Luke Gough

Welcome to The Career Compass, your go-to source for career advice, interview preparation, and tips on successfully navigating interviews. Recruitment Leader - Cybersecurity, Security Risk, GRC & AI

Cybersecurity

May 5, 2026

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5 min read

The Career Compass #72

Why "I'm passionate about cybersecurity" isn't getting interviews in 2026.

Luke Gough

Cybersecurity

Claude Mythos + GPT 5.4 Cyber: what it actually means for your cyber career

Apr 27, 2026

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1 min read

Claude Mythos + GPT 5.4 Cyber: what it actually means for your cyber career

New AI models, real hiring implications. Here's what you need to know.

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Cybersecurity

Apr 22, 2026

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6 min read

Career Compass #71

Skills gaps just overtook headcount as cyber's #1 problem. Here is how to win the interview.

Luke Gough

Cybersecurity

Apr 9, 2026

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9 min read

The Career Compass #70

What Anthropic’s Mythos model means for your cybersecurity career

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Cybersecurity

Apr 1, 2026

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2 min read

Last chance: Free live webinar tomorrow

Get your cybersecurity resume and LinkedIn noticed. Tomorrow. Free.

Luke Gough

Cybersecurity

I just dropped a new video + 40% off Coursera (limited time)

Mar 30, 2026

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2 min read

I just dropped a new video + 40% off Coursera (limited time)

What employers actually want in 2026, and how to skill up for less.

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Cybersecurity

Mar 24, 2026

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11 min read

The Career Compass #69

A court just handed a company a $3M fine for bad cybersecurity. GRC is no longer optional.

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Cybersecurity

Mar 10, 2026

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11 min read

The Career Compass #68

Why Help Desk Might Be the Smartest Way Into Cybersecurity

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Cybersecurity

Mar 4, 2026

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2 min read

Cybersecurity Job-Ready Blueprint

Before I flip the price back - a note for subscribers

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Cybersecurity

The Career Compass #67 - The Blueprint is LIVE!

Feb 25, 2026

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8 min read

The Career Compass #67 - The Blueprint is LIVE!

The Cybersecurity Job-Ready Blueprint is here - early bird pricing for 7 days only.

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Cybersecurity

Feb 17, 2026

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8 min read

CompTIA SecAI+ Is Here: What Cybersecurity Professionals Need to Know

Is it worth it and should you take it?

Luke Gough

Cybersecurity

Feb 10, 2026

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9 min read

The Career Compass #66

From a recruiter's desk: The truth about what gets you hired in cybersecurity (hint: it's not just certs)

Luke Gough

Cybersecurity

Feb 2, 2026

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4 min read

CCDL1 Giveaway: 5 free vouchers + my honest review

CCDL1 Giveaway: Win a free certification (worth US$499)

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Cybersecurity

Jan 27, 2026

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9 min read

The Career Compass #65

What Hiring Managers Actually Want (It's Not What You Think)

Luke Gough

Cybersecurity

Jan 13, 2026

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8 min read

The Career Compass #64

The SecAI+ question: worth it, or a distraction?

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Cybersecurity

Dec 31, 2025

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9 min read

The Career Compass #63

How to Break Into Cybersecurity in 2026!

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Cybersecurity

Dec 16, 2025

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8 min read

The Career Compass – Edition #63

Cutting Through the Noise: What Actually Matters in Cybersecurity in 2026

Luke Gough

Career Advice

Dec 10, 2025

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3 min read

I created a middle ground

A new way to plan your 2026 without the big commitment.

Luke Gough

Cybersecurity

Dec 2, 2025

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8 min read

The Career Compass #62

Growing your career with clarity, confidence and a smarter strategy

Luke Gough

Career Advice

Ready to make a career move before the end of the year?

Dec 2, 2025

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2 min read

Ready to make a career move before the end of the year?

Expert support for job seekers, career changers and ambitious professionals

Luke Gough

Cybersecurity

Nov 25, 2025

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8 min read

Choosing the Right Cyber Path for 2026

Skills, insights, and real guidance from a recruiter who works with cyber every day

Luke Gough

Cybersecurity

The Career Compass #60: Your Weekly Guide to Smarter Career Growth

Nov 18, 2025

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8 min read

The Career Compass #60: Your Weekly Guide to Smarter Career Growth

Practical steps, real insights and actionable career guidance for cyber-focused job seekers.

Luke Gough

Cybersecurity

The Career Compass #59: Blue Team vs Red Team 2025: Which Path Should You Choose?

Nov 11, 2025

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3 min read

The Career Compass #59: Blue Team vs Red Team 2025: Which Path Should You Choose?

The AI trends shaping the industry, your five-step cyber roadmap and a new mindset tip to reignite your career.

Luke Gough

Cybersecurity

Nov 4, 2025

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6 min read

The Career Compass #58: How to Optimise Your LinkedIn Profile and Stand Out in 2025

Build a LinkedIn profile that attracts recruiters, opens doors, and positions you for your next big career move. Plus the latest trends shaping cybersecurity and career growth.

Luke Gough

Cybersecurity

The Career Compass #57: Remote vs In-Office: Finding What Works Best for You.

Oct 28, 2025

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8 min read

The Career Compass #57: Remote vs In-Office: Finding What Works Best for You.

Balancing flexibility, focus, and your long-term career growth.

Luke Gough