Think Positive Cyber

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Job searching with a Master of Science in Cybersecurity, which I earned in November 2023, has been an unexpectedly challenging and emotionally draining experience. Despite the hard work and late nights I poured into my degree, I’ve spent the past year struggling to find a position that reflects my skills and aspirations. Working at Rosa Parks Elementary in San Diego, CA, while meaningful, often feels like a world apart from the cybersecurity field I’m so passionate about. Each rejection email chips away at my confidence, leaving me feeling stuck and questioning if I’ll ever land the job I’ve worked so hard to qualify for.

This blog is my way of channeling those feelings into something constructive. Writing about my journey—the highs, the lows, and everything in between—helps me process the weight of these emotions and remind myself that I’m not alone in this struggle. Sharing my thoughts here also gives me hope: hope that by reflecting on my progress and connecting with others, I’ll rekindle my belief that I have what it takes to succeed in cybersecurity. Someday, I know I’ll look back at this as just one chapter in my story—a stepping stone on the path to a fulfilling career.

  • Ransomware Attacks Rising Across Organizations Worldwide

    Ransomware attacks are continuing to rise across organizations around the world. I recently read an article discussing how groups like LockBit have become some of the most active ransomware operators. These attacks often target businesses, hospitals, schools, and government agencies. Cybersecurity researchers have observed that ransomware groups are increasingly organized and operate almost like businesses.…

  • Scripting and Automation for Security+ SY0-701 Success

    Today I studied Scripting and Automation – CompTIA Security+ SY0-701 (Objective 4.7) with Professor Messer, and this topic is critical for anyone preparing for the Security+ exam or working in cybersecurity, IT administration, cloud security, or network engineering. I learned that scripting allows for the automation of functions that would otherwise require manual effort. Instead…

  • Honeywell Camera Security Alert Explained

    On February 26, 2026, the United States Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency revised advisory ICSA-26-048-04 regarding Honeywell HIB2PI and HDZ series CCTV cameras. These cameras are commonly used in commercial facilities and monitoring systems. The advisory explained that a vulnerability existed because a critical function in the system did not require proper authentication. In practical…