Last year, I wrote a guide on how to become a tech writer in 2023

I have been writing for the past 15 years or so on Cybersecurity and just wanted to share a little bit of my knowledge

That article resonated with many people who want to improve their brand by writing and publishing on platforms.

I am a big proponent of Cybersecurity professionals being able to monetize their knowledge via writing, courses, consulting, etc.

Writing is one of the easiest ways to start a side hustle honestly

The layoffs in the industry have also woken people up to the fact that relying solely on a 9–5 might not be the best idea in the world.

So, without further delay .. let us take a look at how to get started writing!

A Cybersecurity writer can professionally write about cyber-related topics for companies in the form of blog posts, manuals, product documentation, etc.

You should be able to write about cyber topics or products in a fun and easy-to-understand way without drowning the reader in technical jargon.

Ask yourself this

• Are you a cybersecurity professional with subject matter expertise?
• Can you write 800 to 1000 words about a technical matter without putting people to sleep?

If you answered YES, then this side hustle is for you!

To be a successful cybersecurity writer, you need to know cybersecurity, and you need to know writing. Most people know one but not the other, which is why this is a unique skill set to have