🎙️ Mastering Cybersecurity: My Journey from India to the U.S. 🎓🔐

“Cybersecurity is not about technology; it’s about humans who misuse technology.”

🎧 Featured on Off the Record with Saman - Student Abroad

I had the incredible opportunity to share my journey as an international student in the 11th episode of Saman Fatima’s podcast, Off the Record with Saman, Student Abroad! 🌍🎙️

In this episode, we dive into:

  • My transition from India to the U.S. 🇮🇳➡️🇺🇸
  • The struggles & wins of studying cybersecurity at University of Maryland, Baltimore County (UMBC).
  • How I mastered cybersecurity and landed key opportunities.
  • Lessons for students looking to break into cybersecurity.

🔗 Listen to the full episode here: Ep 11 - Mastering Cybersecurity

🚀 The Cybersecurity Journey

Back in the day, I had no idea that a simple curiosity about hacking would turn into a full-fledged career. 🤯 It all started when a friend challenged me in 10th grade, claiming he could hack my Facebook account (with my consent, of course!).

💡 To my shock, he actually did it! That moment sparked my deep curiosity for cybersecurity. From Googling “how to hack social media accounts” (yes, we all started somewhere!) to learning about phishing, OSINT, and social engineering, I was hooked.

Fast forward a few years, and I found myself pursuing a Master’s in Cybersecurity at UMBC, navigating a new country, new culture, and an ever-evolving cyber landscape.

Thanks again to Saman Fatima and the amazing team at ITSPmagazine Podcasts for having me on the show! 🎙️ It was an absolute pleasure sharing my story, and I hope it inspires others to take the leap. 🚀

🎯 What’s Next?

I’m continuing my journey, diving deeper into AI security, red teaming, and offensive cybersecurity. If you’re passionate about cybersecurity or an international student navigating the tech world, let’s connect and build something awesome together! 💡🔒

👉 Follow me on LinkedIn: Jainam Basra
👉 Check out Breaking Barriers Women in CyberSecurity (BBWIC) Foundation: BBWIC

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🎙️ Listen to the Full Episode Here

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