#IAMSECURITY

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#IAMSECURITYREADY

"I Am Security." It's a bold statement."I Am Security" acknowledges that you--no matter your background or what professional path you traveled to be where you are today--are the future of the security profession. Even with little or no prior experience, but with tons of commitment to succeed, you are wanted and needed, right now.So, kudos on your decision to break into security! Organizations worldwide direly need what you bring to the table. Security is an exciting and fast-growing field with a wide range of career opportunities available to you.Get started by completing the steps below to let employers, hiring authorities, and colleagues know that you are ready to make the leap into security.

LinkedIn ProfileAdd the IAMSecurityReady blue badge to your LinkedIn profile under Licenses & Certifications as outlined here. This badge has been specifically designed for you and does not require any formal registration on your part. It is an easy and visible way to put focus on your career move.// Name: IAMSecurityReady
// Issuing organization: IAMSecurity Initiative
// Check the "This credential does not expire" box
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// Credential URL: copy and paste this link

You may also save and use the badge QR Code below in your resume or LinkedIn and other social media posts.

LinkedIn GroupJoin the IAMSecurity LinkedIn group, which you can access via this link or the icon at the top of this site.Create a new post on the group page and introduce yourself. Let hiring managers and others know you are ready to break into security, what you have to offer, and what you are looking for in your first career opportunity. Again, don't worry about a lack of prior hands-on security experience or training, that's why you are here. Close out your post by including the hashtags #IAMSecurity and #IAMSecurityReady.Help grow membership via the "Invite your connections" button, and also be sure to follow the #IAMSecurityHiring hashtag in LinkedIn as an easy way to find new early-career opportunities.

You're now off to a great start!All the best in this exciting new phase of your career. You will accomplish great things!

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#IAMSECURITYHIRING

As an employer, hiring authority, or security professional you can help bring about a tidal shift in how organizations hire security talent.You understand the critical shortage of security talent that exists globally. You also recognize that the current hiring model is broken. Far too many positions go unfilled because of high barriers to entry and fierce competition. We continue to recruit and compete for the same scarce, experienced, highly-skilled workers, which undermines workforce stability, career development, and succession planning at most organizations.Without a highly motivated and trainable entry-level workforce, there is no way to realistically scale security programs and build capabilities to the level necessary to defend against today's security threats. Something has to give.This initiative's objective is simple: Reaching candidates with little to no prior experience but with the motivation and commitment to succeed, helping organizations invest in their own security future.

Job PostingsConsider removing all unnecessary experience requirements from future security job postings where a little investment in on-the-job experience and skills training will suffice, and advertise these positions as true entry-level opportunities.For existing job postings, unless the position warrants deep expertise, consider additional candidates who do not meet the stated experience or skill requirements.Include the hashtag #IAMSecurityHiring in your organization's job postings. This can serve as a beacon to the industry and demonstrate your organization's commitment to radically changing early-career security hiring for the better.

LinkedInJoin and post your organization's entry-level security job opportunities to the IAMSecurity LinkedIn group, which can be accessed via this link or the icon at the top of this site. Be sure to include the hashtag #IAMSecurityHiring to ensure your posts appear in search results.Continually check the group's page to connect with candidates looking for what you have to offer. Join group discussions to engage with job seekers and career movers in their journey. They need your support and encouragement. And you need them!

If you are an experienced security professional there are a few easy ways you can also have a big impact:// Amplify posts you see that include the #IAMSecurityHiring hashtag across your network.// Join the IAMSecurity LinkedIn group to advocate, mentor, or coach.// Follow the #IAMSecurityReady hashtag to find people seeking opportunities and offer a helping hand.

On behalf of countless recent graduates, career changers, transitioning military members, and others looking to make their first leap into the security profession...THANK YOU!

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#IAMSECURITYHIRED

Congratulations, you found your new career opportunity in security! Now is a great time to share your accomplishment.

Replace the blue badge you added to your LinkedIn profile previously with the IAMSecurityHired teal badge under Licenses & Certifications, as outlined below. Your achievement will be a visual inspiration to others still making their career move.// Name: IAMSecurityHired
// Issuing organization: IAMSecurity Initiative
// Check the "This credential does not expire" box
// Issue date: Month / Year you claim the badge
// Credential ID: Leave blank
// Credential URL: copy and paste this linkCreate another post on the LinkedIn group page to celebrate your achievement. It will let other job seekers know they are on the right track to succeed, just as you were. Be sure to include the hashtags #IAMSecurity and #IAMSecurityHired.

You may also save and use the badge QR Code below in your resume or LinkedIn and other social media posts.

You made it. All the best on your new career path!

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ABOUT

IAMSecurity is a grass-roots initiative to address the global shortage of security talent. In short, it is focused on maximizing hiring opportunities for people who currently lack prior job experience in security, but who possess the motivation, aptitude, and drive to be successful in the profession if afforded the opportunity.The logo mark reflects this mission.The #IAMSECURITY title incorporates the initiative's primary hashtag and is capitalized to reflect its bold purpose.The Shield represents the security profession as a whole. It is bisected vertically into two shades of blue, representing change and transition.The Lighthouse represents opportunity and a beacon toward new security careers.The Open Book represents a commitment to continuous learning, practical experience, and professional excellence.The Stars represent the champions who inspire and guide others as they navigate toward their professional future.

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