From History Teacher to Cybersecurity Director: John Murrow's Unique Career Journey
In this episode of Breaking Into Cybersecurity, we explore the incredible journey of John Murrow, who transitioned from being a history teacher and college athletic coach to becoming the Director of Delivery at Elite Ops. John shares how his passion for technology was reignited despite early-career obstacles, the critical role of military service in his career transition, and how foundational skills in networking and people management were vital to his success.
Learn about the importance of continuous learning, the impact of family and networking, and the value of hands-on experience. Don't miss John's valuable advice for aspiring cybersecurity professionals!
00:00 Introduction to Breaking Into Cybersecurity
00:58 John Murrow's Early Career Path
02:04 Transitioning to Cybersecurity
02:52 Joining the Military for a Career Change
04:32 Starting at Elite Ops
04:50 The Importance of Communication Skills
06:04 Advic…
