If you’ve been applying for cybersecurity jobs and hearing nothing back… this might be why.

In this episode of the Cybersecurity Mentors Podcast, two active cybersecurity hiring leaders break down what’s actually preventing candidates from getting interviews — based on real hiring experience and large-scale resume data analysis.

We cover:

• How to write resume bullets that show impact (not just responsibilities)
• Why measurable results massively increase callback chances
• The biggest LinkedIn mistakes we see from entry-level candidates
• How to tailor your resume for SOC, Cloud, or GRC roles
• Why “spray and pray” job applying no longer works
• How portfolios, GitHub, and even short videos can help you stand out

Competition in cybersecurity is rising — and small details now make the difference between getting ignored and getting interviews.

If you want honest hiring manager feedback, this episode is for you.

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Cybersecurity doesn’t just have a talent gap — it has a leadership gap.

In this episode of The Cybersecurity Mentors Podcast, we sit down with Dave Berke, retired Marine Corps officer, former Top Gun instructor, and Chief Development Officer at Echelon Front, to talk about why leadership is missing across IT and cybersecurity — and why technical excellence alone is no longer enough.

Dave shares lessons learned from combat aviation, military leadership, and years of teaching leadership alongside Jocko Willink — and explains why leadership is a skill that must be learned, not a trait you’re born with.

In this episode, we cover:

• Why the “best technician” often struggles as a leader
• The leadership gap across cybersecurity and IT teams
• Why leadership isn’t about titles or authority
• How introverts and technical professionals can still become strong leaders
• The role of humility, ownership, and teamwork in healthy security teams
• How to lead from any position — even without a leadership title
• Why developing leaders is the ultimate test of leadership

If you work in cybersecurity, IT, engineering, or any technical field — this conversation will change how you think about your career growth.

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If you’ve been learning cybersecurity, applying for jobs, or working in the field—and your confidence has taken a hit—this episode is for you.

In Season 6, Episode 3 of The Cybersecurity Mentors Podcast, Steve and John break down why confidence drops so often in cybersecurity and how to rebuild it in a real, practical way.

We talk about:

• How lack of confidence shows up in interviews and on the job
• Why rejection, layoffs, and career changes fuel imposter syndrome
• The difference between chasing confidence and building competence
• How small wins and repetition rebuild belief over time
• Why failure is part of growth—not a sign you don’t belong
• How community feedback helps silence self-doubt

This episode isn’t about hype or “fake it till you make it.”
It’s about earning confidence through action, consistency, and support.

You don’t need to be perfect.
You need reps, feedback, and people in your corner.

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