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Defense in Depth

How Should We Trust Entry Level Employees?

Jun 8, 2023
This podcast explores the challenges of trusting entry-level security professionals and how they can build trust and take on more responsibilities. It emphasizes the importance of mentorship, training, and institutionalized processes. The speakers also discuss the significance of self-thinking and problem-solving skills, as well as embracing imperfection and the value of entry-level employees.
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Quick takeaways

  • Entry-level security professionals can gain trust by starting with predefined checklists and gradually increasing access as their maturity level improves.
  • Organizational leaders should invest in new talent, provide learning opportunities, and create an environment that fosters talent development and growth for entry-level cybersecurity professionals.

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Building trust with entry-level security professionals

Entry-level security professionals face challenges in gaining trust within organizations. The need to balance providing access with minimizing unnecessary risks is a crucial concern. The podcast discusses strategies for building trust and allowing green professionals to grow in their roles. Mentoring and shadowing more experienced professionals can provide guidance and support. Starting with predefined checklists and gradually increasing access as their maturity level improves is an effective approach. Examples of entry-level tasks include vulnerability assessment with guidance from experienced colleagues.

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