A Day in the Life: Michael Coleman, Cyber Security Job Programme
In November 2023, Michael Coleman embarked on a transformative journey with ITonlinelearning by enrolling in the Cyber Security Career Programme. Throughout his studies, he successfully completed several key certifications, including:
- CompTIA A+ 1101
- CompTIA A+ 1102
- CompTIA N+
- CompTIA Security+
- CompTIA CySA+
Recruitment Journey:
In March 2024, Michael began his recruitment journey with the support of ITonlinelearning. He received a comprehensive CV revision and LinkedIn profile update to enhance his job search efforts. By May 2024, Michael was invited to his first interview, which was for an IT Support Manager role. Initially, he had doubts about his suitability for the position, but his Recruitment Coach believed in his potential. Remarkably, within just 8 weeks of starting his recruitment journey, Michael secured the role as an IT Support Manager, a result that pleasantly surprised him due to the speed at which it happened.
Success
Michael’s dedication and hard work throughout his course led to his successful placement as an IT Support Manager. His commitment to the recruitment process made the transition smoother and more efficient. He started this role on 1 July 2024, and he is thoroughly enjoying his new position.
Career Transition
Michael’s career transition is particularly remarkable given his previous experience as a telecommunications service delivery engineer and accounts manager. His successful shift into the IT industry underscores the effectiveness of ITonlinelearning’s programme and support from both tutors and the recruitment team.
Experience with ITonlinelearning
Michael often highlighted the support he received from his tutor as one of the most memorable aspects of his experience with ITonlinelearning. He also appreciated the recruitment process, noting that it significantly boosted his confidence.
Recommendation
Michael highly recommends ITonlinelearning to anyone looking to change careers. He advises those who have just entered their first role to consider upskilling after a few months to add more value to their company. He strongly endorses the IT industry and couldn’t be happier with the level of professionalism and support he received from ITonlinelearning.
