Varonis, Dec 18, 2019—What Working in Cybersecurity is Really Like: A Day in the Life
Great career advice provided by Steve Tcherchian, Chief Information Security Officer at XYPRO, a cybersecurity analytics company.
Main Takeaways:
- Find a mentor, then listen and learn. The best leaders will be energized to share their experiences – both positive and negative.
- Don’t be afraid to push the envelope. Respect the processes in place but it’s okay to question them.
- Adaptability – Just because you thought of something doesn’t mean someone cannot build something better on it. Allow for that.
Q: Advice you’d give to someone who is interested in pursuing your career?
A: “I would suggest to anyone deciding to enter this line of work is to find yourself a mentor – listen and learn. The best leaders will be energized to share their experiences – both positive and negative – and want you to do better than them.”
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Steve Tcherchian, CISSP, PCI-ISA, PCIP is CEO of XYPRO Technology, a leading provider of mission-critical cybersecurity solutions that protect the digital backbone of industries worldwide. With over 20 years of experience, Steve brings a unique blend of technical expertise, strategic vision, and a customer-first approach that has transformed XYPRO into a top-tier cybersecurity provider, driving record growth and accelerated adoption of its threat detection and compliance solutions across diverse sectors.
A passionate advocate for cybersecurity, Steve is dedicated to demystifying the complexities of the industry and sharing actionable insights on global stages as a sought-after speaker. His contributions extend beyond the podium: as a former member of the ISSA CISO Advisory Council, the X9 Security Standards Committee, the Forbes Tech Council, and as a patent holder, Steve has shaped pivotal cybersecurity standards and innovations that safeguard the world’s most critical workloads.
