From Beginner to Pro: A Roadmap for Cybersecurity Careers

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Get a free Free eJPT and ICCA Voucher with a Fundamentals Annual plan itdad.info/ine Jack is an Instructor with INE
In this video, we'll discuss a roadmap for building a successful career in cybersecurity. Cybersecurity is a rapidly growing field, and it's never been more important to have a strong understanding of the latest threats and defenses.
We'll start by looking at the skills and knowledge you need to get started in cybersecurity, including programming languages, networking concepts, and operating system fundamentals. From there, we'll explore the different types of cybersecurity jobs available, from penetration testing and vulnerability assessment to security engineering and management.
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0:00 ⏩ Intro
1:39 ⏩ Deciding if Cybersecurity is for you
7:00 ⏩ Job Rolls in Cybersecurity
12:02 ⏩ Prerecquisit for Cybersecurity
16:05 ⏩ Cyber Certifications
25:25 ⏩ Studying for Certifications
28:15 ⏩ Too Many Certifications
28:56 ⏩ First Job in Cybersecurity
37:53 ⏩ The Best Advice
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@TheBeardedITDad Жыл бұрын

We talked more about Cybersecurity Careers in this next video! No Experience? 9-Month Career Success Plan! ➡ kzfaq.info/get/bejne/gcianZyS0b65kWg.html

@richardellis8153 8 ай бұрын

What do you recommend for someone who doesn't know or hasn't studied coding or any technology. but have a passion for it. (those who struggle learning may need a place to start). Also what about people who have social anxiety.

@heltoncarvalho9786 3 ай бұрын

@@richardellis8153 Pray & Gamble.

@Hand_me_a_handle Ай бұрын

When people say they want to work on cyber avulsion they want to make the most amount of money with life balance.

@kasta851984 Жыл бұрын

A year ago, I completed an online course for Cybersecurity Technologist and passed all CompTia certifications from ITF+ to Pentest+. Currently, I work as a Security Analyst, and I would not have obtained this job without these certifications.

@godisgreat418 Жыл бұрын

Hello Sir! Is there any way I can communicate with you on how I can get started?

@LesBNVibes Жыл бұрын

Are you okay with sharing what that course was?

@godisgreat418 Жыл бұрын

@@LesBNVibes I know right!

@kasta851984 Жыл бұрын

Hi@@LesBNVibes sure, I started with the beginner certification from CompTIA ITF+. From there, I progressed to CompTIA A+, Network+, Security+, CySA+, and Pentest+. I also have several free certifications from Microsoft.

@LesBNVibes Жыл бұрын

@@kasta851984 thank ykh

@MrRomeo2000 7 ай бұрын

I just turned 57 and I have over 25 years in computer repair and I just about to attempt to embark on my cybersecurity career.

@TheBeardedITDad 6 ай бұрын

you can do this!

@16hrDaze 8 ай бұрын

Glad I stumbled upon this interview. I’m 38, a local truck driver from California and I need a lifestyle change. I’ve always been interested in computers and have been eyeballing IT and cybersecurity lately. I’m hungry for a change, better work/life balance and time with my kiddos. I know it won’t be easy but technology seems very promising. I just wish I knew people in the field for support but I’m sure I will meet people along the way. I appreciate you posting this video! Cheers!

@TheBeardedITDad 8 ай бұрын

That was 100% me.. start studding in your free time and learn as much as you can... you will get there!

@allwheelz3808 7 ай бұрын

I’m in the same boat.

@Bn99757 7 ай бұрын

Man . I though you talking about me wan you say 38 yrs old family guy with a kiddos and also truck driver … so let me know please how you wanna start your journey I’m need change too bro

@kinghearted8826 7 ай бұрын

43 yr old truck driver in Texas. This literally is the 3rd video I watched about cyber security. I need a career and lifestyle change asap.

@KryMoar 7 ай бұрын

Good luck, guys! I've been trying to land a helpdesk position for over a year now, constantly learning alongside. There have been opportunities, even offers, but they were all too far away. My enthusiasm hasn't waned, in fact, I'm eagerly anticipating it more than ever. Don't give up, even when it seems tough at times!

@87links Жыл бұрын

38 minute mark was the meat of the whole show. No shortcuts and maintain a healthy lifestyle. I thoroughly enjoyed this.

@7466ypb 2 ай бұрын

TY!

@WorldTimeLineChannel1 8 ай бұрын

Started from the bottom. I first started with a college degree and CompTIA A+ cert. Got my job doing support for tablets, computers, and the likes. Built custom images, RMA, fixed internal computers, and worked with customers over the phone. Got my Network + and then worked for an engineering company. I did internal IT stuff. Setting up servers, Security Scans, Repairs computers, and sell a program. Then I learned coding, got a C Language cert and coded my own site with HTML, CSS, and JS. I worked at some other companies as a desktop support tech and a server tech. After that I got my security + certification and started working my way up the ladder. Next is Pentest + and other experiences. I want to SELL Tech, security, and stuff like that. MSP stuff. Money stuff.

@safwanalislam 2 ай бұрын

Nice

@jamespruitt68 7 ай бұрын

I ready needed this thank you. I am learning my way around IT even after 12 years of being in the filled and still a little lost. This is a big help

@Hemoglakbin 2 ай бұрын

Watched this in September last year and it opened a whole new world for me. Thanks for what you do. Definitely have to go through your channel and check out the rest of your work because today I almost went crazy trying to find this video.

@Tobi92191 11 ай бұрын

Thank you Jack Reedy for that advice at the end, its super important not to sacrifice everything right away and understand that its a marathon. I've been struggling with this trying to shove my way into the field but I need to take a step back and be patient.

@bishalguha1855 10 ай бұрын

1:27

@TheBeardedITDad 10 ай бұрын

amen

@tonya.1786 10 ай бұрын

Very useful information. I am about 2 months in my job searching journey in Cyber and I was lost in the beginning trying to figure out my path. Wish I had found this when I started. I am also former military and I was an air traffic controller. Ben in tech now off and on for over 10 years as desktop support, helpdesk, hardware break and fix and now work as IT Tier II analyst. Here's the kicker I have a Sec+ cert with zero cybersecurity experience. I was able to take my IT knowledge, passion and hitting the books hard and pass the test. I am now taking prep courses in full stack and also THM to build my skills and get hands on experience with labs and projects. My biggest challenge now is building my resume. I will definitely be reaching to Jack on LI and maybe even Twitter/X. Thank you for this video.

@TheBeardedITDad 10 ай бұрын

glad it was helpful

@MyzteryMedia 8 ай бұрын

What he said about how the marines recruiter acted is so accurate 🤣. I’ve always loved computers and tech but never fully dove into the aside from some computer science in college but I have friends that got their certs and are doing well for themselves so I recently began all the courses and classes to get certified. Thanks for the helpful information! ✊🏾

@InSolitude917 7 ай бұрын

Thank you for this, I am currently a truck driver in the environmental waste industry, I feel stuck as well. I feel as if there is nothing more to being a truck driver. Everywhere is the same. When you said you were a bulldozer operator making good money but you were bored, that really hit home. I want to get into this because I am interested in cybersecurity, I have a few connections and I’m starting to look into some free education and watching videos like this. Looking forward to my journey and getting further into the field

@TheBeardedITDad 7 ай бұрын

Epic, Its hard to make the switch but its so rewarding after... let me know if you have any questions

@wrightjarred1995 7 ай бұрын

I just want to thank you both for this video. I've learned a lot from this. I'm currently in the process of trying to break into Cybersecurity. I'm coming from background experience of 9 years Medical in the Air Force. It's quite the switch but I'm excited about it. The whole certs thing is definitely relevant to what I'm dealing with. I have my Security+ and an active Secret clearance but no real hands on experience. I've also got Google IT Support Cert and Google Cybersecurity certs but still not enough experience. I needs hands on work. I'm going to look for projects/homelabs etc to work on now. I want to feel more comfortable in interviews such as Jack Reedy said. Thank you again.

@TheBeardedITDad 7 ай бұрын

Im glad it was helpful.. home lab is a great way to build up experience and skills... also look into platforms like Hack the Box.

@micr0e 3 ай бұрын

Thank you Sirs. Alot of awesome advice. But what hit home was the sharing of humble beginnings, the how and why you started this journey and to become where you guys are at now. That is gold and gives motivation to someone who is just taking baby steps in this industry.

@natasharenae3873 7 ай бұрын

Thank you for this informative and super digestible video! As a newbie trying to figure it out, this was extremely helpful

@ericd2665 Жыл бұрын

This is a great break down because so many people tell you this tell you this lead to so many other paths I enjoy the video thank you for the information in a clear understanding what I been trying to dig research in to

@TheBeardedITDad Жыл бұрын

You are so welcome

@selipe97 4 ай бұрын

Incredible interview, thank you for your words of wisdom. I am excited and eager to begin my career in Cybersecurity, but I recognize I have such a long way to go in order to even land a job in a help desk role let alone cyber. I'm working on a Cybersecurity Bachelor's from my University that is an accredited NCAE-CD school, I don't have any certs yet, and the most experience I have gotten so far is a Student Worker job I worked in for 9 months, where it was what I could best describe as "Junior Help Desk" so it's been a challenge to even land a Help Desk job. I do have an Associate's degree in Computer Info Systems but still, no one had hired me YET. I hope that everyone reading this is able to achieve their goals, and if you read this and can relate I would appreciate knowing you and I are in a similar boat. Thanks all and take care.

@andrewjenkins2985 26 күн бұрын

One of the best and most informative CS interviews I've seen. Thank you so much for putting this together.

@NiteOwlVibes 2 ай бұрын

Dude, i love you. Thanks for pumping this information out.

@edwincharlery2880 11 ай бұрын

This was very interesting, gave me a different perspective on the industry. It felt real rather than one of those instagram vids. I agree with your perspective on too many certs especially if they are from different focuses, it would throw a red flag because that individual hasn't decided what it is they truely can or want to do.

@chrisrad216 10 ай бұрын

Thanks for this video. Thank you both for your time! I got a lot of great info from this and you've helped with my resolve in transition.

@TheBeardedITDad 10 ай бұрын

Great to hear!

@templarmoore9169 Жыл бұрын

Been doin the school route for cybersecurity got net+ and sec+ knocked out but my last class was pentester, loved that class so that’s the route I wanna go. Gonna be hard to get into it

@ebonyalston8399 Жыл бұрын

I am so happy I found this youtube channel. I don't know anyone in cybersecurity so finding this video answers so many questions on how to get into IT. I struggle right now with over-studying because I have that drive. But like you said, "It's a marathon, not a Sprint." After watching this video I know it is okay to start at Helpdesk for a year to build experience and soft skills. Im currently in college for Cybersecurity and his story about the interview he had with a college graduate that didn't apply any of his experience made me realized that can be me. So I have a plan to keep studying for my Security+ and apply to the helpdesk while finishing up my BA. Thank you for this awesome video! I feel like I have a virtual mentor.

@TheBeardedITDad Жыл бұрын

Im glad it was helpful.. next week we are dropping another great video about starting in cyber so make sure and check it out!

@xCheddarB0b42x Жыл бұрын

I tried the trad path. I had to bail on my first private industry help desk job. I realized 6 months in that I was being under-paid (vastly, deliberately) to be essentially Project Coordinator for a flawless very large customer database migration, two of them, involving critical infrastructure upgrades to warm site and hot site with zero downtime. I was dangerously anxious all the time, I couldn't sleep, I was drinking like a fish... it was my subconscious mind banging on the thick dividing glass, "Get out!" It took me a minute to consciously recognize The Swindle and how I had been rope-a-doped. My direct supervisor was an awesome dude, but his boss knew exactly what was happening and even sassed me on the way out the door! I was nothing but polite, because well that's just one way to win. Always be nice. Roadhouse rules, if you will. Enrolled in a very decent paid Cyber Security five month plus program, got hands on, got Security+, and boom landed something above SOC Analyst. My weird yet beefy resume helped somewhat. TL;DR many varying paths lead to Cyber, a very hot field with insane demand right now. Newbies - aim for SOC Analyst 1, get hands on (even with a home lab which is a way to gain skills), get Security+ (HR is looking for that one), apply to 50 to 100 a week, take the first offer. In a year, you can go anywhere and into any specialty. Personalities and capabilities will vary, but some folks can do a complete end run around the usual A+ then Network+ grinder. And let us speak plainly: the help desk meat grinder weeds out so much untapped talent that would be great in the SOC Analyst or Sales Engineer or whatever cyber specialty role. So maybe stop weeding out people by feeding them to the meat grinder? Because we have a very large--and growing--talent shortage and the adversary ain't exactly in snooze mode as Microsoft Azure AD engineers may attest... 73s

@lukeramos8903 Жыл бұрын

Awesome video! No joke I have seen hundreds of videos for getting into cybersecurity and this is easily one of the top ones 👌🏼. I started my journey a year ago and I would have loved this info then!

@TheBeardedITDad Жыл бұрын

Thanks you that so cool to hear!

@tenderwarrior68 Жыл бұрын

Bring the good stuff as always. I especially liked his take on certs vs experience and the importance of soft skills. Thanks for doing this interview.

@TheBeardedITDad Жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it!

@Infernofist666 3 ай бұрын

Thank you for this info , honestly was feeling kind of lost on the career journey now I have a heading for my attack plan for the rest of the year

@mistersaints4482 6 ай бұрын

This helped a lot. I'm currently attending WGU and also obtaining certs. But the whole what projects did I touch. Stomp me.

@jamesabbington3785 3 ай бұрын

This is an awesome video! I’m currently in school for Cybersecurity and one of my goals is becoming a pentester or ethical hacker. Just listening about what certifications that recommended has opened my eyes about what certification I need to work on.

@bubbalicious923 3 ай бұрын

First and formost thank you for this video. I wish I had found it seven months ago before starting the Google Cybersecurity Certification. Currently, I am frustrated with the lack of hands-on experience and how difficult it is to acquire it. I am angry with myself for not planning it out better. I just wanted to thank you again for this helpful video. I am going back to the drawing board, but I am excited to explore more of your content and information.

@Proxychains4 Жыл бұрын

First time watching you & your questions were spot on thank you 🙏🏼

@TheBeardedITDad Жыл бұрын

So glad!

@AccessoRe Жыл бұрын

Ten minutes in and this is the best info yet!! Thank you

@TheBeardedITDad Жыл бұрын

thank you

@goods1878 Жыл бұрын

This is the best information I’ve seen in a while 🙏🏾🙏🏾

@TheBeardedITDad Жыл бұрын

Thank you

@storqe 2 ай бұрын

Excellent interview and informative thank you. I’ve been IT support for a decade so I’m looking forward to changing over to security. I’ve been happy in IT support but nobody seems to want to pay more than 25/hr for support roles so it’s time to change.

@metallicat4life519 11 ай бұрын

Minute 14:00 is extremely motivational also... Jack's a badass too! Put the entry-level time in after A+, and crack the CompTIA books towards your Net+ & Sec+, then decide on CySA+ or PenTest+ work🤔p.s...Jack seems like a killer professor and INE sounds great too! On to the next vid on eJPTv2.

@TheBeardedITDad 10 ай бұрын

Thank you

@GuruLiving4 10 ай бұрын

This is the path that I’m taking

@eddiegerlach7121 2 ай бұрын

Great video! I'm currently enrolled in a Cybersecurity course thru my employer which will provide the opportunity to obtain my Sec+ Cert. Subbed! 👍

@Ben-he4jx Жыл бұрын

Having multiple certs without experience is not a red flag. It shows that individual is passionate and has the aptitude for the job. It also shows they learn quick. It's always the ones without certs, that don't apply themselves, that have the sht take of it being a red flag.

@firstname4337 Жыл бұрын

LOL, you sound like someone with no experience who can't get a job

@TheBeardedITDad Жыл бұрын

Everyone in the field Ive talked to sees it as a red flag. At the end of the day Esperance is KING! certification are great for your next job but you need to be leveling up your jobs with your certifications at the same time.

@gladcomming Жыл бұрын

@@TheBeardedITDad lol, u cant exp w/o certs cuz no1 will hire you

@TheBeardedITDad Жыл бұрын

I got hired without certs. Now im a director of net ops and i only ever got my A+

@gladcomming Жыл бұрын

@@TheBeardedITDad ok, took time in a consideration, its not 2015 anymore, competition is also bigger

@hydrashokgaming6400 Ай бұрын

Just started computer science school on Monday. Have always had immense interest in this field but finally took the plunge. This is a very helpful video. I’m such a newbie lol

@dmytryboguslavsky9320 Жыл бұрын

Great video, lots of top tier advice for anyone really looking to get into this field. Was a pleasure to listen in. Appreciate it.

@TheBeardedITDad Жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@denzelbrown9326 6 күн бұрын

I am a 30 year old going back to school online for a bachelors in Cybersecurity, your videos are phenomenal and do much to alleviate my confusion in this incredibly vast field of study. Bearded IT dads ftw!

@jeromewortham3848 9 ай бұрын

I have the CGRC, CCSP, and Comptia CSIS. I believe having a strong IT foundation is a must to be a Cyber Security Professional.

@TheBeardedITDad 9 ай бұрын

agree

@festereugene Жыл бұрын

For a video targeting to beginners, you use acronyms and industry lingo that makes following along to this video harder than it has to be. But thank you for making this and helpful tips that I could use

@samsonvladislav4167 6 ай бұрын

This was very informative. Thank you!!

@stephanc2359 5 ай бұрын

Wow! this is a great interview and I can relate to a lot of they saying speacially on the family aspect as I am trying to change carreer

@TheBeardedITDad 5 ай бұрын

I'm glad you found the interview relatable!

@thispcPH 11 ай бұрын

Thanks for this vid, im planning to jump right now in the Cyber Security no matter how hard it is. I will be there in the remote field soon or somehow.

@TheBeardedITDad 10 ай бұрын

You can do it!

@muhammadrazaarshad8632 6 ай бұрын

i started my journey on Cyber security 2 weeks ago these videos and road maps helped me alot, The phrase help yourself first actually was a knoch on the brain i now have 4 certificates watching more videos to get idea on projects. Hopefully if getting a chance i would need consultation at one point.

@TheBeardedITDad 5 ай бұрын

That's amazing progress! Keep up the great work and continue learning. You're on the right track!

@kevcurry7773 10 ай бұрын

Awesome content and very realistic. Thanks for both of your perspectives and experiences. Planning to get my A+ cet then off to Sec+ to land cybersec role. Currently 1yr in Customer Service and 4yrs in helpdesk

@TheBeardedITDad 10 ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful! sounds you got a great plan in place!

@toasted-kitten Жыл бұрын

17:34 This is because colleges focus more on breadth than depth for their IT-related degrees. They touch on so many subjects, many being outdated, but then never dive into them further. To get an idea of how bad my colleges curriculum was (just graduated 2023): Active Directory, a service nearly 98% of organizations use, was not taught at all. I learned most of what I needed through studying for certifications and projects, ended up just completing college for the HR check.

@MrEdrftgyuji Жыл бұрын

Universities tend to avoid teaching practical skills and instead focus on the theoretical.

@TangyWaterpark 11 ай бұрын

Same, didn’t learn Active Directory!

@made432 3 ай бұрын

I disagree. There are plenty of colleges that teach things relevant to the workforce. SUNY FLCC’s cybersecurity and networking program (online) is top notch and is lead by J. Wiseman, a prominent author for networking and cybersecurity books. Look him up. He aligns the program to industry standards. Another great school is FIU (online) and they allow their engineering students to create two concentrations for their degree and they also align to industry standards. So, the courses you take help for certain certifications. FIU has various cyber concentration such as cyber defense, networking, cybersecurity and digital forensics. FIU has strong ties to DC, the DoD and major employers like MITRE, google and Microsoft. I am finishing my degree at FIU online and love it. Two of my courses thus far have helped me get my net+ and sec+. I had two security related internships thus far with major employers. It really depends on the school you go to.

@made432 3 ай бұрын

Not true. I went to two schools, community college and a state school that was aligned with industry standards. SUNY FLCC and FIU online.

@carlacampos6474 Жыл бұрын

This video is soooo useful! Thank you so much!

@TheBeardedITDad Жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@userx6561 Жыл бұрын

I agree with not job-hopping so often. However, sometimes employees leave for better training and not money. I find myself in that boat. My first two jobs have been crappy in the training and documentation department. On paper, I’d look like a job-hopper, but the employer doesn’t take the reputation hit of being disorganized or toxic. Do what’s best for you.

@TheBeardedITDad Жыл бұрын

I 100% agree you are not going to get big changes in income staying with the same employer.. its a balancing act

@leejackson4520 4 ай бұрын

I'm a cyber security student and I am happy to take a interview if you ever need someone for that.

@Khalil6079 Жыл бұрын

Great informative video! Thanks a lot for the content!!!

@TheBeardedITDad Жыл бұрын

Glad you liked it!

@charliechavous6101 Жыл бұрын

Great information and I appreciate this!

@TheBeardedITDad Жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it!

@doomerquiet1909 6 ай бұрын

I was in Comms, i was more equipment operation side of things but had a lot of buddies in my company that were networkers and all around brilliant dudes. Now i’m in college with Cybersecurity as my Major and I really hope i can be half as intelligent and adaptable as our Networkers were

@TheBeardedITDad 5 ай бұрын

thats epic keep up the great work!

@brittanyhackley742 19 күн бұрын

Im a truck driver and im looking for a change this is the 3rd time i seen something dealing with cyber security so i take this as a sign

@Jerquan19 11 ай бұрын

Def answered the question about CISA. I had no idea where would it or should it be placed on a journey. Not far enough along for a CISSP but CISA instead could be good.

@TheBeardedITDad 10 ай бұрын

if you are in the cyber field then start studying for the CISA ide say.

@robbybatong8050 11 ай бұрын

Awesome interview, I'm looking at getting into IT. My number 1 goal is to get into cybersecurity. Jack broke it down talking about great recommendations not just on how to get there but how to have that work-life balance! Which I believe will benefit an individual's progress. Great Job Beard :) Thank you Mr. BEARD for sharing the content of your journey also.

@TheBeardedITDad 11 ай бұрын

Absolutely! I'm glad to help and feel free to reach out if you have any questions

@josephnuma9548 10 ай бұрын

@pbmastamind Жыл бұрын

Great info and a lot of gems dropped 🔥🔥🔥

@TheBeardedITDad Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@AdHdEntertainmentLLC 11 ай бұрын

Took a while off from Cyber due to mourning the loss of a dearly loved friend. I love SecITGuy's contributions especially from the Cyber insecurity streams.

@TheBeardedITDad 10 ай бұрын

Im sorry for your loss... I hope you find your way back to the field.

@AdHdEntertainmentLLC 10 ай бұрын

@@TheBeardedITDad thank you. I am slowly getting there.

@Heavy146 Жыл бұрын

Great interview. You got a new Subscriber. Thanks for sharing...

@TheBeardedITDad Жыл бұрын

Awesome, thank you!

@ShortyD90173 Жыл бұрын

Very comprehensive 💎💎 Thanks!!!!!

@TheBeardedITDad Жыл бұрын

You're very welcome!

@RootsofAbundace 3 ай бұрын

Great Conversation, it really helped a lot

@fg9650 Жыл бұрын

Awesome content! Thank you!

@TheBeardedITDad Жыл бұрын

Glad you liked it!

@emarskineel 6 ай бұрын

This is one competent dude

@tyrecarmon20 Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for this video. I failed my A+ exam twice and I’m trying to keep my head above water to pass this exam

@TheBeardedITDad Жыл бұрын

You got this!

@tyrecarmon20 Жыл бұрын

@@TheBeardedITDad thanks man! Going back to studying today

@denk29 2 ай бұрын

It’s very hard to admit you have tried and failed, you’ve that energy of winning all the best vigilante 🎉 you gonna make it.

@Yimikabrown 9 ай бұрын

Hello 👋🏿 Newbie here. I really love this interview - very helpful. Thank you for mirroring how the field is with pathways. I’m a professional Accountant with 3 years exp already training for my cyber sec cert with ISC2 to enable me get an entry level role. I’ll definitely take all that’s been discussed here into consideration as I move forward in this field and definitely refer to it every now and then.

@Gilly1906843 8 ай бұрын

Loved every question you asked

@TheBeardedITDad 8 ай бұрын

Thank you

@fred_figo 10 ай бұрын

Hi guys, such an informative video! Please type out the recommended certifications

@Nate_Vee 11 ай бұрын

I was looking for discussion like this to help me move ahead with cybersecurity career.

@TheBeardedITDad 11 ай бұрын

Im glad to help!

@S0ll 10 ай бұрын

Thank you guys for this great interview God bless you all

@TheBeardedITDad 9 ай бұрын

Thank you, Im glad you liked it.

@templuh 11 ай бұрын

Hi, This is a longshot with this video being two months old but i was looking to start on the cybersecurity analyst field. My plan right now was to self teach the basics then when comfortable do the google cybersecurity course and get my security+ cert. I was wondering if you could give any input on if this would be a good plan of action and if not what you would suggest. Thank you for ur time and the very informative video none the less

@taurux01 7 ай бұрын

Felicitaciones, por esta entrevista q q ayudará a mi hijo q se graduadara en 4 meses de ingeniero de sistemas a tener una mejor visión sobre su interés en la ciberseguridad... gracias...te ganastes un suscriptor más like

@TheBeardedITDad 7 ай бұрын

Me alegra poder ayudar.

@minimalSwift Жыл бұрын

great video! Thanks!

@TheBeardedITDad Жыл бұрын

Glad you liked it!

@JoshMadakor 10 ай бұрын

You produce some great content, here’s to continued KZfaq success 🍻🍻🍻🍻🎉😊

@TheBeardedITDad 10 ай бұрын

Thanks so much!

@Natural-Causes Жыл бұрын

I was a network engineer for 7 years twenty two years ago and back then once you were hired they didn’t give healthy raises at all to keep someone at the company. Sadly you had to apply at a different company to get any decent raise. We’re talking $6000 a year raise versus $35,000-$40,000 raise switching companies. To me the telecommunications companies didn’t care about losing someone with talent and ambition. I hope if I get into cyber it’s different.

@johnagno8169 3 ай бұрын

It isn't different, pittance raise, move for more..

@yungx811 8 ай бұрын

That’s crazy! Just saw you on a Comptia video studying for A+

@TheBeardedITDad 8 ай бұрын

That was so much fun to record with them

@ajhauser7395 6 ай бұрын

Awesome info thanks

@HighlyReactive Жыл бұрын

Thank you. Subscribed.

@TheBeardedITDad Жыл бұрын

Awesome, thank you!

@julianneedsblood7091 5 ай бұрын

Thank You! 🎉

@JustAGrl007 9 ай бұрын

This was a really good interview!

@TheBeardedITDad 9 ай бұрын

Thank you

@kervince Жыл бұрын

Great content👏🏾👏🏾

@TheBeardedITDad Жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed

@GrueneWoW 9 ай бұрын

Once again. Great video

@TheBeardedITDad 9 ай бұрын

Thank you

@richardsmith635 6 ай бұрын

I'm kind of glad about the route I'm going, I know y'all said a degree is kind of less important than certs but the community college I'm going through is teaching courses directly from the CompTIA certs. I just started but I'm already learning the material for A+ and Network+. Next semester I think I'll have Linux and somewhere in the future Security+. While the college courses don't get me the cert at least I'm getting the information and shortly after the semester ends I plan to take the exams to get those certs. As long as I pass the exams I think I'll end the degree platform with up to like 5-6 certs. My question would be after I get through this semester and pass the A+ and Network+ exam should I start looking into jobs to build a resume in tech or should I wait a bit? I have a full-time job already as I'm in my 30's but I'm a cattle rancher so it's not even remotely related lol.

@TangyWaterpark 11 ай бұрын

I’ve been on the hunt for entry level soc roles and have had luck with several interviews which is great for interview experience (both initial and technical). I have a “bachelors” in cybersecurity, IT certificate, and a lot of self teaching. I thought I’d be able to get into a job to help me and pay for my sec plus. No way, biting the bullet and going to pay for it myself, pretty penny for a college grad tryna stay afloat with my restaurant job.

@TheBeardedITDad 10 ай бұрын

Thats tough... alot of jobs in cyber want you to already have Security + before starting....

@53darkknight53 11 ай бұрын

Just found your channel while I was looking for Blue Team I'm a college student on computer engineering and interested in cyber security for the last year. I've built a great entry level foundation on network, programming, linux, databases, operating systems and general IT Now I'm halfway through IBM's Cybersecurity Analyst course in coursera which helped me a lot in shaping the career path I want to take (blue team) My question is, what should I focus on to prove myself that I'm passionate about this career when trying to get a job while also showing that I did my best to improve myself with opportunities I've got

@TheBeardedITDad 10 ай бұрын

Ide say certification wise ide start working on your security + because most employers are going to want you to have that... out side of certs you could work on CTF's and while most CTFs are Red Team you are still learning the important skills and becoming a part of the security community.

@georgerobbins5560 11 ай бұрын

Great conversation guys.

@TheBeardedITDad 10 ай бұрын

Thank you

@tariahlewis9670 6 ай бұрын

Thank you

@thefrub Жыл бұрын

Communicating in interviews is so critical but it's so easy to mess it up. I've definitely felt the blank before. My first helpdesk job, I completely blanked out in the interview and started talking about building automated farms in Minecraft 😂😂 STILL GOT THE JOB

@TheBeardedITDad Жыл бұрын

LOL i think we all have been there...

@xCheddarB0b42x Жыл бұрын

Everything is transferrable and relatable. It is almost a sales & marketing tactic for which typically introverted tech nerds (like me) may not realize at first, but once seen in this light, changes The Interview process forever.

@TheBeardedITDad 10 ай бұрын

absolutely

@lisaphillips4379 4 ай бұрын

What entry level hep desk would you recommend? Thanks Geat Information!

@BrianDelrosario81 10 ай бұрын

Semper fi, brother.

@Denspion Жыл бұрын

I just enrolled into a Bachlors program in Cybersecurityand Information Assurance program, which includes 15 certs. So what I'm hearing, is that just getting some certs before I even graduate could land me a job in the field, like you are saying it being a broad spectrum, seeing which way I want to go with it.

@mamag1rl 6 ай бұрын

You must be enrolled in WGU?

@Denspion 6 ай бұрын

that is correct@@mamag1rl

@potatoplays2 11 ай бұрын

It's kind of hard to decide what field I want to get into, cuz I just want to get into any networking position at this point

@jbs2763 9 ай бұрын

Appreciate the video y’all, I’m currently working on my certs after 22 years in trucking

@TheBeardedITDad 9 ай бұрын

Epic what cert are you studying for?

@jbs2763 9 ай бұрын

@@TheBeardedITDad currently A+, on the fence if I should follow the CompTia path of Net+/Sec+ or do the google cert/Sec + Blue Team level 1…. Not a whole lot of time to study between the 14 hour days and a toddler lol

@jbs2763 9 ай бұрын

@@TheBeardedITDad passed 1101 a few weeks ago

@TheBeardedITDad 9 ай бұрын

@jbs2763 first off congrats on passing the 1101, as for what certs you should do next just follow what your passionate about.

@batchsams Күн бұрын

I’m from Africa, came to get a piece of the American dream. Studying now for the ComTIA IFT+, then A+, Network+ and finally security+. I currently make 6 figures but working like 75 to 100 hours a week. I’m getting older and that is no longer fun for me. Look for something least physical but more mental. By the way I’m 44 years old. Any advice or recommendations.

@jeffnaval4894 6 ай бұрын

This is an S+ tier video. It's rare to find a video like this.

@TheBeardedITDad 5 ай бұрын

Woah, an S+ tier video? You just made my day! I'm really happy to hear that you enjoyed it. Thanks for the awesome comment, it means a lot!

@charcoalanderson8010 7 ай бұрын

5:32 gotta love those secret turning points in life where you're disappointed or get something you didn't want then it turns out to be the best thing in the end.

@TheBeardedITDad 6 ай бұрын

100%

@JoaoWilliamRodriguesCardoso 5 ай бұрын

Great topic and interview. It a pity the distortion in the audio. 😢 Nice interview though. Thank you

@A_Trade10X 5 ай бұрын

Great interview, interesting perspectives. Hmmm🤔

@TheBeardedITDad 5 ай бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it!

@thebetterodds1141 Жыл бұрын

It’s crazy I’m 34 and have been looking for a career change thought about cyber security and this popped up. I’ve always had a interest in computers and coding. I’m just starting to look into this field seems a bit overwhelming at first glance but it’s sparking my interest

@TheBeardedITDad Жыл бұрын

I was in my late 20 when i made this career change and now 4 years later im a Director of Network Operations.. and loving every min of it!!!

@warriorcats65 Жыл бұрын

@TheBeardedITDad I'm almost 22 i just graduated from art and want to change my career path but it is overwhelming as it is a huge change. I know nothing about IT and networking. Should I go for a+ first and apply for a help desk job for the experience as a start? Is it possible for someone like me that has not a single knowledge about tech? Sorry if I sound noob that's cus im new to all this

@thebetterodds1141 Жыл бұрын

@@TheBeardedITDad so my question would be do I get into a program where I get my A+ and then security + and search for a job at a help desk to get my experience up? It’s a big nerve wrecking since I have no prior experience and coming into as a clear canvas.

@TheBeardedITDad Жыл бұрын

The A+ and apply for a help desk job is a great path to get started and build experience! Thats what i did and was a huge success

@TheBeardedITDad Жыл бұрын

@thebetterodds1141 I was studding for my A+ when i got my first job... You dont need the cert to land a job just start putting your self out there and be eager to learn.

@bigrubenzo Жыл бұрын

Awesome interview 🙏

@TheBeardedITDad Жыл бұрын

Thank you

@AlexZeBeast 10 ай бұрын

Awesome.

@cadturner1 Жыл бұрын

Great information, I appreciate it the video. What field would you recommend with someone that has a logistics background that’s interested in technology.

@TheBeardedITDad Жыл бұрын

I would recommend following what your are passionate about. With that said you would probably find Project Management similar.