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[@liferesetwithboni]

Hi guys thanks for stopping by! Khanyi shares her journey from dropping a Chemical Engineering job opportunity to taking on Cybersecurity Consulting. I encourage you to watch most of the video for full context, but here is your time stamp: 00:00 What to expect in this video and introduction 2:00 Why drop Chemical Engineer job for Cyber Security? 4:42 How did she get into Cyber Security Consulting with engineering? 08:45 Which certifications does she have? 12:01 Why an engineering degree if unsure about your career? 13:12 Chemical Engineering realities in South Africa 17:15 Cyber Security Consultant Salary in South Africa 19:02 Cyber Security Consulting realities 19:45 Can you get into Cyber Consulting without a degree the prons and cons around it 22:03 Which certifications Security should you start with in Cyber Security and where to study cyber security in South Africa. 24:52 Three critical soft skills required for Cyber Security Consulting? 26:24 Getting into property and conclusion Please like the video if you found value and consider subscribing, it's free.:)

[@braddng3718]

This was one of the BEST.......keep em comin

[@akaypeaks]

Sis Boni . As long as it is about IT, I watch . Inspirational content

[@liferesetwithboni]

What do you do?

[@juankarelse5594]

I just got my Diploma in Cybersecurity last week!!

[@ayandajuku8954]

Where did you study?

[@simnikiwegaleni7667]

Name of the Institution

[@maphoking504]

How was it?? Is it difficult like it sounds??

[@juankarelse5594]

Hi all I only saw messages now. I did it through Fortinet, the company I work for is a partner of theirs, the course was challenging but because I work in an environment where I am use to most of the technologies surrounding cyber security, it was manageable. Good luck guys.

[@edub201683]

This reminds me of the gentleman who you previously interviewd who also has an engineering background but now working as a consultant. He mentioned that engineers are at an advantage in a business setting becasue of their problem solving skills.

[@liferesetwithboni]

Yes are you in engineering?

[@edub201683]

@@liferesetwithboni no Sis Boni.. my background is Business Information Systems.. I’m in academia

[@brianngoriko1756]

when i see Cybersecurity i click

[@liferesetwithboni]

You love money 😅😅😅

[@Bringbeautyzulu]

Same

[@rajaburajabu7105]

​@@liferesetwithboniYou inspired me through your videos on cybersecurity and now I got my first Google cybersecurity certificate..... I want to become an engineer inshallah

[@StreetWarrior24]

I have a passion for both cybersecurity and property development. I'm currently doing my Google Cybersecurity Certification and hopefully I'll be working soon. Thank you for his video, Boni and Khanyi. 🔥

[@Ngwenya_Holdings]

Very insightful & informative. I'm on my journey to being CyberSecurity also

[@thekontuli2828]

She is such a beautiful soul; inside-out! Cabanga nje: most Cyber Security professionals easily earn more medical doctors

[@liferesetwithboni]

It depends also, a specialist doctors earn quite a bit! 😅

[@khanyisileyothando5890]

Thank you!

[@phikaxolisani1763]

Thank you, this is great.... I'm so interested in Cybersecurity....🎉

[@nyamze29]

Greetings All. Currently doing my Google Cyber Security Certificate for free through RLabs a company in Cape Town. Then later aiming to do my Security+ and Network+ through Comptia. My other Cyber Security interests are Forensics, GRC (Governance, Risk and Compliance) and Threat Intelligence, that I have picked up interest in. I also have a BCom Law degree that i first did before going into cyber security. Question.....: Is there a market or demand (locally or internationally) for the above mentioned cyber security interests of mine.

[@ntsakomthathi3339]

Yes, there is.

[@khanyisileyothando5890]

There is a demand. Top of the list is pentesting, incident response, threat intelligence, strategy and governance

[@hlautelostar3256]

@nyamze29 Thanks for sharing. Can I please have your cell number, would like to ask something related to RLabs?

[@KhanyaandCarol]

Thank you Boni for such an amaizing content. I am a qualified teacher have been working for 10 years. Got promoted am now a departmental head . Now I am bored really want to change to Cybersecurity Consulting. Please advise Khanyi.

[@liferesetwithboni]

She mentioned Courses and I've also put them on the description box of the video. Do check it out. Start with the basic security plus from CompTia.

[@tonnymasetsebe1926]

I've recently completed my Google cybersecurity course and would like advice on what to do next

[@gracebanda3018]

Great information will introduce my son to this channel he is doing second year of IT

[@liferesetwithboni]

Great

[@mapletech_22]

This is great. Cybersecurity is interesting but most you need to have a passion for it. I have a degree in cybersecurity as well as a diploma in project planning and management.

[@liferesetwithboni]

Nice

[@queeyebeats3094]

Where did you study cyber security

[@mapletech_22]

@@queeyebeats3094 University of Zambia 🇿🇲

[@ElevateUplift-u1s]

Awesome interview sis Boni. Thanks.

[@leedlamini]

Which resources did you use for the isc2 CC certification? or was the given material suffient to do well and pass

[@chumajola2511]

28:16 thanks Khanyi and Boni. I gained alot from this. ❤

[@liferesetwithboni]

Awesome

[@fionasmith6686]

How's the work life balance with cybersecurity? Do you need to be able to learn how to code ? She mentioned that What does a cyber security consultant do day to day ? She didn't get into depth about that.

[@liferesetwithboni]

She will answer.

[@khanyisileyothando5890]

Hey. Work/life Balance - the first 2 years you will not have work/life balance as you need to put in extra hours to upskill yourself and master the day to day expectations of a cybersecurity consultant. One you get the hang of it you can efficiently manage your time Code- yes if you will go into penetration testing, no if you will do the other facets of cyber

[@khanyisileyothando5890]

Day to day job of a cybersecurity- to simply if l will break it up into 3 parts Team meetings - these are internal meetings you will have with your managers to review work you have done and plot next steps. Average of 20% of the time Execution - you will spend most of your time doing the work, which depends on the project you are on. For instance, if you’re on a cybersecurity strategy review project you will spend time reviewing your clients cybersecurity posture and coming up with recommendations to improve it. 70% of your time goes here Client interactions- 10% of your time. This is presenting work to clients, getting their feedback etc

[@fionasmith6686]

@@khanyisileyothando5890 thank you so much for clarifying

[@liferesetwithboni]

@@khanyisileyothando5890 Well put!

[@mirriamchuma3399]

Im in Pharmaceutical Sales completely bored with what im currently doing...Should definitely check this out.

[@liferesetwithboni]

At least you are bored with money. 😅😅😅

[@zazzleq6139]

Guys, BCG is no joke🙏🏿 she’s very lucky to be at that company. Even in america, they’re prestigious even in other areas outside cybersecurity so I understand her cute face. As long as I’m her type, ke happy and wish her all the best🤭

[@liferesetwithboni]

Yeah

[@khanyisileyothando5890]

Thank you!

[@nkululekombonane9377]

Thank you sis Boni for getting us all this informative information😊❤

[@liferesetwithboni]

Glad you found value!

[@DorcasThabiee]

This is such an inspiring video. For the certificates, how much does it cost to do them and what is the duration.

[@infamismworldwild6248]

Insightful , thank you

[@liferesetwithboni]

You're very welcome👌

[@SOL-qo3wm]

This is great thank you❤

[@liferesetwithboni]

You are welcome 😊

[@braddng3718]

Hi, can your guest pls explain WHY specifically those certs. This combination is interesting CIPM/ CISM with CC?!?

[@khanyisileyothando5890]

Why those certs - they align to cyber strategy and governance. They are recognised globally

[@braddng3718]

I checked the certs, damn they are expensive! But thanx for your response👍🏽

[@liferesetwithboni]

Maybe the company can pay for them 🤔

[@braddng3718]

​@@khanyisileyothando5890where did you get your study material, I don't think studying only online is not enough. Pls advise🙆🏽‍♂️🙆🏽‍♂️

[@phoebemailwane7949]

Great interview Boni 🥰🥰

[@liferesetwithboni]

🥰

[@grantgodfrey403]

Where would one find graduate programmes for cybersecurity consultants to apply for ?

[@liferesetwithboni]

The big 4 consulting firms also check the website called Graduate 24 . That's where I typically see Graduate programs.

[@khanyisileyothando5890]

@@liferesetwithboniagreed

[@ThabisoRatlou]

PWC and KPMG are currently recruiting for Cyber security trainee programme.

[@purposepassionsisterhood]

where else can one network for digital marketing

[@tinotendanmufudza3747]

Can we please get a data analyst as well. Thank you in advance

[@liferesetwithboni]

It's happening this month.

[@bongumusasokhulu260]

😢 its something I have been thinking about since I want to switch careers 😢😢😢 the older one gets the scarier it becomes 😅😅😅 but let me do baby steps and hopefully in 2/3 years I will be in the field

[@liferesetwithboni]

Amen!

[@Mimpho_s]

Hello, just wanted to ask what's Khanyi's LinkedIn handle?

[@liferesetwithboni]

I'll have to ask her

[@khanyisileyothando5890]

Yothando Moyo

[@HezronLinda]

Hi .. i am about to start a job in CSC .. any chance i might get in contact with khanyi on the Social for advice and guidance?

[@liferesetwithboni]

I've asked for her LinkedIn

[@intrepidrockstar]

We need timestamps back Boni

[@liferesetwithboni]

Only got them now, check.

[@preciouskgomotso591]

How Khanyi, could you please elaborate more on the graduate programme? Within the graduate programme was your role an associate? And also, consulting is well known for travelling to clients, which provinces and countries have you travelled to as a consultant? Side note: this was such an informative interview ❤

[@preciouskgomotso591]

….* Hi Khanyi 😊

[@liferesetwithboni]

Gald you found value

[@karrentogara308]

😊the joy on NOnis face,

[@liferesetwithboni]

Who is Noni now?

[@3stepsTops]

Hey khanyi, are certificates from Cousera/ Google affective when job searching in south africa?

[@liferesetwithboni]

You need to have projects to go with that certification

[@AyandaSibusiso]

Hello. Where did she do her certificates for cybersecurity again?

[@liferesetwithboni]

Comptia

[@thipeweekend4674]

Hi Boni what is Khanyi's KZbin channel name

[@liferesetwithboni]

Only Tik tok. And it's on the video.

[@Anga_Reacts]

Studying cyber security certificates for free on coursera. Only pay for exam and its affordable.

[@liferesetwithboni]

👏

[@SirwilliamsX]

What's the program she got into after graduating from Chemical engineering to Cyber Security?

[@liferesetwithboni]

We can't name the company but it's a graduate from one of the BIG 4 .

[@SirwilliamsX]

@@liferesetwithboni where can I find the company I want to do that course too.

[@ysnyathi]

Where's the money in all this ?, is it on the Technical or the Strategy?

[@khanyisileyothando5890]

Technical has more money

[@ysnyathi]

Thanks @@khanyisileyothando5890

[@ysnyathi]

@@khanyisileyothando5890 BTW I checked your channel it seems you don't post videos anymore. Is there a reason for that?

[@paskalianapolly7404]

Hi Boni .. Would please ask her sites where one can take online examination...

[@liferesetwithboni]

Comptia

[@Purity839]

The 4 certs she mentioned are they free online or one must pay to obtain them?

[@Purity839]

And which website should one go for if they are free

[@liferesetwithboni]

Information is on the video.

[@princemofokeng1389]

What is your linkedin, user name?

[@khutsomaruma3102]

Hi Boni I have just completed my Cisco Cyberops certification and still studying. How do I get hold of Khanyi I just need some tips Thanks

[@liferesetwithboni]

Give us context, what type of experience or other qualifications do you have so the village can assist you.

[@ljns2182]

How was the cost for Cisco CyberOps ?

[@Sci-Fi_Fan296]

This was so helpful. Has your guest come across anyone who’ve relocated from the USA to South Africa after getting employed by 1 of the big 4 firms? Also, any advice on getting IT Audit experience that can help in landing a job at the big 4?

[@liferesetwithboni]

She will answer part 1, and for part 2, I'm sure the village will respond to your question.

[@khanyisileyothando5890]

First question- nope, but it’s definitely possible IT Audit - best bet is through a graduate program

[@Sci-Fi_Fan296]

@@khanyisileyothando5890thanks for your follow up. I appreciate the info. 🤗

[@mandisa9919]

Great video!❤

[@liferesetwithboni]

🎈

[@gontsekgosana989]

iyoh those certs are expensive😭

[@liferesetwithboni]

Let the company pay for them

[@Kgosi12793]

Where do we apply 😢

[@khanyisileyothando5890]

Check out grad programs for big4 companies

[@xolanishabalala3098]

Where

[@liferesetwithboni]

@xolanishabalala3098 Google Graduate Programs in South Africa , check the company's LinkedIn, company website, and Graduate 24 website. I will also be launching a website for such.

[@mirriamchuma3399]

Where did Khanyi do her graduate programme?

[@liferesetwithboni]

We don't mention companies here but you can check maybe on LinkedIn in Yothando Khanyisile Moyo.

[@khanyisileyothando5890]

I did the graduate programme at PwC

[@mirriamchuma3399]

​@@khanyisileyothando5890thank you

[@paskalianapolly7404]

I did my certificate with coursera ... Am I able to take exam with comptia???

[@liferesetwithboni]

💯

[@keeyaletlhake]

Can we get a marketing professional

[@liferesetwithboni]

It's on this season, but I'm not sure of the date yet.

[@rayumeana01]

Can I have have Khanyis social handles

[@liferesetwithboni]

The tik tok is mentioned on the video.

[@IanVie]

On a non technical side you are pretty much a PA and the salary is pits

[@liferesetwithboni]

PA to who?

[@IanVie]

@@liferesetwithboni to the technical team or red team

[@siphiwemofokeng3082]

😂 what are you trying to say bro?

[@ontisitsemanyeneng3154]

He is saying her job is pretty much like being an Assistant to the Red team (ethical hackers).

[@Mam_Ncamisa]

aybo "inhliziyo yami icishe yama" 😂😂😂😂😂

[@liferesetwithboni]

🤣🤣🤣

[@zibusisondlovu5577]

Clearly you had chosen the wrong field to begin with. Cybersecurity is more of IT than Chemical engineering!

[@liferesetwithboni]

I guess you didn't watch the video.