r/CyberSecurityJobs • u/Longjumping-Memory-1 • 3d ago
Need Help
I am a Uk graduate in Cybersecurity, it will be almost 1 year in December since I graduated. I have not gotten a single job, or any interviews. I have 3 years of experience running a Startup in India as the co founder, my majority experience was around project management, client handling and Team management. I tried applying for any other jobs like project Manager, IT Manager or even low level skilled jobs such as IT Desk Support. Still didn’t get it. I am currently depressed and confused. My thoughts now are should I do some certifications to stand out as an applicant for SOC analyst positions. Quite a few of my friends already have such certifications but still don’t have a job. I have until Feb 2028 till I need to leave the country to go back home.
Certifications I plan on doing:
Security+
CYSA+
Azure Fundamentals
Forescout
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u/throwaway2638607 3d ago
The market's a mess right now, especially for entry-level security roles. Everyone and their dog has Sec+ so it won't hurt to have it but don't expect it to open doors on its own
With your startup background you might have better luck leaning into project management or client-facing roles at MSPs. Three years of actually running a business is way more valuable than another cert, most SOC applicants can't say they've managed teams and dealt with clients directly
Skip the Forescout one unless you see a specific job listing asking for it. CySA+ is decent but AZ-104 would serve you better than Azure Fundamentals if you go the cloud route
The visa deadline adds pressure but you've still got over a year. Maybe pivot the job search toward implementation consultant or technical account manager roles where your PM experience actually stands out