1. Refrain from calling yourself an expert. Cybersecurity is too wide a field for one person and it sets off warning bells.
2. Start general, read a wide variety of topics, maybe get a Security+ certification -- it's a good toe dip. Maybe the Certified Ethical Hacker (another toe dip).
If you want an affordable, but time-consuming deep dive into pentesting, take Offensive Security's OSCP course.
3. As you get more of an idea on what areas of cybersecurity interest you the most, drill down into those specific subject matters.
4. Become a subject matter expert in the area(s) that interest you. This will involve social media, quality blogging, and speaking at conferences.
2. Start general, read a wide variety of topics, maybe get a Security+ certification -- it's a good toe dip. Maybe the Certified Ethical Hacker (another toe dip).
If you want an affordable, but time-consuming deep dive into pentesting, take Offensive Security's OSCP course.
3. As you get more of an idea on what areas of cybersecurity interest you the most, drill down into those specific subject matters.
4. Become a subject matter expert in the area(s) that interest you. This will involve social media, quality blogging, and speaking at conferences.
5. Profit!