Why You SHOULD Start at Help Desk Before Cybersecurity (CTO Explains) | Louis Kemp

Great connecting with Louis Kemp at RSA Conference 2026! 🎙️

We had an insightful conversation about his journey from help desk to cybersecurity leadership, and now building his own consulting company.

💡 Key takeaways from our conversation:

Start with the foundations, help desk experience builds real understanding

Cybersecurity is evolving toward autonomous penetration testing

Mentorship is critical for the next generation entering the field

The future of security isn’t just tools, it’s community + education

Louis is currently:

🔐 CTO of A.N.U.L Technologies

🤝 Partnered with Horizon3.ai

🛡️ Offering MSSP services including pentesting, training, and upcoming vCISO support

One thing that stood out:

👉 “Cybersecurity makes more sense when you understand the basics first.”

This is a must-watch for anyone trying to break into cybersecurity or level up.

Louis Kemp services: https://www.anultechnologies.com/

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