Transition from traditional penetration testing into AI security
Hey everyone,
I've been working as a penetration tester for eight years now. I'm about to transition from traditional pentesting to a more interesting field. Right now, there is huge potential (and hype) in AI and AI security as a whole, and I think in the near future there will be an emerging need for AI security engineers and professionals who understand the different system components around it. Do you think it's worth it in the long run? To prepare, I've already subscribed to some courses that focus on AI security and AI basics.
Right now I feel that what I regularly do is ticket grinding in a senior role (however my projects are way more complex). The business doesn't really care how professional you are, they just want to clear the backlog and save some serious $$$ for the company. I'm a bit frustrated and bored in this role. I think I don't get recognition anymore, and I need to bring something new to the table to get promoted or rewarded. Earlier, I did a lot for the team to help with everyone's work, but I think I was exploited, and now I'm planning to adopt a gatekeeping mentality.