From Web Development to Cyber Defense

Being laid off from my front-end web development role became the turning point that launched my transition into cybersecurity. I had always been interested in security, but that life-changing moment gave me the push to pursue it as a career.

Transferable skills from web development to cybersecurity

With a background in web development, I transitioned into cybersecurity with a strong understanding of web application architecture, enabling effective analysis of web attacks such as SQL injection, XSS, and authentication bypass.

Web Architecture

Over 4 years of experience building web applications. Good understanding of how the web works.

HTML, CSS, JavaScript

A better understanding of core web-based coding helps detect tampering in code.

Debugging

An investigative and troubleshooting mindset translates to strong problem-solving skills.

Login Systems

Experience in detecting logging issues and applying good credentials practices to protect users’ accounts.

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It takes 20 years to build a reputation and a few minutes of a cyber-incident to ruin it

Stephane Nappo, VP global CISO 

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