Summary of Infosec Resume No-Nos

Main Ideas and Concepts

• Resume vs. CV: The video focuses specifically on North American resumes and distinguishes them from CVs, noting that advice may not apply to both formats.
• Trends in Resume Style:
  • Resumes have evolved over the years; what was trendy a decade ago may no longer be relevant.
  • The speaker prefers including an objective or summary statement at the top of the Resume, especially for career changers.
• Resume Length:
  • For individuals with less than 5-7 years of experience, a one-page Resume is recommended.
  • Those with more experience can consider two pages but should avoid exceeding that.
• Accessibility and Formatting:
  • Resumes should be formatted simply for easy conversion to plain text when uploaded to HR systems.
  • Avoid complex formatting (like tables) that may not convert well.
• Content Guidelines:
  • Images: Generally discouraged, especially photos, to avoid bias in hiring.
  • Email Address: Use modern, professional domains (e.g., Gmail, Outlook) to avoid unconscious biases.
• Work Experience:
  • Each bullet point should include:
    • Action: What you did.
    • Impact: Why it mattered.
    • Quantification: Numbers to provide context.
  • Attention to detail is crucial, including correct tense usage.
• Skills Section:
  • Include a targeted "Skills" section to facilitate keyword scanning by HR systems.
  • Ensure Skills are relevant to the job posting and include versioning information for software.
• Certifications:
  • List both acquisition and expiration dates for Certifications.
  • Be aware of the relevance of "certified for life" Certifications, especially for government positions.
• Additional Resources:
  • The speaker encourages viewers to seek professional Resume reviews and offers opportunities for further assistance at conferences.

Methodology and Instructions

• Resume Formatting:
  • Keep it simple for digital submissions.
  • Limit to one page for less than 5-7 years of experience; consider two pages for more.
• Content Creation:
  • Use clear action verbs in Work Experience bullets.
  • Include impact statements and quantifiable metrics.
• Skills Section:
  • Target Skills to the specific job description.
  • Include detailed versioning information for relevant technologies.
• Certifications:
  • Always include acquisition and expiration dates.

Speakers or Sources Featured

• Hacks4Pancakes (main speaker)

Notable Quotes

— 06:00 — « There's no excuse to have misspelled words or missing punctuation. »

— 07:27 — « I know it's really uncomfortable for IT people to brag about themselves, but I'll tell you how you do it. »

— 08:00 — « Every work experience bullet should have an action and then an impact and finally should have quantification. »

— 09:47 — « Make sure that it's targeted towards the position that you're applying for. »

— 11:25 — « Make sure that you list the acquired and/or expiration date of the certification. »

Category

Educational

Video