Oh Hell No...Not My Data

Episode 1: How to Start a Cybersecurity Career in 2026

In this episode of Oh Hell No...Not My Data, Keisha sits down with a cybersecurity school founder to unpack what it really takes to enter the field today. We talk about the truth behind cyber bootcamps, the skills employers are begging for, the mistakes beginners make, and how to build a career path that actually leads somewhere. If you're pivoting into cyber, curious about eGRC, or trying to understand where you fit in this industry, this conversation gives you the clarity you've been looking for. What you'll learn: * How to break into cybersecurity with no experience * The most underrated positions in cybersecurity * Why you need an advisor, mentor and sponsor * Why eGRC is becoming one of the fastest-growing entry points * How Automation Workz is training their students for the real world Whether you’re changing careers or building new skills, this episode gives you practical insight from someone shaping the next generation of cyber professionals You can connect with Ida Byrd-Hill on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/idabyrdhill/overlay/about-this-profile/?lipi=urn%3Ali%3Apage%3Ad_flagship3_profile_view_base%3BuOr1l6YEQ7yUrdKs2QGENQ%3D%3D Follow my show and stay connected: https://paa.ge/ohhellnonotmydata/en