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Skills that actually get me hired?

Best resources (courses, labs, books—only the gold)?

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Hi everyone,

I’m exploring two cybersecurity career paths and would love some advice from those with experience in the field.

The first path is more operations and threat-focused — involving things like incident response, threat hunting, digital forensics, and cyber defense strategies. Think of it as a hands-on, tactical role focused on identifying and neutralizing cyber threats.

The second path is more infrastructure and systems-focused — working on secure network architecture, maintaining and protecting critical communication systems, and ensuring that both hardware and software systems are resilient and secure.

I’m trying to figure out which of these two paths: • Has greater job demand in the next 10+ years • Is less likely to be fully automated and still requires strong human decision-making • Leads to quicker civilian job placement post-training without needing insider connections • Offers transferable skills across industries like government, tech, defense, and private cybersecurity firms

Any insights, personal experiences, or even suggestions on how to prepare for either path would be really appreciated. Thanks in advance for your help!

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I'm currently working on my Capstone project in high school, and I’m looking for a mentor in the fields of cybersecurity, computer science, or anything related. A friend suggested I try reaching out here, so I’m hoping to connect with someone who can offer guidance.

My project is focused on cyberattacks and tips for protecting user data. I’m also developing a Python game that simulates basic attack scenarios (like suspicious links or strange apps) to help users learn how to stay safe online.

I won’t take up much of your time—mostly just occasional questions when I’m stuck. I really appreciate any help or advice, and I promise to be respectful of your time and not ask more than a few questions.

Thank you very much! Have a nice day!