CISO Barbee Mooneyhan joins The Root to CISO Podcast to discuss what truly matters when building a cybersecurity career — and it’s not just degrees or certifications. 

Barbee explains why hands-on experience, community involvement, and the ability to apply knowledge often outweigh a long list of credentials. She shares why certifications like the CISSP or GPEN can be valuable tools for learning, but warns that memorizing material without real-world application won’t get you far.

Whether you’re breaking into cybersecurity or advancing toward leadership, this clip is a must-listen for anyone wondering: Do I really need more certifications, or just more experience?