TheNEW Cybersecurity Podcast,Cybersecurity Uncomplicated with Cyber Queen. Whether you’re starting from scratch, already trying to break in, or feeling overwhelmed by the endless resources and advice out there, this cybersecurity podcast is for you..🔏🚀

In this episode of Cybersecurity Uncomplicated, Kourtney Hayes, a Senior Cybersecurity Program Owner at AWS, discusses her unique journey into cybersecurity, the essential skills for success, and the importance of community and mentorship in tech.

🎧 Tune in to this episode where we discuss:

🔹 How to break into cybersecurity (even without a technical background)

🔹 Overcoming imposter syndrome & building confidence in a male-dominated field

🔹 Top cybersecurity tools & frameworks (including the NIST framework)

🔹 The power of soft skills & storytelling in interviews

🔹 Why mentorship & diversity initiatives matter in cybersecurity

🔹 How to balance mental health and career growth in high-pressure environments.

Kourtney also shares her role in the Amazon Black Employee Network, her favorite parts of working at AWS, and her dream of becoming a travel content creator!

Whether you're a cybersecurity beginner, a woman in tech, or a professional looking for career advice, this episode is packed with actionable insights to help you succeed.

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