Finding success in a tough market
Today’s VetSec Impact Story comes directly from our member who shared this in our community. No Q+A format, just a great little success story. I have a win to share: after a year and a half of job hunting, I finally found a stable job…
House-Husband breaking into Cybersecurity
Can you tell us a little about yourself and your background before joining VetSec? Prior Navy (1997–2005), then a househusband until recently becoming gainfully employed. How did you first learn about VetSec, and what motivated you to get involved? I found VetSec through the infosec…
Commonalities and Community, Truth among the Noise
Can you tell us a little about yourself and your background before joining VetSec? My name is David Rusher and I am a USMC 2x combat GWOT Veteran. My transition to civilian life was turbulant, with little to no preperation for what was ahead. I…
From Cryptologic Network Tech to Lead Security Engineer: Finding help with transition and translation
Can you tell us a little about yourself and your background before joining VetSec? I joined VetSec in 2023 while planning my transition out of the Navy. I had been serving for six years as a Cryptologic Technician Networks (CTN), working across cyber warfare roles….
From Air National Guard to Cyber R&D: How VetSec Helped One Veteran Level Up Their Cybersecurity Career and Negotiate Their Worth
As one steps out of the uniform and into the civilian workforce, one thing is definitely not clear: how much should I be paid, considering my knowledge and experience, as I move into this new role? In this edition of VetSec Impact Stories, we hear…
From Army Signal to Cyber Defense: How VetSec Helped Me Turn Military Experience into a Cybersecurity Career
The cybersecurity industry is vast with many paths and specialties. For someone new to the field, it can be daunting trying to figure out where to start and where they want to be. In this edition of VetSec Impact Stories, one member shares their experiences…
From Armor Crewman to Certified Ethical Hacker and beyond through VetSec training and mentorship
Even if you’ve been working in technology for a long time, the fun thing about it is that it’s always changing and you have to keep learning to stay on top of it. In today’s VetSec Impact Story, we hear from someone who has done…
From National Guard Medic to NOC + Pentester: Back to the Roots
Sometimes, the role you held while wearing the uniform is very different from both where you started and where you head next. In today’s VetSec Impact Story, we hear from a retired National Guard Medic about how they are returning back to the things they…
From Army IT to Digital Forensics: VetSec helps you to keep moving forward
While we have a lot of folks in our community that are looking for work, we also have those who have been around the industry for a bit and they are willing to share their knowledge and lived experience with each other. In today’s VetSec…
From Army Culinary Arts to Federal IT Service: Peer Support made the difference
Transitioning from a career as a decorated Army cook, this veteran initially struggled to bridge the gap between earning certifications and gaining the hands-on experience required for a cybersecurity role. Through the VetSec community, they accessed valuable resources that led directly to their first SOC…
From Nuclear Submarines to Cybersecurity Project Manager
Sometimes the most helpful advice comes from lived experiences. When it comes to getting started in a new industry, it helps to get those down-to-earth insights from people who aren’t afraid to tell it like it is. Veterans, and VetSec members, aren’t good at “sugar…
From the Marines to Cyber Threat Intelligence: Finding a Path
As we know, the cybersecurity industry is as deep as it is wide. There are many paths to choose from, and for many entering the field, knowing what the options are and how you will best serve in that field can be tough. In this…