Tips for Getting the Right IT Job: New Cheat Sheet

Landing the right IT job requires preparation before you start looking, strategic use of social networking, and knowing how to negotiate compensation. Key steps include crafting a targeted resume, researching potential employers, and treating interviews as two-way conversations.

I published a new cheat sheet, this one offering practical tips for finding and getting the right job in Information Technology, with a slant towards information security. You can view the contents on the web or print them as a 1-page PDF file.

This cheat sheet covers the following topics:

What to do before you start looking for a job
How to use social networking as an ongoing part of your career
Steps towards finding the IT position worth pursuing
Advice on crafting and polishing your resume
Tips for negotiating a favorable compensation package

About the Author

Lenny Zeltser is a cybersecurity executive with deep technical roots, product management experience, and a business mindset. As CISO at Axonius, he leads the security and IT program, focusing on trust and growth. He is also a Faculty Fellow at SANS Institute and the creator of REMnux, a popular Linux toolkit for malware analysis. Lenny shares his perspectives on security leadership and technology at zeltser.com.

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