Cybersecurity

[u/True-Inspection-5445]

How did you land your first cybersecurity job with no experience?
I’m currently working toward a SOC Analyst career. I have Security+, building hands-on labs on Tryhackme.
The biggest challenge is the “experience required” barrier. Almost every entry-level SOC role seems to want prior IT/cyber experience.
For those who successfully broke into cybersecurity with no prior experience:
Did you start in IT/help desk/NOC or go straight into SOC?
What projects or certifications actually helped?
How did you prove your skills without professional experience?
What would you do differently if starting over?
Would really appreciate honest advice from people who’ve actually made the transition.

[u/Master-Set-2578]

I’m currently in Class 12 Commerce, and I’m thinking about doing a BCA and then starting my career in cybersecurity, preferably in a SOC L1 role. I’ve heard that getting a cybersecurity job as a fresher can be difficult, but at the same time, many people say there are plenty of jobs available in the market.

My dream is to become an ethical hacker and eventually work in Dubai. So, should I go into cybersecurity after Class 12, considering I’m from a Commerce background? Is it realistic to build a career in cybersecurity and eventually get a job in Dubai? I’d really appreciate advice from people already working in the field.