How to Become a Cybersecurity Expert: Stories and Lessons from SANS’ Nik Alleyne

In this webcast, SANS Certified Instructor, Nik Alleyne is going to share his story about how he ended up in IT, transitioned to cybersecurity, what his work looks like now, his goals for the future, and key lessons from his journey. We hope you enjoy his story and come prepared to pepper him with questions.
SANS Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Task Force is focusing on being intentional about developing a pipeline of BIPOC excellence into the IT and Cybersecurity field. We know we can do more, so we are. In addition to the various initiatives in the works, we want to help inspire and motivate up-and-coming BIPOC cybersecurity professionals in our midst already by introducing you to the possibilities of what your future could hold.
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[@fairfox7670]

I am honoured to have you as my understudy, you have made all of us proud back here in Guyana. What I saw in you I have seen it materialized far and above my expectations Nik. Keep up the good works, anyone who would have gotten to pleasure of interacting with you knows how down to earth you are. Stay safe and keep up the good works. As we would say in our GT parlance from SMH to now SMGL.

[@calvinmarks7799]

Thanks for sharing Nik, it was a pleasure working with you at Guyana Chronicle.

[@AlgoNudger]

According to my (minimum) standard, to become a Cybersecurity expert (at least) you have to pass SANS Cyber Guardian program (RED & BLUE), first!!! 😂👍🔥

[@todyme8807]

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[@todyme8807]

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