I gave that advise based on what everyone technical around me that works in security also advises, additionally it's the path most of the successful ones have taken or wish they had taken.
My related experience is two-fold, yes I know many practicing professionals but additionally I am generally on the hiring committee for security so my opinion matters on whether or not a security professional gets an offer from companies I work at.
My related experience is two-fold, yes I know many practicing professionals but additionally I am generally on the hiring committee for security so my opinion matters on whether or not a security professional gets an offer from companies I work at.
So I would say that is pretty relevant.