Security demand is real, but most roles assume IT fundamentals. Here is the realistic, defensive route in.
The problem
Cybersecurity is marketed as a high-demand field you can jump straight into, so beginners aim there first, then stall when every job posting assumes IT experience they do not have. The demand is real; the 'no fundamentals needed' promise is not.
Why this matters now
Workforce studies like ISC2's keep highlighting a security skills gap, and EU bodies such as ENISA emphasise defensive capability. But the same sources describe roles that assume networking, systems and identity knowledge. Knowing this early prevents months of applying to roles that were never entry-level.
