ChatGPT, Write My Resume: Understanding the Pros and Cons of using AI in the Job Hunt

“ChatGPT, write me a blog about the pros and cons of using AI to write your resume.” While it’s tempting to get AI to do the hard yards - after all, who wouldn’t want the perfect CV? - the reality is significantly more nuanced. In 2025’s fast-paced job market, especially in fields like cybersecurity, AI is equally a potential trap and a powerful ally. At Decipher Bureau, we believe that the scales tip based on the education of the jobseeker, which is why we’re here to help you get informed.

On one hand, AI can be used to polish language, optimise formatting, and mold your resume for applicant tracking systems. However, relying too much on AI can strip away the authentic, personal touch that differentiates the candidate, or even flag your application when employers use screening tools. Similarly to how you can tell when a coworker’s email feels off, an overly ‘perfect’ CV might set off some alarm bells during the screening process. It’s just like when an email like this comes into your inbox: “Dear Human, your request for a meeting has been processed. Please synchronise your calendar with our optimal scheduling algorithm. Regards, Your AI Overlord.” This kind of robotic correspondence might get a laugh - if not a few confused looks - but it’s hardly the tone you’d want when a job is on the line. Let’s unpack both the pros and cons of using AI to write your resume in more depth.

The Pros…

A key advantage of using AI for creating your resume is its ability to streamline the editing process. Using algorithms, your fairy godmother - otherwise known as ChatGPT - can transform your rough draft into a publication-worthy document in seconds. It’s able to quickly flag common errors and suggest improvements, ensuring you’re communicating sharply and highlighting your most impressive achievements. In cybersecurity and tech clarity is key, and AI can help effectively shape content to pass applicant tracking systems. It can also integrate industry-specific keywords, increasing the chances that your resume will get through to a potential employer’s hands. This level of precision can save hours and reduce stress, allowing you to redirect the time to honing your technical abilities, a much more worthy cause.

…And the Cons

While convenience is an obvious benefit of using AI to write your resume, is it worth it if it significantly hinder your job prospects? Over-reliance on AI kills your creativity, resulting in an overly polished and generic resume that won’t stand out next to your competition… because chances are they’re using the exact same prompts. Recruiters in fields like cybersecurity are increasingly apt at spotting generated content, and automated screening tools might even flag your application before it even gets on their desk. Recent studies suggest that 45% of cybersecurity hiring managers use AI-detection software to detect polished language, uniform phrasing, and minor inconsistencies. It’s suggested that firms are seeing a 30% increase in flagged content year on year. In a competitive field like cybersecurity, this risk is not likely to be worth it.

The Other Side: Hiring

Another consideration is the implication of using AI on the other side of the process, when applicants are shortlisted for the role. A key issue within the selection process is mitigating bias within the process. Automated tools can inadvertently prioritise candidates who fit into certain linguistic or cultural boxes, which could sideline uniquely qualified applicants. It’s integral that employers balance AI screening with good old-fashioned human oversight, and focus on refining these tools to value authenticity and diversity in the hiring pool.

There’s no doubt that AI offers a tempting shortcut for crafting the ‘perfect’ resume, but it can be a double-edged sword. While it streamlines the process, it can strip away your unique voice and is likely to be flagged by increasingly sophisticated detection tools. Ironically, these recruiters are also taking advantage of the same AI they’re eliminating candidates for, which introduces the issue of bias. Looking forward to a world that only is going to be using AI more, both job seekers and hiring managers alike will need to compromise and blend human insight with technological innovations for the best chance of success in the competitive cybersecurity industry.

Whether you’re looking to land your next cybersecurity role or make your move up the career ladder, the Decipher Bureau team is here to help. With offices in Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne, and Canberra, and a skilled team with global reach, we’re here to support your next career move. Contact us for a confidential chat with one of our expert consultants, and let’s work together to find your perfect role.