The Ultimate Guide For Starting A Cybersecurity GRC Career In 2025

How To Land That GRC Job Even Without Technical Experience

Let me tell you about a person I recently interacted with .. let’s call him Adam

Adam worked in accounting for seven years and wanted to transition into cybersecurity as he felt he had better career prospects in it.

The problem ?

Every job description he came across demanded technical expertise like coding, configuring firewalls, or ethical hacking — skills he didn’t have.

He was pretty discouraged and wondering if Cybersecurity was even a possibility for someone like him

This is when I mentioned looking at a career in Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC).

The reason being that GRC roles do not require deep technical skills

Instead these roles focus on helping organizations manage cybersecurity risks, align strategies with business goals, and ensure compliance with regulations.

With his background in auditing and understanding of business processes, Adam saw how his existing skills could translate into a successful GRC career.