I've been interested in learning cyber security for a while, but I can't help but feel if there was a successful attack the fallout and pressure would be intense. Is that a real thing to worry about or is my imagination getting away with me?
There are all hands on deck situations, but you just do what you're good at, figure stuff out, and fix it asap. Usually it's a team effort. Not awful. If you're interested I really recommend it.