are open right now?

I was traveling through Colombia a few weeks ago. I see a guy with an ISC2 shirt on. We were instant friends. It’s like being part of a secret society of 🤓 If I see you representing at the airport I’… more

Feeling fortunate today 17% bonus, 2% raise with a separate 2k bonus, given the current climate I’m not complaining. More obviously would have been better. Are you guys seeing decent raises/bonuses th… more

Opinions of Blackswan?

Do I need a secret or top-secret clearance to get a job in cyber?

Does anyone have experience working at Wiz?

Started a new job in cyber security as a senior resource, I need to pass the probation but I feel overwhelmed every day with the amount of new things to learn. Any tips on how to show value to my mana… more

Hi everyone, just posting on here to see if I can get any referrals for any of the following positions:
IT Specialist, IT Consultant, Business Analyst, Privacy Analyst, Sr.Privacy Specialist-Corporate Compliance, Information … more

Are there any CISSP training boot camps that are better than others?

Have a workday security interview coming up, anything I should absolutely be prepared for during this time?

What are your thoughts on Texas and Florida laws around social media censorship? Should it be left up to the platforms and machine learning models? Or should we have some basic protections in place so… more

How many hours would you say you work per week on average? I’m hovering around 50 but have a 9 month old baby and would love to work less, and still make enough to get by.

What is the compensation for CISO in FS?

I've got +25 years in cybersecurity, been freelancing last decade and luckily got all assignments through contacts/by reputation the recent years. Time has changed and I'm now looking for new … more

Anyone at FTI for Cyber? How is the work? How’s the compensation?

How many of you have made actual money bug bounty hunting?

Looking to get into Cyber Security. Over 30 years experience in the Canadian Armed Forces with a concentration in electronics and weapons systems. Looking at Algonquin College, Ottawa, for their Cybe… more

Anyone else considering the C|CISO - Associate grandfathered EC Council is offering? Not sure if it'll be worth getting. I don't want to start paying annual fees if it won't be of benefit … more

What exactly is the engagement model of "vCISO"? Closest to...

- full time temporary leader (interim/staffaug)
- part time permanent leader (fractional)
- project-oriented contributor (consultant)more

Company is paying for CISM certification. I am 25, and i’ve been working in Cyber for 3 years. Should I get the cert, or does it not make sense? Is it too early on in my career?

Does anyone feel like cyber strategy work is useful? I feel like most companies just throw out NIST assessments that my team does.

Most people know the issues or themes… it’s the implementation part and budget th… more

Thoughts on Google's AI cyber defense initiative?

Anyone here who has taken GICSP? Did you learn a lot in the training, and was the certification exam difficult?

Having looked at MBB and some other consulting firms (eg: A&M) cyber practices, teams and offerings, I'm getting the impression that despite seemingly paying better the level and quality of the cyber capa… more

Has anybody used a product sold by Huntress? What are your thoughts on the company? @

What kind of industry roles should I be looking for with my experience? Looking to get out of consulting. I have great understanding of IAM concepts as well as proficiency with IGA tools like Saviynt … more

My son is considered BS in Cyber Security. Is that too specialized? Is Computer Science a better option? Appreciate any insights.

I'd love a fully remote cyber security gig but I've heard that it sometimes involves being on-call at odd hours and can be more grueling than in person or hybrid. Can anyone weigh in?