Top Cybersecurity job interview tips (2023 edition)

[@davidbombal]

Never make this mistake in the job interview process! Make sure you know how to negotiate for more money in 2023. Make sure you know to succeed in 2023 - ace the job interview, negotiate more money and change your life. Sort of time? Go to 18:48 (Never answer this question! ) Chloé Messdaghi shares her tips for job success in 2023. She also discuss the issues with Ethical Hacking and how you need to protect yourself. // MENU // 00:00 - Intro 00:31 - Chloé Messdaghi Introduction 00:37 - Advice on Where to Start 04:02 - Tribe of Hackers 04:56 - Blue Team vs Red Team 08:07 - Degrees or Certs or Both? 09:01 - Common Mistakes 11:45 - Alternative Training Paths 14:17 - How to Recognise a Good Company 17:11 - Salary vs Equity 18:48 - Salary Ranges and Negotiations 23:04 - Interview Tips 24:31 - Company Red Flags 26:25 - Hacking is Not a Crime 29:28 - 2017 Equifax Data Breach 30:07 - DJI Bug Bounty Case 33:47 - Hackers Don't wear Hoodies, They wear Capes 35:33 - Aaron Swartz Case 39:11 - Reagan Watches Wargames // CFAA 40:17 - What is the DMCA 41:16 - DMCA // Right to Repair Movement 43:23 - Are Hacker Rights Improving? 47:03 - Bug Bounty Programmes 47:27 - Closing Thoughts 49:33 - Outro // Books and courses // Tribe of Hackers: Cybersecurity Advice from the Best Hackers in the World: amzn.to/3EVnbVS Tribe of Hackers Blue Team: amzn.to/3Vt7BYy Tribe of Hackers Red Team: amzn.to/3OXhGdz Tribe of Hackers for Security Leaders: amzn.to/3B0xtmg Portswigger course: portswigger.net/web-security // Chloé Social // Twitter: twitter.com/ChloeMessdaghi LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/chloemessdaghi/ Linktr: linktr.ee/chloemessdaghi // David's Social // Discord: discord.gg/davidbombal Twitter: twitter.com/davidbombal Instagram: instagram.com/davidbombal LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/davidbombal Facebook: facebook.com/davidbombal.co TikTok: tiktok.com/@davidbombal KZbin Main Channel: kzbin.info KZbin Tech Channel: kzbin.info/door/ZTIRrENWr_rjVoA7BcUE_A KZbin Clips Channel: kzbin.info/door/bY5wGxQgIiAeMdNkW5wM6Q KZbin Shorts Channel: kzbin.info/door/EyCubIF0e8MYi1jkgVepKg Apple Podcast: davidbombal.wiki/applepodcast Spotify Podcast: open.spotify.com/show/3f6k6gERfuriI96efWWLQQ

[@Z0nd4]

Hello David, thank you very much for these videos. I am from LATAM and from a country with a lot of inflation. Companies from the US or from other countries hire here but pay much less than what is paid in the US, because they know that no matter how much they pay, it is a lot of money compared to the devalued local currency. In this case, how to deal with the subject of the intended salary? And another thing: In an interview, and already tired of other interviews that did not progress, when they asked me about the expected salary, I told them 30% less than what is paid in the US for my experience and current state of skills. I thought that for me it's still a lot of money, and that they couldn't refuse to hire me. But, how can I fix this in future interviews in the process with the same company, if it moves forward?

[@northwindx79]

she is overly joyful, can't understand why. i feel some deception in her. maybe it's just me.

Thanks for having me, David! I'm down to return anytime! 💐

[@davidbombal]

Thank you so much for sharing your amazing knowledge and wisdom with us Chloé!

[@Atomicdelta765]

Thanks!

[@shrikrishnaumbare]

Dont know why, but I am obsessed with the way david teaches us new thing, even the way he asks question to the guest and all of this give so much purified knowledge , amazing sir, huge respect for your work!

[@MNaeem5]

this is one of the best interviews I have seen,she gives what to do to prepare along with the descriptions,really really great format to present info in.Also no tangents or long background story banter.

[@MrDormant]

I just like learning. I consider this a hobby. I have disabilities and homeschool my kids so for me it’s me learning and teaching as I go. It helps affirm if I know something or not.

[@Jake-mv7st]

And just a heads up, as of 12/6/2022, Humble Bundle has 2 Hacking/Cybersecurity Book Bundles. One of them includes all 3 of the Tribe of Hackers books they mentioned in the video, along with a lot of other popular books. Definitely check that out.

[@Fernfred2]

Just picked this up! Thank you! 3 Days 15 Hours and 47 minutes left as of now.

[@effyjonz]

Would love to see her talk again! Thanks from a newbie!

[@encryptedjim]

There many different ways to learn! Starting with the basics is key. Certifications are a great way to get started but jumping into a SANS or OSCP course isn’t for the new person. I see younger folks who are trying to break into cyber from zero. You need something, certs are a continuum but at some point a degree helps break into a leadership role. But always not necessary! Skills, knowledge, abilities, and soft skills are all necessary!

[@davidbombal]

Great advice Jim.

[@kenstarthree-six5429]

What I learned from my journey so far and I think is a common understanding, is that attitude is everything. I believe one can polish his or her attitude through work experience; observe the people around you, identify why some people has a certain gravity about them while others do not. Over time you'll start to identify types of working attitude, keep filtering them down until you find something you can learn about yourself, then apply or discard accordingly. Young people should throw themselves out there more. I started my career at 19, and I have no regrets about how I spent my time in order to put myself in the current situation.

[@DxBang3D]

48:09 "have a life outside of work" is extremely important... when I started debugging code in my dreams, I knew I had gone too far!!

[@Briluvsu4ever]

I clicked on this because its a David Bombal video and got straight energy and great takeaways. David, thanks for making your channel about more than just configuring devices and learning tech. As a escalation resource at a major IT vendor-- I can say from experience that this conversation is ripe with good life and work skills whether you want to be in InfoSec or anywhere else. The best people I work with are the ones that are curious and fearless to ask up.

[@scottspa74]

What a lovely person. I'm just finishing up 2 degrees (cyberdefense and digital forensics, and network administration (based on Cisco 200-301), and am looking to enter the job market, and this was excellent.

[@s1ked_416]

She's awesome for representing us :) and David is even cooler for making this happen, ty both!

[@sam477251]

i loved it !!!! thank you David for bringing her on your channel. I have learned tons of knowledge!!!

[@gibsonrich2718]

I am a newly fresh student taking Cybersecurity course and sometimes it gets confusing trying to figure out my place in this field but honestly Thank you Mr. David for these interviews that you do with different people that we get different knowledge and revelation Thank you sir, it helps.

[@MangusL7]

This was a great interview. Her point about still adding in progress certs to your resume stuck with me. That way you can still show you are learning even if you don't have the cert to prove it.

[@Danny2346]

Thank you for this video. I wish I had known this before trying to switch to the cyber security field. One year ago I spent U$7k to get a certificate from a prestigious school, there was almost nothing technical in the course and I still haven't found an entry level job in cybersecurity. Now I am focusing in learning skills and widely recognized certifications in this field. I hope in 2023 I can get a job in the filed. Thanks

[@tonegreen7985]

What certificate did you get?

[@nobody7817]

I worked for a company once that lost a contract to a newer company. That newer company called me up and asked me how much I was making. I thought... "Can they legally ask that?" I didn't want to rock the boat too hard, so I answered it. He said, let me see if we can get you more. They came back with a 20% pay increase...I was elated. That was, by far, the best company that I ever worked for.

[@corail53]

When job hopping - you can eventually start answering that question - give a higher number - they will come back with a we can't do that but this - then you can find somewhere in the middle - your goal is to get around that 20% (or close enough to it) everytime you hop.

[@peakminute]

00:18:50 that's real golden nugget talking about salary on any interview

[@brianw5455]

This was brilliant! Thank you both so much. I am a new fan!

[@taraurbanovitch2686]

Amazing tips Chloe, thank you. Thank you David, your videos have been very helpful recharging my job search approach.

[@andreafranceschini2400]

Amazing interview, I don't see much about legal related troubles around.

[@janidud]

I'm a college student and learnt a lot from this video to do my interviews when I'm ready to apply for a job in the future. Thanks a lot for making a great video!

[@folarinoyenuga541]

This session is packed with lots and lots of insights. Thanks David!

[@knightnxk2906]

i loved this interview the most so far, great all rounder.

[@bigbojangles4585]

Wow, best tech channel on KZbin, this was a great interview.

[@AMCSec]

A very insightful and fantastic watch David and Chloé, great video!

[@ChristopheKumsta]

Thank you very much for this very insightful talk! The interview process description was excellent and the legal aspect of hacking a good reminder of our responsibilities and what needs to be improved for a better future. Thanks again.

[@davidbombal]

You're welcome!

[@theprocrastinator2232]

Would like to see more of these contents please, great coverage, great details, especially what one could use/need!! Thankyou so much!

[@Stevekitty2369]

my man David!!!! coming out with a video at the perfect time xD thanks for everything you do keeping me motivated, taking today off... hands aren't use to typing a lot lol

[@davidbombal]

Very happy to hear that you enjoyed the video Steve!

[@riversplitter]

For a long time I didn't want to get into security because I viewed it as learning how to do something illegal. Now I view it like learning how to be a surgeon. Sure cutting somebody open without permission is illegal but when it's done with concent it's life saving! Like doctors ethical hackers are heros of the digital age.

[@jeffyramalho]

I learned so much from this interview, thank you so much ❤

[@krzycho751]

Another great video that helps to connect the dots for a person new to the industry, like me. Thank you guys!

[@tommytsang6842]

Thanks so much, David and Chloe! For so much helpful advice and tips. It's stunning and enlightening.

[@bhargavsolanki8067]

Thanks David and Chloe, it was an amazing session for me and I think I learned a lot.

[@garyedwards3715]

Just had a hiring manager tell me that I need 4 years experience in Info Sec (or college degree) and two years IT management for an entry level SOC analyst position. After I repeated the requirements back to her for this entry level position, she started laughing then said, ‘unfortunately, yes, that is what you need’.

[@ch0wned]

Stay away from clowns. Just do it all yourself. Trust me.

[@joerockhead7246]

Timing is everything. I have an interview tomorrow. Thanks for posting.

[@RmDGardening]

Purple team. Interesting. Thanks for sharing that info. I am considering doing cybersecurity where I work. Reason being is my company is huge and they have in house cybersecurity department that they are investing in. They are actually struggling to get new recruits. But it’s good to know that I don’t have to finish my qualification before applying. Thanks for this video.

[@stevenmaile6547]

HOLY MOLY what an absolutely fantastic interview!! Everything that was talked about completely resonated with me and bolstered my excitement for cybersecurity and motivated me to go do more! Thank you David and Chloe for the fantastic dialogue! I can’t wait to see more videos with Chloe, she has a lot of great insight for someone like me who is breaking into the cybersecurity world. Keep it up!

[@corail53]

You got way too emotional about this.

[@DragosDragon-uq7ms]

Very useful information , thank you Chloe

[@BobBob-qm2bm]

Thanks D.B. for keeping it real and relevant.

[@obelix3034]

Thanks for the great advice

[@zacharyariasmusic]

Great interview y’all

[@davidbombal]

18:41

[@JB-ke9ov]

Fantastic video and interview, , thanks to both of you!

[@varadhanwork913]

Excellent conversation, enjoyed watching till the end. Thank you, David and Chloe.

[@tyrojames9937]

GREAT INFORMATION!🧠👔🎉

[@1mashechk]

thank you for this great video, David. Thank you, Chloé for all the amazing tips. It's very encouraging, especially for women!

[@Lazarus_zer0_day]

What a great interview! I enjoyed it so much that I had to rewatch it and take notes on all of the great advices given in the video! Thank you so much, David and Chloe, for this fantastic content!

[@vardhangoud8851]

Great informative video David sir

[@davidbombal]

You're welcome Vardhan!

[@GriffinFTW]

This is my favorite interview by far! You guys cover a lot of topics. I love it!

[@Malware_Kombat_2]

Love your channel! I am currently working on a Cybersecurity Specialist diploma.

[@guitarboogieboogie]

What a brilliant interview.👄💪

[@protacticus630]

Wow so many good info, many thanks

[@davidbombal]

You're welcome!

[@AmA-mu4si]

Once again, very useful content, thank you!!!

[@DRKSPAD3]

I love this episode.

[@davidbombal]

Very happy to hear that Bryce!

[@CalpeperMinutemen]

This was the most non-technical video I've seen on your channel, and yet probably the most important - BY FAR - on multiple levels! Thank you.

[@nilslandkocz2011]

David, another insane interview! Thanks for your work!!

[@Jupiterxice]

That salary part was on the money wait till they tell you. Or ask what you are offering for that position. Treat yourself as a business.

[@joelogbechie2049]

Thanks David for another great Video

[@joelogbechie2049]

@Davidbombal3 I'm all ears

[@piros100]

This is amazing advice. thank you so much, Chloe and David.

[@rodneyaltamera4057]

HI David, I really like this topic. It is very interesting for me since there are some tips here regarding Job interviews that I have used and it is very effective. I also learned a lot. Love your youtube channel.

[@MyDancingirl]

Wonderful interview!

[@t1nkuhtv863]

I love this! She has opened up my eyes and made everything seem so much more accessible, thank you for bring them on to have a talk with

[@akali83]

I thought she was a great guest! Learned so much from her.

[@technocrats2360]

1:50 can you provides links to that certs chart?

[@scorpio_1312]

Watching this video while watching France vs Poland 😅 Also I loved the Office reference

[@davidbombal]

Thanks!

[@spiritedaway99]

that was insightful, thank you both💛

[@hb3643]

Great content 👍

[@yuk4z3]

Thank you David & Chloe. These are very valuable advices that will help me in my job hunt!

[@weniweedeewiki.6237]

Brilliant.

[@AliefHamdani]

Thank you David for another splendid video. I learnt a lot! - A

[@Mr.Crrtss]

Thank you, really insightful..you always get right down to it with such encouraging guest!!!

[@davidbombal]

Thank you Curtis. We all win by helping each other :)

[@davidb_thetruth]

Great and amazing talk David and Chloe!

[@thearmeddiyer9343]

I know people say you don't need a degree to get some of these types of jobs and I am not necessarily only speaking to infosec or IT jobs when I say this but there are a lot of companies that want a 4 year degree as a basic qualification. As in, your application is thrown out before even being given an opportunity to interview. So yes you can get these jobs, but without a degree, the opportunities are not as vast as the amount of job openings present for those without it. I am currently going back to school at 36 years old to get a bachelor's in general studies with a software development focus just to have a degree that I don't necessarily need.

[@kareer4genz]

Cybersecurity job is best for experienced IT Professionals but not to fresh graduates .It's my opinion and difference of opinion accepted . edit:Infosec is in my opinion one of the best to learn scrap to expert learning .

[@tgmaxfull]

Amazing! Love this !

[@emilianosaenz2600]

Awesome video, thanks David!

[@emeriktaylor5808]

Amazing! I’m 21 and this is incredibly helpful, thank you!

[@Theabstractblu]

When you already have the book, we are on the right path

[@bronsonbaker7670]

Some of the best advice here hands down. Thank you so much 💯💯💯💯

[@magicsmoke6000]

Great interview with lots of examples and good advice! I hope you can get her back to your channel.

[@Chrisadynowski]

For me it would be very interesting topic about those millionaire pen testers/hackers How they achieve it , maybe something about they road , some tips ect :)

[@brianturney2124]

Liked Subscribed (long ago:) and shared this on my linkedin. I dig these videos. Great work!

[@ihacktechtips4639]

@david great video thanks

[@tauseedzaman]

I don't have any cert while i learned from KZbin and docs does that mean I can't apply for a job?

[@the_computer_scientist]

Very informative video David. I am currently looking for a remote internship in cybersecurity - blue team. I am transtioning from software engineering to cyber security (I have skills in wireshark, log analysis, malware analysis, python, and currently enrolled for MSc. Information Security and Digital Forensics)

[@CS-Mbradford]

David, you're a Godsend! Thanks for putting this video together and bringing Chloe's advice and experience! Appreciate you and your content!

[@corail53]

Shares and stock options can blow up in your face on startups and you end up with nothing. I have seen companies go belly up before vesting periods end and the lawsuits that happen.

[@cryptotonic567]

Very informative video as always!

[@taiquangong9912]

Can passion be drained from taking the hits?

[@series-star6466]

How to perform breach,sweet32, lucky13 attack ?

[@arghyl]

Great guest! I think I'm going to have to reconsider how I do my cover letters. I definitely appreciated the insight on how you present yourself to the world. A well pressed shirt will make you stand out. In my early years in IT I was the only guy in the service desk wearing a suit. This was the catalyst to becoming the main point of contact for the C level suite and upper management, this helped me stand within earshot of some really big decisions the company was faced with, I learned how these were made and why.

[@corail53]

I spent time around C suite and figured out quick that everything is a charade and everyone is winging it.

[@handy-capoutdoors4063]

If I wanted to get a job as an Orange team. What steps would you suggest, and what jobs should I seek?

[@dannyboycalifornia]

You should interview louis Rossmann for the right for repair portion! He talks about it a lot.

[@SirPeterlll]

Would love to see an interview with Louis Rossman.

[@revolutionaryforall]

Where was this video two months ago. I was asked about salary while back and made the mistake of saying a number.

[@davidbombal]

Sorry to hear that :( Lesson learned for next time :)

[@gdox2784]

19:35 I know this is good way but the thing is India where I live recruiters ask in a first way if we don’t tell them they will offer the lower number which was provided in market

[@amitha4614]

suss, been there

[@elmehdiezziar]

Thanks for the information. Good luck ❤️

[@davidbombal]

You're welcome. All the best for your job!

[@wildpetsworld6360]

Hi David, I'm using alfa adapter w113. When I put it in laptop it is showing that the adapter is connected but I'm unable to find any wireless network