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Transitioning US Military Member here with 10 years of cybersecurity experience. I’m searching for roles in Information Security and Project Management. Available to start immediately.
I’m currently an InfoSec Analyst Intern at TTC, Inc. in Hampton, VA, but open to remote work and relocation in the US & Worldwide. Valid passport.
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I know that you said “other than applying to job posts” but you don’t need connections to land at a great company. Be confident in your skills and what you bring to the table. Yes, having connections is a nice to have. But, you shouldn’t have to depend on others to get what you want out of life. Believe in yourself, be yourself, and you’ll be just fine. Now, if you’d like to expand your network in general, I’d recommend joining associations in your industry or even a networking org.
I appreciate the vote of confidence, thank you - time to put the pedal to the metal and move forward on my goals.
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- Don't lose hope and keep trying. You are still employed and so have the advantage of time. Finding a new job can take 6 months or more, especially if you are looking for a high salary.
- Work on your Resume and LinkedIn profile to make sure everything is well put together, consistent, and presents you in the best light. Have friends and coworkers review them.
- Practice interviewing (with friends, in front of a mirror, record it) and answering common interview questions. If you haven't interviewed for a job in a few years you likely have lost some of your interview skills.
- If you feel you need professional help, go ahead. (I personally think there are enough free resources on the Internet, but some people need personal coaching.)
- Hit the job boards (Indeed, Glassdoor, etc.) and start applying.
Great ideas, thanks! The advantage of time is a blessing and a curse, but I’ve been with my own company for long enough that I’m motivated for the change.
Pay attention to your skills, equipment, It matters how much you trust yourself
The tech job market in Canada is extremely vibrant at the moment. If you're looking to make a move, one of the easiest ways right now is just to update your profile on LinkedIn and set our profile so that recruiters can find you. Just be prepared though that you'd likely get quite a lot of recruiters hitting you up and that can be overwhelming quickly.
However, if you do want to be strategic, think about the journey ahead of you. There are a vast number of events that you could attend to just meet people. Pre-pandemic, TechTO was a really great networking event and has a series of related events including MarTech that would have been interesting for you.
Love the idea of meeting up with folks at events, I’ve signed up with TechTO to learn more, thanks!
I am in the same boat. I believe my company is under paying me. I continue to grow academically and have also pursued and earned certifications for my next role. Though I love the work flexibility, giving me a pity raise that doesn't move my needle is unpalatable.
A good friend was recently offer a position as DS here. How low do you think Telus pays below market? Just curious.
The company is pretty transparent with compensation, the HR team conducts an annual analysis of the market and you receive the minimum, median and upper range for your pay band, and you are told that you should be at the median amount, which is the 50th percentile for the market. But if you’re promoted often, you generally get set at the base pay, as they restrict how much your salary increases can be. It’s pretty frustrating. If you come in as a new employee in a high position you can make more, which I’ve heard is a similar practice in other organizations.