We are joined by Michael McGuiness who is a Senior Cybersecurity Specialist at the Co-Operative Bank. The former Chemistry graduate from Durham University has recently celebrated five years at the Co-Operative Bank. Michael was also recently nominated as the Cyber Security Awards newcomer of the year for 2020.

Key Minutes:

2:26 - Hearing of Cybersecurity

05:02 - Finding first job in cybersecurity

08:10 - The skills gap

09:22 - Graduate Scheme

11:22 - Launching Cyber Awareness week

18:22 - Career mapping

20:22 - Getting mentors

22:42 - Certifications

24:50 - Getting into cybersecurity

25:47 - Ten Quick Fire Questions

You can find Michael at:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-mcguinness-6406041a1/

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This podcast is sponsored by:

Cyber Security Professionals: www.cybersecurity-professionals.com