What does it take to become a security expert? We spoke with 3 security experts about how they got their start in the industry. From a military background, he says to double-down on your hacker instinct. There are some key skills to focus on as you prepare for a career in security, regardless of what you ultimately specialize in. Mentorship has played a major role in guiding Adam Baldwin's career. From a military background, he says to double-down on your instinct to find a way around obstacles.

I think that's really the essence of a hacker. It's someone who's always going to find another way in.