Why most beginners fail at Cyber Security

I talk about a common mistake that many beginners make. This is how you avoid it!

[@gadgetdoc]

If you don't do good with the job that you currently have, nobody will trust you when other opportunities open up in the organization. Ask questions, take notes, learn the organization's business and politics, focus study around mastering the job you have in cyber, complete assigned projects and duties, ask more questions and let someone know when you are stuck, show up consistently on time, don't lie, admit when you make a mistake, be precise with your use of language, proofread and grammar check your work, volunteer for tasks, help others, and generally be dependable. That will put you ahead of 90% of people, including those already in cyber.

[@UnixGuy]

agree mate, thanks for the valuable input

[@OZ_2lit]

To start off, thank you UnixGuy for this type of content, informative and transparent; i can hear the years of experience in what you say, and will work hard to one day also be as wise in the ways of tech. And @Matt R. thanks for adding this bit; it makes me reposition myself as I think I've been so obsessed with working on things to develop into a different role that I'm not taking the present for what it is. To elaborate, Over the last 6mo as a helpdesk analyst ive kind of downplayed my role thinking about all of the great and exciting things in cloud im working towards in the future that i lost the fire i once had at the beginning. I got to a point in which i didn't have to worry about desk sheets and reviewing them before logging into ServiceNow, pulling up AD and PowerShell for the day. Up until recently i started to feel the distance with my fellow colleagues and team lead. It bothered me since those are the ppl I trained with spent countless hours working together to reach a common goal. I decided to consult with my uncle & mentor(who happens to be a heavy-hitter in C.S.) and to summarize: there's nothing wrong with having a passion for tech, but just like @Matt R. mentioned, calculate your words well, cause to you it could be a serious question but to others who probably don't have the same resources or knowledge, it could seem like you're trying to show off. Soft skills are super important! Not that i was trying to show off but i was so excited everyday about tech that i had forgotten to listen more and speak less. I started to make changes right away and things are back on track. I know all too well from podcasts, videos, and books that you do not ever want to be the guy in the office that thinks they're God's gift to I.T., cause the more you try to fill those shoes, the more everyone starts to see you like an idiot. Be a team player, If a colleague mentions a certain app function or work flow; ask them if they can tell you more about that. They'll be more willing to listen to you on anything you want to help with.

[@UnixGuy]

@@OZ_2lit you have an excellent mindset my friend! I personally know people who became helpdesk supervisors then helpdesk managers and now they manage million dollars IT department. Everything is important

[@sethkang4410]

kissing ass already put you way ahead 80% of people

[@keokio7]

honestly, just doing your job will put you ahead of 90% of people. Most people will do the least amount of work needed to not get fired. Its pathetic.

[@ItsNearMellowL]

I love your transparency and candor. Sometimes it's not always easy to admit that we were once that person😅 but you learned, improved and seek to help others. I think your motto for this channel; of being the mentor you never had to help others on their journey is commendable. I wish you nothing but success UnixGuy! You're doing amazing works 😭🙏🏾

[@UnixGuy]

thank you Shaana! so glad you’re here and found the advice helpful 🫡

[@francisfrancis1153]

Man, you hit the hammer on the nail. This is my current situation. Thanks for sharing the wisdom.

[@UnixGuy]

Glad you found it then. I went through that myself, I know how you feel

[@caravb5906]

As a cyber security consultant I can see that there are many paths into cyber security. I got there via a help desk where I wrote reports, did problem management, risk management, change management and incident management. I took the exams alongside work. My degree area is not computing, it is economics but with all degrees it had statistics, some chain theory and links to corporate management and business strategy. I taught the subjects years ago as well and realised that the degree will not get people the job

[@UnixGuy]

that’s true, thanks for sharing your thoughts

[@why3579]

Which degree won't land you a job? Because I'm currently with supply chain diploma, and wanted to change line to cyberscurity... With zero experience but willing to learn.. So I don't know whether to give supply chain bachelor a miss and jump ship to cyberscurity... I'm worried I will screw up when I change line😢

[@caravb5906]

@@why3579 Go on line and google jobs hashtag cyber security and look at what the employer is looking for. Their job adverts will list the qualifications and skills that they want an applicant to have

[@georgesmith9178]

That was a great video. I made the same mistakes when one of my previous employers asked me to volunteer for a certification with a partner (AWS). This took 3 months and involved review panels from both my company and AWS with practical hands-on exercises, culminating into a demo prototype. You can imagine how much effort this takes. In the meantime, I could not focus on my real duties. and my performance suffered. I recovered after that, but other architects who "volunteered" NOT to do the certification reaped all the financial rewards for their results and the followup promotions.

[@UnixGuy]

wow yeah that’s a prime example!! even though they asked you to do it, it still impacted you

[@Phyclone]

100% correct, some transparency, my current job, I was hired on to perform ADAS calibrations on vehicles and at the same time I started school. I told them what I was going to go to school for and they hired me along with my background in the mechanic field and having a machinist degree. After about a year, I asked for more responsibilities and I did and got paid more and still performing better and my supervisor also happens to be a CIO, lets me gain the IT experience as much as he can and going back to one of your older videos, pertaining to you looking at servers and whatnot, I am doing some help desk stuff along with what I was originally hired to do. Not so much cyber sec but it is still great stuff to learn and grasp stuff that will help me and my company down the road and even my CIO throws ideas out for me that he wants to implement for the company and I happen to have a bunch of PC's in my home network and I can create labs on the spot or spin up VMs to test and perform the ideas he requested. I really love it and I seen the growth in this company so I'm staying. Another great video UnixGuy!

[@UnixGuy]

well done mate! You are definitely on the right and you have great attitude which will take you very far Really excited to see where your journey will take you

[@rebmetpes36]

i work as a cybersecurity consultant. You described my problem perfectly. Opportunities within the job come once. So use them. You can always learn after work

[@UnixGuy]

I work in consulting as well, great place to be!

[@saszle8409]

Hey UnixGuy! KZbin recommended me your channel a few hours ago and I have been binge watching your videos since. I'm currently in uni majoring in Networking & Cybersecurity. I SINCERELY appreciate your insightful videos man!

[@UnixGuy]

so glad to hear that the videos are reasonating with you and hopefully helping you 👏🏻

[@v380riMz]

I’ve just started as a consultant in cyber sec for a big 4 company, let me tell you that, yes, knowledge and certs certainly gets you to places. However, I think social skills and networking can get you even further. I love tech and absolutely hate making powerpoints etc, but at the end of the day the way you speak, present, and seek out people for either help or feedback is incredibly valuable. No matter what job you’re in.

[@UnixGuy]

I agree and congrats on landing a great job!

[@hobgoblin4614]

Are you functional or hands on technical at your big 4 job? I have many years of big 4 experience in exception management, IT Audit, building Power Points and reporting. I am so sick of the functional work. That is what I do. I have found it very difficult to migrate from functional to technical. Recently got laid off and was not even sad about it (although the $ was nice). I found it practically impossible to migrate from functional to hands on technical work in big 4. My advise, for people who are thinking about going to big 4, don't join if they ware offering you a functional position but want to do hands on technical work. That line they sell you that you can transfer to any other team/function in big 4 is a complete lie. Unless you have deep management connections, political capital, and/or are a hot chick they just expect you to sit and rot in your current position. Whatever you do don't do IT Audit. That shit is the worse!

[@HayleyHolland-ft2ww]

Hey! I usually don't comment on videos much but I found your channel for the first time today and it has genuinely been a lifesaver! I am in my first year of college trying to get a cybersecurity degree and I've been struggling to find someone who gives genuine, authentic, and reliable advice online, I think I finally found that person in you! I've been making notes after each of the videos I have watched so far. Anyways, thank you for making this channel and sharing your wisdom with people! I hope your account blows up in the near future, it's criminal more people haven't subscribed.

[@UnixGuy]

Thank you SOOO much Hayley, this makes me so happy that the videos are helping you, this is why I post them hoping they can make a difference in someones life Keep up the good work and please keep me posted with your career progress 👏🏻👏🏻

[@rjbrake]

You should've stuck to your not commenting on videos

[@bhaskararya5901]

This video come at right time. I also trying to get into pen testing by focusing more on that. Thanks for the video. It really clear my mind.

[@UnixGuy]

glad I’m able to help 🙏🏻

[@LizzyWrites]

This was great! I was studying IT before but I quit because it felt like I was learning a lot of unnecessary stuff, it was like 80% mathematics. I’m now studying Cyber Security Management and it has been great so far.

[@UnixGuy]

thats awesome!! universities are so behind, we really dont need any math in IT or cyber

[@dieglhix]

@@UnixGuy I have decade+ of exp and loads of ISC2 and ISACA certs, but in my country having a degree is mandatory in 80% of jobs, lol... I don't have a degree.

[@UnixGuy]

@@dieglhix more compnies now are accepting candidates with no degrees specially with experience. Try and find the cheapest online degree to get it done :)

[@dieglhix]

@@UnixGuy I live abroad, those online degrees are only for people with US citizenship I've done the research. I'm waiting for a local college to offer an online asynchronous degree.

[@UnixGuy]

@@dieglhix no that’s false, most degrees are open to everyone. Try university of London, they have an excellent program open to everyone

[@ViralVideos69698]

Thanks for the info! I think I found this vid during the best time as I finished school last year and is looking to do courses, degrees, get certificates etc. Glad I found out not to chase after the certifications by this vid!

[@UnixGuy]

glad you found it mate! I talked a bit more about being distracted by the next shiny thing in this more recent video that’s about money: kzbin.info/www/bejne/nYLYp2ijr8hgo6M

[@ViralVideos69698]

@@UnixGuy Thanks!

[@georgewilson7706]

This is great advice, and I wish I would have heard it sooner. Thanks for your efforts!

[@UnixGuy]

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[@exelsaycon2379]

True

[@user-st4mf2yj6j]

Never commented on a video before, but had to on this one. Great video! Thank you for uploading this.

[@UnixGuy]

🫡

[@theunconventionalenglishman]

Great advice: as a cybersecurity novice this gave me excellent food for thought. Thanks!

[@UnixGuy]

Glad it was helpful :)

[@Nothing-pb5ml]

I do not have a degree, but I have a few years of IT experince. With this said, I am studying for the standard certs for Cyber Security, but im 100% not obsessed with them. I want to be a cybersecurity analyst so bad. So Im just learning the basics and once I get the certs I hope I get that job or first. But what Ive learned is to not obsessing over something you dont have yet.

[@UnixGuy]

good luck 🫡 this cert is a good start: kzbin.info/www/bejne/bH2shpuubpqAebc

[@callmebigpapa]

I work for MSSP with high turnover and he is 100% correct just staying around a little longer that everyone else is a big opportunity to move up. UnixGuy right about the grass being greener!

[@UnixGuy]

💯

[@Litehamer]

Hi Unixguy . I’ve just stumbled across your videos and have consumed everything I can find. Thank you for efforts. I’m almost 20 years into law enforcement, but I have a passion for tech , digital forensics and cybersecurity security. I’m currently considering a career move but, seems I’ll take a pay drop to get my foot in the door. I suppose that’s fair as 20 years, lots of experience and a supervisor position can’t be expected on day one . I think I can make it work and my partner is on board but the “grass isn’t always greener “ adage is giving me pause for thought. A digital forensics company has offered me a job , acquiring and analysing data from mobile devices with a view to move on to computers and communication cell site analysis. I plan on taking the Google cybersecurity certification, Blue team 1 , certification and some of the others you recommended. Hope is not my idea of a strategy but I believe I can work hard and success is possible . Your videos have helped me set a path for myself .

[@UnixGuy]

hey mate, law enforcement experience is extremely valuable and its fantastic that you got offered a job because getting your first job is the hardest step! You can also try and transfer to the tech department at your current job if you can

[@Litehamer]

@@UnixGuy I run a semi tech department with 10 staff currently. Sadly my agency doesn’t allow offices to get to far into the technical side. Much of my job is leveraging digital opportunities to progress criminal investigations.

[@UnixGuy]

@@Litehamer that’s an interesting area of work, I would try and reach to other law enforcement departments and talk to them, they always prefer to hire ex-law enforcement officers :) but you already got a job offer so you’re sorted! you’ll do really well dont worry about money, in 18-24 months you’ll make a lot more than what you currently make

[@marcosluna7792]

Excellent advice! Thank you!

[@UnixGuy]

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[@bev8200]

thank you so much for your input because its giving me direction

[@UnixGuy]

you’re welcome mate, my pleasure 🙏🏻

[@professortokyo2516]

very true! thanks for sharing an honest reality in a very polite way!

[@UnixGuy]

thank you 🙏🏻

[@daviddylag6854]

Thank you. That is a true life advice.

[@UnixGuy]

Glad it was helpful 🫡

[@SouthernCyberCivilian]

Grateful to have come across your platform.

[@UnixGuy]

grateful that you are here 🙏🏻

[@BobBob-qm2bm]

👏Thank you for sharing these industry insights.

[@UnixGuy]

no worries at all Bob, glad you found it helpful

[@tanyaj.8482]

Thank you. I needed to hear this.

[@UnixGuy]

You are so welcome

[@tbrown7252]

this is great advice. I am currently doing the opposite. so thanks for the heads up.

[@UnixGuy]

Glad it was helpful!

[@cayladelorenzo4047]

I’m brand new to learning anything in this field and looking to switch from what I do now and I like the ideas you present here. Thank you for sharing!

[@UnixGuy]

Enjoy your journey Cayla!

[@faheemabid9646]

your transpernacy is great

[@chuuze3796]

Great way to see things differently thanks. 👍🏻

[@UnixGuy]

🫡

[@oldtiger8181]

This is a great video and topic. People like security certifications an the increase of money rather than what a information services help desk role makes in salary )many out there skip CompTIA A+ for this reason)... But the reality is that people truly miss out on basic core troubleshooting. It's great if you have a a job in cyber security... but if you do not have any basic troubleshooting or even basic understanding of computers, networks, operating systems, cloud platforms, operating systems and mobile devices it's going be difficult to protect those assets. I've worked in information services for 40+ years, and I've seen this issue time and time again.

[@UnixGuy]

thanks for sharing your views

[@jacksonsymeoy1538]

Hey man!!! I love your videos currently working in warehousing and hate it been doing it for 7 years and feel like I’m at a dead end have been watching your videos for about 6 months and really considering getting into cyber security, just wondering where should I start what would be the first course or thing to do!

[@UnixGuy]

Hey mate, Im glad you’re enjoying the videos! I think the best way is to try and get your foot in the door doing anything IT related. I’m not sure if you’ve seen this video, but it essentially explains the process to you: kzbin.info/www/bejne/fYHQh6OehNaGfbs there is no easy way, you’ll essentially need to build up your 4 building blocks :)!

[@j.vosier6786]

I worked in a warehouse for a couple years while going to school for IT and cybersecurity, quit the warehouse once i graduated, best decision i made!!

[@UnixGuy]

@@j.vosier6786 well done 👏🏻👏🏻

[@j.vosier6786]

@@UnixGuy 🙏🏽

[@why3579]

Bruh!!! I feel you!!!! I'm in the logistics line.... Decades!!!!! Thinking whether to continue supply chain degree or jump ship to cyberscurity..... Or both.... 😢

[@annai157]

This is great career advice for almost any profession : )

[@UnixGuy]

thanks Anna :)

[@christophersantiago6011]

Great advice, and very true.

[@UnixGuy]

thanks Christopher

[@Tomas_F.]

Very valuable, thank you!

[@UnixGuy]

Glad it was helpful!

[@sirainsworth2360]

This channel is unbelievably helpful! Thanks

[@UnixGuy]

Thanks for your kind words, so glad the videos are helpful 🙏🏻

[@Getfitbyrick]

Sir, i watch all your videos, and it really helps me a lot.🤗

[@UnixGuy]

so glad it’s helping :) wishing you the best

[@erikg3941]

Great video! Thank you for your advice :)

[@UnixGuy]

you are so welcome Erik :)

[@summary7428]

I am starting a career in machine learning and your tips helped me a lot

[@UnixGuy]

congrats 🎉🎉🎉

[@erickvergara9284]

I love love love all your videos! You are an Angel!

[@UnixGuy]

🫡

[@srivaishnaviy7979]

I'm in undergrad CS sophomore and I'm conflicted between App security and cloud security. Both are such interesting fields! How do I choose one? Or do I do both?

[@UnixGuy]

As a studeng learn both, and when you work no hard in doing both,if u know ut stuff ii will e fine .)

[@SouthernCyberCivilian]

You are so correct.. i am starting a new job in a manual labor position however..they have many many other positions and possibilities within the company.. i am starting my cybersecurity journey around the same time as my new position.. and I will work hard.. do my job well ...balance it with mybonline courses....not obsess and hopefully when the time is right apply to a IT cybersecurity position within the same company. I am sure day one for me is everything 😅

[@UnixGuy]

you have a great mindset, all the best 👏🏻

[@bunyaminburak]

You're wonderful thank you!

[@UnixGuy]

thank you 🙏🏻

[@isaacmartin8210]

Great advice!

[@UnixGuy]

thank you 🙏🏻

[@ericfiumano4694]

True thing is "it depends". I am too a person who tend to study a lot during my job and, yes, it's a pity cause I get I'm not 100% focused. My range is more like 50-95%, with spikes when I'm required to work on urgent stuff. I'm seen as a person who "is there" when needed but I cannot be the one who, when there's some free time, stick there not doing anything or just re-check anything in the company...my minds fly and I want to study. Analyzing myself in total transparency, though, I can tell that this is due to the fact that I don't like that much what I do and I'd love to have a switch....The issue being is that I'm not ready to switch and I would hardly gain the same amount of money. I'm a non-tech business analyst and my struggle is due to the fact that I wanna learn tech stuff (and I do) but then I hardly find opportunities to use them, ending with sensation that I cannot do anything practical. What I do could be done by a 16 yearold teen if he applies himself...I just have to use my mind, study the platform and getting to understand what can, what cannot do, how there may be some blank spots, having to do with customer and custom-projects....something which is thought as more valuable but less satisfying overall

[@UnixGuy]

why not study something you’re actually passionate about and switch? is it fear that the initial job u get pays less money? imagine how much money u can down the track when you apply yourself!

[@tahaqureshi1184]

Thanks for posting this @Unixguy !!

[@UnixGuy]

my pleasure Taha :)

[@malicktchakpedeou9989]

Great insight !!!

[@UnixGuy]

🙏🏻

[@kisharnramadas8727]

Hey UnixGuy, this is a good video, I believe beginners who are interested in pentesting do not have that knowledge to be pentester, so they start their career as soc analyst, more in the blue team side and on their free time, they study pentesting. How do you recommend to allocate time and study guide for this people. Like where should they start, how and I believe OSCP is the recognized certificate in pentesting, guides on how to study for OSCP while working full time in blue team

[@UnixGuy]

they dont need to spend time being a soc analyst although it wont hurt they can start studying for pentesting right away, here’s a plan I laid out: Become a Penetration Tester without experience kzbin.info/www/bejne/hYObeJKMnpp1Z7c

[@shivaantomar7108]

Hi UnixGuy ! I am in the Third Party Risk Management but hail from a legal background (LLB) After an year in the Job I have come to the conclusion that my job is just a connecting bridge between the vendors and IT + Compliance Risk Teams Now I have the opportunity to learn Cybersecurity under a startup but I feel that my educational background may cause challenge for me to learn the skills to make it in CS. Would appreciate your insight on my situation as I am bit hesitant to make this transition but also knowing that I have to upscale myself in this industry of Risk Management be it in Cybersecurity or any other domain.

[@UnixGuy]

hey mate, your legal background and third part risk management risk experience are very valuable, don’t underestimate them! If you want to build more, you can always learn more, follow the plan I talk about here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/q5jCo6ifqKmIjsU learning in a startup will be a great opportunity for you

[@Jesse_Johnson]

Hey there! Mid 2023 here. I love your videos. Little IT experience. BA In criminal Justice. Former cop. Touring guitar player. Waiter. College student. You name it. Recently due to an unexpected lay off, I’ve fallen in love with all things cyber defense related. I’m 41. Wicked fast learner and I love solving problems. Give me the hard truth, is it too late to get into the profession? I’m not looking to be filthy rich. Just support my family and a little extra. and have a long career. 🍻

[@UnixGuy]

Hey mate, what an impressive background! Your background is PERFECT for cyber security, ex-law enforcement tend to do really well in cyber and your age is not a problem, on the contrary, it’s an asset. We need mature people with life experience. You do need to buckle up and start studying HARD. This video should get you starting quickly: kzbin.info/www/bejne/oKWvl4trlLGobpY

[@UnixGuy]

In case I didn’t mention, you 100% don’t need another degree, certs are enough.

[@Jesse_Johnson]

Thank you!! I absolutely love your channel! Thank you for the honest response. I am studying HARD. 6-8 hrs a day. m-f. Currently unemployed stay at home dad so I am treating studying just like a job or formal schooling. I am also lookng to get an "internship" at our local network provider. Anythong to get working exp. while I upskill. Again, thank you, cheers and I am excited for this next chapter in life.

[@UnixGuy]

@@Jesse_Johnson You will do really well trust me, with your attitude, maturity, and approach to studying, you are the kind of person to do REALLY well! Don’t lose motivation, getting the first job is the hardest step but once you get it, trust me things get a lot easier. Don’t shy away from messaging peope on linkedin, specially ex-law enforecement. Really excited to hear about your progress 👏🏻

[@Jesse_Johnson]

@@UnixGuy already registered for my first ISC2 Cert for April 7th! Thank you for writing back, it was a huge boost of motivation. I’ll definitely keep you posted. Cheers, mate!

[@Mita7401]

Hey UG- when you take a position, especially as a rookie, did you find that training processes for new people was done well? What does training look like? Is it a few weeks in training life in a classroom or is it sitting next to someone learning? I want cloud, but just wondered how training was carried out in tech companies.

[@UnixGuy]

Its mostly non existent, some companies will pay some 5 days courses, others will pay for your exam fees if you pass the exam It depends on the company, you might work with someone more senior. Either way, if you want a career in cyber or cloud you will need to embrace self-study and self-learning, this way you take ownership of your progress and career trajectory

[@Mita7401]

@@UnixGuy I feel like I just got punched in the stomach. So you’re saying, get whatever cert you want, do whatever training you want and then hope for the best?? How can that be expected coming in to a new job? So for instance, if you did aws courses, you’d be expected to hit the ground running at your new cloud position? There’s no training on what you’re specifically required to do? Seems a little harsh :(

[@UnixGuy]

@@Mita7401 Hey Damita, I didn’t mean for it to come across like that at all! The reality of jobs is that no two jobs are the same, so there are a lot of variables! Things are more flexible and really depends on the team! I meant to say is that you are the master of your own destiny. Think of it like a quest for mastery. For example, imagine you’re learning the violin, but your school only gives u one hour of violin practice per day, what you would is go home and practice for another hour if you want to get good faster. If you want to become a world class violinst however, you will practice maybe 5 more hours and seek private tutoring, the choice is yours in this instance! Having options is good, lets say you studied for AWS but your job has both AWS and Azure, thats great because you’ll get to learn both and be more well rounded and trust me after two years of work you will realise they’re both very similar. Don’t be afraid Damita, just make a start and trust that you are smart enough to adapt and figure things out as you go - we all do. And don’t forget to enjoy the ride :)

[@Mita7401]

@@UnixGuy Wait lol. I wasn’t offended at all btw. Maybe I didn’t explain that right. Ok let’s say I did Sec+ and some AWS courses. Then I apply for jobs. Let’s say someone hires me at XYZ Cloud company. Is there a training that happens at that company to get me familiar with the job they want me to do? So for instance - McDonald’s and Wendy’s both make burgers. But if I get hired at Wendy’s, they’re are gonna show me how to perform making a burger. There’s a training period where they get me up to speed on their expectations for me performing the job. Do tech companies train you in the job they hire you to do I guess is my question. No offense taken UG :)

[@UnixGuy]

@@Mita7401 No worries at all. Like said, it depends on the company, and because this is a knowledge based field, there is no ‘set process’ or ‘step by step’ guides, there might be for some things, but there will be a lot of Googling and learning until things get easier/ So short answer: every company is different, some have training some don’t, either way it wont change things for u as a candidate you’ll still need to learn :)

[@hishamadnan689]

Do you think that doing CTF is a good start to cybersecurity and find out my interests? Great video btw ❤

[@UnixGuy]

yes CTFs are good for fun and to learn something. watch this for more insights: kzbin.info/www/bejne/fmiYaqSmrLJ2btU

[@PurpleTeamer]

This channel is freaking underrated.

[@UnixGuy]

thanks mate, I appreciate your kind words and support :)

[@francisfrancis1153]

Your are right.

[@simonio0p]

Hello unixguy, I am 28 years old, in Cameroon, Africa. I was in medical school and was supposed to do 7 years there. But I quit in 4th year, because it was not my passion I didn't love it. I have always loved IT, so went in for a bachelor in cyber security at American ICT university this year. I am 28 years old that's a lot imo (not so young), please what advices or guides can you have for me in my situation. Thanks

[@UnixGuy]

Hi Simon, First congrats on choosing something you love, this is a big step. To be honest, 28 is VERY young, you don’t have anything to worry about! My advice is focus on your course and do your best you can, good things will happen as a result

[@alessandromartini9498]

Thanks a lot for your help. I have a question about it. I work for a ICT company as an Help Desk. I’ve a diploma in IT and Telecommunications. This year I start my bachelor in Italy, where i live, in Law and Tech in Padova university. When I’ll finish my bachelor I’m going to attend the master in Cybersecurity in the same university. In Italy we don’t have at the moment a bachelor in Cybersecurity so I had to sign up in Law and Tech. I wonder if Law and Tech will help me to join this sector. Thank’s for you time.

[@UnixGuy]

hey Alessandro, a bachelor in IT and Law is definitely an excellent start. You can do certifications in cyber security while you’re doing your bachelors degree. This video explain things: kzbin.info/www/bejne/fYHQh6OehNaGfbs

[@theman2745]

thank you for your wisdom sir1

[@UnixGuy]

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[@tjaspire]

I interviewed for an entry-level networking job, and they overemphasized certifications, but I think that they were just trying to eliminate me. I told them upfront that I was not certified in the first interview and they said it was fine because they would train me, and pushed me through to the next round. When I got to the second interview, all of a sudden, my lack of certifications became a problem, and that was the end of that.

[@UnixGuy]

This sucks, but what can we do, gotta keep trying my friend. hopefully you get a job somewhere better!

[@redamabrouki8357]

What are the most important research and training exercises to start in the field of SOC L2-SOC L3? ❤️

[@UnixGuy]

it’s all explained here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/fqDLeoyZg8mSjK8

[@shrinidhiym6499]

❤super , very true.Guru 🙏

[@UnixGuy]

🙏🏻

[@infy2stronk]

This is awesome!

[@UnixGuy]

🙏🏻

[@keokio7]

this is just great life advice overall, i agree 100%

[@UnixGuy]

🫡

[@randomarioful]

I did that "above-and-beyond" thing. Several years later, I was still stuck with the same pay but more work load outside of my main scope. When I asked for a raise, the answer I got was "there's no ladder to climb". When I finished my cyber degree and got a few certs under my belt, the IT director asked my boss if I could intern for IT and it was denied. So am I too good at my job that my boss can't let me go but not good enough to deserve a raise? I eventually scaled back and just stuck to my work scope.

[@UnixGuy]

looks like a bad company to me. But it’s not about them, its about you and the growth YOU accomplished. Now you can take your newly acquired skills and double your salary elswhere

[@jimworton1245]

Iv had jobs like this sounds like you need to go somewhere else. A lot of it is who you know I have worked at companies going above and beyond. I watched as people who did not work as hard and were capable of less move up past me. Sometimes you need to move on.

[@SignalLost730]

You need to look for a new job right now. You're wasting the money you're choosing not to make by leaving.

[@AntoinetteCreary]

Love your channel. What position in Cybersecurity that require you to react quickly with deadlines(possibly) and/or a position where you have to find solutions to work smarter not harder that sparks creativity? 🙏🏾🙏🏾

[@AntoinetteCreary]

I think I found it. Would it be a incident responder or digital analyst role?

[@UnixGuy]

yes those can fit, also GRC

[@AntoinetteCreary]

@@UnixGuy Thank you! I'll look into them on your channel! Trying to narrow my focus before I take this journey!

[@UnixGuy]

@@AntoinetteCreary absolutely! wait for my next video. I discuss the quickest path to becoming a cyber analyst which I’m sure you’ll like :)

[@AntoinetteCreary]

@@UnixGuy Cant wait! 🤩😍

[@raidon5553]

May be starting small business with enough knowledge of cyber security hit different i think so .also may be i will takes this step in future when am unable to find work in cyber sec companies

[@UnixGuy]

good luck either way, hope it all works out!

[@atharvalawate2525]

Hello brother.. first of all sorry for asking questions again and again and Thank you for answering them. I think you are the only one youtuber I came across who is such a down to earth man and who really want to help upcoming cybersecurity enthusiast... So Thank you for that. Now the question is My end goal in Cybersecurity is to become CISO. Now I am working as Security Analyst L1 with 8 months of experience so what do you suggest to which position should I switch to next and which certification should I do now??

[@UnixGuy]

you’re more than welcome Atharva CISO is a business/management/risk/governance posititon, it’s not a technical position, but you still need to know the technical side if you want to be a good CISO. You’re still new to the industry, so don’t rush, enjoy your time. Plan to move to management and potentially GRC, it’s a long term plan

[@atharvalawate2525]

@@UnixGuy Yes that's true.. You said Management which position comes under it? I watched your videos on GRC, ISACA certification you said to do but in ISACA which certification like CRISC, CISM or which one?

[@UnixGuy]

@@atharvalawate2525 yes! also any management/leadership experience will help. For example, becoming a SOC manager is also valuable. At a CISO level no one cares about certifications, it’s all about relationships and leadership experience

[@atharvalawate2525]

@@UnixGuy Okay. Can I request you to make a video on Roadmap to CISO, like you said here take up leadership/Management position, but like step by step like after SOC, Switch to GRC after that next likewise..Thank You.

[@UnixGuy]

@@atharvalawate2525 yeah I’m planning to, stay tuned :)

[@claudiamanta1943]

Thank you. It makes sense. I don’t dispute what you say, but that means that people working in IT are a completely different species than people I’ve worked with for 30 years in another field where being more competent and pro-active was the surest way to make yourself profoundly disliked and shunned. My impression is that someone who is perhaps less qualified/good at their job but naturally inclined to mingle like a Pringle (so delicately reframed as ‘networking’) might be favoured for a promotion. People are people.

[@UnixGuy]

it certainly happens, specially in toxic environments!

[@mitchelinnocent6535]

I have a bsc in economics, what’s your advice if I want to migrate to this career path

[@UnixGuy]

you don’t need to do more degrees then, certifications ans try to gain work experience. This video explains the process: kzbin.info/www/bejne/fYHQh6OehNaGfbs and this video has a list of certifications to start your journey with: kzbin.info/www/bejne/oKWvl4trlLGobpY

[@edega007]

wow... amazing.. greetings fro Brazil 😁

[@UnixGuy]

🫡

[@michelmelo9170]

In brazil, you don’t have security for cyber security, there if you want to train perpetration testing in other people you can because they don’t worry about this, they only do something if someone steal your money

[@UnixGuy]

there are many large multi-national companies in Brazil, you can have a great career there

[@mxleuphoria5130]

This may be a broad sounding question without a ton of context but I have the opportunity for full tuition to get a bachelors. Very interested in tech and currently am a network lineman for fiber/coax. Interested I tech for many reason but especially the pay. Which degree do you think is the best to get in tech?

[@UnixGuy]

degree is one way, cert is another: kzbin.info/www/bejne/eoOtmpZuq6iimqc

[@Azalga1]

Hi, i'm curently a student in Mathematics and computer science in France, i move to Montreal next year and i'm going to start the google certification, i was wondering if you think it's possible to do some contracts like web threat analysis or some audits of website small contrat for small compagny to build some money, skills, practical etc with the study appart of the ''free lance pentest/ audit thing ?" and when i know i have enought knowledge to start ? bc i learn from lot of website try hack me, root me etc but i still don't know if it's enought to do some audit or pentest ? What do you think ?

[@UnixGuy]

it’s possible but it’s hard as most work is full time :)

[@gauntletwielder6306]

The biggest mistake, is working in cybersecurity in the first place. The black hats are ALWAYS one step ahead of the white hats. Management never seems to realize this inescapable fact of Life. All it takes is one incident for a cybersecurity professional to be terminated. Too many corporations view adequate cybersecurity funding as an unnecessary luxury. Then when an incident occurs, they can’t throw enough money fast enough at the problem. A lot of cybersecurity issues occur because of humans being too lazy to make the extra effort to do the right thing. “Sure, I could examine the details of this email before opening it, but it looks ok.”, “Sure I could disable unnecessary services on the server, but that takes time.” “We could lock down ports on the firewall, but it’s easier to allow all traffic through.” “Yes, we could use FTP servers that require logging in, but anonymous FTP servers with full access, are much easier for our end users.” “Yes, we could use VLAN’s to improve security on our private networks, but that would make switch management more complicated.” “Yes, we could create a unique VPN for each user, but having everyone use the same VPN and key, is so much easier.”

[@UnixGuy]

I get it, it’s frustrating but so are most careers! I actually discussed this in this video: Is Cyber Security really that bad? kzbin.info/www/bejne/hqWqoH2saLCamc0

[@hawaaii]

Hey, what do you recommend one to major in (cybersecurity or cyber forensics) if their interested in having a career more closely related to the the field of cyber forensics but at the same time wants to have a more variety of career choices (which cybersecurity can offer)?

[@UnixGuy]

do cyber security as a major, you can further do certs in forensics, i explained forensics here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/eoOtmpZuq6iimqc

[@1980maranda]

Thank you for the video! Im 43 years old, in your honest opinion, would obtaining a degree in cyber security be a waste of time for me? My community college is offering degrees in 11 months and I’m considering it, but I don’t want to waste my time or money if the market will shut me out in terms of jobs.

[@UnixGuy]

hey mate, it wouldn’t be a waste of time - it’s just another way for you learn the subject you will still need to put a lot of time and effort to study, check my videos fo further resources and dont worry about age - time will pass anyway :)

[@kingtom177]

Thanks for the video, I have a Bsc in computer science for over 10years now and I've been working in a different field but I fancy Cyber Security alot and would love to go into it. Planning to get a master of IT but I'm going to switch my admission to cyber security. I hope I can do it,

[@UnixGuy]

Hey Tom, If you want to do a masters degree then I recommend you do it in cyber security not IT. I think you’ll benefit from watching this video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/fYHQh6OehNaGfbs

[@kingtom177]

The main issue is me forgetting all I was thought in my undergraduate it's been 10+(I'm 36yrs now), I'm having some mental and reading challenges going for it but I really I want to get it done, my head isn't ready for coding or a very technical role for now.. please which part of cyber security can I focus on or rebuild my IT career... Thank you

[@UnixGuy]

@@kingtom177 you can take it easy with the master and do one subject at a time Most cyber specialisations don’t require coding; watch this playlist of cyber specialisationsc, take notes and pick one: Cyber Security Specialisations kzbin.info/aero/PLdI5VHN89i7XgaT-dWsthpAKOmjAF3gCR

[@benballerdidthechain9095]

@@UnixGuy what if u do like coding, are there any cyber roles? Just pent testing?

[@UnixGuy]

@@benballerdidthechain9095 yes Pentesting and AppSec, heres a video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/Y6CqqZhqeLySkJo

[@shaholasharna2014]

Is Diploma in cyber security can be a good start instead of 4 years bachelor? I don't think I would go that path but thinking about doing Diploma in ICT cyber security. Any suggestions please 🙏?

[@UnixGuy]

It could work, this video explains it better: kzbin.info/www/bejne/fYHQh6OehNaGfbs

[@jackshepherd17]

I'm actually studing for my first pentest cert and this help me a lot, thank you so much UnixGuy.

[@UnixGuy]

awesome good luck :)

[@thefloridian8135]

Don't work hard for a company, work hard for yourself. A job can be replaced. The work you put in for yourself studying and investing time in assets that increase personal value for a better opportunity always. If you have to bounce around to find a good job that you want then it's what you have to do

[@UnixGuy]

the ‘investment in yourself’ can also be in actualy doing a great job at work. You’re there anyway, you gain nothing by being mediocre in your role, it becomes a habit

[@immoronicisdead]

hey, i just turned 18 and im going to get my ged soon. i think cybersecurity can be a facinating field for me and im just trying to find out where to start!

[@UnixGuy]

good luck!! start here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/eoOtmpZuq6iimqc

[@pleasestop1760]

How could I go about being qualified, for both coding and cyber security?

[@UnixGuy]

Coding you need to learn, you don’t need ‘qualification’ . Cyber security, watch this: kzbin.info/www/bejne/fYHQh6OehNaGfbs

[@henryc9948]

Thank you for the video. I am currently somewhat in the same situation , however, I will be getting my promotion to a Senior Analyst role despite my continuous interest and day in day out study/practice of Application pentesting (out of working hours). My current organization does not have any pentesting role in any department. I am in a drastic decision situation - should I stay or should I pursue Pentesting.

[@UnixGuy]

What choices do you have? Take the promotion, keep learning pentesting until you get your desired outcome or maybe you will enjoy the new promotion!

[@henryc9948]

@@UnixGuy Thanks for the advice.

[@Harshpreetkaur1]

Whatever happens I will make it cyber security. Now only following you

[@UnixGuy]

best of luck 🤝

[@exelsaycon2379]

I quit in my current job as a teacher because of toxicity and its eating me up. Now I am trying to get back up trying to learn new things may it be cybersecurity or pentesting from scratch. Which one should I focus more? Did I made the right decision from quitting from that job?

[@UnixGuy]

only you can know if it was the right decision! Start here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/eoOtmpZuq6iimqc

[@superdupertrooper6732]

Ik i can trust you based on the haircut👍🏽. Teach me master !!

[@UnixGuy]

haha thx mate

[@dapjnekerem2945]

what kind of person would you advise to work in cyber security for? i dont know which field to choose!

[@UnixGuy]

Top 5 Reasons Not to Become a Cyber Security professional kzbin.info/www/bejne/eHq4kHVuot6Ujs0

[@lanesra2679]

Am thinking of going into cyber security but it dont seem the right way when i dont have any experiences in that area

[@UnixGuy]

follow this roadmap: kzbin.info/www/bejne/eoOtmpZuq6iimqc

[@anubisjishin]

I need a really good mentor to learn even more as a infrastructure engineer myself I think I need someone with experience that can point me in the correct path.

[@UnixGuy]

hey mate, you will a lot of good advice in the videos, start here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/q5jCo6ifqKmIjsU

[@kizitonjika8311]

Hello thank you so much..m struggling with cyber security path way, m interested in cloud security and I have isc2 certified in cyber security, please what certification or path way should I follow to get my first job thank you.🙏

[@UnixGuy]

Hi Kizito, the path I laid out here would be perfect for you: kzbin.info/www/bejne/hHjZmH2Bqd6ardE

[@alhakay010]

bro is pentester well paid compared to deffensive teams (SOC annalyst )?

[@UnixGuy]

both can be well paid

[@lagvin719ify]

Hi, I'm planning to jump from a medical background to a computer-based job. With so many options available, which specialty will you recommend for someone who doesn't have any IT or computer science background? Is it better to get a short-term course in software design or network maintenance or go for some google certificate courses? I'm quite old already so taking a 4 year course will not be an option for me. would appreciate your opinion..thank you!

[@UnixGuy]

Start with this one: kzbin.info/www/bejne/bH2shpuubpqAebc once you finish it, come back and watch my videos to figure out the next step! it’ll take time so expect to put a lot of effort over an extended period of time - career change is hard at any age / your medical background will come in handy

[@lagvin719ify]

@@UnixGuy Thank you very much for your reply. I will definitely check this out. Goodluck to you and your channel!😊😊

[@Ray_TambaBudol_Marcos]

I'm currently a linux sys admin, and I'm thinking to learn cyber security and hopefully a year from now I can move to cyber security department.

[@UnixGuy]

Good luck 👏🏻

[@Mareloko41]

Use a filter to reduce the sound of your inhaling. It bothers. There are programs for that. Other than that, great info. Thanks!

[@UnixGuy]

Thanks for your feedback Martin , I think I fixed this in my current videos, check this out: kzbin.info/www/bejne/nYLYp2ijr8hgo6M

[@tomx49]

Dude..im thinking to do a bachelors jn cyber security and I dont have that much knowledge abt these but yeah I fo want to become one and im weak in maths.what do u think will be the best for me a it student or cyber

[@UnixGuy]

cyber security doesn’t have a lot (if any) math

[@a320nick]

Cool video.

[@UnixGuy]

thanks!

[@darven7511]

Please make a video on GRC and pentesting GRC vs pentesting career in cyber security

[@UnixGuy]

I have two videos one about pentesting and one about GRC, search through my videos ans you will find them

[@khatolsamadi7891]

I currently do my masters in information security, but I do not have any background knowledge. I am not sure if I can do this job.

[@UnixGuy]

the master should teach you something, and give you some skills. Watch this video to understand the process better: kzbin.info/www/bejne/fYHQh6OehNaGfbs

[@v380riMz]

Information security is mainly about non-tech part of cyber. GRC, ISO/NIST compliance, governance etc… Still pays very good nonetheless

[@anthony-nwondahmeshach7972]

How do I start learning cyber security. I really want to learn

[@UnixGuy]

start here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/eoOtmpZuq6iimqc

[@P.L.U.S.]

Hey Unixguy, just a quick request for a video about SOCaaS? Thanks!

[@UnixGuy]

What would you like to know about SOCaaS?

[@P.L.U.S.]

@@UnixGuy The pros and cons of it compared to in-prem and how it is being compared to traditional SOC or maybe something like that. since i dont see videos that much related to that topic, maybe its a great idea to see your thoughts about it.👍

[@UnixGuy]

@@P.L.U.S. big topic, and it’s the million dollar question, quite literally. I help businesses with this issue and sometimes the answer is somewhere in-between or a hybrid. It depends on a lot of factors

[@zanekoh3473]

Hi im age 27 and am taking a degree in cybersecurity next year, without any prior knowledge in IT. Is it gonna be a tough battle against younger folks who already had prior experience?

[@UnixGuy]

hey mate, 27 is really young, you will have absolutely no issues as far as age is concerned. I recommend you watch this video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/eKKWgWdrhrtpY9k

[@jovictor3007]

Is in depth knowledge of windows server , Active directory or cloud Azure directory necessary to get into cybersecurity ? I have an apportunity to learn these things or go straight into a cybersecurity program.

[@UnixGuy]

Depends on what you want to do in cyber. watch this video where I explain what it takes to get a job kzbin.info/www/bejne/fYHQh6OehNaGfbs

[@jovictor3007]

@@UnixGuy I have watched that video and your other videos about soc analysts and it helped but for a soc analyst is the knowledge of windows server and active directory administration knowledge a requirement or not ? If not I will skip it and continue the security plus I just started.

[@UnixGuy]

@@jovictor3007 you need some knowledge but you don’t need to be an expert, it’s something you can pick up while you working in security, you dont need to spend yesrs being a windows admin

[@jovictor3007]

@@UnixGuy Thank you , I was not sure.

[@UnixGuy]

@@jovictor3007 no worries at all! you’ll figure things out as u go :)

[@babycutezz5665]

Do you maintain and pay fees to all your certs? I let some of my certs expired because of the maintenance fees. Thanks

[@UnixGuy]

I have let a lot expire, and I try to get my employer to pay for some of the fees but yeah its a pain