From GS-7 to GS-15 Chief in Cybersecurity at CISA ft Arielle Baine |

[@MeccaMakeba]

Black Girls are Kicking Ass and Taking Names in The Tech Industry. Congratulations and continued success Arielle. Thank you again Symone for another great video.

[@symonebeez]

Thanks for watching Mecca

[@gaylanwright2317]

Right! She went from being initially rejected to being the head of the dept!❤

[@PrissyP__]

Arielle was AMAZING!!!!! She inspired me🎉🎉 I want to go into CyberSecurity and will prayer that our Black Sisters enter into Tech✊🏽✊🏼✊🏿✊🏾

[@hawanyajerry5181]

What an amazing interview!❤ Beez I share your interviews with my 17 yr old high school cyber security student and my computer engineer student at North Carolina A&T! They love your content’ Laurel,MD please stand up!🙌

[@symonebeez]

Thank you for watching and sharing with your kids! S/o to PG

[@ladyelevate]

Black Women in Tech! Love to see it

[@symonebeez]

Thanks for watching!

[@hamamunashe]

Hi Simone, through your videos, i am now a security+ 701 certified. Thanks for what you doing

[@dearjourneyxokamiahmonique]

“The field is so new, it’s no structure to it!” 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾🙌🏾 this interview and information excites me! Thank you for this encouragement for people like me, on the journey of transitioning from a different line of work to CS!

[@symonebeez]

Glad you enjoyed it! Yes she broke down transferrable skills really well.

[@brianhansonjr.4578]

This is my 11th video, I’m watching on your channel Beez and this was the most liberating to see black women empowering someone like me in the audience! Thank you for capturing so many different experiences to really to make GovTech really such a clear path for our people!

[@cptestteam4702]

I love Simon. She’s my role model. She invites great and amazing people. Thank you dear.

[@The_Preauxteauxtype]

0-3 years = 4hrs annual leave/4hrs sick leave per pay period; 3-15 years = 6hrs annual leave/4hrs sick leave; 15+ years = 8hrs annual leave/4hrs sick leave

[@2amontaetv]

These interviews are extremely dope.

[@symonebeez]

Thanks for watching

[@Aja_Says]

They absolutely are!!!

[@LawrenceDCodes.]

I'm here for all the Symone' content!

[@symonebeez]

Thanks for watching Lawrence. I appreciate you!

[@LamiksVideos1]

Yep and in this same breath and her advice. I got hit up by the NSA for a security gig in Augusta,Ga.

[@PeachStateNotaryServices]

Me 2

[@treadytread583]

Yea Government contracts seem like the way to go! Although the pay scale in government is trash, the benefits are insane! So yes I guess it depends on the person you are and what you want.

[@happy24seven]

re-watching and taking even more notes. thank you so much for your genuine community support and information!

[@shannelartis8014]

This interview is everything! I’m excited about getting into tech next year! I have my future completions written out! Love your interviews

[@SagRising19]

@43:44 wow! You two are dropping some major keys 🔐 in this video. Awesome interview.

[@symonebeez]

Thanks for watching!

[@Youonlyloseyourself]

I started out as a 3 in less than 4 months a 5 then less than 2 months a 7 and ⬆️ 🆙 from there 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽. Guys don’t sleep on those pathways program recent graduate and all 🎉🎉 Golden Beez🎉

[@omo2023]

I thought promotions were every 52 weeks until you made it to the position's full promotion potential. 🤔

[@Youonlyloseyourself]

@@omo2023 yes that’s correct. However, there is a thing called “hiring authorities” in federal Jobs. That ranges from someone who has a disability, a veteran, and a lot more. Each of these hiring authorities, some comes with a points structure and also it comes with different hiring clauses for example: a job that is posted with a veterans preference, that veteran is not subjected to the normal “52 week” wait which is time in grade to get the position. Hence why a lot of people are able to climb the ladder fast. Please note not all jobs have veteran preferences. USA job is a please read job board! Good luck

[@omo2023]

I think what threw me off is the way you presented your message originally. Yes, using DHA can get a person into a higher grade quickly and since they really wouldn't have much time in federal service based on your timeline, starting a new probationary period wouldn't hurt them at all. However, if the person was in a career-conditional position and got a promotion in less than 2 months, that's new to me because generally, you must wait 3 months before transferring/promoting, but again, if they're applying to a DHA position or other positions where people could qualify under certain circumstances, it's doable. This is not happening in an intern program though.

[@Youonlyloseyourself]

@@omo2023 happened for me.

[@Youonlyloseyourself]

@@omo2023 also a few others as well. There’s so much to OPM that a lot of people don’t take the time out to read. Tbh it’s a lot of jargons in CFR but it’s just what interest you and what might be applied to your sustaining. The handbook is life

[@ede.5487]

I know Arielle from college. This is amazing to see !

[@symonebeez]

Dope she has done amazing things.

[@mimianti-stush231]

Im new to your channel. This is by far my favorite so...substantive, and relatable without the shiny objects. Arielle's impact and vision for WOC in this space will have profound impact years to come. Kudos to you both.

[@MarcusACylar]

Shoutout to the AUC Dual Degree Engineering Program. I did my program in EE through Morehouse and Georgia Tech. I wasn’t really hearing the word “cybersecurity” back in the early 2000s, and IT wasn’t on my radar at that time. 20 years later, I’ve finally transitioned into the industry!

[@Youonlyloseyourself]

Also remember guys you have GG, GS, CG etc. those are all federal pay grades but remember GS is the most popular base but there are alot of different pay grades.

[@symonebeez]

Facts

[@ashleytvisualstv]

Dang! I went to Christiana High in Delaware and then I went to Clark Atlanta University! And now I’m transitioning in tech! I needed to hear this one ❤ much love to your channel 😊

[@PeachStateNotaryServices]

Awesome interview, Symone B,, you never disappoint!! Arielle - you're a true inspiration to women of all ages, I recently began my pivot to Cyber & you've assured me it was the right move! Thank you

[@symonebeez]

Thanks for watching

[@Danielle.Wordsmith]

I’m grateful that I found your content. This interview is really helpful. I’m currently completing my MS in Cybersecurity. I’m transitioning from nursing into cyber. I hope to get some certifications and work in GovTech after graduation. Thanks for all that you share.

[@andyk4055]

This was extremely Dope and insightful! ❤❤can’t wait for the accelerator course to start🙏🏾

[@symonebeez]

Thanks Andy! It's going to be great.

[@cassa7267]

This interview was the motivation I needed. It clarified a few things and also gave me good insight into the federal government

[@AGSOII]

Important: To get a security clearance, you must be employed by a government agency or a company that has a government contract and your job requires access to classified information. Your employer will guide you through the process after deciding to hire you.

[@TM-ocean]

I was referred for a position with this agency. So dope that this video pops up on my subscriptions page. I know its "apply and forget" with the government but I have my fingers crossed.

[@symonebeez]

Goodluck TM!

[@mamag1rl]

Hope you get it‼️

[@tonystephensonii]

This has been my favorite interview so far 🔥🔥🔥

[@wwilliams2453]

Great Interviewing! As a Black man w/ dreads this really resonated well with me and it gave me the confidence to be true to myself and focus on the things that actually matter such as skills and knowledge.

[@lrobertsjr1982]

It can be done I was hired as GS 05 GS 06 GS 07 after my first three years in active Army was over. I later came back into the Army then i retired from the Army and then hired into a GS 12.My point is this if you want into civil service positions apply apply apply all they can do is say yea or nea. Its more focused on experience. the degrees dont matter anymore how i know because i got hired as a GS12 last June and i brought it up and my director even told me straight up. Its the experience factors now over the degrees. Its about the years of experience you bring. Id say go for the highest gs grade you can and dont take no low gs position

[@j.cannon6708]

Spot on interview - GG-13 right here!

[@emerson2244]

Thank you for this, I was doing research for my 12th grader. This info will place her on a great path. Love this channel.

[@Conscious452]

Great video with priceless insight to take in for all industry mindsets! 💪🏾

[@mchronicle]

Amazing interview! 👏🏾👊🏾

[@symonebeez]

Thanks for watching!

[@Nique-nk7sz]

This was a great interview. I needed to hear this, thank you for all the insightful information

[@symonebeez]

Thanks for watching Nique.

[@LifeWithDevanteB]

Dope interview!!! Keep applying pressure Beez 🔥

[@ashleydixon1186]

This episode was excellent the questions the buildup I needed to see this !

[@user-pz4vb9cu8u]

This conversation was so informative! Bring Arielle back. lol

[@jacquibruce-yokoyama2478]

A very good amount of useful job hunt information, no holding back! I applaud 👏🏽 both host and guest! Continued success in your chosen careers 🎉 Thank You for Sharing

[@MoveAround694]

I love this. I'm going to apply for the SMART program next year. I learned a lot from your videos. Keep them coming!!!

[@levelthetechup]

This interview was everything!! Thank you both! 💚💚

[@techjobtina]

Great Interview! Y'all gave so much useful information. 🔥🔥🔥

[@symonebeez]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@LydiaRiding-m3c]

Ouuu good call with Teal and ISC2, i didn't know about either! I jumped on that CC course. I love to hear about Arielle Baine's non-profit. I am inspired by the idea of tech being the base for human-centric missions. Hmmm.. any canadians know a gov link in canada that lists GocTech contractors? Our gov website is hard to navigate and I wanted to start looking job postings on actual company websites to get familiar with common terms, as suggested by the two ladies above. Actually I'm sure it's not hard to navigate, but I am coming in from a touring life and I've been on the computer more in the past month (soooo interested in this possible career path im like.. gunna go for it I'm pretty sure) than my in the whole rest of my life lmao. Thank you as always for a brilliant video :)

[@LydiaRiding-m3c]

Oh also on a different note; Baine was super cute answering all girlie "yeah, i do!" when Symone declared her guest liked fashion

[@mikelee2870]

I met a GS2 who was retired while I was working at Ft Meade. Clearly eating good off that CERS lol

[@symonebeez]

GS-2? Wow

[@OMG.IM.CODING]

She had me at the Intro with "AIM HIGH." Just that did for me.

[@Youonlyloseyourself]

I’ve met people being a GS 5 for 15 years blows my damn mind

[@symonebeez]

Yeah gotta make a move

[@JoopvdClips]

Hey Symone....Keep dropping those Gems this was a good conversation...learned alot!!!!

[@650kdub]

I failed the Net+ 3x and passed the CCNA on tge first attempt.

[@mogivs]

Great episode

[@symonebeez]

Thanks for watching!

[@frandomsss]

Greaaat info and content -congrats to you both!

[@dogmannx]

Ok you doing the right way, shout of to Wilmington, I from Eastside

[@symonebeez]

Thanks, yeah s/o to Wilmington

[@ace_ctrl]

love the information , do you think the casp+ is a good cert after getting the sec+ and of course getting interships and co-op experience and skills

[@joelrobert4053]

The casp+ is very advanced level as it requires at least 10 years on the job experience in IT Security.

[@tresornimi]

Great episode beez keep this coming. Coming from the carribean, islands, europe, africa and the midwest of chicagoland 🇨🇬🇩🇴🇫🇷

[@symonebeez]

Thanks for watching! ✊🏽

[@acestarone]

I love people from Wilmington, Delaware

[@Sharnae202]

Great interview drop a lot of gems 💎

[@cateyedjas]

Security plus actually did change a lot lol it's less on 701 not a lot of command line stuff and more... I just took the 601

[@Calhune]

great story ! love the content

[@emanuelsanders6788]

Smart beautiful ladies I like to see this & they taking care of they families 📈📈💯

[@grannyt7334]

Great and very inspiring looking forward to meeting both of you one day. 😊

[@symonebeez]

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

[@NoFear231]

Loved the interview

[@dayinthelifeofjerry]

These videos are 🔥🔥 but I like the ones showing the lifestyle instead of just sitting there. Tech life is cool, interviews should be showing the cool side at the same time you’re interviewing them. Keep it up. I love the information

[@symonebeez]

Thanks I do what I can every video can't show the lifestyle

[@dayinthelifeofjerry]

@@symonebeez facts. Keep going!

[@joelrobert4053]

I enjoyed this episode. I get motivated seeing black people in the tech industry especially cybersecurity

[@cokogoncalves6841]

Love these interviews.. will PrincessAP be up Next?

[@symonebeez]

Thanks for watching. A few more episodes to go

[@maliksmith5686]

Love this 🖤!!

[@kennylewis5932]

It is an eye opener to hear her story....i'll rather use the federal government as a stepping stone to go private....much more money

[@millertime6]

You both provided so much value. Talking about steps, skills and mistakes. Obviously the money is important but I appreciate the path there.

[@marnykabuttry]

Thanks for this🎉

[@KapitalKel]

Good interview for sure

[@TelleyJay]

@symonebeez can you do a video on mentorship?

[@allsmiles3281]

This is my girl! Ayeeee

[@jamelarasheedahriveramswbs7024]

BEEZ, Can you type out the name of the sister's program? The transcript has two different names.

[@mxhconsultant1497]

Good info, Thanks

[@symonebeez]

Glad it was helpful!

[@Tneo7]

Where can i take a course or class? To get me a job in cyber security.

[@ithinkicanmakethat6294]

i just started my tech career but I want to do an interview. people are NOT taking advantage of apprenticeships. prob the easiest way to get into cyber.

[@victoriamonet1117]

@symonebeez what happen to the 5 day $100 course?! Please don’t say you deleted it. You have to keep something for the little fish that can’t afford the big stuff yet

[@symonebeez]

It happened live already

[@victoriamonet1117]

@@symonebeez when is it happening again? I’m about to take my security + exam… I’m ready now!!

[@BBOUNDCO]

Gems 💎

[@heavenlymindedtruth]

Smart programme....what's that on 4mins. Anyone with an idea of that?

[@symonebeez]

SMART. It's a federal government scholarship program

[@gaylanwright2317]

I think Trevor Noah had a skit about the racism in Boston

[@jamellcarter5299]

It seems like all the real bag getters went to school

[@CKing2408]

Can I get a job in tech with tattoos like with hands and neck tattoos?

[@symonebeez]

Yes

[@B1G_LIL]

I see why government contracting is way better! The pay structure on the government side sucks!

[@symonebeez]

Yeah its give and take so it all depends on people's career strategy.

[@adriintech]

Loved the video! Very inspiring and full of insight. I know you’re going to attend Techsgiving Beez, would you say this event is for people already in the tech field ? Im a super fresh newbie and debating if i should hold off on attending these events until I’m a little further down my tech journey.

[@symonebeez]

Thanks for watching Veronica. I believe that Techgiving will be good for all career ranges. You also can save 50% if you buy today with code TGDay

[@adastephenson147]

❤❤❤

[@tdawsonjr40]

32:33 🎉

[@dieselbaby67]

What step is she?

[@symonebeez]

I'll have to ask

[@Tneo7]

Is this real or a scam ? Sounds too good to be true and whenever its like that its not real

[@NoFear231]

Damn why it only gotta be for women lol

[@PiggyBankIt]

I struggled to pass the A+ security test this past March. I’m 56 years old and have the found that people would rather to me all types of reasons to just stay at my job as apposed to helping me get into the IT field…can I receive some help @BEEZ⁉️

[@Kev2Nutcase]

Woah! I believe went to my high schools rival 🫨 wasn’t expecting to hear that. Seeing someone from where you’re from become successful in an area you aspire access in is so inspiring!!!