💥 There are bookmarks in the description so if you come back you can jump right to the mistake/tip you want to hear. 🔥 This video is blowing up and I'm so pumped that so many people are hearing all of this! Take advantage of this information! 🚀
Thanks for highlighting these mistakes. As for the blogging I understand the benefits that comes with it but it can be overwhelming thinking about how you want to write about what you are doing right now. I just want to work on myself and write in short posts using mediums such as LinkedIn or Medium pending when I think I am ready to step it up to a blog. What are your thoughts about one aspiring to a cybersecurity awareness analyst role while also thinking of the SOC level 1 pathway. I recently saw a job ad for the awareness analyst role and I felt I am not fit for it because I havenot prepared a risk report or awareness training for a company before. How do you suggest one can practice those things
I have done all of these recommendations except create a blog and I was able to successfully pivot from an IT infrastructure position into a DFIR position in 6 months. Acquiring the CISSP and SANS500 Windows forensics certifications along the way. This was before I came across this video. He is right on.
I am just now dipping my toes into the cybersecurity world and have been reluctant because there is a lot of mixed information out there and I am starting off with little money getting in to a new career and this has absolutely helped me 100%. I have more confidence in what I would like to do. Thank you so much!!
This was really good content! I’ve been going back and forth on whether or not I should spend a lot of money on these cert prep courses or bootcamps. This was really helpful in reassuring me that isn’t the only way to break into the field. Thanks. I’m a new subscriber and I look forward to more content.
Loved the vid! Do you think you’ll make another vid like this but about mistakes people make when applying and interviewing for internships? And things they could do to help them stand out from the rest? I feel like that would be a great follow up to a vid like this for college students.
00:02 Networking is crucial for breaking into cybersecurity 02:08 Building professional networking relationships is key for breaking into cybersecurity. 03:59 Importance of not starting at the finish line 05:56 Plan and commit to smart training and execution for career advancement in cybersecurity. 07:51 Staying updated on current events and threat intel is crucial for cybersecurity professionals. 09:44 Avoid overspending on self-development for cybersecurity 11:34 Position yourself as an aspiring cyber security professional 13:25 Starting a blog can be beneficial for breaking into cybersecurity. 15:14 Common mistakes in cybersecurity are correctable and avoidable.
Thank you so much for your input throughout LinkedIn and on CZcams! Myself being in the absolute beginnings, just graduating with my Mater's Degree in Cybersecurity this content is tremendous!
Hello there, it's been a year since you graduated and I want to know if pursuing a masters degree in cybersecurity was worth it? also can you mention where did you study your masters degree and what job are you working at present?
@@utsavdhungana2240 hey my guy! So for me it was worth it, I was coming from a marketing background and wanted to jump into cyber. I studied at the University of North Dakota where it was completely online and people from all around the US were in my class. A mass majority from tech backgrounds, but with some determination and love for tech I did just fine. I actually just picked up a position with Lumen Technologies as a solutions engineer. Basically helping enterprise companies such as Microsoft, the NFL, NHL and many more to mom and pop shops find the best way to solve their technical needs and help them reach their goals. Please let me know if you have any other questions!
@@benijos1 Great to hear that. By mentioning "solve their technical needs", what are the needs that you work on? And what are cybersecurity skills you have to use to solve those needs? Can you elabororate?
Thanks for the excellent video. I'm at the end of an expensive 10 month bootcamp and just feel lost. Your video was really helpful. The idea that cyber has to be a lifestyle resonates strongly, I think that will pull everything into place for me.
Great advice! I got my masters in cybersecurity in 2019 and haven't done anything with it yet. Started the OSCP course so trying to get some real hands on training! Don't think I want to be a pen-tester, but it will be fun to learn!
I am currently working toward my CompTIA+ and Security+ in the Cybersecurity bootcamp with CU Boulder. I am loving your content, I have psyched myself out so many times thinking I had to know everything now.
I just wanted to thank you for continuing to produce content on this topic. The videos definitely help filter through all the different ways to break into Cybersecurity and streamlines the process. Much appreciated!
Excellent tips. On #2 - "starting at the finish line" I've done this (reviewed JD's of jobs I want) but have noticed things can be all over the map. Since I'm looking for entry-level roles sometimes I've noticed the expectations of different companies for the same roles (Example: Jr. SOC analyst) can be wildly different. This leads to so much confusion, and I think it's one reason people in my position look to expensive boot camps or "break-in" services for help. I appreciate people like yourself who are trying to clear the fog.
It can, and dont be baked into it either. You should evaluate what your doing at least every 6 months (id advise quarterly), to make sure your goals, plans, etc are still what you want. adjust as needed. (Its Agile method for your own career)
This is great. This couldn’t have come for a better time for me. I am currently taking a cyber security course and looking to break into the field. This has given me a lot to work on.
Thanks, Gerald, keep it up. I'd say your points are relevant for those in the club as well, at least from the heights of my starter's experience. As I say it to myself: firstly first I have to fix my brain since a lot of obstacles are hiding inside: cognitive biases, fears, taking things for too obvious to pay attention etc.
Gerald, thanks so much for the Great video. Right now in my current work I started a small segments where I speak a bout cybert security. But I missed totally to make connections with people. Thanks again.
Great value with these recommendations by Gerry. Two years later it still rings true. And I absolutely agree, pouring money (which I don't have!) should not be the way to go. Great advice, especially - 12:32, just recently I felt comfortable and added cybersecurity on my LinkedIn profile. And I am even labeling as 'transitioning' which I didn't like that much but so far that's what I feel like.
This is a great video. I have spent all day examining my approach to getting the career op. I even created a blog and am going to start posting my notes to myself there. I figure it might be of interest to others as well. Thanks again.
Thank you for the great advice. I am in the process of pivoting from IT into information security, my career coach said exactly the same thing of pro networking and LinkedIn self promotion. I always learn lots of invaluable stuff here.
Thank you .after feeling I spent my education in this field I felt defeated and this helped me to feel that I was correct in my choices and I found a way to succeed
This video is right on time. With me being 3 years from transitioning out of the navy this assures me that I'm taking some of the right steps. I'm here for all future content!
Cool. I did a livestream on my channel call Vets into cybersecurity with no experience. It was with 5 former service members now in cyber. Worth checking out; could have value for you.
This was really very good content and very helpful. I am just trying to break into cybersecurity and I already feel like I am making all these mistakes already. I need guidance on creating a clear path to break in.
Im trying to pivot to Info & Cyber Sec field from a non tech background. Your videos give me the right direction. Thank you. The recommendation about listening to podcasts and reading cyber news is great!
This video was so useful! Before this video I was happy that I’ve actually implemented all of the things you mentioned: created an online presence and knowing what I want to specialise in Cybersecurity. Shout out from SA 🇿🇦😁😁 Thanks Gerald
One thing I would like to do on my blog is post information about specific bugs, hacks, malware, etc. Is there a SOC Analyst format that would cover the needed data? Something that would get me into the right mind set for writing them. Keep being awesome.
Hi your are correct I am trying to get into the cyberspace so for the past 2 months i have been studying the different skills set to progress thanks for the info
Wow. Talk about right on time. I was just about to spend thousands of dollars on what I believed was the must have bootcamp training. This video instilled in me the confidence I need to have faith in myself to utilize the resources that are plentiful out there!
Thank you so much for all your content. I lost my six figure job my fiancé and my home from covid. I’m trying to reinvent myself to become an IT professional. Your videos are helping me so much!
I know this is an old video, but are there some tips for people who do not want to have a social online presence. There have to be some people in cyber security that are managing/ reducing their online footprint.
Love your video. I agree with everything. Point 5 regarding a blog is important and FUN. Sure, you want to have a blog or website to make yourself more visible and have a talking point in the interview. With the new tools for building a website or blog, it is very easy. Thanks for making the video
❤ Not networking ❤ Start from the finish line (Must Watch 🔥🔥) ❤ Not staying aware of current trends 🔥🔥🔥 ❤ More money != More value ❤ Not positioning yourself as a cyber professional 🔥🔥🔥🔥 🎉 High Value Content 🎉
Hi I am really green on this field and I am embarking on a course I have no back round on CS and I was a chef by trade little finances I have but I want to brave the cold waters and I am old mature person. This helps me lot to uplift my morale and I am a person always asking question and always want the know how I hope this fit my personality The only downfall is I am not really a very social person I always live a quiet discreet life I hope and pray hard my journey on this career.
Your information on the five mistakes people make when trying to get into cyber security is helpful but is there information that puts one on the proper path toward understanding the material as an example I'm a retired transportation logistics individual, however I found the time to take CompTIA a+ as well as an intro into cyber security but I soon realize there's more than meets the eye to this there's terms and definitions and principles that need to be understood I feel like I've learned something in a small way but not enough in a strong way to propel me into the field of cyber security is there a particular roadmap that you could advise me of step by step to take?
I ck write the book that answers your question. amzn.to/3tMhVzf Also if you look in SimplyCyber I have a playlist called “I want to get into cyber with no experience “ and one called “I want to pivot into cybersecurity “. Look for both. The book is $20 or something like that and the playlist are free.
thanks for the video, im struggling with the networking. I dont know anyone in the field and i feel isolated. Wenever I apply it feels like i just sent my resume and application into the void.
This is good content. I kind of understood this stuff intuitively, but you made these ideas more concrete and it was very helpful to give them a bit more depth and definition.
What? You actually wanted the five things tl:dr? YW! 1:04 Mistake 1- No professional networking 4:20 Mistake 2- Not starting at the finish line (go find a job with reqs and then fill in the reqs systematically) 7:28 Mistake 3- Not staying up on current threats (go listen to the Cyber Security Headlines podcast, yes I listened to the whole video) 10:02 Mistake 4- Don't spend money that doesn't delivery value (trust but verify baby!, ask people that have take the course) 12:13 Mistake 5- Not positioning yourself as a cyber-professional - LinkedIn- clean it up, put aspiring cyber-security professional, tailor the site to cyber, get a website to show your work. Hack-the-box, homelab, etc.
Thank you for the video, very helpful. Right now I'm working on the networking part, to socialize with others in the field. I met people from Reddit and I will be attending a cyber security meeting next week.
You need to start at a help desk position or entry level IT job...or internship. Hard to jump straight into security...trust me the skills you learn at entry level jobs are needed to be good at security.
@@endlessmindset8808 Sure what do I know....I just do Cyber Security for the government. *eye roll* If you can find someone that will hire you straight up by all means do it and network....otherwise think of all the other people that are applying for the same job as you with the same Security+ cert...which is a joke exam by the way...hard to get experience if you think certain jobs or internships are below you....you should probably watch the video again...good luck
@@cash4835 The help desk position will be miserable considering my computer knowledge and quite boring to be frank. I wouldn't be learning anything new or getting SIEM experience....sighs
I am starting my journey to become a Cybersecurity Professional, and this information was extremely helpful. I have started with a six hour Computer Networking Fundamentals Course. I'm also working on the Professional Networking. I'm retired Law Enforcement/Real Estate Broker, where should I start my Credentialing in Cybersecurity?
@@nitchecatalan Thanks for your reply. I was told if you have no background in IT, you should start with a Fundamentals Networking Course for a basic foundation. I have really learned a lot from the free online 6hrs. course.Good luck to you!
Thank you for this information. I am a NOC thecnician. I work in a Datacenter. I am new in the field and my goal is to become a Cybersecurity Architect. Can you give me some suggestions on where to start?
Sounds like you've already started. If you're in the NOC moving towards a SOC would be a natural. I'd really get a feel and understanding for what the data looks like on the network and where the logs are coming from, how they are stored, how to tune detections, understanding false postiives. good start.
This is my first time on your platform. Thank you for the info. So much information it’s hard to choose which area of cyber security I want to enter. Perhaps Cloud Security seems like my interest
I think your on track to be a top contributor in the cyber-roadmap community. Your like the friend on the inside of a company that ushers his buddy into a career that otherwise would be out of reach.
Thats great. Guess I need to switch companies and get with a fortune 50 so there's more slots. :-). Glad you feel I'm closing the gap on where people are and where they want to be.
Recently started watching your video bro and I want to appreciate your contents are great and I am sharing this with my team as well. I’m a cybersecurity analyst working in a big organisation in india. Appreciate your work here do continue this and soon you will reach more and more heights in youtube as well. Congrats ✌️
i appreciate it and thanks for taking time to comment. i hope these points resonated with you. I havent worked in India, but id be curious if cyber is cyber is cyber, regardless of country.
So like a blog on a self hosted website, or is there a good place in particular to host a blog? I’m halfway through the Google Cybersecurity Analyst course right now.
Hi Gerald, I just discovered your content today, and I'm very appreciative of your perspective and information! I recently got started on some Microsoft certs centered around cybersecurity and using Azure and Defender for enterprises. They're pretty budget friendly which is great in my case. What do you think about Microsoft certs?
Join us tomorrow morning at 8am est and really see what’s going on. Lot of great networking opportunity and good times tomorrow 8am est (if you can make it). Where??? Simplycyber.io/streams
I am transitioning from management in UPS to getting into cybersecurity and I love these talking points and tips. I am currently enrolled in the Google Cybersecurity Certificate program and will be taking the security+ exam afterwards. If you have any more tips or ideas for me I would to hear them.
This entire channel is dedicated to this. Go to linktr.ee/simplycyber and grab the discord link from the socials at the top. The community is awesome and networking is super important
I loved it personally. I had zero cybersecurity experience before taking it and they explain everything so in depth. I have not secured a job in the field yet but I think if you get your security plus and the google certificate you have a better chance of landing something.@@dihett
Thank you for the advice! I have a list of jobs I think would be awesome to do when I get there but have not made a "formal" goal plan to get there. I need to change up how I am going about this.
Great incite Gerald. What is the alternative? I have more than 500 LinkedIn connection and three cyber sec. certs but I'm planning to leave looking for jabs and my certs are expiring soon. I have when they say that " We have 350,000 cyber sec. professionals shortage in the USA" What the irony?
Thank you for the advice. Going through school now to get my bachelors in cyber security with little to no background in IT. Currently going through a course on coursera called IT Support Professional to kind of get me up to date on some fundamentals for IT and cyber security. Any other advice from anyone brand new to the IT life?
💥 There are bookmarks in the description so if you come back you can jump right to the mistake/tip you want to hear.
🔥 This video is blowing up and I'm so pumped that so many people are hearing all of this!
Take advantage of this information! 🚀
Thanks for highlighting these mistakes. As for the blogging I understand the benefits that comes with it but it can be overwhelming thinking about how you want to write about what you are doing right now. I just want to work on myself and write in short posts using mediums such as LinkedIn or Medium pending when I think I am ready to step it up to a blog. What are your thoughts about one aspiring to a cybersecurity awareness analyst role while also thinking of the SOC level 1 pathway. I recently saw a job ad for the awareness analyst role and I felt I am not fit for it because I havenot prepared a risk report or awareness training for a company before. How do you suggest one can practice those things
Thanks Gerald my bro! you are awesome and I really appreciate all you do!
I have done all of these recommendations except create a blog and I was able to successfully pivot from an IT infrastructure position into a DFIR position in 6 months. Acquiring the CISSP and SANS500 Windows forensics certifications along the way. This was before I came across this video. He is right on.
Go Lisa! Go Lisa! thanks for sharing that this does in fact work and i"m not some hot-air 'get the clicks'
I am just now dipping my toes into the cybersecurity world and have been reluctant because there is a lot of mixed information out there and I am starting off with little money getting in to a new career and this has absolutely helped me 100%. I have more confidence in what I would like to do.
Thank you so much!!
This was really good content! I’ve been going back and forth on whether or not I should spend a lot of money on these cert prep courses or bootcamps. This was really helpful in reassuring me that isn’t the only way to break into the field. Thanks. I’m a new subscriber and I look forward to more content.
Great to hear! we're always bringing the heat on SimplyCyber. And yes, there are a ton of ways to get skills/knowledge.
Great to see more women into cyber! 🥰
The quality has come up a lot. This video is great! It's to the point, clear, and super-helpful.
Ut-oh. I think i may have peaked. :)
Loved the vid! Do you think you’ll make another vid like this but about mistakes people make when applying and interviewing for internships? And things they could do to help them stand out from the rest? I feel like that would be a great follow up to a vid like this for college students.
I can do that. ill have to think more on it a bit though. thanks for the suggestion.
00:02 Networking is crucial for breaking into cybersecurity
02:08 Building professional networking relationships is key for breaking into cybersecurity.
03:59 Importance of not starting at the finish line
05:56 Plan and commit to smart training and execution for career advancement in cybersecurity.
07:51 Staying updated on current events and threat intel is crucial for cybersecurity professionals.
09:44 Avoid overspending on self-development for cybersecurity
11:34 Position yourself as an aspiring cyber security professional
13:25 Starting a blog can be beneficial for breaking into cybersecurity.
15:14 Common mistakes in cybersecurity are correctable and avoidable.
Great time for me to see this video ! I’m working on my Google cybersecurity certification. Very new to this field but very interested in GRC
Thank you so much for your input throughout LinkedIn and on CZcams! Myself being in the absolute beginnings, just graduating with my Mater's Degree in Cybersecurity this content is tremendous!
Congrats Ben! Thanks so much for sharing with me and being part of the community. You got this!
Hello there, it's been a year since you graduated and I want to know if pursuing a masters degree in cybersecurity was worth it? also can you mention where did you study your masters degree and what job are you working at present?
@@utsavdhungana2240 hey my guy! So for me it was worth it, I was coming from a marketing background and wanted to jump into cyber. I studied at the University of North Dakota where it was completely online and people from all around the US were in my class. A mass majority from tech backgrounds, but with some determination and love for tech I did just fine. I actually just picked up a position with Lumen Technologies as a solutions engineer. Basically helping enterprise companies such as Microsoft, the NFL, NHL and many more to mom and pop shops find the best way to solve their technical needs and help them reach their goals. Please let me know if you have any other questions!
@@benijos1 Great to hear that. By mentioning "solve their technical needs", what are the needs that you work on? And what are cybersecurity skills you have to use to solve those needs? Can you elabororate?
@@benijos1that’s cool Ben. I went to DSU for the masters program.
Thanks for the excellent video. I'm at the end of an expensive 10 month bootcamp and just feel lost. Your video was really helpful. The idea that cyber has to be a lifestyle resonates strongly, I think that will pull everything into place for me.
Glad it helped! Its often times not really known and ends up being an issue for some ppl that aren't looking for that lifestyle.
Great advice! I got my masters in cybersecurity in 2019 and haven't done anything with it yet. Started the OSCP course so trying to get some real hands on training! Don't think I want to be a pen-tester, but it will be fun to learn!
Right there with you. Pentesting is fun and theres so much going on there, and so many tools. Its always an adventure.
I am currently working toward my CompTIA+ and Security+ in the Cybersecurity bootcamp with CU Boulder. I am loving your content, I have psyched myself out so many times thinking I had to know everything now.
I just wanted to thank you for continuing to produce content on this topic. The videos definitely help filter through all the different ways to break into Cybersecurity and streamlines the process. Much appreciated!
Happy to help!
Thank you so much for your video. I'm currently finishing my master studies with specialization on Cybersecurity and wasn't sure where to start :)
Thats awesome Catarina. Best wishes and see you out there.
Excellent tips. On #2 - "starting at the finish line" I've done this (reviewed JD's of jobs I want) but have noticed things can be all over the map. Since I'm looking for entry-level roles sometimes I've noticed the expectations of different companies for the same roles (Example: Jr. SOC analyst) can be wildly different. This leads to so much confusion, and I think it's one reason people in my position look to expensive boot camps or "break-in" services for help. I appreciate people like yourself who are trying to clear the fog.
It can, and dont be baked into it either. You should evaluate what your doing at least every 6 months (id advise quarterly), to make sure your goals, plans, etc are still what you want. adjust as needed. (Its Agile method for your own career)
@@SimplyCyber Great advice, thank you Gerald!
This is great. This couldn’t have come for a better time for me. I am currently taking a cyber security course and looking to break into the field. This has given me a lot to work on.
I've been in the field for quite awhile. (17 years). It continues to be awesome.
Thanks, Gerald, keep it up. I'd say your points are relevant for those in the club as well, at least from the heights of my starter's experience. As I say it to myself: firstly first I have to fix my brain since a lot of obstacles are hiding inside: cognitive biases, fears, taking things for too obvious to pay attention etc.
I really appreciate your time i learn a lot and i correct my common mistakes
Cyber security is a lifestyle. Agree 100%
Slight disagreement. You need to have time with your family.
@@swiswach3130 only if you have a family. Not all of us do
Gerald, thanks so much for the Great video.
Right now in my current work I started a small segments where I speak a bout cybert security. But I missed totally to make connections with people.
Thanks again.
Awesome initiative, and great add-on to it. :)
Great value with these recommendations by Gerry. Two years later it still rings true. And I absolutely agree, pouring money (which I don't have!) should not be the way to go. Great advice, especially - 12:32, just recently I felt comfortable and added cybersecurity on my LinkedIn profile. And I am even labeling as 'transitioning' which I didn't like that much but so far that's what I feel like.
This is a great video. I have spent all day examining my approach to getting the career op. I even created a blog and am going to start posting my notes to myself there. I figure it might be of interest to others as well. Thanks again.
Thank you for the great advice. I am in the process of pivoting from IT into information security, my career coach said exactly the same thing of pro networking and LinkedIn self promotion. I always learn lots of invaluable stuff here.
Thanks Ken. Thats my mission!
Thank you .after feeling I spent my education in this field I felt defeated and this helped me to feel that I was correct in my choices and I found a way to succeed
This video is right on time. With me being 3 years from transitioning out of the navy this assures me that I'm taking some of the right steps. I'm here for all future content!
Cool. I did a livestream on my channel call Vets into cybersecurity with no experience. It was with 5 former service members now in cyber. Worth checking out; could have value for you.
Networking is the hardest task in the world to me. Trying to figure out what to say never feels easier and it always remains nerve wracking and scary.
When me and James talk from wwhf is published check it out. It’s literally an actionable way to do just that
Networking in general is beneficial. Even applies to school.
"Hey, x person is good at x subject." type of thing.
This was really very good content and very helpful. I am just trying to break into cybersecurity and I already feel like I am making all these mistakes already. I need guidance on creating a clear path to break in.
Im trying to pivot to Info & Cyber Sec field from a non tech background. Your videos give me the right direction. Thank you.
The recommendation about listening to podcasts and reading cyber news is great!
This video was so useful! Before this video I was happy that I’ve actually implemented all of the things you mentioned: created an online presence and knowing what I want to specialise in Cybersecurity.
Shout out from SA 🇿🇦😁😁
Thanks Gerald
One thing I would like to do on my blog is post information about specific bugs, hacks, malware, etc. Is there a SOC Analyst format that would cover the needed data? Something that would get me into the right mind set for writing them. Keep being awesome.
Hi your are correct I am trying to get into the cyberspace so for the past 2 months i have been studying the different skills set to progress
thanks for the info
Wow. Talk about right on time. I was just about to spend thousands of dollars on what I believed was the must have bootcamp training. This video instilled in me the confidence I need to have faith in myself to utilize the resources that are plentiful out there!
Thank you so much for all your content. I lost my six figure job my fiancé and my home from covid. I’m trying to reinvent myself to become an IT professional. Your videos are helping me so much!
I list my business of 25 years so I feel you man. Trying to break into cyber security myself. Good luck!
Good luck brother
thank you. These are good pointers
I know this is an old video, but are there some tips for people who do not want to have a social online presence. There have to be some people in cyber security that are managing/ reducing their online footprint.
I love this. It's an eye opener to some things that pass unnoticed
Good stuff, the lifestyle comment really made me think I was on the right track. To me a lifestyle says "not if but when"
Yes its true. I kind of just mentioned that as an aside, but its very true.
This is good advice for just about any job/career-seeking person.
This channel is a gold mine for all getting into cyber security!
Thanks so much. Trying to bring it ALL to the masses. 🔥
Love your video. I agree with everything. Point 5 regarding a blog is important and FUN. Sure, you want to have a blog or website to make yourself more visible and have a talking point in the interview. With the new tools for building a website or blog, it is very easy. Thanks for making the video
You are spot on sir.
Thanks Paul. I was passionate about this particular video.
This was really surprising and encouraging. Thank you.
Would you recommend simplilearn? .. if not what’s a PRACTICAL cyber security bootcamp/training you would recommend?
THis is super awesome Gerald. Extremely insightful. They may look simple, but yet they are the ones most overlooked. Great video and thank you
Thank you so much for this info!!!
Thank you Gerry!
Keep up the great work! 🙏
I am now going to community college for cybersecurity! this helps me create a clearer path for myself to start my career!
❤ Not networking
❤ Start from the finish line (Must Watch 🔥🔥)
❤ Not staying aware of current trends 🔥🔥🔥
❤ More money != More value
❤ Not positioning yourself as a cyber professional 🔥🔥🔥🔥
🎉 High Value Content 🎉
Hi I am really green on this field and I am embarking on a course I have no back round on CS and I was a chef by trade little finances I have but I want to brave the cold waters
and I am old mature person. This helps me lot to uplift my morale
and I am a person always asking question and always want the know how
I hope this fit my personality
The only downfall is I am not really a very social person I always live a quiet discreet life
I hope and pray hard my journey on this career.
This video is awesome. Items 2, 3 and 5 is what I need to work on. Thank you so much
Your information on the five mistakes people make when trying to get into cyber security is helpful but is there information that puts one on the proper path toward understanding the material as an example I'm a retired transportation logistics individual, however I found the time to take CompTIA a+ as well as an intro into cyber security but I soon realize there's more than meets the eye to this there's terms and definitions and principles that need to be understood I feel like I've learned something in a small way but not enough in a strong way to propel me into the field of cyber security is there a particular roadmap that you could advise me of step by step to take?
I ck write the book that answers your question. amzn.to/3tMhVzf
Also if you look in SimplyCyber I have a playlist called “I want to get into cyber with no experience “ and one called “I want to pivot into cybersecurity “. Look for both. The book is $20 or something like that and the playlist are free.
I love this video! I'm making half the mistakes and already doing the correct thing for the other half. Thank you for this direction
You're so welcome!
This was good info. Thank you Gerald.
thanks for the video, im struggling with the networking. I dont know anyone in the field and i feel isolated. Wenever I apply it feels like i just sent my resume and application into the void.
I feel the same way, just keep pushing and always learning you never know who might take notice.
Join discord servers. BHIS, Cyberinsecurity, TCM, and OSINTION are all friendly ones (i personally really like BHIS). You can engage people there.
exactly. it is a personality type, but if you like learning, get after it.
This is good content. I kind of understood this stuff intuitively, but you made these ideas more concrete and it was very helpful to give them a bit more depth and definition.
Bell "all" Your channel is the insiders club. Literally the golden age for viewers here.
Thanks Matthew. :-)
awesome content brother. Thank you!
What? You actually wanted the five things tl:dr? YW!
1:04 Mistake 1- No professional networking
4:20 Mistake 2- Not starting at the finish line (go find a job with reqs and then fill in the reqs systematically)
7:28 Mistake 3- Not staying up on current threats (go listen to the Cyber
Security Headlines podcast, yes I listened to the whole video)
10:02 Mistake 4- Don't spend money that doesn't delivery value (trust but verify baby!, ask people that have take the course)
12:13 Mistake 5- Not positioning yourself as a cyber-professional - LinkedIn- clean it up, put aspiring cyber-security professional, tailor the site to cyber, get a website to show your work. Hack-the-box, homelab, etc.
Thanks. I’ll copy paste this in show description if you don’t mind.?
@@SimplyCyber I don't mind at all. Thanks for asking and for not taking offense at my post.
You nailed it with this one!! Great advise for beginners or those looking to go further.
Thanks so much! i was particularly passionate about this list and delivering this message.
Excellent points and I'd say you are spot on for each of them.
Amazing advice and definitely rewatched this and took notes! Overall I very much enjoyed it and highly recommended just great quality!
Another ace video. No truer words spoken about this being a lifestyle.
This is amazing, Gerry!
Thank you for the contributions you make to our community also Josh.
Thank you for the video, very helpful. Right now I'm working on the networking part, to socialize with others in the field. I met people from Reddit and I will be attending a cyber security meeting next week.
Great starts to the networking. Try discord too, i think you'll be surprised that it doesnt pay immediate dividends, but will in the long run.
What are the shortest most optimized ways to get into GRC roles? Any certificates besides CISSP and CISA that could help get into the field?
Great content!
I was confused about cyber security as I am working as DBA..cyber security is my interest it cleared my way.. It was help a lot..
Excellent! Thanks for sharing.
On point Dr. Gerald. Thank you for keeping it real.
Nice video... Am getting into the world of cybersecurity, it feels exciting but am a bit scared.
This video pretty much translates into any field within IT and not only security :)
I have my Security+ cert but finding a job is very hard with no prior IT experience or no college degree on the resume
You need to start at a help desk position or entry level IT job...or internship. Hard to jump straight into security...trust me the skills you learn at entry level jobs are needed to be good at security.
@@cash4835 fuck a help desk position... I just need someone to get me in the gate and show me the ropes. I’ll be golden in a week or two max
@@endlessmindset8808 Sure what do I know....I just do Cyber Security for the government. *eye roll* If you can find someone that will hire you straight up by all means do it and network....otherwise think of all the other people that are applying for the same job as you with the same Security+ cert...which is a joke exam by the way...hard to get experience if you think certain jobs or internships are below you....you should probably watch the video again...good luck
@@cash4835 The help desk position will be miserable considering my computer knowledge and quite boring to be frank. I wouldn't be learning anything new or getting SIEM experience....sighs
@@cash4835 which skills are these?
Thank you gerald 😍, Very Valid points, On point.
You are so welcome
The biggest mistake is trying to learn everything.............. Cybersecurity is a journey and lifestyle beyond the degree and certs
Exactly. No one can learn everything, theres just too much. and thats awesome!
WOW! Very informative! Thanks! Reading your thesis and dissertation on the "Flashlight In a Darkroom!"
Oh that’s flattering. Hope you enjoy it. Took me 18 months and near burnout to write.
might be the best advice ive seen yet and honest
I am starting my journey to become a Cybersecurity Professional, and this information was extremely helpful. I have started with a six hour Computer Networking Fundamentals Course. I'm also working on the Professional Networking. I'm retired Law Enforcement/Real Estate Broker, where should I start my Credentialing in Cybersecurity?
Same here , I am also starting my path in cyber sec. I am actually studying for A+ but I have been told it’s useless . I don’t know where to start
@@nitchecatalan Thanks for your reply. I was told if you have no background in IT, you should start with a Fundamentals Networking Course for a basic foundation. I have really learned a lot from the free online 6hrs. course.Good luck to you!
@@walterharris594 could you recommend to me one link for the course you are talking about ?!
@@nitchecatalan CZcams: Nerd Lesson - Computer Networking Fundamentals - Networking Tutorial for Beginners Full Course (6hrs)
@@nitchecatalan czcams.com/video/k9ZigsW9il0/video.html
Thank you for this information. I am a NOC thecnician. I work in a Datacenter. I am new in the field and my goal is to become a Cybersecurity Architect. Can you give me some suggestions on where to start?
Sounds like you've already started. If you're in the NOC moving towards a SOC would be a natural. I'd really get a feel and understanding for what the data looks like on the network and where the logs are coming from, how they are stored, how to tune detections, understanding false postiives. good start.
This is my first time on your platform. Thank you for the info. So much information it’s hard to choose which area of cyber security I want to enter. Perhaps Cloud Security seems like my interest
Cloud would be a solid approach.
Thank you!
This is so damn insightful. Seriously one of the bests I could have watched and learnt from, since I'm a beginner in this field.💛✨
Thank you for that Anjali. :) 💙
I am so happy I stomped on your channel. It is so helpful and informative
Awesome content as always!
Appreciate it!
Thanks a lot Gerald. This is a smart idea, very helpful and I’m going to work on it
Glad it was helpful!
I think your on track to be a top contributor in the cyber-roadmap community. Your like the friend on the inside of a company that ushers his buddy into a career that otherwise would be out of reach.
Thats great. Guess I need to switch companies and get with a fortune 50 so there's more slots. :-). Glad you feel I'm closing the gap on where people are and where they want to be.
Hey Gerald, thank you for your information
My pleasure!
Thanks Gerald! You content has been very helpful in this learning process
My pleasure!
Thanks for all the great advice Gerald, looking forward to the book!
:) my pleasure and thank you. That labor of love will be fun to see in peoples hands.
Recently started watching your video bro and I want to appreciate your contents are great and I am sharing this with my team as well. I’m a cybersecurity analyst working in a big organisation in india. Appreciate your work here do continue this and soon you will reach more and more heights in youtube as well. Congrats ✌️
i appreciate it and thanks for taking time to comment. i hope these points resonated with you. I havent worked in India, but id be curious if cyber is cyber is cyber, regardless of country.
So like a blog on a self hosted website, or is there a good place in particular to host a blog? I’m halfway through the Google Cybersecurity Analyst course right now.
You can do a website but even consistent posting on LinkedIn w a repost on a Wordpress free site would work
Thanks Gerald for the content , its really helpful !
My pleasure!
Hi Gerald, I just discovered your content today, and I'm very appreciative of your perspective and information! I recently got started on some Microsoft certs centered around cybersecurity and using Azure and Defender for enterprises. They're pretty budget friendly which is great in my case. What do you think about Microsoft certs?
Join us tomorrow morning at 8am est and really see what’s going on. Lot of great networking opportunity and good times tomorrow 8am est (if you can make it). Where??? Simplycyber.io/streams
it is a great video to watch sir..you made my mindset very clear and keep up the good work.. :D
Excellent video. 100% agree
Thanks Daniel. You sound like someone that has walked this walk. Appreciate the support.
I am transitioning from management in UPS to getting into cybersecurity and I love these talking points and tips. I am currently enrolled in the Google Cybersecurity Certificate program and will be taking the security+ exam afterwards. If you have any more tips or ideas for me I would to hear them.
This entire channel is dedicated to this. Go to linktr.ee/simplycyber and grab the discord link from the socials at the top. The community is awesome and networking is super important
What do you (Gerald and Nicholas) think of the Google program ? I have been thinking of starting it.
I loved it personally. I had zero cybersecurity experience before taking it and they explain everything so in depth. I have not secured a job in the field yet but I think if you get your security plus and the google certificate you have a better chance of landing something.@@dihett
Great tips. Thank you for sharing Gerald!
You bet! Thanks for taking time to comment.
Thank you for the advice! I have a list of jobs I think would be awesome to do when I get there but have not made a "formal" goal plan to get there. I need to change up how I am going about this.
You'll love it and as you tick off milestones you will exp that sense of accomplishment knowing you are heading in the direction you want.
Great incite Gerald. What is the alternative? I have more than 500 LinkedIn connection and three cyber sec. certs but I'm planning to leave looking for jabs and my certs are expiring soon. I have when they say that " We have 350,000 cyber sec. professionals shortage in the USA" What the irony?
If they do expire you can keep on your resume and put (expired) next to it.
Thank you for the advice. Going through school now to get my bachelors in cyber security with little to no background in IT. Currently going through a course on coursera called IT Support Professional to kind of get me up to date on some fundamentals for IT and cyber security. Any other advice from anyone brand new to the IT life?
Thank u for this!
Do u have an example of the kind of blogs u mentioned?
Cisoseries.com
Medium.com
Thank you!