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Mahendra's work combines: Technology, Government, and Working with Others
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Day In The Life
Skills &
Education
Here's the path I took:
High School
Royal Palm Beach High School
Bachelor's Degree
Cyber/Computer Forensics and Counterterrorism
University of Maryland-University College
Graduate Degree
Cyber/Computer Forensics and Counterterrorism
University of Maryland-University College
Certification
Homeland Security
COMPTIA
Here's the path I recommend for someone who wants to be a Computer User Support Specialists:
Bachelor's Degree: Cyber/Computer Forensics and Counterterrorism
Graduate Degree: Cyber/Computer Forensics and Counterterrorism
Certification: Homeland Security
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Defining Moments
How I responded to discouragement
THE NOISE
Messages from Friends:
Most Cyber Security professionals have been hacking for years, and that Cyber Security skills are not easily learned.
How I responded:
Honestly, if someone has 'been hacking for years', how are they earning a security clearance. I believe that students who are new to the field, but do not have much practical experience, are in a great position. The coursework that is being presented by professionals who are well-education and experienced. Every time I hear 'noise', I like to fact-check and do my own research. Factually, Cyber Security is in-demand and is not an exclusive club of teenage brainiacs!