From 20 to Life to 500k/yr in GovTech Cyber as a Felon ft Raquese Harris |

[@Donald-mo2oe]

I am glad I found this. On my 20th year of service, I was convicted of a violent felony and sentenced to 6-8 years in prison. The Army denied my retirement and i lost everything. Now i am in a halfway house working construction and trying to pivot into tech. Thank you both for the inspiration.

[@traytellhyche919]

Literally same story they don’t want us to elevate into anything but construction keep pushing 💪🏾

[@GratitudeGriot]

WOW! 20 years?! thank you for your service. there's a story here. i'm sure you have a testimony that can teach others ❤

[@Donald-mo2oe]

@@GratitudeGriot thank you for your support. The story isn't over.

[@17lordfire]

Bro, I don't want any goofy mofo telling me or anyone I can't get a TS/SCI anymore. If a prior felon is able to get one after a period of time, as long as you don't murk anyone ofc, anyone else willing to go through the process can get one. Fanatstic rebound for the guy

[@symonebeez]

Yeah it's definitely possible.

[@iBarber504]

EXACTLY! I don’t want to hear shit! This is why I had stopped listening to Beez bc I was worried about that stupid ass clearance which hell if dude got it back I know I’m good.

[@Michael__Coleman]

Enjoy listening to these testimonials, and how the people kept pursuing despite circumstances 🙏🏻

[@symonebeez]

Thanks for watching ✊🏽

[@Michael__Coleman]

@@symonebeez 🙏🏻

[@maximezozobizan2582]

Thank you for opening my brain again @symonebeez.....I am a high speed guy with lot of certificates with a BS cybersecurity doing right now a master degree on the way to get OSCP but I lost my motivation but when I see your podcast and this interview I know for sure what I need to do outside the military.Thank again for the knowledge you are providing to us.

[@mireyac.3291]

I'm so happy and proud of his progress. It's important to show obstacles people had yo overcome and the thought process needed.

[@almightygg2369]

Good to see a brother bounce back from a tough situation

[@vanessaalvarenga9892]

This was so amazing, proud of my husband for never giving up I always pushed him no matter what!! Great series !!!

[@symonebeez]

He's doing amazing and inspiring others. Congrats on the magazine feature as well.

[@gamer-gw9iy]

Your husband is my inspiration

[@isaarob547]

His story is truly inspirational....i hope he pays it forward for anyone coming his way who may have experienced the same obstacles and wants to sincerely do better with their lives....KUDOS to him and you.....

[@malikramon]

Behind every strong man is a strong woman. He’s lucky to have you support him through it all. Congrats to the both of you!!!

[@trabucks]

This is the hardest working channel in tech!

[@symonebeez]

Thank you ✊🏽

[@Melanated483]

@@symonebeezSo, give us the TEA ☕️ 👀 like why was he a convicted Felon? Like I also have a DoD Clearance BUT I didn’t know that Ex Prisoners/Felons could still get re-authorized & adjudicated for a Security Clearance. 😮😮😮😮 He needs to count his luck and blessings because MOST ex felons don’t get this kind of chance to make this kind of salary especially under the Federal Government.

[@enzoblanks1431]

This right here shows it’s possible to bounce back from tough situations. 💪🏾💪🏾

[@GratitudeGriot]

Thank you Raquese for your transparency! I started my 1st federal job in Nov 2023. I was approved for a public trust clearance but in Mar 2024 some expunged misdemeanor records resurfaced on my background check. I had to submit a 25-page statement with medical records and list other mitigating factors to prove that I am still a trustworthy candidate. I've been on admin leave for 7 months still waiting on their final decision. This video was a comforting reminder to be patient.

[@Jayetherealetr]

This just gave me the motivation I needed because I’m currently a first offender felon and I’m pursuing my cyber security masters

[@symonebeez]

Thanks for watching! Sub so you don't miss any future episodes.

[@Jayetherealetr]

@@symonebeez I’m locked in I watch all your videos 💯

[@Bones-g9e]

​@@JayetherealetrUpdate?

[@rare2find0918]

What a wonderful story of when tenacity and intelligence meeting opportunities! He certainly could have folded given his background (on paper) but knew there was greater for him/his family. One negative thing doesn't mean a negative life! You're doing wonderful interviewing Beez, with such valuable questions/information...you are certainly made to do it!

[@ryantaylor3496]

Buddy. Im glad you pushed through. Always stay humble.

[@PlentyofPerni]

Thanks for letting people use your platform to share their unique tech stories. I'm trying so hard to get in tech by using my transferable skills, and it's taking so long. But you know what, I ain't giving up!

[@cece5758]

Oh wow !!! Small world ! I know of him but never knew his story . Much respect ! ✊🏽

[@julieuzii6350]

I love hearing people’s real life stories and how they overcame their challenges.

[@ShaniceSpencer888]

This is such a dope series! Thanks for sharing

[@morgansandiego]

This was super inspiring. Keep pushing bro and inspiring!!!

[@ogpinkyjohnson]

This is the exact video I've been waiting for! For felons!!!!!!

[@DG-no1oo]

This was good ! What a blessing for him

[@mymomslove]

So inspired by this story

[@sallaykailie8179]

Great testimony. May God give double for your trouble🙏

[@starrpatty28]

This is my favorite video this far 🎉❤

[@AGSOII]

The gems he dropped are magnificent

[@LifeWithDevanteB]

Dope interview! Keep them coming, Beez 🔥

[@TheKingalexander10]

Loved this video. Just need more breakdowns for these terms and certs and acronyms lol and job titles. I was lost.

[@symonebeez]

Thanks for watching! Sub so you don't miss any future episodes.

[@SamMcKinley]

Great Great interview!!!!!!!

[@Iamjustja]

This is truly inspiring. Much respect to his journey and making it back to the top.💯

[@ThoughtfulTechyCloud]

Production quality looking real crisp! 🙌

[@symonebeez]

Thanks Greg ✊🏽

[@fennno3]

I'm really interested in this type of field and subbed. Is it possible to get cleared if you've consumed thc in the past, but no longer?

[@jkaduda]

The certifications mentioned are?

[@JustAGrl007]

13:22

[@rodneyarceneaux116]

AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Associate, CASP+,Security+. I’m not sure what his CISO certification is, it’s probably some generic cert. CISO means chief information security officer so you can replace that with any high level management cert such as CISM,CISSP etc.

[@Youonlyloseyourself]

CISA its produced by ISACA. Certified Information Systems Auditor Also the Certified Information Security Manager

[@nickfox6bignick]

This is one of my favorites so far 🎉

[@TurboBandana747]

what was your mos in the guard?

[@Glegend777]

me and this guy went to the same middle and highschool glad to see he's doing well

[@ricoekoue407]

Great tips and your story is always motivating 💯💪🏾💪🏾

[@ericbrooks5034]

U should do a video for those who are Starting from zero pls Beez

[@symonebeez]

I got you. Next week

[@smb4smb]

Awesome content, thanks for sharing more inspitational journeys in GovTech!

[@alanmckenzie9599]

Do you have to have good credit to get a government clearance?

[@bjcresent]

High risk credit report can prevent you from getting a clearance. It makes you high risk. If you can prove to them that you have a solid plan in place for repayment. And you are not defaulted and at jeopardy you can still get a clearance. All depends on how willing the interviewer is to work with you. What they write down holds all the weight.

[@alanmckenzie9599]

@@bjcresent Thanks for the response! Very helpful

[@kirascullark5224]

Excellent interview!!!!

[@dbwillt1]

Great story! Even though my man went through a few storms and adversities, he kept his head on the straight and narrow and came out stronger, smarter and wiser. Salute! 👊😎

[@SamMcKinley]

I’m amazed and skeptical of these salaries. I’d love to make that. Especially with the ability to move around

[@tinamathews7139]

Awesome Guest! Great Interview!

[@Carnetta20]

I have my secret clearance. However not sure what jobs I need to get. I just got my CCNA and working on my plus cert. I just need some experience

[@symonebeez]

Maybe take a look at some Network Technician roles

[@Carnetta20]

@@symonebeez Thanks for responding. I do have one more question. I am with the government now. For my first tech job is it better to stay within the government ( I am just finding it difficult to find jobs) or should I go private. I just left the private sector in bio tech.

[@Ricocase]

Is it best to earn to clearance via infosec or contractor as a business/ein?

[@NewEra0G]

Do you need to know high level math for these career roles? Like the systems engineer, Officer, TPM roles? If you are not proficient at math can you still navigate the tech world if you’re not a software engineer? Looking for answers

[@deshawnjames-gilliam3454]

Great interview

[@mariodjcomplexnc]

Many thanks for this episode

[@tallmex7183]

How do you pay taxes and stuff. I was akways curious about that when the video was ending

[@bradgreenjuice3380]

Great interview, I'm a late career transitioner, I would love to learn from you and break into the cybersecurity space. What certs do you recommend as an late bloomer?

[@Jordanthealmighty]

What’s a fang

[@rgrainger91]

very informative

[@crypto_que]

I went to Goat, typed the word “black” and this man’s Off White jacket popped up in the search 🤯

[@d.c_trucker]

Needed to hear this

[@lorrettabailey7873]

The best video

[@650kdub]

His foundation was already set

[@ShawnJ487]

I am a felon, but my felonies are 20 years old. No violence, just drug cases. I have a BS in Cloud Solutions Architect. How can I integrate into the Gov Tech Space?

[@joelsanderson2021]

Idk if you got into the field but you got this bro bro fasho

[@KP_Folarin]

What a blessing 🙌🏽🔥

[@david1k76]

What was the nature of the felony? Fraud ? Drugs?? I’m a first offender with a wire fraud conviction I have a degree in Information Technology I still want to get in the field.

[@reiserkeiser]

Look it up. His full name is in the title. I did and all I can say is......YIKES.

[@Dwafford1982]

Definitely inspired

[@Imsuchatrophy]

I’m 27 I’ve been convicted before for a felony 6 years ago , I’ve been out of trouble these pass 5/6 years and I wanna be in this field so bad but don’t know where to start and thought I couldn’t cuz of my felony

[@mcar5260]

MY FELLOW CANADIANS, any luck?!

[@Astromadeit]

Tapped in🔥🔥

[@bobmarley4272]

Wait there are people in the comments who are mad that a former OFFICER in the military was able to get a top secret clearance? Well of course he did, he was an officer.

[@wavvystatus0075]

Wait a minute did he lose his clearance dealing with JAG while in the military???

[@arrowglam4706]

Locked 🔒 in

[@DWJ92]

I’m literally out here doing Lyft so that I can pay $397 for your course

[@newbie1788]

wanna split the course? I can't afford it either lol

[@DWJ92]

That’s not a bad idea I can get my half by next week. I got to pay some other bills

[@dshericemo1144]

I’ll go in with you two to make it more affordable! What’s up

[@infinitepossibilities356]

I want in.

[@newbie1788]

@@DWJ92 Hey, did you end up getting this course? I read that the A+ cert is really not enough in terms of getting a job so I got a little discouraged about starting on this route...my plan was to get her course and do a basic cert.

[@RafaelN132]

Holy F, that's crazy, he got hit with malicious wounding, domestic assault & battery and grand larceny. Hit some chick and then beat the dude who she called with a bat RIGHT AROUND the way from me and he was still able to get all this. That's wild. Dope listen tho.

[@TooQountry]

You must be a hater from around his way……

[@ericwhatley7342]

thats farkin badass

[@labelmeposh]

That IS wild!

[@saitamajay6435]

We need paystubs from the guests or its cap

[@JaeRamone]

Love these!

[@symonebeez]

Thanks for watching ✊🏽

[@TheSoulCrisis]

That's an amazing journey, sorry for his setbacks in life.......but he sure came out swinging and stinging!

[@jaegee3716]

I will guess this was a blue collar felony. Thats truly inspiring road was long glad he made it back.

[@MadDadMoments]

I think he had a violent crime. I think he beat someone with a baseball bat

[@MikeeBuildstech]

Watched this video earlier this year but can’t remember if bro was able to get a clearance or not. Trying to put someone on into Cybersecurity. Can anyone let me know if he was able to get a clearance

[@symonebeez]

He has a clearance

[@MikeeBuildstech]

@@symonebeez Thnx for the confirmation symone. Been sharing your videos in reddit ✊🏾

[@aricwilliamsdeveloper]

If Beez had everyone in a discord group, I would pay for it... especially if all the guest was in it 🤔🤔🤔🤔🤔🤔

[@Tykoonstatus]

🔥 🔥🔥💪🏾💪🏾

[@curlehcap4767]

🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@couproduc]

His talents supercedes what ever transpired when he defends himself with a baseball bat. There were no casualties. You aren't American if you haven't had to use a sports equipment to defend off attackers even if they're good socalled Samaritans. Imagine you girlfriend getting a man she's cheating on you with to come ans fight you😂

[@zackmorseii8216]

RQQ!

[@symonebeez]

Thanks for watching! Sub so you don't miss any future episodes.

[@AskSamPugh]

Yooo that’s my battle

[@JerseyJacob]

First again

[@symonebeez]

🤞🏽🤞🏽🤞🏽