Security Bsides Las Vegas 2024

Brute Force Your Job Application
2024-08-06 , Florentine B

Job hunting? Yeah, it sucks. But what if you could hack through the job search maze with insider tips and tricks? This talk will arm you with the essentials to build a killer profile, establish a standout personal brand, demonstrate proactive job applications, and guide you through successful interviews. Get ready to 'Brute Force Your Job Application' and advance to the next stage in your career.


Drawing from years of experience and numerous presentations, "Brute Force Your Job Application" is a comprehensive guide through the entire job application lifecycle in cybersecurity. This talk is designed to start at the very beginning, not just when you’re ready to apply but to lay the foundations for applications with a competitive advantage.

Foundation Building: We kick off with how to lay down the groundwork for a successful job hunt. This includes identifying your career goals, understanding the cybersecurity job market, and developing skills to make you a standout candidate.

Profile and Brand Creation: Learn how to craft an engaging professional profile and a personal brand that resonates within the cybersecurity community. We’ll discuss strategies for effectively showcasing your expertise and experiences on platforms like LinkedIn and beyond.

Resumes: This segment includes a detailed example and a live Q&A to address your specific questions and challenges.

Job Application Strategy and Proactive Job Hunting: Moving beyond traditional job applications, I’ll guide you on how to seek out opportunities and maximise every application. This section covers networking techniques, the use of social media for job hunting, and how to approach potential employers directly.

Interview Preparation: By failing to prepare, you are preparing to fail. We’ll explore how to prepare for job interviews.

Navigating Job Offers: We conclude with insights on handling job offers, including evaluating offers, negotiating terms, and making decisions that align with your long-term career aspirations.

Demos:
Resume
LinkedIn profile
Proactive job hunting

Demos will be pre-recorded in case anything goes wrong.

Q&A

A passionate contributor to the infosec community, Ricki is a co-organizer of BSides Gold Coast (2024) and SecTalks Gold Coast. He has also organized career villages, hosted workshops, and presented at AISA CyberCon, AusCERT, BSides Canberra, BSides Melbourne, BSides Perth, and CHCon. Ricki is also a former Resume Review volunteer at BSides LV.

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