Cyber Security, Career Development, Networking, Leadership and GRC - Jacob Larsen

Jacob Larsen is a Cyber Security manager who has extensive knowledge in information security management, and a broad range of experience in both technical and non-technical cyber security engagements.

In this conversation we discuss how to break into cyber security, developing soft skills, networking and career progression.

Connect with Jacob:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/jacobcyber/

OUTLINE:
00:00 - Introduction
1:15 - Background
4:17 - Landing an Internship
7:47 - Networking
10:27 - Developing Soft Skills
14:26 - Day to day as a Cyber Security Manager
17:42 - Developing Leadership skills
21:17 - Technical role vs non-technical role
31:42 - Advice for young people
33:37 - Do you need a Degree
35:22 - Self study vs Degree
48:21 - Skills Shortage in Cyber Security
51:35 - Cyber Security Entry level jobs
53:17 - Interview Tips
55:30 - How to progress your career
56:50 - Passing the CISSP
1:00:25 - Personal Brand
1:02:21 - Web3 Security
1:04:14 - Conference Talks
1:08:52 - Building a LinkedIn profile
1:11:40 - Work Culture
1:14:13 - Working at Big 4
1:23:49 - Job Hopping
1:26:58 - Future Goals
1:33:47 - Penetration Testing
1:35:46 - Runescape
1:38:15 - Bitcoin