A lot of people still think cybersecurity rewards the same candidates it rewarded 3 years ago.
It doesn’t.
The old market rewarded people who could memorize enough to pass a cert and throw keywords on LinkedIn.
The new market rewards people who can actually show proof.
AI changed the game fast.
Now employers care more about:
• projects
• communication
• practical skill
• adaptability
• AI usage without dependency
The people getting interviews today are building labs, documenting projects, and learning how to use AI productively.
Not just collecting certificates.
That’s why so many people feel “qualified” but still can’t land interviews.
The market rewards different people now.
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