Practical Cyber Analyst Certification for Beginners (HackTheBox CDSA FULL Review)

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01:19 Pre-requisites
02:59 Pricing
04:33 Meeting Pre-requisites
05:40 Training Details: SOC Analyst Job-Role Path
13:35 Passing HR Filters

[@dyavanapellisujal1394]

I followed this video and did the Hackthebox Soc Analyst Path in June 2024 , Now it's October 7 today and I am a intern at one of the renowned institute of India i.e IIT Bombay working on SOC projects. Thank you for your guidance 🙏❤️

[@UnixGuy]

@@dyavanapellisujal1394 Huge congrats my friend 🤝🏻

[@dyavanapellisujal1394]

@@UnixGuy Still learning things along with my internship to land a job once my internship is done 🙏❤️

[@HaTran-ve9ru]

you got the cert or just studying it ?

[@razee7869]

Any other experience or courses you did? I am from India too , specifically kerala

[@JoeCole-eu6gj]

Bro can you share your journey, how did you got the internship, etc

[@_Salaar_khan]

I've been watching your vids since 2021, I guess. Landed entry-level security analyst role in a different country with ZERO CERTS. Alhumdulillah ❤. Thanks for being the mentor u r.

[@UnixGuy]

wow congratss!!! this is so good to hear!!

[@_Salaar_khan]

I did do 2 internships tho. Both were a 1 month remote internship

[@UnixGuy]

well done@@_Salaar_khan

[@seramaiitu9353]

Bro can share your path

[@sumeshkumar9940]

​@@_Salaar_khan hi could you please tell me how to get internships

[@AkhilKalla-cx2oj]

Which option is more favorable: completing HTB CDSA or Blue Team level 1?After completing the google cybersecurity certification!

[@UnixGuy]

I answered your question here (watch till the end): kzbin.info/www/bejne/rX3KnItse5iNeqM :)

[@konderzotis824]

A big thank you for your time and energy you put into your videos and the great insights you always give out . Coffee shout for your next video.

[@UnixGuy]

thank so much mate! I do drink a lot of coffee so I’ll probably have one more today ☕️ 🙏🏻

[@claudiamanta1943]

Thank you very much- this is gold. The people who work for/ with you are really fortunate because if you do care this much for strangers on the web and help them, how much more you support your staff? 👏 I wish you every success.

[@UnixGuy]

thank you for your kind comments, I truely appreciate them, and they do make a difference in my day and spirit! have a lovely day!

[@umm_khaled]

Congratulations for 100k!! Well deserved! Been watching you since you were at 20k or so. I’ve been (slowly) working through your recommended certs and always looking forward to reading your newsletters.

[@UnixGuy]

thank you so much Nabila, your comments are always supportive and encouraging, you’ve been here since the beginning! please keep me posted with your progress :)

[@aadikiller2935]

Congratulations for 100k subscribers. I got the perfect mentor for my beginning of Cybersecurity field.✨✨ Loads of love💪🏻💪🏻✨

[@UnixGuy]

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[@user-tu7rr1zg4b]

What do I need to get started?

[@bloodclart_007]

I've done the CCD certification from CyberDefenders and It was so fun, I plan to get the CDSA to wrap up 2024!

[@UnixGuy]

kicking goals 🫡

[@ngaihte]

Congrats on 100k! I am already half way through the course, the contents are amazing yet quite challenging.

[@UnixGuy]

thanks mate! yep I agree, its challenging in a good way, that’s how we learn!

[@muhammadhaidarakita955]

When I wanted to take this certification in January, suddenly you uploaded a video discussing this certification. I am now more motivated to complete it, thank you very much. Congratulations for 100k subscribers btw.

[@UnixGuy]

thanks mate. You will enjoy this cert, it’s challenging and a lot fun!

[@raflydwipriyono272]

Hi Unix, congratulations on reaching 100k subscribers! i always loved your videos! When i see this video and the content of HTB CDSA, it reminds me to your other video when you recommend taking blue team level 1 cert. These two cert have some similirarity and i would like to see a video of you comparing them in depth (strength of each cert, value for money, beginner friendly, etc). Thanks a lot and hope you have a wonderful day!

[@UnixGuy]

hey mate thanks for your support! They’re indeed similar and both of great quality. I would personally do both because it’ll give me a chance to practice these intermediate level topics! For what its woth, CDSA is more up to date and covers a bit more topic but they’re both great

[@lbmerc8]

I was curious about the same thing. I’ve done the Microsoft Cyber Analyst course from Coursera, Sec+, and was debating what step to take next; BTL1 or HTB CDSA. I went with CDSA since all the content from the intro path and prereq’s, to the job role paths themselves on HTB are really high quality and up-to-date. Plus with the Silver Annual Subscription you get access to all the modules in the SOC Analyst, pentesting, and bug bounty paths in addition to the voucher. I plan on taking the CPTS after so I’d say the value for money is there if you’re interested in multiple paths. To make it even sweeter, I’ve also heard from folks that have done the OSCP, that the CPTS has better depth and breadth of content. HTB is challenging, but it expands your knowledge and skills really forces you to learn how to problem solve rather than rote memorize concepts.

[@haroldfernandez4560]

Hi Unix, congratulations on reaching 100k subscribers! It's truly deserved for the valuable information you provide. I'm so glad I found your channel. I've recently developed a strong interest in technology, particularly cybersecurity. Finding reliable information was tough, but after watching some of your videos, I now have a clearer idea of the path to follow and plan to start next year. Thank you very much, and please keep sharing such valuable information.

[@UnixGuy]

Thank you so much for your support 🤝

[@lkb488]

Congrats on reaching 100k. It shows how many people you are helping. Keep it up and thank you for everything

[@UnixGuy]

thank you 🙏🏻

[@prathmeshc2208]

Dear Sir, I extend my heartfelt congratulations on reaching the milestone of 100k subscribers. It brings me great joy to have been part of your channel since its early stages, back when the subscriber count was 4k. Witnessing this growth has been a truly rewarding experience. May your channel continue to thrive and achieve even greater success. Best regards. Love from india❤

[@UnixGuy]

thank you so much for being here from the beginning, your support means a lot to me 🤝

[@prathmeshc2208]

@@UnixGuy ❤️

[@mekenginnocent2371]

Thank you for your video. Your videos have been in my mind , motivating me more to my steps in Cybersecurity.

[@UnixGuy]

so glad to hear that! This is precisely why I make them. Best of luck my friend!

[@Bezalel13]

Thank you for helping me in starting my studies. I am almost finished with my Google cybersecurity studies then I'm going move over to this course! Your advice has been the most valuable when it comes to getting started and how to progress with my studies. Thank you once again!

[@UnixGuy]

Best of luck my friend 🙏🏻

[@WavesAreBlu]

I agree He’s a Great Guy !

[@SecurifyU]

Your channel's content is always top notch!! Congratulations for 100K family 🎉 You deserve many more 🙌

[@UnixGuy]

Thank you so much 😀

[@alvinparrenas3143]

Congrats on 100k miles stone Sir! Your content truly helps us a lot. I am still looking for my first cybersecurity job, and I use your videos as my guide.

[@UnixGuy]

Best of luck my friend!

[@tsuperuser]

I just started the CDSA this week and I'm super excited. I will probably get all 3 HTB certs as they look really valuable. I was going to go for a bunch of CompTIA, Blue Team level 1, CCNA cyberOps, etc. However, these HTB certs look perfect for getting my first job.

[@UnixGuy]

the HTB certs are so much better! enjoy them!

[@Jake-fe4uf]

@@UnixGuy After passing Security+ and CYSA+ over last few years I completely agree. CYSA+ was probably time wasted for me.

[@gladcomming]

​@@Jake-fe4uf what about sec+

[@emekanwankudu]

@UnixGuy the affiliate link is not working.

[@UnixGuy]

I've tested the links, they're all working.@@emekanwankudu

[@muhaumar]

About to start studying for the security+ and will be doing this one immediately after so that I have a grasp of both sides. Really appreciate the effort you put into guiding newbies and pros alike like the shepherd you are!

[@UnixGuy]

awesome plan, enjoy the challenge!

[@marlinshanklin-ww7em]

Congratulations your changing people's lives.

[@UnixGuy]

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[@P.L.U.S.]

Kind of excited seeing you part of the advent !!@! Can't wait

[@UnixGuy]

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[@bulba888]

Sounds better than CCD or Blue Team LVL 1. I need that, because i feel my Google Cyber Sec Cert and future Comptia Sec+ dont give enough hands on real experience, but just cover basics

[@UnixGuy]

They’re both good. This one is more recent and have slightly more content

[@Sam-nC1mf]

Congrats on 100k you totally deserve it. Keep it going❤

[@UnixGuy]

Thank you so much 🫡

[@syedumer4867]

Congratulations for 100K subscribers..keep up the good work

[@UnixGuy]

thanks mate :)

[@Julianistaken]

Love it, your videos are always gold.

[@UnixGuy]

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[@tomharvey3043]

Another great video sir and congratulations🎉 for 100k

[@UnixGuy]

Thanks a ton!

[@bf4816]

Perfect timing! I've been eyeing this certification as I already have the monthly HTB academy student plan. You've been a big help in identifying more practical training options. I would like to know, would you recommend this training over BTL1 for getting started in the industry? Are they more or less equivalent?

[@UnixGuy]

They’re both good. This one is more recent and have slightly more content. I would personally do both :)

[@alexlecourt6039]

Thx for the question and thx for the answer ! I was about to ask ! Will do both + Splunk certificate and working on python and Linux on the side 🙏 thank you so much for all your advices

[@guilhermeteixeirademello4907]

You are amazing! Your videos helps a lot! I cannot put in words all the help I'm getting from your videos. Thank you so much! One question: What is better for a beginner (already have Google CYbersecurity Certificate and ISC2 CC) the HTB CDSA or BTL1??? I'm stuck trying to decide between one of them!

[@UnixGuy]

both are great! I’d personally take the HTB :)

[@guilhermeteixeirademello4907]

@@UnixGuy as I thought! Thank you once more! Have a great New Year’s Eve! Hope to see more and more content from you next year! 👍🏻

[@AhmedAlhamed-y6k]

Hi Unix, congratulations on reaching 100k subscribers! It's truly deserved for the valuable information you provide. after having Network+ and Security+ and eJPT should I get CDSA ? or CySA+ I like practicle hands on training more and I understand better ? what's you advice :)

[@UnixGuy]

definitely CDSA :) cysa is just multippe choice and wont teach you anything

[@0xRAND0M]

Great content as always, thank you for your insight

[@UnixGuy]

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[@ManuelBuhler-nz2pr]

Hi Unix! Congrats reaching the 100k !! Well deserved! Your Videos are so helpful and I am happy to see more of them. I have one question: I just started (this week) the Google Cyber Security Certificate, which you recommended in one of your Videos about 6 months ago. What do you recommend me to do now. Stop the free trial of coursera at this point and switch to the "hack the box" certification or shall I finish the google certification on coursera first? Thanks a lot, really appreciate your advice ! Cheers from Switzerland !

[@UnixGuy]

hey Manuel, no I recommend you finish the google cert, you need to finish properly before you can tackle hackthebox cdsa

[@alienfader]

I might give this a go. Thank you posting.

[@UnixGuy]

great choice, I enjoyed this!

[@camspoon1510]

Congratulations on reaching the milestone of 100K! I was wondering should I do the Google Cybersecurity Certification or the HTB CDSA? I'm a begineer in this field and I would like to know what you think?

[@UnixGuy]

do both! start with google then do this one :)

[@camspoon1510]

Thank you I will do so!@@UnixGuy

[@daindigokid]

Your videos are great. I first heard about this from you. So thank you for putting it on my radar. I went through TCM security’s Ethical Hacking course work. Eye opening. I’m now Going through CDSA and it’s interesting seeing it from the other end. I feel well rounded. CDSA is Super helpful and with smooth Linux labs. Its remarkable. I don’t have to build out an entire lab environment like I did for TCM (although i’ll do it anyway because it teaches you a lot). Btw, what is the lab that you recommended to practice your networking? I forget which video it’s in. Thanks again.

[@UnixGuy]

glad you’re enjoying CDSA its definitely a great addition! whats your career goal/specialty? I dont think a network lab is necessary because you get to practice network concepts as you do cyber certs. By the way, I’ve released a GRC course thst can be a good addition to your certs/skills: kzbin.info/www/bejne/eWesmJ6pd9WAfJYsi=y_mU-6KjEn4Go6zR

[@daindigokid]

@@UnixGuy You responded so fast! Thank you. I’ll definitely be taking a look at your course to round off my knowledge. My introduction to infosec was through Security+ 601 and AWS. I’m certified in the former, but not in the latter. I have very very basic AWS skills. At first, I was just trying to get a job in “cyber security“ and those efforts were leading me to soc analyst. But that was an uphill battle to get hands on experience (Licensing, system requirements, expensive). So I’ve been studying web application security and network pentesting, which has been the best decision I ever made. You learn A LOT pushing yourself through those labs. I use Linux and burpsuite every day. Enumerate Active Directory, crack hashes, it’s awesome! Ironically, there’s more resources to learn what I believe is the *harder* profession (web application/networking pentesting) than the entrylevel soc stuff. HTB’s CDSA is an absolute game changer here. I just want to land a job; help desk, tier 1 soc or Junior pen tester. Once I get through CDSA, I’m going to get at least one AWS certification (I paid for the courses I just haven’t finished them). The moment, I land a job, the first thing I’m doing is getting my CISSP. By the way, I think it was a CCNA lab that you suggested? I want to practice my switches and firewall skills and stuff like that.

[@UnixGuy]

no, i don’t recommend either ccna or cissp. you’re doing the right courses and gaining the right skill - your priority is get a job!

[@SRC503]

Hey Bro, you never disappoint. For complete beginner Would you recommend the Microsoft cyber analyst cert or Google cyber security cert before this HTB. I know you said both are good but which one if you had to?

[@UnixGuy]

Do the google cert before this so you get some handson practice with Linux :)

[@SRC503]

@@UnixGuy Thank you brotha

[@kingsmonarch4591]

Honorable sir , can you give us the complete guidelines about DevSecOps , about how we should operate our secure code and manage difficult vulnerability and identity critical problem in our devops cycle which might be very useful to us

[@UnixGuy]

this is the roadmap for you: kzbin.info/www/bejne/qZnKfIhjr8-Co9k

[@mackensonpetitshare8422]

Congratulations on reaching 100k....you deserve even more...I was about to take a little longer before getting onto Cybersecurity though I took so many intro courses....but you're the reason I quickly decided not to wait anymore.....I even got the Google Cyber security certification in 4 weeks...... Thank you. By the way if I want to take Security+ do you advise the 701 or I can still do the 601 (because i have already had the books and all the resources)?

[@UnixGuy]

hey mate, well done on finishing the google cert! As for sec+ best to do 601 if u have the books and finish it asap so you can progress to more practical stuff like the one discussed in this video :)

[@mackensonpetitshare8422]

@@UnixGuy thank you so much I will and keep you posted....I'm grateful to your precious help

[@gavindudley1064]

Thanks, been waiting for this review. If you had to choose between HTB CDSA, BTL1 and THM SOC L1, which would you go for?

[@UnixGuy]

they’re all good and of similar price, you can’t go wrong with either

[@warlocksmurf]

honestly id go THM (cause its not a cert) > BTL1 > HTB

[@josemmm11]

@@warlocksmurf Why you say Trytohackme is better? can you explain? im interested in one of these program.

[@Mike-xb1gw]

Hey man thanks for the great content as always! Would you recommend this hack the box certification before or after the blue team level 1? Or just skip it entirely? Thanks again 🙏🏻

[@UnixGuy]

hey mate, its very similar to blue team , so u can do one or the other, or both :)

[@charli3pr]

Congratulation Unix on reaching 100k subscribers! Do you recommend to do the Google Cert or just do the HTB CDSA?

[@UnixGuy]

best to do the google cert first specially if you’re new to the field

[@wendell2421]

Hi UnixGuy, Congrats on reaching 100k followers as I have just come across your channel this week and it has been of great help. I am currently in a ServiceDesk position and would like to break into Cyber security and would like to know if I go for the IBM cyber analyst, BTL1 cert/HT would it be recommended to go for cysa+ cert or is it not necessary and then do the project certs in your other videos?

[@UnixGuy]

hey mate, you could the cert that you listed but if I were you, I would first do the google cert: kzbin.info/www/bejne/bH2shpuubpqAebcsi=2LUo4oIJLIeXTsYS then the projects: kzbin.info/www/bejne/gnfPpHejbdxmbKMsi=NgzRK8zlrLfbZMmo then I would come back to this video and do HTB CDSA including the pre-reqs

[@wendell2421]

@@UnixGuy your feedback is much appreciated

[@saarwarmatin1039]

Thank you for this video.

[@UnixGuy]

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[@javierarroyo2305]

Your videos have helped me a lot! Gracias!

[@UnixGuy]

Glad to hear that!

[@damian5507]

Congrats on 100k! I am following a video of yours and I am going through the Google cyber security course right now and I just have a question. Between this HTB course and the Blue team level 1, which would you recommend I go with? The HTB seems to have a lot of things in it and I would like to actually get the yearly subsciption, I would just like your opinion on which course I should go with after finishing the Google cyber security course. Thank you!

[@UnixGuy]

They’re both good. This one is more recent and have slightly more content. I would personally do both :)

[@parthderani160]

Congrats for 100k sir! Your videos are very helpful. Btw, google cyber security course is now on youtube. Should i go through that?

[@UnixGuy]

the value of google cert is in the labs, so I recommend you do the course properly so you get the hands-on learning :)

[@TheSilentLearner786]

Hey Unix guy thankyou

[@UnixGuy]

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[@ram_bam]

Are all blue team roles typically at SOCs? I’m in the middle of my appsec training but have very much enjoyed the DFIR stuff I’ve done on THM and elsewhere. It’s making me rethink my goals. Congrats on 100k! It’s well deserved.

[@UnixGuy]

not always in a SOC, it depends on the size of the organisation so they can be generalists, they can also work as consultants

[@amitbirajdar7519]

Congratulations 🎉 on 100K ! watched every video of you. I am from non technical background started google cert, will be this good option instead of Blue team Level1 ?

[@UnixGuy]

They’re both good. This one is more recent and have slightly more content! best of luck :)

[@d.w.4319]

Congrats on the 100 k🎉 subscribers! On behalf of all my aspiring GRC professionals that will be watching this I'll ask......do you recommend this for us too or no? I saw your video on Microsoft cyber analyst and started that path. I Figured it would be good with the cloud info introduced in addition to cyber basic concepts and doing the labs would be good for my path. But then I'm seeing this and the wheels in my mind are turning yet again !😅😮😂😂😂😂

[@UnixGuy]

you don’t need this for GRC! there is currently no good training for GRC, so please wait because I have an annoucement soon that will fix this problem ;)

[@d.w.4319]

@@UnixGuy Thx that's all I needed to hear . I will be waiting patiently with a smile on my face of what's to come. Thanks so much!

[@TheVio888]

I am also interested in GRC, but I reckon getting an entry level GRC job isn't easy. I was thinking of starting from here, and the more knowledge, the better anyway. I feel like exhibiting more technical knowledge is an advantage... what do you think?

[@d.w.4319]

@@TheVio888 according to Unix guy you'll have a solution to your problem soon. Be patient! Lol 😆

[@d.w.4319]

@UnixGuy would soon constitute before the end of 2023 or more likely early 2024? Either way I'm stoked as a aspiring GRC professional! Thanks again !

[@Cyberbanksy]

Hi Unix, I been watching your videos now a lot frequent. I did a year course in uni into cybersecurity but I got scared of what people were asking certain wise on Indeed so pursued another industry but I want to get back into the cybersecurity field. So you recommend do the Google Cert on Coursera then approach HTB after would that put me on track to landing a cyber spot in the industry :)? Amazing videos as always and happy new year.

[@UnixGuy]

hey Dan, yes those are great courses that will get you the job :)

[@Cyberbanksy]

@@UnixGuy ok perfect then I’ll start ok that. Thank you so much 😊

[@katachiaudio]

Thanks again for the great informative video and congrats on reaching 100K. How long would you think resonably it would take a beginner to complete all these courses to get the certificate?

[@UnixGuy]

depends on how fast you learn and how much time you dedicate to it 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@darklightangel9825]

I have questions. Would you recommend this cert over blue team lv1 or does it not matter? If one does the HTB cert at what point during the cert would you recommend one to start applying for jobs?

[@UnixGuy]

watch this to the end: kzbin.info/www/bejne/rX3KnItse5iNeqMsi=ldIx1-vkGoa844La

[@darklightangel9825]

@UnixGuy just saw it, thank you so much

[@elwynll]

Thanks for the video UnixGuy. I've been following your video about "FASTEST way to become a Cyber Analyst" and have just completed my Google Professional Certificate a couple of weeks ago. I commented on that video and appreciate your reply. I am now reviewing some further revision on Professor Messor and ExamCompass practice exams to possibly sit the CompTIA Security+ exam (Although I know you said this isn't really necessary). Would you recommend starting the Blue Team Level 1, or possibly start this Hack the Box - SOC Analyst Pre-requisite? Should I even bother with the Security+ exam or just get started on those two courses. Appreciate your advice and guidance. Thanks again !

[@UnixGuy]

hey mate, security+ is optional! I highly recommend you start with hackthebox pre-requisites. What you need is practical skills :)

[@elwynll]

@@UnixGuy Thanks for the prompt reply. Great, I'll get onto HacktheBox then make my way through the BlueTeam Level 1 after that 👌. Thanks again for your videos and guidance!

[@UnixGuy]

once you finish hackthebox, you should focus on scoring a job :) all the best and keep me posted!@@elwynll

[@elwynll]

@@UnixGuy Thanks UnixGuy. Do you still recommend the Blue Team Level 1 course you mentioned in your other video?

[@UnixGuy]

@@elwynll yes it is a fantastic course! HTB CDSA is a new course. They're both fantastic, challenging, and both will give you the skills you need for a job in cyber security

[@Sam-nC1mf]

A video on CPTS plsss. Everyone's saying it's better than OSCP. I would love to get ur thoughts on it

[@UnixGuy]

It’s great but I will go over it in the future

[@V4N1LLA1CE]

Yesss, would love a video on CPTS

[@yatta5000]

Hello! Many thanks for the information! I’m curious on you perspective for their other 2 certs. And honest opinion on which is suited for who. I know everyone love to hear what will get you to cyber quicker with no experience starting out but a realistic take on if someone would take these courses, if they’d be actually prepared to do the work if they did land a position and wasn’t riddled by imposter syndrome.

[@UnixGuy]

their other certs are for penetration testers, they’re all great

[@rebaleos]

Thank you, finally you reviewed their great content. Great effort from you, as usual. Just can I know what jobs we can apply for after completing these modules and mastering them? I've finished about 70 percent of the SOC path and I don't really feel like the content only covers SOC LV 1. It seems to me that it qualifies as SOC LV2, so what do you think?

[@UnixGuy]

dont worry too much about “levels”, apply yo ALL jobs that are on the defensive side / cyber analyst type roles

[@rebaleos]

Thank you for your quick response, and good luck and lasting success. We will continue to support you for the Journey of a Million. You truly deserve it.❤🌹👌🏻

[@UnixGuy]

thank you my friend 🤝

[@glebius6831]

Hi, Unix! Congratulations with getting more than 100k subscribers already! I've tried the HTB prerequisite course, and it seems that they often give tasks which are more advanced than the material they teach. How do you think, should I struggle with it (use chatGPT aid, forums, etc) or do some easier courses like THM first?

[@UnixGuy]

hey mate, it’s perfectly normal and intentional :) it’s part of the learning process, google as much as you need to :)

[@glebius6831]

Thank you, great course so far -- the tasks are difficult but very rewarding once done.@@UnixGuy

[@UnixGuy]

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[@nacho6834]

congrats for the 100k ¿do you recomend this cert or the BTL1?

[@UnixGuy]

both are great and a good chance to get more hands on practice, this one is a bit more recent and has slightly more content but both are great

[@nacho6834]

@@UnixGuy thanks for the reply,love your videos keep the good work :)

[@chrismonyok]

Excellent review! How do you feel about this certification in comparison to the Offensive Security SOC -200 (OSDA)?

[@UnixGuy]

hey mate, I’m not familiar with it, but offensive security are good at ethical hacking

[@_.francescodm]

idk why but i want to get all the htb certification, they're so cool

[@UnixGuy]

they’re challenging too

[@ahmedsifaw247]

Another nice , great video. Please make a video about Incident Response Certs :)

[@UnixGuy]

this cert cover incident response, also my latest video cover that too

[@ZeNex74]

I start this today. Supposed to also try sec+ but I may push that back

[@UnixGuy]

smash this one and sec+ will be a lot easier for u

[@proactiveinvestorandlife316]

Thank you so much for introducing us to this certification, although how long could it possibly take for a beginner with very minimal experience in security to finish of this course from including if he or she has to do the prerequisite courses as well ? thanks again!!

[@UnixGuy]

Hey, no idea how long it’ll take you because everyone learn differently, but make sure you also do the pre-requisites because you’ll need that

[@prateek2655]

Hey Unixguy first of all congratulations for 100k🎉 your videos are so helpful And now my question is as a complete beginner should i first complete Google and microsoft cyber security course or go for HTB CDSA? Thankyou

[@UnixGuy]

if you’re starting from zero, you can benefit from doing the google cert first :)

[@prateek2655]

@@UnixGuy Thankyou so much for your guidance 💖

[@lowprofiled]

I am a beginner in ethical hacking/IT. I am kinda of familiar with wireshark. Using azure for rdp/vm's. I know some python working with the requests library. I heard people say go for comptia certs. Would HTB be more useful and efficient?

[@UnixGuy]

yes

[@RishabhSingh-v5u]

Hey unix guy congrats for ur great milestone. Brother I want suggestion from you , plz suggest me 2 cybersecurity guided project name and one aws cloud project for my resume .

[@UnixGuy]

there are a few suggestions here:) kzbin.info/www/bejne/sHepfpumeLF9n5I

[@petervernyuy7099]

Hello Unix Guy, your videos have been very helpful to me, i have been taking some certifications, but no working experience yet and have been following your advice to take projects and work on, i want to find out if you have any vouchers for this hack the box certification

[@UnixGuy]

unfortunately I don’t have any vouchers no, but I have a discount for coursera: kzbin.infooUvAUR6geEs?si=WlLezmsXBueWHRJe

[@Wetru3]

I personally find the HTB servers and curiculum quite good but despite having the pre-requisites, the major flaw was that there was so much information crammed out in one "page/section" of a module. Therefore when you get to the module exercise it suddenly seems a bit less user-friendly and practical because unlike a manual, here you don't know where to go. Nevertheless, I looked it up on forums and many people seemed to not have this problem, so I think it's really a matter of people's pace and stimuli.

[@UnixGuy]

Thanks for sharing your experience! I heard similar feedback as well! well done on finishing it and you can refer to this roadmap if you want a different approach or if you want to broaden your skills: kzbin.info/www/bejne/qKuTg39qjdqYY6Msi=D3V1to9rRLDkCWzm

[@Wetru3]

@@UnixGuy I didn't finish HTB CPTS, that's the point. currently doing the TryHackMe path.

[@JeffreyJohnny]

@UnixGuy Congrats for 100K subscribers. It's quite an acheievment. And great video as usual. What I wanna ask is, is this course path to be a SOC analyst, like to be Splunk expert?? Or do you think it`s good for anyone in cybersecurity field?? I mean is it for only SOC analyst specialization or for general practical experience in cybersecurity?? Is it better to take this course than to take the BTL course?? Thanks for your support!

[@UnixGuy]

this is good for both, it prepares you to analyse and responds to cyber attacks, both this and BTL are good

[@JeffreyJohnny]

@@UnixGuy Got it! I have already started the CDSA course, and I`m enjoying the experience so far. Thanks again!

[@cobraflunkie]

Another banger from UnixGuy.

[@UnixGuy]

🙏🏻

[@cobraflunkie]

@@UnixGuy would this be an alternative to BTL1?

[@UnixGuy]

yes

[@shirondev501]

Can you please do a detail video about other ta certifications as well. For bug bounty and pentester cert

[@UnixGuy]

👍

[@zenstar1]

Hey Unixguy i have passed ISC2 CC. Thank you for your guidance. I will complete google cyber security certification in a few days of time. I know that HTB CDSA and BTL1 both are practical certificates. Which one would you recommend doing first after completing Google cyber security certificate??? Also should i do security plus after Google certificate and then HTB or BTL1 or skip it ? Your suggestion is really needed.

[@UnixGuy]

Do this one first and see how you go, and make sure you do all the pre-requisites because you’ll need them!

[@DondreShephard]

Hey Unix Guy love your channel and content. I wanted to know is there a difference between HTB and Try Hack Me?? Try Hack me has a SOC 1 & 2 course path which 1 is better???

[@UnixGuy]

they’re both great resources, you can’t go wrong with either :) I would do both to be honest

[@DondreShephard]

@@UnixGuyThank you for the reply I really appreciate it. I got my Google Cyber Cert. Was thinking about the Blue Team but will do HTB and Try Hack Me instead since I already have accounts with them both. Thanks again for all you do helping us get into Cyber.

[@eddisonlewis8099]

Awesome 🎉

[@UnixGuy]

🙏🏻

[@Mohdhq77]

One last question how much will take to finish the CDSA with its prerequisites asking this because right now I am at university and may not be able to study many hours daily and I wanna know if I can finish it in one year and not be forced to subscribe for another year thank you and I really learned a lot about cyber from your videos really apprecite your help

[@UnixGuy]

i have no idea. no one knows how fast you learn. Start and it’ll all work out if you put in the effort…

[@mrahmedalhamed896]

Hi unix congratulation on reaching 100K on KZbin i have a really hard question i’m a guy that learn new stuff by watching video lectures I can never accept the idea of learning new skills by reading documentations 😂 for sure reading docs is important but to complete your knowledge or looking for a specific problem but not for studying whole courses. what are you suggest i like the idea of doing both like eLearnSecurity paths for certificates is there a way to learn penetration testing hack the box or try hack me in this way?

[@UnixGuy]

you may want to wait for my course, which im releasing in the next couple weeks , fully video based but it’s GRC 😎 alternatively, yes a mix of video woild be good but not all course have nice videos

[@mrahmedalhamed896]

@@UnixGuy In fact, I was hoping in myself that you would do it, this is very exciting news

[@UnixGuy]

@@mrahmedalhamed896 set to be released in the next two weeks! I’ll annouce it in my free weekly newsletter first: unixguy.com pretty excited about! lots of work went into it!

[@marcusdelrosario9879]

Congratulations on the 100k subscribers! You totally deserve it! One quick question, if you take the Blue team level 1, should you still take this HTB certificate or do a specialization certificate?

[@UnixGuy]

hey mate, I would personally do this one as well, because it give you a great chance to practice the concepts (it’s not a must but that’s what I would do)

[@marcusdelrosario9879]

@@UnixGuy okay! I’ll do that too then. Especially this HTB cert has modules regarding threat hunting and digital forensics which are my interests to specialize on. Thank you!

[@amulyayadamreddy6031]

Hi , I’m so grateful for your suggestions they are doing great to me I’m doing google cert currently and planning to do htbcdsa or btl1 what would you suggest . I’m a student so u would suggest the student plan or the silver plan that htb offering .

[@UnixGuy]

go with HTB CDSA :)

[@AtifKhan-ff4fe]

As an aspiring ethical hacker, should I go for this certification or just skip it and follow your road map video on becoming an ethical hacker??

[@UnixGuy]

you don’t need this, skip and follow the ethical hacker roadmap: kzbin.info/www/bejne/bnyamnSAbqeBopI

[@AtifKhan-ff4fe]

@@UnixGuy Thanks you so much dear sir!

[@AtifKhan-ff4fe]

@@UnixGuy you're awesome 👍

[@sz-fw8sn]

Hey Unix. This new certification sounds very interesting. For some one with minimal knowledge in Cyber Security (But with extensive experience in Software) How long do you think it should take to go through the pre requisites and learn for the certification ? Thanks and congrats for the 100k subs.

[@UnixGuy]

hey mate, no idea how fast you learn and how much you can dedicate to it! allow a few months…

[@ZeNex74]

I've also got ejpt2 paid for so maybe do that straight after cdsa and throw a splunk cert in there somewhere also

[@UnixGuy]

awesome certs!

[@erickcastro9450]

Is this something I should complete before I apply? Or should I apply during completion? All I have finished is Google's Cybersecurity certificate program.

[@UnixGuy]

always apply! during and after!

[@divonnea83]

Can you please do a video for new cybersecurity people one cybersecurity and the cloud. 2. How to keep up with cybersecurity training and certification once already in the field or starting. How are these skills and certification transferable in other countries? Where to find jobs in this field in other countries

[@UnixGuy]

I already have: kzbin.info/www/bejne/sHepfpumeLF9n5I

[@aaa-bg6tx]

I am contemplating either starting the google cyber security certification or starting the HTB certification. I wanted your input on what you think I should start with?

[@UnixGuy]

best is to today the google cyber cert then do this - HTB CDSA is significantly harder so it’s good to have done something prior to doing it

[@thebutcherofgame7656]

I love you very much and have watched your videos more than once. I want to ask you: Can I work in the field of ethical hacking remotely in European and American companies even though I am from the Middle East?

[@UnixGuy]

im answering this question in my next video whoch is Q and A :)

[@patriknordlund3892]

In your roadmap video to cyber analyst you recommend blue team level 1 sertification. Which one is better in your opinion?

[@UnixGuy]

they’re both great! go with HTB CDSA as it’s newer but they’re both fine

[@patriknordlund3892]

thank you for the insight!@@UnixGuy

[@RubenMuñozAragon-e9n]

Thanks. For a begginer that want to begin un Blue Team. Which is the BEST plataform to begin? Thanks.

[@UnixGuy]

this one is good

[@ruslang5545]

Hi! Im wondering if getting a student subscription would be enough for the soc path as getting the silver one?

[@UnixGuy]

the student subsecription is a silver subscription but with a discounted. To confirm, please contact hackthebox support team

[@mrslapp9614]

Do you think you can do a video on the htb cpts certificate and course or could you just answer if you think its worth it to go through the course and get the certificate? Im currently using it to get ready for OSCP and upgrade my hacking skills and knowledge

[@UnixGuy]

yes it is great but also watch this: kzbin.info/www/bejne/bnyamnSAbqeBopI

[@SushantSawant-c7t]

Hello Sir - I have just completed the Google Cybersecurity Certification. Should I Now Do the Blue Team Level 1 Certification or the HTB Certified Defensive Security Analyst (HTB CDSA - The Above One ) ? I am Confused Sir - Pls guide me ?

[@UnixGuy]

They’re both good. This one is more recent and have slightly more content

[@boofbod]

Hey man, what do you think of potentially doing this instead of blue team level 1 if I were following your Cyber Analyst roadmap?

[@UnixGuy]

both are equally good :)

[@oriongames2677]

From a complete beginner, would you suggest to take this after the google cert?

[@UnixGuy]

yes but you’ll need to do the pre-requisite track :)

[@oriongames2677]

@@UnixGuy Great, thank you I will

[@Krod1995]

can i subscribe to the monthly version of the silver membership for hackthebox to complete the whole academy module course for SOC Analyst instead of paying annually?

[@UnixGuy]

I’m not 100% certain, please check with hackthebox directly

[@leongranz7]

What can you say about Cortex XDR? How can you compare it to Splunk? My office will establish SOC and NOC and we will be using Cortex XDR and SOAR. It will my first training for SIEM

[@UnixGuy]

I haven’t used Cortex so no idea

[@leongranz7]

@@UnixGuy I hope you can make a content also for this SIEM. But thanks anyway I've learned so much about SOC and I just want to land a job as a SOC Analyst . Fortunately our office decided to establish a SOC team and for us an existing staff they've decided to give us training about SOC and SIEM.

[@UnixGuy]

Sounds like a great opportunity for you! I highly recommend you do this HTB CDSA cert, this way you can be prepared for the real environment and it will also accelerate your learning@@leongranz7

[@LarsAlexTV]

Hi UnixGuy, what do you think about the SecOps Group certifications, seems they are very practical, like Certified AppSec Pentester. Thank you!

[@UnixGuy]

never heard of them :)

[@stephenhawking-ko3jn]

please do a video on how we can get cyber analyst practical experience(blue team level 1 skills) through youtube and other udemy courses

[@UnixGuy]

I don’t recommend udemy for anything, you will need to proper certs with actual labs this is another option you can follow: kzbin.info/www/bejne/gnfPpHejbdxmbKMsi=UCAqWTM-eIrobDww

[@stephenhawking-ko3jn]

@@UnixGuy yeah i watched and its very helpful thanks for that and a small question are there any youtube channels who go deep into blue team skills

[@UnixGuy]

@@stephenhawking-ko3jn not really no

[@GMurph2336]

Unix, I have a question. Once I gain knowledge and certifications, how can I apply the knowledge to keep my skills sharp? I’m attempting a career change into cybersecurity and don’t want to just collect certs and knowledge that’s going to collect dust while I job hunt.

[@UnixGuy]

the courses that I recommend are filled with hands-on labs so you can constantly practice. Dont worry about forgetting things if you haven’t even started learning yet

[@jeremystill-nichols6367]

I currently have 2 more courses until I complete the whole Google Cybersecurity Certification. Would this be a good transition after? Or will going straight into the blue team level 1 certification be better?

[@UnixGuy]

This would be a great transition after the google cert, start with the pre-requisite and have fun!

[@jeremystill-nichols6367]

@@UnixGuy Thank you. I will definitely get started on creating an account.

[@faycal234]

congrats for 100k i just have question : iam currently doing btl1 level1 and i am almost finished do you recommand for me doing the pre-requisites before doing this cert and thank you

[@UnixGuy]

hey mate well done on BTL1, honestly it depends on how comfortable you are with the topics! I would personally do the pre-requisites and treat that as another opportunity to get more practice!

[@faycal234]

@@UnixGuy thank you sir for your help

[@NjereVictor-rk1qo]

Please, what's the difference between a cyber security analyst and a SOC analyst?