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Considering a career in security? Here's some advice.

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Date Published
Author
Heather Simpson
Word Count
2,872
Company Posts That Month
21
Language
English
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Summary

GitLab's blog series highlights the journeys and insights of women in its security organization, focusing on their experiences and strategies for thriving in the tech industry. Despite challenges such as the low representation of women in tech and the tendency for young women to leave the field by age 35, GitLab aims to foster inclusivity through initiatives like outbound hiring, mentorship programs, and resource groups. The featured women, including security engineers and compliance specialists, share their paths into security, emphasizing the importance of embracing risk, continual learning, and collaboration. They offer advice on starting a career in security, noting that a willingness to explore new opportunities and learn on the job is crucial, even when not fully qualified. The series underscores security as a collective effort that requires ongoing adaptation and a proactive mindset, with each professional offering unique perspectives on how security can enable business growth and innovation.

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