Randi Parker
@randjp
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We agree!! Tech industry as a whole would benefit. Check out https://t.co/TCEh5IBZXY
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Summary of H.R.3174 - 115th Congress (2017-2018): CHANCE in TECH Act
@CompTIA #cybertownhall. I believe our profession would benefit greatly from apprenticeship-style programs.
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@msbkb Executive Director @GEM_AmplifyHER and Sr Director Partner Engagement @CreateITFuture @randjp are having a fireside chat on Why the Tech Industry Should Embrace Mothers Leaving Incarceration at #WITSVirtual22 Don't miss this important conversation https://t.co/UOir1QXIKK
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@CompTIA #CyberTownHall 60% of companies use training to build security expertise and 48% pursue certifications
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@CompTIA I would say yes. We need to influence pop culture to show what heroes security teams really are. #cybertownhall
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Big thanks to everyone who participated in today’s #CyberTownHall. We will continue the discussion w/ Administration and Congress
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@CompTIA @CompTIAAdvocacy Thank you @CompTIA for pulling together #CyberTownHall on important issue!
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@CompTIA Internships are key & expanding cert programs to include beginner baselines. A computer science major could earn a jr CISSP. #cybertownhall
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@CompTIA 90% breaches could be stopped w/ pretty basic cyber hygiene. People & Process huge factor. #CyberTownHall
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@randjp @CompTIA There are also a wide variety of careers in the security filed that are not explicitly technical - there is room for all... #CyberTownHall
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Q6 With the influx of cybersecurity breaches in the news, what should companies be doing to protect themselves? #CyberTownHall
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@LeaderQuest_USA @CompTIA @randjp @CompTIAAdvocacy Over 95 percent of security incidents are caused by human error according to research performed by @IBM
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@CompTIA Encourages critical thinking. It's good to know stuff, for sure, but need to effectively apply that knowledge & solve probs! #CyberTownHall
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@CompTIA (SC3) trained 6800 6th-12th graders in cybersecurity education. Some go government route and some stay in private sector. #CyberTownHall
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@CompTIA Workforce shortage is over-arching, projected 1.8 million shortage in US by 2020. No easy fix. PPP essential. #CyberTownHall
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@CompTIA @CompTIAAdvocacy #CyberTownHall we need more mentors for students it will help them realize their full potential-they too can pursue a career in cyber!
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@CompTIA The number #1 skill is grit and willingness to learn. This industry evolves every 12-18 months. #CyberTownHall
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@CompTIA Another set of needs that come to mind are increases in ICS/SCADA and embedded systems. Really need help here! #CyberTownHall
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Q2 What skills/education are needed for someone to get into a career in cybersecurity? #CyberTownHall
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Security does not happen in a silo - every employee should consider themselves to be on the security team... #CyberTownHall
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@CompTIA #cybertownhall There is an ongoing need (and gap) for "hands on" practitioners. Those who can apply concepts are in the best position
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