Ex-NSA hacker tells us how to get into hacking!

[@shreyansjain8079]

Best hacking career. 1) learn to hack. 2) hack nasa and Pentagon. 3) get caught. 4) go to prison. 5) get hired by fbi. 6) stonks.

[@FixerRC]

I mean, not a very bad idea.

[@solidbodyjr9087]

7) leave fbi 8) join nsa

[@shreyansjain8079]

@Magistar M Russia ain't that good

[@zartech-info]

Not the fastest route. The time in prison usually is an issue. It also makes it very difficult to get a Job. Stay Clean, stop bad guys, report/find bugs legally.

[@shreyansjain8079]

@@zartech-info it's a joke btw and I said best not fastest

[@TheBoothj]

32 years old and at a big career change moment in my life, this video definitely helped give me some direction. Baie dankie David, love your content!

[@davidbombal]

You're welcome! You cannot change the past, but you can change your future.

[@calebloco]

I switched over from the medical field 3 years ago. Went back to school. Got an IT degree. Focus on Cyber Defense. Graduated. Got my Sec+ and finally after almost a year got my first job in IT. Security is tough to get into and will take patience and time. Clear your schedule to learn ethical hacking. It’s a rabbit hole. Fun but a rabbit hole. Find a good mentor to help because sometimes reading isn’t enough.

[@cheif9295]

This is good to hear because I'm 51 years old and looking to make the same change

[@art_forever_32]

30 career changer here and this is perfect!

[@justicegugu9775]

@@calebloco where did you get the degree on cyber defense from and how much does it cost?

[@mikefay8363]

Been going to school online for about a year for IT with a concentration in Cyber Security. Never felt like I was gaining practical workplace knowledge. This video has helped me figure out a path I can start on. Thank you guys so much. Definitely felt represented as a 28 year old who just left the construction industry to pursue something better and more interesting to me. This is a big help!

[@thewifispot6820]

That's funny, I'm a 28 year old leaving the construction industry and getting into cyber security

[@thewifispot6820]

And my names Mike 🤣

[@snafu7091]

Hack the University; as well a putting a backdoor on your teachers computers adjust your marks. Spend your time doing something more practical. If you get caught; at least those in the industry will know you worth. Enough said.

[@sunsen3177]

That’s amazing. I’m also a 28 year old looking at the same thing. Nice to know I’m not alone

[@CORRUPT604]

Rodbuster here currently about to start what you've started, hopefully to get out of construction

[@casebookofthenighthunter4038]

Great video David! After getting hurt at work a couple of weeks ago I've come to the realization that my days as a delivery driver are numbered so after seeing this video I've really developed an interest in Ethical Hacking/Pen Testing. I started an Ethical Hacking course on Udemy and so far I've really enjoyed it and I'll be switching careers hopefully sooner rather than later. At 48 it's a bit scary switching up careers but based on what I'm learning so far I'm really enjoying it. What I like best about your channel is how thorough you are with your questions and making sure that your viewers get all the information we need to get ahead and succeed in the IT field. Keep up the great work!

[@ns2304]

Davids got a great course on Wireshark and Kali Linux on Udemy

[@uniquebrands6056]

I can't watch this video without jotting down some vital point from sir David and the NSA guy thanks to him also for being brutally honest and straightforward with his answers . He didn't show any sign of pride or something related to that based on his intellectual abilities in the ethical world.You both are amazing

[@roguebae16]

One of the most interesting parts in this video is David Sir asking the absolute right questions for beginners. This is a great video. Gonna smash the share button!

[@davidbombal]

Thank you! I appreciate that! :)

[@akhilkumar7607]

Smashed it already 😜😂

[@zehranaqvi3453]

@@davidbombal sir can yu please recover my facebook account

[@filetmignon9978]

@@zehranaqvi3453 i dont think thats how it works lol

[@filetmignon9978]

@Stone Wood huh

[@brynotar]

Man, I've been feeling absolutely lost the last year just trying to figure out where to start. This was unbelievably helpful

[@audriuslaurinavicius3587]

Probably you juat needed someone who would reassure you what it is possible for you

[@DynamicDesignz585]

Start with Linux

[@DynamicDesignz585]

It's possible for you. If I did it you can do it.. trust me

[@digi_tv]

@@DynamicDesignz585 is there anyway to speak with you briefly? I have the same concern about starting this late.

[@clemencejosephat8335]

@@digi_tv did he reply to you?

[@edgarmiranda2589]

I've sent this video to so many HS grads that want to know how to start. Love this video. Thank you!

[@CryptoBeanie]

I’m 41 and I’m about to take my CompTIA A+ just to start, because I’ve been involved in computers since I was a kid. Then I’m going into hacking and cybersecurity as a major career pivot. No fear. Thanks for all the helpful information you two.

[@wightclaudia]

How’d it go ?

[@MrTubeMeToo]

At 72 years of age I have no intention of 'getting a job' in any field but I must say that I find you and Neil extremely interesting and informative. I am actually checking out your leads and have started delving and participating in the basic training and other leads you talk about. I've learned so much since I started following you guys. I've started setting up my home lab and look forward to hacking myself if nothing else. :) Keep up the good work. It is great even for old folk like me. It keeps our brains alive.

[@wrathofgrothendieck]

Hack the planet

[@UberBossPure]

Hack your biological DNA.

[@Microphunktv-jb3kj]

@@wrathofgrothendieck Mess with the best, die like the rest. Boot Up or Shut Up! >D

[@terraop3062]

wait so you are 72........you are so cooolll i swear my grandparents watch serials at this age

[@thoyo]

I think you're amazing!

[@paulcostache6733]

The part about home labs and participating in capture the flag events, just the importance of hand on experience in general was super useful. I would have applied to jobs until old age with no idea why I'm not hearing back. Thank you both

[@edgeofthegrasstactics1106]

Te-ai angajat ?

[@alpha583]

What a great video - and I appreciate how David is considerate of his audience by making sure Neil break down and explain the high-end terminologies for beginners to comprehend. And thank you for going even beyond and adding all the meaning of the abbreviated words and terms used by Neil in the video 🙏🏽

[@gallo0blanco]

What an interesting guy! Thanks for introducing us to Neil, David.

[@davidbombal]

Agreed. Neal is great! You're welcome.

[@janetjackson8117]

From United States of America Army says Thanks to Hitecyberspace On Telegram, he's the best Hacker in the whole world and trusted hacker.

[@4c00h]

Hey man, I just wanted to say thank you on behalf of myself and everyone who forgot to say it.. I would say I wish I had known this 25 years ago but I don't regret everything else I learned having done certifications along the way as you can always put the knowledge to use, specially in pen testing

[@socat9311]

This is high quality David. Thanks to both for taking the time

[@davidbombal]

Thank you.

[@pablorodrigues9811]

Thanks David and Neal for this high quality interview!

[@davidbombal]

You're welcome Pablo!

[@gauravsonawane7554]

I love this field, because it's super complex to get into, It takes sometimes years to understand how to enter, and you think it's simple, I should have known this from the first day, if someone would have told me correctly, and then you try to tell your roadmap to someone, and other person says, "Bro what are you talking, I can't understand a single bit, are you were born genius".

[@lingofearth2786]

It’s rare to see an interviewer asking really great questions in conversations, but these were great questions on topic every time, never leading to a totally different topic

[@abhijithk.namboothiry2046]

"How do I document it" I was about to ask😂 Completely beginner friendly and most needed queries. ❤️

[@abhijithk.namboothiry2046]

@@libraryofthoughts0 it was about how to furnish resume, not about documenting anything 😂

[@zgnrc02]

Mother amazing one-on -one stellar interview. I fired up a linkedin invite with Neil and before the video was done. I got accepted on Neil’s Network. Amazing David!.

[@davidbombal]

Really happy to hear that!

[@sushirvr938]

Aahh yess! Motivation level after watching this: "Over 9000!"

[@MarcoMarco160]

*power meter breaks

[@riastr0]

*cries in UK*

[@riastr0]

@@absalon1992 It's been pretty hard finding jobs as a Blue Teamer plus everyone wants me to go the higher education route since it's more accessible. Also, most jobs for junior programmers are saturated and low pay on the basis of EnTrY LeVeL and they won't trust a kid that started sixth form aka Highschool on the basis of age rather than skill

[@riastr0]

my bad for ranting

[@riastr0]

@@absalon1992 Me neither however even if I do get a job I may be severely cheap changed waaay more than our US counterparts

[@ispiretoaspire4760]

am following you keenly and you have been of great help, am 43yrs with Zero knowledge, but am gonna follow your lead on basic training

[@gliiterr]

You are actually changing my life, these interviews are so valuable to us students. I am no longer coasting along in my degree, I am actively applying myself.

[@billzade8158]

I'm just getting into learning web development and game development after getting hurt in the trades and found this channel by accident. Holy cow, this is SUCH solid advice! I wasn't initially thinking about security, but I am going to also get the INE certs done while I am finishing my degree! Thank you Gentlemen, new subscriber now, looking you both up on LinkedIn here soon.

[@PoitoPGP]

Thanks both of you. Making the transition now, its exciting and terrifying.

[@IssaSR5]

I love this, i appreciate the casual conversation about this. The type of environment I come from is and has hacking as a thing thats shine down upon. I'm the first in my family to get into ethical hacking now. I come from a Networking Background and I'm a network engineer, I have my CCNA and hands on experience on HTB and CTF I'm glad I came upon this video at this time because now I'm more motivated to build my Network. I have buddies in Arizona, Texas, and New York now coming along with me on this ride and watching this has helped me see the vision. Thanks David!

[@fred0356]

just finished a code course. cyber security is super interesting, so much so that i bought a raspberry to install kali linux and start to learn pen testing! thanks for the content you both put up it helps navigate unknown waters..

[@guidjedjsalehmahamat4070]

I’m a young boy from Africa who started a university in Turkey as Mechatronic engineering student and after 2 years I just didn’t see any value comming out of it so I moved to us 🇺🇸 and now I’m keeping pushing my self into IT field and this video motivated me a lot. Thanks for sharing ❤

[@raidenjfr1]

Thank You for both of u and David you always here to guide us "lost soul"

[@peacekeepermoe]

You're not lost. You just haven't found what your calling is yet. But the most important reason we are created and put on earth is to get experiences/knowledge, and to spread love and kindness. Never forget that. - The Stranger from the Internet lol

[@raidenjfr1]

@@peacekeepermoe what I mean about Lost soul not spiritually what I mean it's professionally and study 😄

[@peacekeepermoe]

@@raidenjfr1 And I meant calling, in ALL situations bro... Because 'spiritually' and 'professionally 'are not too separate sometimes. You should meditate everyday with the intention of finding your calling and hopefully one day you will get your answer. I hope you find your calling soon ;)

[@markfreeman1378]

Writing code is the heart of it, it’s a whole new language. Young people grow up spending their time learning it for fun because there’s no obligations. If you have a wife and children or a kid that most of your time, it’s hard. Not impossible but hard!

[@icebirdd]

David, I just found your channel today and I’ve listened to 4 to 5 of your videos already. I’m 41 and want to get into cyber security. I have an associates degree in computer programming, but that was 18 years ago. Most of my career has been in retail and warehouse work, with alittle IT stuff here and there. The questions you asked Neal and his information gives me a solid roadmap. Thanks! Excellent content, very helpful and encouraging.

[@yppjeevan]

Finally YT algorithm did something good by recommending this video on my video playlist 😂🤣 BTW this video was extremely informative and I'd love to watch more interview and tech talk videos like this ♥️

[@jacobpete165]

Incredible insights! Been needing something like this for a long time.

[@whitejackson2132]

Life was good and nice when you met the great person to help you to achieve your Aims And objective. Thanks to Hitecyberspace On Telegram that helps me to achieve my goals and objectives in life even do when I lost Hope of living. The Best Hacker of the year 2020.

[@HumairDawood]

David is always to the Point and not wasting any time and just what everyone is after honesty. Honestly you have helped me a lot during my MSc and I couldn't have possibly got a degree with Merit without your amazing contribution. Thanks David.

[@TechAF_filiates]

Going through a career change at 33. This video definitely gave me the confidence to proceed with my learning path. Thank you both.

[@joselevicanasenjo2171]

What a great video. I am 52 yo snd i have decided to switch carreers from engineering to cybersecurity, and i enroled on a university to get a degree, and i have been wondering how i entre the job market, how to get experienc3, how to document my experience. This vídeo opened my eyes, gave me some direction on how to enter the industry. Not only is this video informative, but also motivating, inspiring. Thanks so much. Keep up the great work!

[@NimbusDevOps]

I don't work in cyber security but this is the exact approach I took to getting into IT and it works!

[@claussanta2341]

Thank you for this interview. Finally certs loose the 'need to have' status.

[@davidbombal]

You're welcome

[@autohmae]

I assume this is because of the high number of self-taught people in IT jobs. And how some are really good at taking tests without actually knowing what to do in practise.

[@whitejackson2132]

Life was good and nice when you met the great person to help you to achieve your Aims And objective. Thanks to Hitecyberspace On Telegram that helps me to achieve my goals and objectives in life even do when I lost Hope of living. The Best Hacker of the year 2020.

[@luisduprey2967]

I am a newbie just getting started in Cybersecurity, This video post is an awesome way to get inspired to keep going. I needed this. Thank you David, for this and all you have been sharing with the community.

[@elbola-yl9ds]

25 years old, just started knowing more about cybersecurity thanks for all the info, new subscriber here!!

[@akohencho2851]

I'm 18, a self taught programmer who got into the feild of CyberSec 2years back but never taught about Certifying due to lack of guides, just Hacking for more knowledge and fun, So, I've been suffering from Anxiety Attacks and Depression a lot as I got into coding and EH, but on the 16 of november 2022(today) which I watched this Video, It has taught me a lot..... Most especially on the last part where you both mentioned that "Imposter Syndrome happens to ya'll even at your levels", This has changed a lot in my life and fixed a lot of doubts that I've had in me, and I guess I'll have less anxiety and depression as of today, I don't know If you'll see this message, but I just want to say, a big "THANK YOU".

[@miguelk8768]

Wonderful interview, I really enjoyed! Thank you David!!

[@davidbombal]

Really happy to hear that Miguel!

[@AdamSmith-kv7lb]

This has been by far the most helpful video pertaining to getting in the cybersecurity field. Thank you so much for taking the time to shoot this.

[@diegocalderonescobar1085]

at my 21 years old, this kind of videos are the ones that motivate me, since a university career is not necessary and with the decision I made to follow this path, I know that I have better opportunities being from Guatemala.

[@jaapvanduijn6878]

I'm 18 years old and starting my bachelors in Software Engineering

[@akashchandra2223]

@Oh Canada i hate how age is always visible and shown in todays world. Its like you cannot do anything without it impacting you.

[@akashchandra2223]

@Oh Canada but one thing is it too old to learn things

[@jaapvanduijn6878]

@Daniel the Maniel Because you have more job security and you learn from teachers. And i live in the Netherlands, if you're a student here you get around 1500 euro's from the goverment to pay for college each year.

[@akashchandra2223]

@Oh Canada i mean why does age matter so much. What is the reason?

[@jaapvanduijn6878]

@Daniel the Maniel If you work for a company and someone applies for it with a degree, you will most likely get fired. Because you don't have a degree in IT. So in general it is better to have a degree for job security.

[@waleedjacobs]

Currently working for health but i do not think anyone there are the reak CEP. ima challamge myself tonight.you guys realy rocked my world

[@petrpernikovec6601]

This man is really educated and his speech not bores me + i understand him really well although i am not native speaker. Amazing content, thanks a lot.

[@AtticusDenzil]

HR in every company i tried with, any industry, they are always incompetent and clueless about the job they hire

[@dibyendudas5845]

May be a delayed watch but the interview gave a vivid pimage not but the present but also for the future. Thanks Neil and David just wonderful

[@hormigatv5]

Found this channel in 2024, and now I'm hooked!!!

[@saultarango-rosales4230]

Truly inspiring, I am making a career change from post office manager to IT tech support. I started with not a bit knowledge of computer just your very basics. Currently attend school taking CUSS (Computer User Support Specialist) courses and wanting to get in cyber security I’ve learned a lot just in 2 months but it’s sometimes overwhelming especially coming in new but is this video made me realize hard work and dedications is the only way!

[@stryker2k2]

I love how you add in snippits of the important terms (CEO, CIO, SIEM, etc) and snippits of referenced products (Splunk, etc)

[@maheshdeshpande4527]

This is exactly what i was looking for.... Moving from Network Security to Offensive Security... Thank You so much....

[@mainstreet3023]

This is a great show. I’m quite surprised that I could understand it which is a testament to you guys keeping it real. Would love for Neal to reach out to me to discuss a mini-project that he might be interested in.

[@arson1340]

Sadly, INE is no longer free😞

[@fcjordann5013]

Is it still worth paying for?

[@SitandRelax-1hp]

⁠@@fcjordann5013are you trying to beginn too ? Don‘t know where to start either, if you were down let‘s get in to the field together

[@AliefHamdani]

This video is so AWESOME! There's GOLD in them hills! Thank you for making this, David!

[@MatthewEdet-ys4ms]

I love this channel. Starting out in Cybersecurity. The recommendations are well noted.

[@rogersepeda]

I’m so glad I found this video . I wish finding out this kind of stuff on anything was easy to find . Thank you so much for posting this , I’m very grateful.

[@yanasitta]

David, thanks you for all your help and the knowledge you collect to share with all of us.

[@Nuhuh130]

I’m a cybersecurity analyst trainee right now, and I’m going to graduate in 3 weeks. Red Team are hackers/attackers while Blue Teams are defenders. I’m currently doing both, but I like Red more. 😊

[@Nuhuh130]

@@Gearrion lol no. I learned a lot. Just wanted to point out the difference between Red Team and Blue Team .

[@carlolabudiong1304]

I’m so glad I that youtube algorithm recommend me this channel. Very helpful and thank you!!

[@joshuaerdrich5616]

Thank you both for the video. I'm just starting my path into cyber security this helps alot.

[@FabiusMaximus1000]

Is this something a guy in his early 50s with limited computer security experience should consider?

[@mrmotofy]

Anyone with drive and passion can succeed. But honestly and realistically there's other options and maybe more rewarding ventures one can do

[@FabiusMaximus1000]

@@mrmotofy Can't say as hacking has ever even entered my mind until I watched this video.

[@YoungDen]

Cloud is very lucrative as well

[@techguy404]

I'm still trying my best to get into some kind of field in IT. In my experience, every place I looked up wanted a degree and/or certificate. But no one gave a crap if you learned this stuff at home. Now have a basic tech support cert from Coursea. Planning on getting more. This was mostly in 2012. But now I'm just a trucker. No one is gonna believe a trucker is into IT.

[@vojtechstoklasa3417]

Hey dave, thank you for the videos, I love the encouraging undertone, I'm developer who dropped out and coding just doesn't cut it anymore for me and cybersecurity was a dream of mine since i was young. I will go get my HTB's and thanks for INE cert tip! Btw, if any n00b wants to learn together, leave a comment I'd love to have a buddy

[@Davinn]

I like how you cater to the individual who is new to this science. Coming from construction to cybersecurity, like you mentioned.

[@jasonwilliam_79]

Thank you. I was an infantryman in the Army. I then got my MBA and a BS in Accounting. I am still a government employee. I am looking to move from finance to OIT. I am tired of finance work. So.... pentesting, networking, and cloud are going to be the three areas I start to learn well and pull together for the remaining 15 years of my government career. I now have a way to get pentesting in my brain.

[@szind]

Just the infos I want to know to get into CyberSec. Thanks alot Mr. David. 10 months, 852k views despite having only 792k subs, 38k likes, 0 DISLIKES! I would like to say KZbinrs could learn alot of things from Mr. David , LOVE YOU MAN 🖤

[@alexdesfase]

CCNA RS -> Comptia SEC+ -> eJPT PTS -> OSCP and doing regular CTF. Profit I think that Comptia Security+ is useful to understand the principles of security. that's my point of view

[@andrewn2011]

I really enjoyed this video. I know nothing on cybersecurity and just found this by chance. Maybe I start looking at the INE and start there. Thanks for the video David!

[@YaicBWax]

Thank you for the amazing advice. After this I feel a little more confident about moving forwarded in this industry.

[@1hardkase]

First time seeing this video while looking for IT courses online. My mind is blown and will be coming back for more. I have heard of so many people working on or trying to get a degree in cyber security and honestly.......I think I want to be in on this after this video. Thank you, gentlemen😀.

[@Kektamusprime]

Amazing video, watched every single second of it clear, concise and both parties very well spoken. Thank you both for the great content.

[@AUBCodeII]

Lyrics: It's always a problem, how do I get in? How do I get experience without a job to give me experience? And you've basically given us the roadmap for that.

[@Jupiter_don]

Spot on questions and pushing Neil to give more insights, fabulous work Sir David. Thanks

[@hectorcervantes5260]

There is nothin free in INE maybe in this two years after the video they started chargin for everything still thanks I think is a good place to start

[@ea9849]

This video could have been 5 minutes long but this guy edited it out

[@AIChameleonMusic]

This gave me some things to think about. Been hacking for decades with a very different mindset. But I respect this point of view as well.

[@yballage]

hands on the best interview on cyber security especially for nubs 👏🏻

[@tumelohlatshwayo2780]

Only found this yesterday. Very motivated now.

[@marcovalentinoalvarado3290]

I can't believe I haven't found this channel before, thank you!!!

[@mouadkabiri5771]

The best video ever if you want to start in Cyber security

[@ksnoguru]

OSCP was the first certification that I aimed at. I had apprenticeship degree as Software Developer Expert in Germany and after 4-5 years at IBM I tried really hard, but got burnt out... Had to take several months of peace. Now that Lufthansa has taken me over as Software Engineer I wish I could try again, but OSCP... OH MAN! Thats hard. For me it has always been: learning by doing at your job, therefore I t would really recommend to start slowly - whatever your background is.

[@nonapplicable3395]

Both of your time is much appreciated, thank you.

[@soheylsalehi3143]

I can't thank you enough for such a wonderful fully explained video you posted.It really helped me a lot to decide what I should do in order to get into Cyber Security.Thank you very much for your amazing videos and advices.

[@hehehexpresso]

Thank you sir David and sir Neil for this video. I'm a newbie programmer that wants to get into cyber security but don't know where to start. This video clears all the questions in my mind 💯

[@kingsleymok4008]

Many HR and business managers that post IT jobs lack IT knowledge. They don't understand that IT certification and degree do not give the IT knowledge. It is the hands on experience that gives the knowledge.

[@treebobjoe]

There's a beautiful level of irony in talking about breaking into an industry where you would be breaking into systems. It seems like trying to hack the HR department or just hacking your way into the field. Very cool.

[@beardedraider4751]

Thanks you for this and all your other videos! I am a 39 yr old student looking to move onto university or work in cyber security next year after I finish college. My concern has alway been my age and what roles to go after once college is done. Knowing how to get into different jobs is easing my mind a little. Thank you.

[@ninjoe7564]

wow this host is really nice, thanks for the video and the guest for sharing wisdoms.

[@hidan5367]

22 years old starting my journey today!

[@BlasianPersuazion]

Took a lot of notes and I learned a lot. Thanks for the advice, Neil.

[@mohammedalimohammed2595]

Wht did u learn ehh

[@cryptocleigh2172]

Construction worker here. Dayum! Those days when I was saving worms, that infected my windows 98, to floppy's might actually mean something 🤔

[@bkumar8538]

David and Neal , thanks so much for this excellent video. Looks like a life changing video for me.

[@blacktigerboss7814]

83 years old, can barely breath. But I think I'm going to step into this profession. Just as if I'm 17 again!6

[@serdarcatal503]

The title of the video is the first question thank u for that david! But im gonna watch the whole video.

[@waleedjacobs]

Hi Guys both you guys were amazing and thank you for Inspiring me. in enrolling on INE right now to enroll. definitely persuing this path

[@mrj3217]

I am 43 years old and have very little computer experience. I have a past record and no college degree. I know I can learn anything if taught and I know I can excel after I pick it up. So a guy like me most likely won't be hireable, will I? Unfortunately today in America your past is who you apparently are now and we are not full citizens. Maybe when the system finally falls we can get a 2nd chance.

[@uniquebrands6056]

Wow am short of words What I love the most in this video is, sir David asking the right question I was emotionally touched cause I was about doing something crazy like quiting my job just to focus on cyber security and ethical hacking also web development. This are the path I want to take am an absolute beginner thou. I have gotten some experience in web development am just about entering the ethical world. Once again sir David Bombal you such a great man with great wisdom.

[@honsmart]

I love this video, it gives me the insight on what i need to know/do as a newbie in cybersecurity