Software Engineering VS Cybersecurity

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back with another video talking about the differences between software engineering and cybersecurity and how I ended up in my current career.
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[@aliahmedtoorani6702]

I prefer cybersecurity over any sort of software engineering simply because of the mental comfort it provides as its remote and there’s no coding involved with certain roles hope I win 🤲🕌🕋

[@gideonbrown8138]

Me too... exactly right.

[@myhops]

plenty of fully remote software engineering jobs. but yea, cybsec often doesn't require coding unless you're on the automation side of it.

[@legokangaroo5010]

​​@@myhopsdoesnt pen testing and red team require it?

[@AtharvaKhodade-gn4qp]

yea little and being pen testing isnt easy cuz they r mostly preferd intermideiate or above senior level in short u hve to be perfect at it and there are rare pent test job for entry level i would say go with vurnubility assessment or managemnt rest choice is urs @@legokangaroo5010

[@lucywageni1645]

I have been really torn between software engineering and Cybersecurity but after listening to this I think I'm leaning more towards learning Cybersecurity for non coding roles specifically. Thank you Lola

[@Glass_Nkoaa]

I can see u're so scared of programming. It's coming to bite u on ur back side. 😂

[@JordanR34948]

U should do the coding u would literally master ur skill at cybersecurity giving a more understanding and 300k a year easily with both and will never get denied its fun to

[@JordanR34948]

But I would do software first then go to cyber because it literally takes months for cyber

[@kamsi61]

Here’s what I learned from the video: 1. SWE involves a lot more coding and creativity compared to Cybersecurity 2. Cybersecurity is a somewhat recession proof career as it is needed in most industries 3. Certifications are helpful for making the switch to cybersecurity. I’m in my last semester of college and I have been on the fence between Cybersecurity and SWE. This video was pretty insightful. Hope I get the Sec+ voucher.

[@shmbhvi969]

heyy, how has your journey been? and what do u do right now? i'm in my second year of college and pretty confused between SWE and Cyber security. I have a 3 month summer break right now, so i have time to decide in the summer break what i really want to do? i'd like some advice from u.

[@whosmaria1937]

as a student studying computer science aspiring to work in cyber security your chanel has been so so helpful. i’ve been working heavily on coding and keeping an open mind when it comes to creativity ! as i’m just learning i think i have more space to be more creative( safely of course )so my journey of learning alongside your chanell and at school makes it a bit more fun!

[@nabukuma]

I’ve been on the fence about learning full stack development of cybersecurity, so I’m doing both and deciding at the end

[@sannamahmood8681]

Hi Lola, thanks for this! This video has definitely confirmed I want to get into cyber security. I've already purchased the 2 books you mentioned in your last video now I just gotta buckle up, start the books and also watch the KZbin videos you mentioned. Defiantly gonna get that Comptia Security + certification 😉

[@ellena219]

Thank you so much for being so open and transparent. I enjoyed your videos and know feel more confident in transitioning into Cyber Security.

[@whales-earth]

Thank you miss lola for shedding light on my confused part ...you have been a blessing..

[@lorrainesietambi]

Thank you for all the videos you make especially on tiktok, inspired me look into cybersecurity☺️. I like that you mention how cybersecurity is needed in all industries so you can get alot of experience.

[@amandamoreira300]

Hey Lola, been following your content for a while as I transition into cybersec thanks so much for the insight! 🤞🏼for the CompTIA Security + xx

[@bentleybrooks1896]

Thank you for the video! I really needed a greater understanding of each role. This video truly captured that. Love and light! 🙂

[@Jay-ne7tl]

Very informative! Can’t wait for more content from you!

[@AnthonyRodriguez-gq1cc]

I have always been interested in coding. When I was young I learned web design and development. I learnt HTML and CSS and a little bit of JavaScript. I did quite a number of web site designs back then but never really continued. Fast forward to last few months I completed a program in cybersecurity and fell in love with cybersecurity. I’m now about to start another program in software engineering haha yes back to what I did earlier growing up. This video kind of reminds me of my own story. But however I’m happy to watch this video to see that I’m on the right path. I heard of react but never used it. Thank you for the video

[@Sonia-kp9ds]

Thank you for this, really helpful video. I’ve been looking at going into cyber security for a while now

[@SwingingPrime]

Gosh! This is so interesting 🤩. I have been taking notes to trace and walk your path. Thank you so much

[@lashaddict4763]

You’ve helped me make up my mind! Thank you so much!

[@thechrissyblanco]

Great video! I’m working on breaking into Cybersecurity (specifically Security Assurance) from a public service/Criminal Justice background. I find it difficult to find entry level roles. I’m studying for Security+ so I hope that helps me land my first role.

[@abiygirma1925]

did it help?

[@faithinnocentgabriel8451]

thank you very much dear LOLA. was very confuse for the one to choose. i love both courses but your makes me right course to choose for my life. cybersecurity to the world.

[@esthera6946]

Thank you Lola for the informative video! I have past experience as a Probation officer & would like to transition into GRC cybersecurity roles.

[@vishalshah7836]

Thank you always for your insight and advice, working my way through the courses which you recommend, also can't wait for your tech event, will be awesome :)

[@_jlew.jr-]

Thanks for this. I’m looking to transition into cybersecurity! Thanks for the explanation. Looking forward to seeing more videos

[@yassind6364]

Great contrasts and insights between the two professions

[@khalidmohammed7529]

Thank you so much for this, i really do appreciate it

[@pelumiodubote7111]

I love the fact that you were opened minded which helped your transition from software engineering to cyber sec and I will love if I’m given the opportunity to get the voucher as I have just finishing my msc in cyber security and I’m tryna break into the market here in the UK, thank you.

[@reelabdalla1289]

I just wanna say you are amazing to jump through all this respect ♥️♥️✅

[@tyra7809]

I have recently been interested in IT, thank you for the insight and process of getting an entry level and different types of certifications you can achieve to get any type of IT role.

[@EmmaFTN]

Loved this 🫶🏽🫶🏽🫶🏽🫶🏽

[@jolaiyat.ogunlusi615]

Thank you. this video has been very helpful with the information to decide what career path i want to choose.

[@sithembisomuzihlatshwako2999]

Software engineering is all about coding, and being creative while cyber security is all about ensuring standards, and working with the government to protect data, assets, and people.

[@poppyunstoppy9949]

I’m definitely interested in cyber security. There are so many tech fields. I noticed you said Cybersecurity is more by the book vs software development. I’d prefer that over creativity - less room for error lol

[@Amit_l92]

Really useful info. Great video!

[@itsd3br33]

Really well explained video, thanks!

[@deboraht4702]

Thank you so much for this

[@Virg034]

Appreciate your words💯 Helped me make a decision because I was stuck between the 2

[@tofunmia9768]

Super helpful, thank you! 📝 📝

[@dnl-gk5dp]

Great analysis, based on my experience, it checks out completely. For the impatient; the differences between both fields are outlined at 07:02

[@keshiak23]

Your Tiktok has really sparked my interest in cybersecurity and this video has really helped understanding the difference between the two. Starting off with the IBM Cybersecurity Basics you recommended to see how I get on 😆 what would you say your biggest challenge was transitioning into cybersecurity?

[@thejhsshow]

Thanks so much I’m transitioning to Cyber Security That’s helpful

[@alexispernell-nm6yn]

New here!! LOVED the video and i think you did a great job of explaining the differences! i think i am definitely a Cyber Security type of person. What certification did you start with for Cyber Security? I am studying for Sec+ and eventually want to get more of course, would love to hear your suggestions for additional certs!

[@boxer1639]

I loved this as I was really stuck starting off what I should do. Not sure if the winner for the security+ has been chosen, I'd love the opportunity for it if it hasn't 😊

[@PabzQuality]

Good video!

[@vinicio5263]

Crazy how this video reappeared! I watched half of it a year ago when I first started learning to code. Now I'm revisiting it after diving deeper into cyber security and even getting my Security+ certification. The timing is perfect because I'm trying to decide on a career path - I love coding but also enjoy cyber security. Maybe software engineering with a security focus could be a good fit?

[@LolaLovesTech]

Definitely!!! Go for it Platform Security Engineers focus on code and security

[@vinicio5263]

@@LolaLovesTech I will check it out, thank you!!

[@cubas5505]

It seems like I was too late! It’s awesome you’re giving away a voucher to this course. You talk about coding languages is this needed for entry level positions or is it more associated with medium to senior level required skill? Just trying to get in as soon as possible! Currently studying to take this exact course on udemy.

[@Verosapu]

I’ve always been into tech but when I heard about cyber security I knew it was for me too. But I do low-key wanna learn coding just to know lol.

[@joelcastro516]

Great video. Question about coding do I need it like the basics and will add to skills for my resume when venturing further in Cybersecurity?

[@porshahope5]

Really great information

[@nanagoldmxn]

Got some helpful information from this

[@elimiancaleb4058]

I loved this

[@lucassikora2454]

Just finished my first year of help desk at an MSP. Looking to get on a SOC team I think this cert would most definitely help ?

[@nayabshahzad1435]

Hi Lola thank you so much for making this video it was very useful. I’m currently a student in my final year and looking to get into cybersecurity. But I have no experience. Would you be able to give some advice on where to start. Thank you.

[@nneka61]

Thank you so much for this video - Would you be able to go into more detail about the non coding cybersecurity roles and what accreditations you gained to begin your journey? Also did your experience in software engineering and coding languages give you an advantage when interviewing for your first cybersecurity role?

[@LolaLovesTech]

Yes will definitely do a video on non coding roles. I wouldn't say that software engineering helped as my first role was actually non technical so what really got me through was my knowledge and showing my passion for the cyber industry was the feedback I got on what set me apart.

[@corpuzone]

Informative stuff thanks! I’m on an interest in coding myself but instead of software development it’s more “web” development. Would you say that’s lucrative career or cybersecurity is NOW the big thing more companies need to protect their data? I do know that starting salary is higher on average for a security analyst though vs web developer.

[@frandelafran]

i personally have been on the fence a lot of between the two but your contrasts in the video really confirmed what might might be best for me! Would you say after getting the certification and passing the exam even boosted your passion for the field more?

[@LolaLovesTech]

Yes it did! Even though studying was hard the more I learn the more passionate I became.

[@niniolascott1184]

Very informative

[@Andira.95]

Thanks for this informative video, can you pls do a video on devops.

[@KenBoyer-ij9iz]

Great video! I think a very important point you made was that Cybersecurity could work at any company. I am a structural engineer and got stuck in a career of designing buildings. There really aren't that many structural jobs in any given city so I had to move to different cities to climb the ladder. While their are 1000's of Civil Engineers in any given city. And Civil Engineers can just cross the street to get another job and a nice raise. Someone is going to give an example of where I am wrong. And they would be correct some of the time. While what I am saying is correct most of the time. And senior Civil Engineers generally make more money than structural engineers and have government jobs without any stress.... and live longer.

[@trevoranderson226]

Please, can explain all that it’s takes to be a cyber security expert and what the pay looks like. Thank you

[@AikotheGod]

This is a great video I have been creating my own app and I have to tell you a little bit hard coming from someone that has a Masters of cybersecurity and can't get a Cyber security job, but have cyber security certifications and software engineering, certifications and cloud I just would like to know what steps can I take because I do have IT experience

[@HusnaAgboola]

Hi Lola how long did it take you to prepare for ComptiA security+

[@eachoneoils76]

It's great to see more women giving information about cybersecurity. Great video

[@drawlight7755]

Please help... I'm a BSCS sophomore and I'm more on the creative side and coding thing but I'm thinking of Cybersecurity instead of Software Engineer....Since like what you said in the video, that companies needs Cybersecurity more than Software Engineer.

[@thefactspewer]

Which has better pay rate and better work life balance? Nay information would be helpful.

[@dwitestifl3r353]

I love herrrrr

[@tahntalus]

What skills do you need to try hack me and hack the box? Are they beginner/noob friendly?

[@realnewsnews9786]

What's the work life balance in cubersecurity ?

[@ubersounds7766]

What’s the starting wage of each

[@odumkabiwe3017]

IT helped you discover Cybersecurity

[@bartlewis7398]

I’m contemplating cybersecurity or swe

[@bhisanrai4815]

Based in UK Hi Lola, Due to my employment contract, I won't be able to leave my current job until Nov 2024 and it is not a tech field which I really want to get into. Currently, I am very interested in Cyber Security and due to being overwhelmed with what's available online, I can't decide on where to start. Would love to get some advice on it. Thanks in advance. 🙏🙏

[@danielmcpherson9062]

Can you not hand in your 2 weeks notice?

[@iespinosa31]

Probably you could of bridge the gap and become malware analysis. I am actually studying both fields and they go both hand in hand.

[@odumkabiwe3017]

I know this doesn't concern the video.But I have a few certificates of my own from Cisco

[@gammalord9986]

❤

[@hadizaesther]

Hi Lola, how can I reach out to you privately please

[@IneffablePanther]

sista im going to have to disagree with you on that point (11:35) WHO do you think builds the things for people like you to protect in the first place every company on the planet is using some form or shape of programming or Software that was built by a group of SE and THEN and only then protected by Cybersecuritypeople (meaning without SE there would be nothing to protect if they didn't build or fix the code with new and old software). We both need each other to keep our jobs lol. other than that great video love the content, I Love to see black women succeeding in tech!!

[@williammartin4054]

Is there any job in cyber security that only focus on hacking and coding?

[@LolaLovesTech]

Yes penetration tester

[@abubakarhamisu1173]

Can you just have a degree on software engineering and later on make you masters in cyber security?

[@cashmoney2443]

I am ready to write the exam but do not have the funds..I would appreciate a voucher

[@TheJoiegal]

This was very helpful in defining the two. I have been interested in cybersecurity since lockdown, but I don’t know how to get into it. I went ahead to get a project management certificate in 2021 and got a consultation role in projects. I haven’t been able to get into project management like I would like to. Now I’m back at cybersecurity which is how I found Your Tiktok and KZbin. I feel like I am all over the place. Like you, I’m a very analytical person, and I like researching and looking into things. I know cybersecurity would be a good fit for me. I would ideally want to be a project manager in cybersecurity.

[@gideonbrown8138]

I prefer cyber security

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[@rhajhijohnson3735]

Thank soo much for such an amazing video i leaned a lot from it . And your speech give me a hope that definitely there people doing cyber security.. pls I'll sincerely appreciate it if you can give me any of your handle be it Facebook or WhatsApp there a lot i still want to ask in relating to cyber security .. my name is Raji Johnson from Nigeria a student of obafemi awolowo university.. I'll be looking forward to positive response from you thank you

[@monicaCoffa]

An incredibly informative video .Thank You for sharing all of this information,it is really helpful 🫶 hoping for my chance in Comptia 🙏

[@PlaylistMerchant]

This video explained my path precisely(well kinda), I was interested in software development but once I enrolled myself in the Google Cybersecurity Course, I found myself wanting to know and researching about so many branches in cybersecurity

[@emma.a-m]

Very informative