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In this special Q&A episode of The Cybersecurity Mentors Podcast, we answer REAL questions submitted directly by our community about breaking into cybersecurity in 2026.

We cover:

• How to become employable in your first 90 days 
• The best entry-level IT and cybersecurity roles 
• What hiring managers ACTUALLY look for 
• Home labs that recruiters care about 
• CompTIA vs GIAC certifications 
• MBA vs technical degrees for future CISOs 
• Common mistakes junior analysts make 
• Networking, mentorship, and career growth 
• What surprised us most working in cybersecurity 
• How to stand out when everyone says they want “experience” 

We also share personal stories from our own careers, lessons learned, and advice we wish someone gave us earlier.

If you're trying to break into cybersecurity, grow your career, or avoid common mistakes, this episode is for you. 

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