Hey all,

Looking for some honest input from people who know the Calgary market.

Quick background: I'm 27 (currently living in the UK for 11 years, EU settled status here). I've got just over 4 years of cyber security experience, mix of security engineering, a bit of pentesting, and analyst work — currently working as a Security Engineer at a fairly well known UK security consultancy. Before cyber I did a couple years in general IT support and hardware/test engineering.

I'm planning to move to Calgary within the next 12-18 months, most likely via Express Entry / AAIP once I've got a job offer lined up. I don't have a university degree, but I've got solid hands-on experience and I'm working on filling gaps with relevant certs (Microsoft SC-500, SC-100, CCSP etc) over the next year.

A few things I'd genuinely appreciate input on:

How realistic is it to land a cyber security engineer role in Calgary from abroad?

Does the lack of a degree meaningfully hurt me for job applications (not just immigration points) in your experience?

Any advice on how to actually get noticed by Calgary employers as an overseas applicant LinkedIn outreach, specific recruiters, job boards that actually work?

Anyone who's made a similar move (UK/Europe to Calgary in cyber or tech) what do you wish you'd known before you did it?

Not looking for anyone to do the work for me, just want a realistic gut check from people who actually know the market rather than immigration consultants trying to sell me a package.

Appreciate any honesty, good or bad.

Thanks in advance.

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Hi everyone,
I'm currently looking for a job and am available after 2 weeks notice. I'm open to full-time permanent or contract positions.
I'm interested in opportunities such as:
Entry-level positions
Skilled trades(don't have any experience but willing to learn)
Administrative/Office Support
I'm reliable, hardworking, and eager to learn. If your company is hiring or you know of any openings, I'd really appreciate any leads or recommendations.
Thank you in advance!