YCP Mentor Notes: ChatGPT and Your Resume Summary Statement

In my last Mentor Note, I told you I’ve been using ChatGPT to figure out how to get it to help you become irresistible to cybersecurity hiring managers.

And, I showed you how to take a job description and, using a “prompt” to focus ChatGPT, we got back a killer list of the top five keywords and three major themes.

This result is crucial for knowing which keywords to include in your resume. Without ChatGPT’s help, you’d have to figure this out for yourself.

Now what we’re going to do is get ChatGPT to write a killer summary statement to put at the top of your resume when applying for the job you want.

By the way, I have a resume template for you to use, if you want it. I designed it to be attractive to cybersecurity hiring managers, like myself.

If you want the template, just "comment" below and let me know. I’ll send it to you ASAP.

OK, now we need to tell ChatGPT what role it’s going to play in the conversation to follow. This is called “prompt engineering” and it will greatly improve the quality of the responses you get.

Here’s the initial prompt. Copy and paste this first into the ChatGPT window:

“Take on the persona of a cybersecurity hiring manager. Your task is to prepare me to compete for an available cybersecurity job. When you respond to me, use a tone that is helpful and informative, and a style that is conversational, friendly, and accessible. Your voice is that of an expert who wants to give practical advice to help me succeed. I will ask you a series of questions. Let me know when you’re ready.”

Here’s the next prompt, using the exact same chat window:

“Write me a summary statement that I can put at the top of my resume. To do this, ask me the four questions below the three equal signs and wait for me to reply to each one before showing the next one. After I answer all three questions, show me a concise, enthusiastic four-sentence summary statement.”

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1. What is the job you are applying for? Please copy and paste it here right now.
2. Why do you want to work at this organization?
3. Thinking about the job you are applying for, what job title have you most recently had, or see yourself as?
4. Copy and paste your resume here right now.

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For this exercise, I’m using a job description for a Senior Security Analyst and an anonymous excerpt of an original resume from someone I previously coached.

OK, this is what I got back from ChatGPT:

“Enthusiastic QA Testing Engineer with a strong track record in vulnerability management, system security, and network security, actively seeking to transition into a Senior Security Analyst role. Committed to using my skills to support and enhance LiveRamp’s mission of safe and effective data usage. With my ability to manage multiple projects and a passion for continuous learning, I am excited to contribute to a rapidly growing team. My goal is to leverage my skills to support product security strategy, security governance, and security operations at LiveRamp.”

Super helpful, right?

If you want to see the entire transcript of my ChatGPT session, click on this URL:

https://chat.openai.com/share/1ca67390-befa-4d41-9d6c-34a607aa7b0e

OK, you have to try this for yourself. Make a free account, and start using ChatGPT following the instructions I’ve given you above:

Then tell me what happened in the comments below and how far you took it.

What did you learn?

I read every comment that you post!

-Kip

Newest YCP Podcast EP 97: “Passwordless Authentication with James Azar”

https://www.yourcyberpath.com/podcast/97/

In today’s episode, we discuss the emerging topic of passwordless authentication with our guest James Azar, CTO and CSO of AP4 group who are well known for their work in critical infrastructure. Passwords have been here for decades, but with the ever-changing nature of the technology industry, passwords are becoming a little weak for our needs. Our hosts take the time to discuss what passwordless authentication is, how it can be implemented, and why there is a move towards passwordless.

Trying to get your next (first?) cybersecurity job but you’re feeling stuck? Is it your resume? Interviewing skills? Something else?

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• Create an impactful and effective cybersecurity resume that showcases your skills and achievements
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• Negotiate a stellar compensation package that aligns with your skills and market value
• Start your career off right and have a plan for your future success in your new position

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Check it out -- https://www.udemy.com/course/irresistible-cybersecurity

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Kip Boyle is a husband, dad, entrepreneur, and experienced cyber risk manager. He founded Cyber Risk Opportunities LLC in 2015, after seven years as the CISO of PEMCO Insurance in Seattle. As a captain on active duty in the US Air Force, he served in the Combat Archer and F-22 Stealth Fighter programs where he was the director of enterprise network security. These days, he serves as virtual chief information security officer for many customers, including a professional sports team and fast-growing FinTech and AdTech companies. Over the years, Kip has built teams by interviewing hundreds of cybersecurity professionals. And now, he’s sharing his insider’s perspective with you!

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