u/Outrageous-Wave9411

Hallo everyone!
I am a Pakistani student looking to apply for an Ausbildung (Fachinformatiker Systemintegration) for the 2026 intake. I wanted to get a realistic assessment of my chances as a non-EU applicant.
My Profile:
• Education: 10th Grade (Matric) with a score of 82%.
• Certification: Already Cybersecurity certified (CompTIA/Cisco).
• Language: Currently at A2, aiming for B1/B2 by the time I apply.
• Experience: Have some practical knowledge in networking and system security.
Questions:

1. Is my 10th-grade score competitive enough for IT given my certifications?
2. Are there specific regions in Germany that are more open to international IT apprentices?
3. Should I mention my cybersecurity background as a primary selling point in my "Anschreiben"?
   I am prepared to cover my own living costs if the stipend is low. Any advice from people who made it from outside the EU would be amazing!