EP 77: Get Into the Talent Pipeline With Max Shuftan and Winnie Yung

EP 77: Get Into the Talent Pipeline With Max Shuftan and Winnie Yung

Author: Kip Boyle August 19, 2022 Duration: 40:11

https://www.yourcyberpath.com/podcast/77/

In this episode, Kip and Jason, with special guests Max Shuftan and Winnie Yung, talk about what a talent pipeline is and why hiring managers should be using a solid talent pipeline in order to bring in new people into the cybersecurity industry to meet their staffing needs.

 Max Shuftan, director of Mission Programs and Partnerships at the SANS institute, is here to talk about how their organization helps people get into cybersecurity through the use of their talent pipeline. Our other guest, Winnie Yung, is a graduate of SANS Institute’s Diversity Cyber Academy who has now broken into the cybersecurity industry.

 A talent pipeline is used to take somebody, either “off the street” or with little/lower skill levels, and then develops those people’s skills for a particular position. Once the person gains an initial foothold into the cybersecurity industry, they can then continue to build their skills and move upward to other higher level positions.

 These talent pipelines may exist within a single company or organization, such as how the military implements their talent pipelines, or those talent pipelines can be spread across multiple organizations using external training as part of their overall talent pipeline.

 Talent pipelines often help give the worker the skills they need to be able to move forward either at the place they are already working at, or it can help them land a position with a new company once they have gained the required skills. 

What You’ll Learn

●   What is a talent pipeline?

●    How do you get into a talent pipeline?

●    How to network while in a talent pipeline?

Relevant Websites For This Episode:

●    www.YourCyberPath.com

●   www.sans.org

●   www.sans.org/scholarship-academies/diversity-academy/

Other Relevant Episodes

●   Episode 70 - How Can the Same Cybersecurity Job Be So Different Depending on Who You Work For 

●   Episode 69 – Breaking into Cybersecurity with Nancy Hunter

●    Episode 61 - Skills-based Certification and Training with John Strand 


Navigating a career in cybersecurity can feel like a maze without a clear map. Your Cyber Path: How to Get Your Dream Cybersecurity Job, hosted by Kip Boyle, cuts through the noise by focusing on the perspective of the people who actually make hiring decisions. This isn't just generic advice; it's a direct line to understanding what employers are truly looking for in candidates, from entry-level roles to advanced positions. Each episode delves into the practical, often unspoken, steps needed to build your skills, craft your resume, and ace interviews in this competitive field. You'll hear concrete strategies for bridging the gap between where you are now and that ideal job, all framed within the broader contexts of business, technology, and personal growth. Tune into this podcast for honest conversations that translate complex career pathways into actionable plans, helping you move forward with confidence. Whether you're considering a pivot or aiming to advance, the guidance here is rooted in real-world hiring dynamics, making it a valuable resource for anyone serious about building a future in cybersecurity.
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