How to Get a Cyber Security or Information Assurance Job

So, you've decided you want to start working in the security field?

Where do you start?

First, develop a plan and some career goals.  Do you want to just be a tech all your life, or do you want to eventually become a manager?  What interests you?  Do you want to know how to protect networks and computers, or do you want to analyze malware and perform penetration testing?

There are many paths available to you.  This is a brief guide on what to do and how to get the job you want.