I Quit my $175k Cybersecurity Job ‼️ | The Real Truth about 6 Figure Tech Salaries

[@TechTualChatter]

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[@BALLOUTTILUFALLOUTTV]

@@TechTualChatter definitely trying to get in this field

[@raymondezell7817]

Maaannnn this is very good! Some will never understand..being underutilized or used WRONG. Good on you for being able to pivot!

[@abekuul]

I’m a software sec engineer at a smaller company and the exposure to technologies has been exciting. Your perspective makes me appreciate my current job. ❤

[@TechTualChatter]

Thank you

[@braydenbaumann4398]

Im just beginning my cybersecurity journey and totally respect your reasons for leaving! I don't want to be good, i want to be great!

[@TechTualChatter]

🎯🎯🎯🎯

[@chuckpost7780]

Any opinions on Cyber Bootcamps?

[@danielsemakula1526]

@@chuckpost7780don’t do em. I did one and regret it. Luckily I quit way before it could have any real effects on my financial situation.

[@COJAMALIK]

A young male friend of mine didn't like the fake Karen's. The forced fake friend, family environment. Sometimes he just wanted to work and not do the fake friend interaction with Karen just waiting for something to run to HR about as a BM.

[@darpachief]

​@COJAMALIK LOL. 😂 Facts. I'm from London U.K and it's the same over here. Karens are an issue in the SOC

[@Stoneface_]

I understand. Sometimes when I quit a high paying job, the first thing people would ask me "damn why would you quit this high paying job? Look at all the money you making" but they don't realize that it's not all about the money. Maybe I quit because of terrible management or colleagues or toxic work culture or simply I just need a break. Once you have the experience, you can always have another great paying job. Great video and good luck g 👍🏾

[@TechTualChatter]

Appreciate it my guy

[@miskwainini]

Grow a pair.

[@MrPoetistic85]

​​@@miskwainini I'd pull you in my office in a heartbeat. Not everyone likes working in a toxic environment, and judging from your comment, I would have you sitting on the other side of my desk scheduling a non-paid zero tolerance class. You're too grown to be a bully.

[@STELLARMIGHTY]

Yea and then you realize that’s every job - y’all bugging out just quitting 😂 -

[@Ril014]

Realistically you quit because in the back of your mind you believe you can get another job that pays the same or more easily or fairly easily. If you felt you were at risk of giving up a job that you would never be able to make even half as much ever again, you would think long and hard. Good for you that you have a skill that you can be so airy fairy about giving up a high paying job, but understand most people don’t live that reality.

[@gheechiedan9299]

LOVE your thought process my man ! I am a bit older than you and I say ALWAYS look out for YOURSELF FIRST! You are very intelligent and have the wanted and NEEDED skills to pay the bills. I suggest you think about starting your very OWN Cyber Security business where you call the shots and make the REALLY big bucks! We NEED more Intelligent people like you! I am proud of you! New sub.😎👍🏾

[@TechTualChatter]

That’s in the works as well!

[@Stoneface_]

That's my goal as well in the future. After I gain enough experience, like 6+ years in the industry, I'd create a cybersecurity company that focuses on cloud security. Look at the founders of Fortinet. They were working in the industry for decades and then left and founded their own company and they're multi billionaires now.

[@storm14k]

Older engineering vet here. So glad to see you younger folks prioritizing yourselves heavily. It's going to be better for your mental health and pay in the long run. Now make the money. Save it aggressively. Then stop and invest in yourself by starting or buying a business. Whatever you do don't get caught in the corporate trap of increasing your standard of living to match your salary. You'll make it harder for yourself to get out and start your own. Build your standard up with your own business.

[@CrypticChaos-y6v]

What sort of businesses would you suggest buying?

[@storm14k]

@@CrypticChaos-y6v DISCLAIMER: I AM NOT A FINANCIAL ADVISOR. Any business can fail and you can lose your money. That being said I know how older people always said this type of stuff when I was younger but never told you what or how so I will offer some info. it can depend on where you live but laundromats, vending machine routes and storage facilities tend to be some of the lower risk options out there. I'm working towards a small assisted living facility. Also for some reason in my area car washes are exploding. Like literally every block has a big automated carwash being built right now and I'm not sure why. One thing I had to realize though for myself that was holding me back was that the engineering super power is not about tech. It's about solving problems and you can do that in any arena. Solve the problem of making the numbers work for yourself. Where to put your business. Solve something in your area that is in need of a solution. Don't get caught up thinking you have to become the next SV or Austin startup. The solutions may have nothing to do with tech. Maybe get some of these staple businesses off the ground and then use that to bootstrap your own tech goals.

[@CrypticChaos-y6v]

@@storm14k it’s crazy you say that. I’ve been reading up on starting or buying businesses. Literally have been looking at laundromats. One I found in my area has vending machines, a wash and dry service, and offers dry cleaning. I just found a contact who is a VP at a private equity firm. I met him randomly at a birthday party. Before he got into private equity he owned a small supplement shop. My plan is to pick his brain on how PE firms evaluate what a small business is worth. Just to understand how much is a fair offer if I were to approach an owner and ask if I could buy their business. Right now I’m still in the learning phase but I realized owning your own business that has constant cash flow is where it’s at. Tech pays really well but yeah it’s good to have some sort of exit strategy. Thanks for being honest and I’m glad I’m not the only person thinking like this!

[@LibaaxTopG]

@@CrypticChaos-y6ventrepreneurship isn’t for everybody , you can invest in tech stocks and make a nice portfolio and eventually reite and make passive money

[@andrewade3551]

I completely understand you . I am currently transitioning into IT. I work at a job where it mentally drains me. I’m under paid under valued ect but I’m only there to pay bills and progress into my Cyber career . It’s hard honestly but i know it will get better for me .

[@TechTualChatter]

I’ve been there before too. If you need help transitioning please reach out

[@andrewade3551]

@@TechTualChatter i will on LinkedIn

[@jonlong284]

​@@TechTualChatterl need help bro.. Please help. I can message you privately

[@TechTualChatter]

@@jonlong284 set up a consultation if you want the best help

[@TheJokeJoker]

I appreciate your honesty and this field (Nontechnical roles) is not for the faint of heart. The higher you go the more emotional intelligence you need.

[@MambaM3ntality]

I'm curious to know more about what you mean, besides the obvious things that come to mind when it comes to emotional intelligence and moving up, are there ways to strengthen "emotional intelligence" or does it simply come with experience? I just want to be prepared because I do want to get to that kind of bag one day

[@KimberleyMaloney-u1i]

@@MambaM3ntalityall you gotta do is manipulate them and if they go to far manipulate everyone silently and get them fired I’m going into this and I’m not letting nobody come in between me and my money nobody

[@ismaeljrp1]

@@MambaM3ntality1. Listen more than you speak. 2. Empathy. 3. Open mindedness. 4. A desire to work in harmony with others. It’s not all an eat or be eaten kind of world.

[@beautifulKMB]

I completely understand. I started my first helpdesk role last year and quit after a few months because I hated the environment. Good luck on your next role.

[@TechTualChatter]

Yeah people don’t understand how that affects your whole mood

[@Stoneface_]

What are you doing now? Did you have a job before you quit?

[@TerryJulianLive]

Get you some cloud certs and just skip helpdesk. i did. i cant imagine doing help desk. i think its beneathe me since i have a masters degree in IT from WGU.

[@TechTualChatter]

@TerryJulianLive that’s not how this works. I know people with plenty of certs and no job. Certs don’t equate to skills and there are helpdesk roles that pay a lot of money too

[@Ram-rm2gz]

@@TerryJulianLivea masters from a bs university

[@jayc2651]

This guy complaining about being paid 175k working 3 days a week for doing something under his skillset at Goldman Sachs is crazy!!😂😂😂

[@TechTualChatter]

@@jayc2651 you sound like a child left behind

[@the-blackbird1534]

No I agree with @jayc2651. I do get the idea that you don't want to be underutilized and have you skills scale back and so on. But don't you think that you're not in a position to be complaining about getting a salary of 4 successful people? I don't get it hence why I decided to join cyber security and IT space to see what's going on. Anyways I wish you the best of luck and since you got options then I have nothing but respect for you. I would probably do something similar but without sacrificing pay. I'm a train driver who makes 6 times less what you're making and seeing you speak like this just set my brain up to upgrade

[@justvee871]

😂😂😂

[@Tony-jd2mx]

You damn lies you must not listen to what he said

[@Man295t]

I was thinking the same. I live i. Forth worth and drive to farmers branch as an apprentice electrician then on fridays i go do work at a club in downtown. This girly dude quit over driving three days week. Brother dont do blue collar work. You wouldnt survive

[@moresunsetsplease3578]

Dallas local here trying to get into Cybersecurity! KZbin recommendations is scary asf lol but I’m thankful

[@TechTualChatter]

Please reach out and connect with me

[@JT-tx2ns]

I’m also in Dallas.

[@omaco000]

I'm n Dallas too. Let's all connect and talk!

[@JoshuaMitchell-bey7]

@@TechTualChatterI’m in Dallas too, would steps would you recommend for new comers?

[@tammyrhodes3823]

First off, thanks for all the information you give to us! Next, I agree 100% about the money doesn’t matter if you’re miserable at your job. I’ve always said I’d rather make $85,000yr at a job I love versus $200,000yr doing something I hate. Congrats on your new role! I know you’ll be great no matter where you go! Thanks again 😊

[@TechTualChatter]

Thanks for the love and the support Tammy ❤️

[@James-td9rl]

stop lying..easy to talk...you aint down for it. fool

[@nosam1998]

Same here! It's really easy for people to act like, "Oh, you make a lot of money, why would you ever leave? If I were you, I would love it and never leave!". I've heard it all, and the judgment never stops. I've declined jobs that pay 200k+. It's NEVER been about the money for me. I want to make an impact, and I've been running my own company for the past 2 years. I've barely been able to afford the bills at times, but we're growing 400% YoY, and I've never been happier! Some people will never understand, and sadly, it's usually people who don't have firsthand experience in similar situations.

[@Numb2Fear]

Respect the decision.No one wants to be miserable no matter how much money their making. I started my helpdesk career this year and my end goal is cloud security.Videos like this provide great insight on what to expect and how to maneuver when you cross these type of obstacles.

[@TechTualChatter]

🎯🎯

[@ShounenRoach]

Seeing people quit their well paying jobs, when i cant even get in, is discouraging

[@AjahChanell-p7l]

Agreed but it’s called “golden handcuffs” gotta prioritize your mental health

[@soulmatrixx661]

I’m Army IT and I feel I’m fairly technical competent. But our working hours are from 630am-5pm, and what we do mostly is maintain humvees and clean out storage containers. With a salary of 26K… Talk about feeling underutilized in what you’re actually good at… If I had the job you had, man I’d be so happy.

[@theoneaboveall7708]

Keep your clearance. Get your IT certificates. Apply via Indeed and Clearance jobs.

[@darthclone7]

God damn 26k?! thats poverty line.. Mcdonald employees earn more... is this foreal?!

[@xlralphlaurenlx7027]

@@darthclone7 yup. Speaking from current experience in the army.

[@soulmatrixx661]

@@darthclone7 ​​⁠ yeah but the Army pays your college, food, and if your married your rent

[@TheOneYoungKing]

@@soulmatrixx661 it helps with all the above but it won't cover all expenses. Don't get complacent.

[@BlackjackYak54]

This was a great video. I am the same way. I like to keep learning and having new experiences. Doing the same thing everyday day without much variation in workload seems boring. It’s great for people starting out who want experience or don’t care to excel career wise or their own technical skills. You made the best decision for yourself and that’s what matters!

[@TechTualChatter]

Thanks!! Gotta show the good and bad when it comes to this tech life

[@Jehron]

Lessons I learned too, more money is good but you get numb to it almost. I'm excited for you in the new company, keep at it brother!

[@TechTualChatter]

Thanks bro!

[@Johnnathun]

“When stuff goes bad, they’ll always do what’s best for them”. Always look out for yourself first, prioritize your own happiness and needs above the job.

[@MightyGandolf]

Respect your reasoning for leaving, Im just now starting my career in cyber security so its mind blowing to me when I see people mention leaving 6 figure paying roles.

[@TechTualChatter]

Yeah but also keep in mind I have a decade of experience so I know what o warrant on the market as well

[@MightyGandolf]

@@TechTualChatter understandable, god willing ill be in a position to know the ins and outs of this industry, the learning aspect of it all excites me thats the main reason why I switched career fields. Best of luck on your future endeavors.

[@TechTualChatter]

Thanks. And just keep on learning new skills along with growing your network and you’ll be good to go 💪🏽

[@francorreaccna]

thank you for be so honest and opened

[@TechTualChatter]

You’re welcome!!

[@mike5363]

Thanks for sharing this experience with us HD. Hope your next role is more fulfilling and you are doing what you love.

[@TechTualChatter]

Thank you bro

[@Trippie_Ed]

Great video bro! I appreciate videos like this! It gives me a slight insight on what I may be dealing with getting into this new cybersecurity field. I’m new to this but dedicated to learn as much as I can

[@TechTualChatter]

💪🏽💪🏽💪🏽

[@m_kago]

Facts dude. Money doesn’t always motivate you. I learned that in my mortgage career- that’s how I ended up in IT.

[@TechTualChatter]

Salute to you making that transition

[@Stoneface_]

What's your title in IT if you don't mind me asking? And I agree money isn't everything.

[@Finance101Dummy]

HD always making moves, shoutout to you and the new role. Wishing you much success

[@TechTualChatter]

Thanks bro we’ll have to catch up soon

[@Gwarzonicus]

This is the issue with some big tech companies. Having them in your resume is a plus, but if you aren't working on challenging things you feel very underutilized and unskilled, you might even have to embellish after leaving to make yourself attractive for hire

[@gheechiedan9299]

This is very different and in a GOOD way! Thank U for the insight! WOW U were at Big Bad Goldman! One of the most POWERFUL companies in the WORLD! RESPECT! 😎

[@TechTualChatter]

😅😅😅😅 I’ve got a video on ot

[@gheechiedan9299]

@@TechTualChatter I'm gonna check that out right now! 😀

[@TechTualChatter]

@@gheechiedan9299 I have it hidden 😂😂 I need to make it public again

[@gheechiedan9299]

@@TechTualChatter Ok cause I did a Goldman search on your channel and couldn't find it so I just started watching your video : How to get into Cyber Security in 2023.👍🏾

[@gheechiedan9299]

@@TechTualChatter Ok cause I did a Goldman search on your channel and couldn't find it so I just started watching your video : How to get into Cyber Security in 2023.👍🏾

[@jonathansolano8984]

Respect the move, Gotta be Happy with what you do, if not you'll never feel fulfilled. Love the videos and information. I'm always tuning in.

[@TechTualChatter]

Appreciate it ❤️

[@Kaitokaz]

Everyone struggling to get a job because of these guys

[@JamarDuhart-js1yt]

Thank you for sharing. It feels good to know I am not alone in feeling like this.

[@TechTualChatter]

💪🏽💪🏽

[@nelsonnelson31]

I'm in the same boat right now... in this role that pays a lot more than my previous job but I'm doing work I dont like, which is annoying. Currently working on my sec+ and ccna... enough is enough

[@TechTualChatter]

Nice don’t forget to network pun intended

[@drsr7659]

Enjoyed this video. This spoke to me. I’m currently in healthcare and it’s mentally draining. I’ve been shadowing with the IT team as of recent since I want to transition into tech. I have my security+ and I recently finished Josh Madakor’s IT course. Just trying to brush up on labs right now but I feel lost at times and my current job drains me and there’s no room to grow. I’ve been enjoying your content though 👍🏿

[@TechTualChatter]

appreciate that my guy. Feel free to tap in with me if you need some 1on1 guidance

[@MaroonRose3216]

Did you transition? How is it going?

[@olajokesjourney]

Can you tell me how to approach your employer your interest on shadowing with another department?

[@RubenJackson-z1n]

You’re not far from me I’m on the Fort Worth side of the metroplex. Yeah traffic is insane here I’m working on transitioning into IT from a local truck driver and a huge reason is traffic. Thanks for this video I’m interested in cybersecurity but I want to do the more hands-on side of it.

[@kentrelc1]

I’m working on pivoting to this side from healthcare Preferably GRC. I do have a year tech support background. Seeing this definitely gives me more motivation !

[@paulwhite5066]

Got a new subscriber. Keep grinding brother. 🙋🏾‍♂️

[@TechTualChatter]

Thank you 💪🏽💪🏽

[@Macmood21]

I'm happy for you bro. It's really not about the money if you do not enjoy your work. I'm glad you were able to find another job in this tech market.

[@TechTualChatter]

Appreciate it bro 💪🏽

[@squiggs69]

I dont need the feel to belong at a job or to feel 'utilized' properly. I'm a bit of a drone when it comes to work but outside of that, its where I thrive and live or enjoy the most. I go there to simply work and not make my work as some sort of another extension of myself. This is just how I function though and how I percieve work, im a very lonely dude so fitting in or given purpose to work is no hurdle for me because thats not my reason to live. I just want a farm and and move away from the city and just survive.

[@woody-xm5ve]

How ironic ! Man I just resigned my cs engineering job last week I’m just really burned out and tired besides I got my side hustle building websites and I’m making enough. I’ll definitely go back again to get a full time job after I recouperate but not in cybersecurity but in software developing. Good luck to all !

[@Ajah-v5y]

Let me tell you I feel you one hundred percent. I am a RN and I hate it most days. I make about 140K and people say Im crazy and to stop complaining but if it doesnt make you happy then no matter what job you get in the field you will still be unhappy. I pray you will continue to explore your passions and find what makes you happy and fulfilled. Life is about more than having a high paying job than so many people make it seem.

[@TechTualChatter]

@@Ajah-v5y exactly people can't relate until it's them

[@Realmadrid2fye]

Taking notes from you brother! Good luck on your journey 💪🏿

[@TechTualChatter]

Thanks bro!

[@pravadonisproductions6399]

I’m trying to get in the position you were in. I’m almost there and I’m just giving you some advice a year later 💯 bro you have all the tools and you’re in control of your reality. Make the most of it and don’t second guess yourself 🙌🏾

[@TechTualChatter]

Appreciate it

[@brighteyesldy]

I hear you! However, I agree with the part you said in hindsight.

[@TechTualChatter]

I feel that

[@ctjmaughs]

Thanks for sharing. Most don't want to talk about the fulfillment of the job.

[@anakinvader9120]

Lol im literally looking to enroll in one of those boot camps through a good local college in my area. Its always good to see the persoective of the pros who have been in the game for a while

[@ctjmaughs]

Good luck in the job hunt!

[@TechTualChatter]

I already landed something…

[@ctjmaughs]

@@TechTualChatter IS finding remote work relatively easy at this time?

[@TechTualChatter]

@@ctjmaughs it’s hit or miss.

[@BALLOUTTILUFALLOUTTV]

Where should I go if I want to get into cyber security?

[@dkbattle]

Praying for your success, family!

[@TechTualChatter]

@@dkbattle thank you 💪🏽

[@HyperTeve]

I'm 27 working as Cloud Engineer and i'm not learning anything anymore. it's my first role but I am stuck doing the same things

[@joncents2000]

Save up and start a business utilizing AWS IaaS servers. That's my plan if things go well for me.

[@eddier2k9]

Thanks for keeping it 💯

[@MeechKingz]

Im just trying to get into the field 😭, but im with you if your not learning then its time to go

[@TechTualChatter]

Set up a consult with me

[@thepinoyboomer]

I left my IT career of 15 years because I felt burnt out, and each company I move to feels like the company is treating me like equipment. I felt that health-wise I will reap the consequences of working 12+ hours, even the weekends. I don't want to die early and not see my kids graduate college, have careers, and build a family. That is why ai an learning to take a job that is significantly lower but fullfils me and has better opportunity costs in the long run. It is scary but we only have one lifetime, so better make the best of it.

[@Ricocase]

Which segment of IT burned you out?

[@lordblazer]

hey definitely appreciated this video a year later.. once a job doesn't align with your goals, time to move on. hope things are going well on your end. I'm at a smaller company now. it was great as I got hands on experience on starting and managing a long term project and being team lead on it.. I left Accenture for my current job. the pay is better at my current job too... A lot of the larger companies, you have a ton of coasters and you cannot stand out with just work alone. You gotta pollitick, and while I don't mind as my previous career was International Relations before coming into Data Science. I kind of left IR because I got tired of being passed up cuz the other candidate was some Prime Minister's kid..

[@TechTualChatter]

@@lordblazer see you get it…

[@willownot]

I have two questions on the subject: 1- In 10 years, can AIs replace or take over many vacancies in cybersecurity? 2- Do you think doing comptia+, NDE, DFE, cloud+ would already be enough certifications to enter the market as a junior? what salary to expect?

[@GEN-XArmyVet]

Hey brotha... I'm a retired Army veteran living in The Colony. I'm currently attending IT classes on Uncle Sam's dime at the ACI Learning facility in Irving. I am also a Certified Occupational Therapy Practitioner that looking to get out of the medical field upon completion of ACI in March. What is your recommendation regarding the first IT job/location/ within the DFW?

[@TechTualChatter]

I know some people that are doing the ACI classes in dfw as well! Honestly I would say the first job would depend on where your interest lie

[@GEN-XArmyVet]

@@TechTualChatter I would like to eventually get into another management role. I also enjoy building/programming personal pcs.

[@TechTualChatter]

What type of management? Like project management?

[@millertime6]

It’s good to take charge. 👏🏽

[@TechTualChatter]

Yes sirrr

[@MarcosCouncil]

Where should one start with Cybersecurity?

[@Dashawn.B]

With these Cyber Security jobs after a certain amount is it like a contract with severance package. Or just salary.

[@TechTualChatter]

Depends you have salary bonuses stocks etc

[@digitalpituitary5226]

Awesome video!

[@na_k]

Thanks for sharing this. On another note, I'd like to hear your thoughts (maybe a vid or short) on Amazon and some bigger tech companies requiring employees to work on site for 3 days. Do you think this will have an impact on the tech industry as a whole? And why is the tech field pushing employees back to the office for roles that can be performed remotely?

[@TechTualChatter]

i have a podcast episode that I will talk about this very soon. It's more than the companies just wanting you to be back in office but also promises they might've made when the offices were built

[@na_k]

@@TechTualChatter Looking forward to it. If I had to guess, some of that is them being locked into leases in heavy metro areas. I'm sure they're spending big bucks to be in prime real estate. Also, less footprint in those areas means less money being spent by workers on food, transport, shopping, etc.

[@TechTualChatter]

@@na_k 🎯🎯

[@hundeezi1639]

Needed this motivation today. Been stuck in an assessment role for a yr now and been contemplating should I keep interviewing to get a ops role. Setting up those phone calls now. Thanks bro

[@TechTualChatter]

You’re welcome my giy

[@masterk5066]

10:45 MAN that just hit so hard for me. I’m definitely not loyal to no company the company I work for has done 3 random layoffs in the last year 30-40 people at a time & you don’t even know if you getting laid off until you come to work & try to clock in so ghetto & nerve racking smh. Following my own mind applying an getting interviews lined up soon as I get offer that makes sense gone before I end up on that list 🗑️

[@TechTualChatter]

@@masterk5066 smart move 💪🏽💪🏽

[@Mandii271]

Great content even though I’m a year late watching this!

[@TechTualChatter]

@@Mandii271 thank you ❤️❤️

[@Mandii271]

@@TechTualChatter welcome 🙏

[@AlexPerez-fc3ov]

Please do not stay at a dead end job that doesnt provide you with a 401k or IRA plan with an employer matching contribution plan. I'm retired now but I stayed at my last firm far to long because of loyalty. And didnt get anything out of it but BS in the end. Secondly, for smaller firms it advisable to do quick searches yearly on your company's name and look for problems.

[@coreyleath25]

Your a better man than me. Was it because of burnout? I know because of your experience you can demand and negotiate whatever you want salary wise and remote hybrid options. Can’t wait to get into an internship and graduate college I’m excited

[@TechTualChatter]

Not because of burnout. I just didn’t like the role and didn’t align with long term career

[@coreyleath25]

You can move how you want your a vet. I’m letting companies run me into the ground the first 5 years I’m in because I have no leverage or leg to stand on experience wise. I gotta take whatever pay and come to the office with a smile on my face 😂. I have no kids and I just turned 33 on the 15th and I hear we are heading into a big recession and another round of big tech layoffs, so I’m working on being more efficient with my studies, certs, degree’s and resume and perfecting my craft project wise and technical wise. I come from nothing so I will be money hungry for a long long time that’s just me Bro.

[@TechTualChatter]

@@coreyleath25 you always have leverage in the beginning never forget that.

[@MaroonRose3216]

@@TechTualChatterHow do you have leverage in the beginning? I’m thinking of transitioning from teaching To cybersecurity.

[@TechTualChatter]

@@MaroonRose3216 everything is negotiable

[@desirre4398]

I am currently working in Disaster Recovery in Cybersecurity and it is draining and not what I wanted to do. I tried asking management may I be allow to temporarily work with other teams to get the skills I need to be more successful in other areas of my company and they are not allowing me to grow in my career. I think it is time for me to go.

[@TechTualChatter]

Yep no one will look out for you like you

[@pressedv3017]

Now even that? Man, that feels bleak. Are you still going back there or moving on?

[@MichaelJ843]

Even in your fifties still keep learning and growing.

[@BitcoinBaller]

For this type of job what would you say is the cert path to get that job? It also sounds like some Data Analysis mixed in but did you have people that reported to you?

[@TechTualChatter]

No cert path just experience. I also did not have any direct reports

[@ralphpinkins5619]

@@TechTualChatter Now that makes sense. The company wanted you to be the workhorse. And working your a** off for 175k is going to get old real quick for anybody, when you basically living in that company.

[@bryantonojeta5064]

Bro I love the information.. I think you should get a better mic, it's hard to hear you at times. I know this is authentic convo your having so the nuance's in your voice at times I need to rewind it to listen harder to hear what you've said. Just my $.02 I do Agree the money isn't all that is cracked up to be if you can't enjoy it. I've quit jobs and made lateral moves for the same money for work like balance and learning opportunities.

[@TechTualChatter]

I have a couple of mics. It just happened that this was using my shotgun mic on my camera but I’m going to out the shotgun mic on a stand so it can be closer to me. Also thanks for checking out the video

[@j-real7233]

You were basically doing Incident Mgt non-technical. You made the right decision to look for another positon that's more technical cyber security

[@TechTualChatter]

@@j-real7233 no I wasn’t even doing incident management. I was doing more GRC work

[@j-real7233]

@@TechTualChatter oh, ok bro

[@allenkingsley2600]

I am just getting into Cyber Security with 2 degrees! Where can I find a job entry level as a 40 year old

[@gonzo-7866]

I'm trying to break into the CyberSecurity field. I finished my AS but have been struggling to get an internship. I just started working towards my BS, but I still need to build my skill sets. I wished their was company's were they mentor you. I have the desire but feel lost.. that being said, I can respect your decision.

[@TechTualChatter]

Check out my channel. I have done videos on how you can get into cybersecurity

[@zackzayco9135]

Great inspirational content

[@TechTualChatter]

Thanks fam 💪🏽

[@omarsharif4484]

I feel like this now. Im a sysadmin and i get to work at 9 and by 930 im done for the day. Hella boring, and to think at one point this was my dream job

[@TechTualChatter]

@@omarsharif4484 time for a new gig or be over employed

[@alikorestate]

I need to see the pay stub.

[@TechTualChatter]

😂😂😂

[@rafaelbuenavida5742]

I currently work as an incident- change coordinator, i am only 26 y/o…. I would also like to have more exposure to the technologies. My job is more related to management part of IPC

[@jannellmcbride1922]

Thank you for this video. I really didn’t understand what Cybersecurity entails. I applied to a Amazon role that sounds just like the position you quit, except my background is in Compliance and I understand the foundations of Risk Management but I don’t have any technical skills or CS degree that the role is also looking for as the preferred skills. Now I understand that I should look into some technical courses on Coursera like SQL and Cybersecurity. Do you have any suggestions on how I should learn about technical processes?

[@Ricocase]

Better get those and start a biz. Non tech a dime a dozen. Outsourcing tech a lot. Drives $ low. Good luck. See someone in the job you want in Lin and view their credentials. Get to work.

[@7figurebrian]

I'm getting into tech very soon here and I'm just wondering what the salary like that how much of it was base cash and how much of it was benefits

[@teenwolf9957]

ur inspiration, currently i wanted to ask rn i have associate in business AAS specialization in information technology and compti sec+, what other certifications should i add and how many is enough for cybersecurity analyst role.

[@TechTualChatter]

Your asking Tempe wrong questions. Look at my how to get into cybersecurity video on my page. It’ll answer the right questions for you

[@vbrown9905]

I got a question I have an job paying 45k help desk role and another entry level Role For a cyber company paying 19.50 as a network analyst. Which one would you take?

[@TechTualChatter]

@@vbrown9905 45k job paying more

[@hoopworkshop]

Thank you for documenting your journey for us to learn. I am trying to get your ebook with the code help but the system is telling me it's not valid.

[@TechTualChatter]

The code expired

[@themissflossyproject4784]

I am in dfw area, i am switching from finance and wanting to get into cybersecurity currently on maternity leave

[@TechTualChatter]

@@themissflossyproject4784 have you looked into resources at your current company

[@csl9495]

Im glad youre currently employed. Its funny how so many young people do tech channels on how to get into IT or code or something, and their background is that they are former employees.... like bro i appreciate the info to get in, but if yall mfers quitting just to do youtube why am i trying to get in for? Lol

[@mindovermatter56]

Hello sir i want to become a cyber security specialist or cyber security engineer. How would you recommend I go about starting. I have zero experience.

[@TechTualChatter]

@@mindovermatter56 you should check out my ebook for some of those answers b techualconsulting.com/store

[@ctjmaughs]

Did you quit your job or did you leave your Manager?

[@TechTualChatter]

I’m confused by the second part?

[@ctjmaughs]

@@TechTualChatter were you unhappy with how the manager involved you in the business processes?

[@TechTualChatter]

No I wasn’t It was about the job

[@DataDost]

Your LinkedIn profile link?

[@michaeloquendo9087]

Send me a blue print in need like certifications so i can get a job in cyber security

[@howardnelson3859]

I now exactly what you mean when you said you started to dread going to work and being uninterested in the daily task

[@TechTualChatter]

Yep mentally and emotionally detached

[@AlexPerez-fc3ov]

Working in a smaller company you might get some promises - try to get these things in writing (Good luck)

[@germlasal777]

Is cybersecurity hard?

[@SanekaRice]

Which employer is this ?

[@AjahChanell-p7l]

Hi can you help me get into the field ?

[@CyberSecurityFashionDesigner]

Sooooo what you are telling me there are still jobs out there and I should keep pushing for a job? Also, there is a lot of money in it? My passion is fashion design but I can always do that on the side! So I get it! I love cyber though but it is a different type of love!

[@TechTualChatter]

@@CyberSecurityFashionDesigner all companies need to be protected with that in mind it is worth getting into

[@CyberSecurityFashionDesigner]

@@TechTualChatter do you think financially they do well?

[@daymunsdayz]

Congrats. Trying to do the same now.

[@TechTualChatter]

You got this

[@CloudAkura7]

Cool reasoning but ultimately anyone who isn’t fortunate enough to ever reach that type of salary, let alone fortunate enough to be able to comfortably leave a similarly paying position will never like hearing someone say they randomly quit their high paying job Ofc the human element is once we have something (money in this case) we gradually care less for it Of course other things will eventually become more important

[@TechTualChatter]

@@CloudAkura7 ok

[@dennisreynolds9202]

WTF, bro. People would love that 100k job. I'm trying to land a entry level job so I can make that big bucks.

[@TechTualChatter]

Schedule a consultation I got you bro

[@MaroonRose3216]

How’s it going?

[@KamPlays-w6b]

How did you get into cybersecurity? Did you go the boot camp way?

[@TechTualChatter]

@@KamPlays-w6b kzbin.info/aero/PLx70gNuaEAlC1fO648V01uywlc3sQk64C&si=7sYQb8hbrV3p9dV9

[@fraydizs7302]

Short answer so you dont have to waste your time watching a playlist. Yes. Yes he did.

[@TechTualChatter]

@@fraydizs7302 no I didn’t dummy

[@fraydizs7302]

@@TechTualChatter lol. Thank you for actually answering the question this time around. I just said that you did so that you would either correct me if I was wrong or say nothing if I was right. Social engineering 101 bucko :)

[@TechTualChatter]

@fraydizs7302 lol the playlist was to answer his first question which would answer his second question

[@brandonwilliams9290]

How long have you been doing cybersecurity

[@TechTualChatter]

years

[@bigalladine7961]

2 ???​@@TechTualChatter

[@mindovermatter56]

​@TechTualChatter question I have no experience I want to become a cyber security specialist or cyber security engineer. How would you direct me into getting into this job and what courses or programs do you recommend .

[@updateserver]

HR = Corporate Gangsters 👔

[@thatsgametv425]

Is it easy for a network engineer to transfer to cybersecurity?

[@TechTualChatter]

Nothing is easy but it’s very doable based on your background

[@thatsgametv425]

@@TechTualChatter ok I’m doing the Franklin pre-apprenticeship. They offer software engineer, network engineer, cybersecurity and etc. I wanted to do cybersecurity but it’s full so I figured I’d just do network engineer for 1 year and try to go for cybersecurity. Should I go with my plan or wait until they open slots for cybersecurity?

[@TechTualChatter]

@@thatsgametv425 you don’t have to wait on them to get into cybersecurity. If you need help with it book some time with me and I’ll help you come up with a gameplan

[@thatsgametv425]

@@TechTualChatter sure how do I contact you

[@TechTualChatter]

My info is in the description

[@cbbcbb6803]

Hope you know how to save.