We are joined by Michael McGuiness who is a Senior Cybersecurity Specialist at the Co-Operative Bank. The former Chemistry graduate from Durham University has recently celebrated five years at the Co-Operative Bank. Michael was also recently nominated as the Cyber Security Awards newcomer of the year for 2020.

Key Minutes:2:26 - Hearing of Cybersecurity05:02 - Finding first job in cybersecurity08:10 - The skills gap09:22 - Graduate Scheme11:22 - Launching Cyber Awareness week18:22 - Career mapping20:22 - Getting mentors22:42 - Certifications24:50 - Getting into cybersecurity25:47 - Ten Quick Fire Questions

You can find Michael at:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-mcguinness-6406041a1/

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