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How to Get Into Cybersecurity in 2023: A Step-by-Step Guide

Unlocking the Secrets to a Successful Cybersecurity Career: A Step-by-Step Guide for Beginners

Mike Takahashi (TakSec)
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6 min readFeb 3, 2023

If you’re excited by cybersecurity, hacking, bug bounty, or penetration testing, and want to get into it full-time, this guide is for you. Focus on how to make yourself more valuable in cybersecurity by hacking and coding, not through certifications or degrees.

1. Hands-on Training

Get Savvy with Linux and Bash Scripting

Linux is one of the most popular operating systems for servers and is widely used in the cybersecurity field. Bash scripting is a powerful tool for automating tasks and is a common skill among cybersecurity professionals.

Learn to Code

Rust, Go, and Python are all popular programming languages in the cybersecurity field. Start with any of these languages and build practice tools or even hacking tools to learn.

Hacking Labs

Learn by hacking labs that purposefully have vulnerabilities to exploit. Start with the easiest ones with a vulnerability class that interests you:

Hack Bug Bounty Programs

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