Stop Job Searching, Start Getting Hired

Let’s be real: right now, the AI & Cybersecurity job search sucks. The rules are changing, and the old playbooks just aren’t cutting it. It’s time to shift your approach.

Recruiters Aren’t Your Agents (That’s Our Job)

TL;DR – Recruiters work for companies, not you. Don’t write them off completely, but spend no more than 5% of your energy on them. The rest should go toward a strategy that will help you never have to look for a job again.

Let’s be honest: recruiters are not your career coach. They’re not your agent. They’re not your friend. They work for companies, and they only really care about you if you can fill their open role.

This isn’t a knock on recruiters, and you shouldn’t ignore them completely, but you should understand what their job is and what it isn’t. Their job is to fill open roles at companies. It ISN’T to get you a job or to get you more money (that’s our job at eStreet Security).

If you’ve been refreshing your inbox waiting for a recruiter to get back to you, here’s your permission to stop. Instead, focus on this:

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The “Never Look for a Job in AI & Cybersecurity Again” System

This is the exact strategy we use at eStreet Security, and it can work for anyone in AI, Cybersecurity, IT, and Tech who commits to it, especially if you’re targeting roles in the USA.

Step 1: Target 200+ companies in 30 days. These should be companies where you would genuinely like to work – ones that align with your background and where you want to go, but aren’t just pure pipe dreams. Remember, there are no dream jobs, just better jobs. Be ambitious, but also be realistic. Most careers are ladders, not quantum leaps.

Then, visit these companies’ job boards weekly. Apply to appropriate roles. BUT, only apply to roles posted in the last 7 days.

“But Jem, 200+? Check every week? That is so much work!”

I knew you would say that. The truth is that applying to jobs outside of LinkedIn’s easy apply is a little labor-intensive, but not every company will have new roles each week. Most won’t. Checking takes a few seconds.

Checking each company and applying to the opportunities should take 12-15 hours a week. No more than 15.

Finding a job in AI and Security is a full-time job!

And, I’m sorry to say it, but if you aren’t willing to spend 15 hours a week to get a new job, you don’t really want one bad enough in this fast-evolving, AI-driven job landscape. That’s ok, but that’s what we talk about here.

Step 2: Get “boosters” at as many of those companies as possible. Not just connections—BOOSTERS.

What’s a booster? Someone who replies to your messages within 24 hours and says something like, “Let me look into that role for you.” Basically, it is an advocate within the company. This makes it so you’re not applying cold, you’re being referred by someone on the inside.

“But Jem, how can I find a Booster?”

Glad you asked. The short answer is network. And here’s where eStreet Security’s “Right to Represent” (RTR) Job Placement Program comes in.

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Your “Right to Represent” Advantage in AI & Security

Alright, listen up, AI and cybersecurity pros! Are you crushing it in your field but feel like your career isn’t quite keeping pace with your ambition? Or maybe you’re ready to level up and tackle those game-changing roles in the USA that everyone’s buzzing about?

We get it. The tech landscape, especially in AI and cybersecurity, is moving at warp speed, and navigating the job market can feel like a full-time gig in itself. That’s where we come in.

With our “Right to Represent” program, we become your dedicated career squad, your exclusive agent in the job market, designed to put your unique skills and aspirations front and center. We’re not just some random job board; we’re talking about a highly personalized, strategic partnership. We actively pitch you to top-tier companies, negotiate on your behalf, and make sure your worth is recognized.

AI & Cybersecurity Job Search

This isn’t a generalist staffing agency. We live and breathe AI and cybersecurity. Our network runs deep within the US tech industry, connecting you directly with companies and opportunities that are truly at the forefront of innovation. We’re talking cutting-edge roles in machine learning, data science, ethical hacking, security architecture, and everything in between.

Your time is gold, so is ours. We streamline the entire job search process – from optimizing your resume and LinkedIn to prepping you for interviews and handling all the backend logistics. We take the heavy lifting off your plate. You focus on what you do best, and we’ll handle getting you where you need to be.

Our commitment doesn’t end when you get an offer. We’re here to ensure the right fit – for your career growth, your financial goals, and your overall well-being. We’re talking about long-term success, not just the next paycheck.

Step 3: Repeat!

At eStreet Security, we keep checking in on your target companies (weekly), keep building and maintaining relationships, and keep telling your boosters when you are applying to their companies.

The fact is, I don’t know anyone who has done this consistently (every week!) and is still job hunting with realistic expectations after 3-4 months. Most capable people secure new roles within 2-3 months by doing just this.