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This and the servers/linux stuff is the most interesting part of my job. I do have my doubts about being able to get into it since I suppose you really have to
by thatcodingdude 6y ago
This and the servers/linux stuff is the most interesting part of my job. I do have my doubts about being able to get into it since I suppose you really have to master low level dev (which I don't) and I don't think I can get a job as self-taught in this field.
- bashwizard 6y agoWhy not try it out by start messing around with it and get a feel for it? But to answer your question: no, you don't. You already have more than enough prerequisites for an easier transition. https://pentesterlab.com https://pentesterlab.com https://portswigger.net/web-security https://portswigger.net/web-security Have fun! Edit: I'm completely self-taught and I've been working in the field for a few years. No dev or even IT background prior to getting into network pentesting and web app pentesting.
- thatcodingdude 6y agoNeat, thanks for the advice. Pentesting got a spot on mr. learning list's wild ride.
- frenchman99 6y agoIf you like devops and security, have a look at SRE (Site Reliability Engineering) positions. Companies look for software engineers to fill these positions. And you'll work on security related stuff. Not necessarily pen-testing per se, but network security, operational security, etc. Also, teams with SRE expertise most likely use modern tech because SRE itself is a rather new way of managing infrastructure. So you'll probably be able to get your hands dirty with lots of cool tech.
- thatcodingdude 6y agoNice, thought you needed sysadmin background for SRE. I'll look into that, thanks.
- ta17711771 6y ago> I don't think I can get a job as self-taught in this field. Good security firms are the last ones to gatekeep over a degree or other paper.