3 Things I Wish I Knew. DO NOT Go Into Cyber Security Without Knowing!

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0:00 Intro
0:17 Networking
2:41 Compensation Expectations
6:32 You Don't Need To Know Everything

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@sukwarsiemanym Год назад

Everything you said is spot on. Been in a cyberanalyst position for about 2 months now. I went and got net+ and sec+ on my own and got picked up through a recruiter. Now I work for a company with offices in over 40 countries and distributors in over 115. There are currently 8 people in our security division. Guys, the positions are there. The requirements are insane and unrealistic for some but there are loads of spots to fill. Get on it. 💪💪

@CyberTom Год назад

So glad your doing well my friend!

@sukwarsiemanym Год назад

@@CyberTom thanks man. You got a discord or anything? I'd love to be a part of it.

@CyberTom Год назад

@sukwarsiemanym Discord is in the description!

@sukwarsiemanym Год назад

@@CyberTom it says the invite is expired or invalid.

@CyberTom Год назад

@@sukwarsiemanym fixed!

@user-ut7hm8gw1j 10 месяцев назад

Just a heads up guys, im 31 now and switched careers last year, I worked for the railroad but loved computers my whole life. only background besides railroad was customer service with verzizon and amazon so i had a basic IT understanding. took an IT Cert and managed to land a sick IT job. Im now trying to learn more with IT Security, you can switch, dont be afraid to. you may have to take pay cuts to do it but its worth it

@CyberTom 10 месяцев назад

Thanks for sharing!

@chizobam5393 8 месяцев назад

Hello, I am a beginner. I want to be a Cyber Security, what do I do first? Someone, please help me. I am in and from Nigeria.

@GMY716 8 месяцев назад

How much do you make now

@FloridaInvestor 6 месяцев назад

Which certification did you go for?

@teamhop 6 месяцев назад

Hey I’ve got some really great news to share with you, Jesus Christ, the Son of God, died on a cross and resurrected on the third day so you may all have eternal life. If you believe and repent of your sins and put your faith and trust in Him as you would a parachute jumping off a plane at 25000 feet up in the air, He will give you eternal life in heaven as a free gift and I promise you, He will change your life forever as He did mine. He is the ONLY way to heaven and He loves you all. Please think deeply about this with urgency because this is your eternal life and soul, you don’t know when you could die, meaning you could die at any moment, so please consider this with all your heart. If anyone tells you that Jesus isn’t the only way, they are lying to you and they don’t care about your future.

@Nicole-iz7sc Год назад

Your last point "you don't need to know everything", was definitely the most comforting for me. It can be so overwhelming. Thank you so much!

@CyberTom Год назад

So important! We are all human and can't know everything! That's why we work in teams!

@CyberNancy Год назад

After 15 years of doing this sort of work, I had a manager finally tell me “nobody can know everything “. It helped to hear that.

@sun9808 Год назад

same here, it almost made me cry because i’ve been so overwhelmed with the thought of knowing everything before starting.

@tosinawopetu3341 Год назад

That part really helped but most job descriptions want you to know everything even as an entry level or internship position.. I see some job descriptions and makes my bone weak

@ksnsascity41 4 месяца назад

currently in my second Networking class at age 45 and doing a complete career change. he was spot on about not knowing everything. that was my problem and i was driving myself insane 3 months ago. i go back constantly and try to refamiliarize myself with the Networking concepts and how it works. you can do it just gotta stay consistent and stick with it

@CyberTom 4 месяца назад

Glad your doing well! :)

@xCreepa 3 месяца назад

41 here, been in IT for little bit the past few yrs, making the transition to cyber security. I don't know how accurate this is but the news said Chinese analysts to US is 50:1. This should be interesting, networking tech is something I've always struggled with but I'm confident I can get this.

@bonifacealfred3155 9 дней назад

Hello, mind to recommend for me any online networking course that I can take (especially if its available on cousera)

@user-di1by9ij2s 8 месяцев назад

Your last point "you don't need to know everything", was definitely the most comforting for me. It can be so overwhelming. Thank you so much!❤

@CyberTom 8 месяцев назад

You're so welcome!

@williamsenior717 Год назад

Finally somebody telling the truth about cyber security salaries, I always suspected it.

@CyberTom Год назад

Yes sir! You go from 0-100 in security just takes some experience first!

@firstnamelastname2948 Год назад

Takes a little bit of common sense and research lol

@Stoneface_ Год назад

I mean it's common sense because no company on earth would pay you $100k or $200k without prior or some experience. But you can make that money within 1-2 years

@repoxhacks9277 3 месяца назад

Yeah literally will start out low for a couple year then all of a sudden a massive jump it’s all about sticking it out for a whole

@priscillaolano9833 3 месяца назад

I did CCNA 1 and 2 after IT Essentials. Networking was so much fun. I put my career on hold 6 years ago to be a SAHM and this year I decided that it was time to start learning again, and I'm doing a cybersecurity course online under Cisco. Thank you for this video! I am so overwhelmed with information on this new topic and i was beginning to feel like it's too much for me 😅 but you're so right. We dont have to know everything ❤️ love your content sir.

@CyberTom 3 месяца назад

Learning is a life long journey right! Just take it one step at a time and you build the knowledge! :)

@NO-bw5dn Месяц назад

Shoutout! SAHM is a damn tough job. You’re gonna be great 💪

@bonifacealfred3155 9 дней назад

Hello here, is there anyone who can recommend for me a good course for Networking that I should take if I want to gain insights into this field?

@ASH3802 Год назад

Im in my 1st semester of Cybersecurity program. Networking is SOOO important to have an understanding of. ALSO... understand a few basics of coding as well!! We started with C++ but Python & Ruby are also in the curriculum. Personally this is harder than networking! Love the field though & glad I chose it as my next & FINAL career change. Thanks for the content!!

@CyberTom Год назад

Python scripting is always great to know! However, I wouldn't say it's a requirement in cyber security defense. It's more used for pen testing.

@romanpadilla9985 Год назад

Nice!

@tistenes Год назад

How old were you when you switched careers? I'm 35, finally using my gi bill before it's gone and getting ready to start working towards a degree in this field. I'll be close to 40 once I'm really working in this field.

@CyberTom Год назад

@Tom Istenes perfectly fine man! I didn't switch this is where I went out of college in my 20's!

@Liminal_Faces 11 месяцев назад

What careers have you switched from? Looking at getting out of sales.

@T-Snizzle Год назад

Great video! I'm currently pursuing my 2nd IT job out of college, looking to eventually get into cybersec. The job I'm interviewing for is literally a 50% increase in pay and I spent just 2 years at my first job making mid $50s. Experience with technology in any meaningful capacity within this space is everything. Also, the only thing I would add is that if you are going down the developer route, you can expect a much higher salary out of college (say $65-80k), given that you have a portfolio of projects or internships to fall back on.

@CyberTom Год назад

Keep up the great work man!

@theguywhoasked5591 Год назад

Thanks for the video dude. I’m currently 18 years old and a senior in high school and just applied to college for cyber security. I nearly spit out my drink when you said entry level should play around 50K-60K. Where I live that’s damn good money. If I can make that working entry level I will be over the moon. And as I move up I assume that salary only gets higher I’d say that’s fantastic!

@CyberTom Год назад

It's get higher fast! Keep going!

@josephfrechette9916 Год назад

I don't do cyber security but I can verify if you do anything in a field like computers or healthcare its impossible to know everything. If you show you can learn and have at least some unique skill you can often find jobs willing to train you while still offering good pay. For example many years ago I landed a decent job in a doctors office because I had loads of retail experience and sterile processing training. Oddly enough the doctor was looking for someone that could reorganize his medical supplies and ensure his equipment was kept up based on the latest medical standards while also dealing with upset patients. The job payed good plus the doctor trained me for the certifications one would normally need.

@oehlda2000 11 месяцев назад

Remember, the company is earning at least twice that off your labor. If they're paying you 60k, then your labor is worth 120k to them.

@TheFunctioningAddictDiaries 8 месяцев назад

Tip from a 36 yr old College Student, put everything on hold til you're finished with your education. The rest can wait. And go as far as you can!

@hallabel8154 3 месяца назад

can you explain further?@@TheFunctioningAddictDiaries

@AVNetworkGuy 3 месяца назад

Networking has become crucial for cyber security, but also for AV Networks and Broadcast. You have to understand layer 2 and layer 3. To do AWS it’s the same. It’s a crucial foundation to have. That’s why I make videos on Networking to help fellow engineers and aspiring engineers.

@CyberTom 3 месяца назад

For sure man!

@bonifacealfred3155 9 дней назад

Hello would you mind to recommend for me a good online course on Networking that i can take (there are lost of courses on coursera but am not sure certain on which one to take)

@AVNetworkGuy 8 дней назад

@@bonifacealfred3155 If you're interested in learning networking basics and preparing for the CCNA exam, The Complete Networking Fundamentals Course by David Bombal on Udemy and the CCNA courses on Coursera are both good options. The Udemy course covers essential topics like network fundamentals, IP addressing, and subnetting, while the Coursera courses offer a broader range of subjects, including networking fundamentals, network security, and more. These courses are designed to provide you with the skills and knowledge required to pass the CCNA exam. I am not sponsored by any of those websites. I'm sure there are many other sites.

@Tchaiii 10 месяцев назад

Just graduated with a bachelor's in cis and I've been on the job hunt, let me tell you that you just inspired me so much! I won't lie it's been really rough and I contemplated giving up but after listening to your words, and hearing about your journey I'm going to stay the course, keep studying for the fundamental certs, and hopefully things align. Thank you so much... wow the timing on this was unreal.

@CyberTom 10 месяцев назад

I'm so glad I was able to help! Stay motivated and you'll get in!

@filibustergaming3848 7 месяцев назад

Any luck finding jobs?

@Tchaiii 7 месяцев назад

As a matter of fact, yes! I started a role shortly after this comment. I added on my resume that I was currently studying for A+ cert, which got me many calls back.@@filibustergaming3848

@teamhop 6 месяцев назад

@garretthatch3484 Год назад

Graduating in the fall and got a summer internship. Very excited. Cisco packet tracer really helped me learn networking on my own! Great video

@CyberTom Год назад

Great to hear!

@StriderRyu7 Год назад

Thank you for sharing your experience. Although Security is a field I want to break into,I know networking is at it’s core. I’ve been stumped in my CCNA studies but you gave me a push to refocus my energy and get the knowledge and the cert. Much success! You gained a follower.

@CyberTom Год назад

Welcome my friend!

@samuelkissi49 Месяц назад

Tom, you're awesome. I totally agree with everything you mentioned especially stating "You don't need to know everything". Thanks and *take care ⚕🙏

@CyberTom Месяц назад

Thanks for watching!

@Naphisa-ig2gj 2 дня назад

I was looking this thank you 😊

@mbk907 Год назад

Great tips! I’m currently working towards my AA in cyber security and I always worry that I’m not gonna get hired everywhere cause I didn’t 100% understand everything. So your tip #3 was what I certainly needed to hear!

@CyberTom Год назад

Glad it was helpful!

@scottspa74 Год назад

I just finished an associate's degree in cybersecurity and digital forensics, and early on was subjected to networking and realized I enjoyed networking and the CCNA curriculum way more. I managed to squeeze in a few extra classes and get both degrees (cybersecurity and digi for, && Network admin tech). Now that I've got the degrees, I gotta focus on the actual certs, (they seem to be more valuable).

@CyberTom Год назад

That's great! What certs are you interested in?

@scottspa74 Год назад

@@CyberTom so, I'm involved in a "sort of" internship right now, and they'll pay for all the study material and voucher for security+, so I'm doing that now/first, and have to test before April. Next on my list is CCNA. If I were smart, I'd have sat for that right after taking all three quarters of the curriculum at school (while it was still fresh), but I was new to school, and to the tech industry, and didn't know better - now I'll need a refresh before I do it. I thought I'd do a CompTIA network+ first cuz I thought it would be easy to knock out, but I just bought the study material and actually think it's gonna be harder than the 200-301 CCNA; network+ expects you to know a TON of stuff that CCNA doesn't (legacy stuff, frame relay, isdn, POTS circuit-switched stuff, the channel allocations for ccan and csan (i hope I got those 2 right)). So I'll just do CCNA review for about 4wks and get that before network+, seeing as how CCNA is more valuable, anyway. Then, IDK, maybe PNPT and CEH and OSCP (not as interested in the forensics certs I got a degree in lol, CISSP, for example). I've got a handful of MITRE ATT&CK badges and certs, but IDK how much those really matter , as they're not really industry certs. Maybe a juniper networking cert. IDK, do you have other/different suggestions (I mean, aside from the few that I'm set on doing)? Good advice in the video, btw, as best as I can tell. Oh, I have a cert by PearsonVue for 'network security', and one from FEMA/TEXAS A&M for network assurance', but I doubt they have much cred at all.

@pit1513 Год назад

Get the cert (or study for it but be sure to mention it on your resume).I got my first job (helpdesk support) as a contractor for IBM because I was in an A+ program at DeKalb Technical College. That college’s name has since changed. But I also already had a degree majored in computer information systems. The hiring manager look right past my degree to my “potential” cert ( which I didn’t have or ever went back to get) 16 years later as an IT PM I have no regrets. I’ve been on a 4 yr sabbatical and since Nov started transitioning into cybersecurity and will look to use my network to get back in IT. Best of luck!

@KenMelendez 6 месяцев назад

Hey Tom, this video helped a lot. I like your vibe. Great video and thank you for posting.

@CyberTom 6 месяцев назад

Glad it could help man!

@AngelRamirez-ot5mo Год назад

Subscribed!!! Thanks for the information!

@CyberTom Год назад

Welcome aboard! Enjoy the content!

@ThelongWatches Год назад

Networking is so important in Cybersecurity, you have to understand what you want to secure.

@CyberTom Год назад

Right! Totally agree!

@RobertMoritz1 Год назад

Great video Tom. Everything you said is spot on, especially what you said about knowing networking. I'm so tired of seeing so many people on RU-vid saying 'you really don't need to know networking to get into Cyber.' Although that might be true for some the majority will need to know it. If you think you're going to be a blue teamer and analyze packets in Wireshark to defend your company's network, you better have some idea of how a network works. You better understand how the OSI model works and how packets travel up and down the OSI model, through switches, through firewalls, to the internet and are redirected through routers to the destination server. I can't emphasize enough how important at least having some idea of networking is.

@CyberTom Год назад

So true! And thank you!

@Its_chakecia 10 месяцев назад

Instant subscribe. Informative with a soothing voice? I'm here for it! Thank you for sharing :)

@CyberTom 10 месяцев назад

Thanks for the sub! Glad I could help 😌

@TrueKeyMan Год назад

This video is awesome. Thank you for the tips and advice. Especially the last tip, it can be very daunting the amount of knowledge you're told you need to "know" and can be discouraging.

@CyberTom Год назад

You're so welcome!

@kitelinks 9 месяцев назад

Awesome video man. Its important to research and maintain learning techniques too, everyone. The better you know how to learn effectively, quickly, and for long term, the better you'll be able to not only master your goal role, or retain the basics for when you're contributing to a team discussion, or memorizing the actual infrastructure of networking. This is goals content 🙏 community is key for success!

@CyberTom 9 месяцев назад

Your absolutely right! Glad you loved it :)!

@pigskinrode0 Год назад

Hey Tom, great Vid ! You made a lot of great points. I made a career change almost a year and half ago at 40. Was in the Automotive field for 18+ years. 10 as Auto Technician and the next 8 as a service writer. My first and current IT job is a Service Desk Technician/ Help Desk. I just got my A+ Cert back in September. I'm working on my Sec+ right now. As I was back and forth between Net+ and Sec+ studying. But I plan on getting my Net+ next. I already agreed to my next job, which all I can say is it requires a yearlong background check. But you made a lot of great points, especially with thinking you need to know everything. That was one of the main reasons why I didn't get into IT in my early to mid 30's (Because I didn't think I would know everything). But now I'm there and everything is up, I just need to keep working and get to my goals. Anything is possible if you want it bad enough. Keep making great vids !

@CyberTom Год назад

Dude that's awesome! Keep grinding out those certs they will go noticed! And I'll continue to pump out videos for you!

@arfreeman11 Год назад

Similar. Turned 41 in January. ASE Master certified mechanic specialized in transmission repair. I started taking classes at my local community college in 2021 and got a help desk job in February 2022. The pay cut that first 6 months hurt, but I have my A+ and snagged an admin cert for a system called ServiceNow. The pay comes up fast. I am looking forward to where I go from here.

@pigskinrode0 Год назад

@@arfreeman11 You got this ! Just have a plan and most of all and be patient. Don't compare yourself to others that have been doing it longer, as the only person you should compete against is yourself from yesterday. Remember everyone started at the bottom at one point. Just do your best and ask questions.

@rarecoolitems Год назад

Hello I am in my 40s as well and I want to change careers. Did you go for a degree or a certification.

@pigskinrode0 Год назад

@@rarecoolitems I had 8 years of customer service experience. So that was the big reason I was able to get a job without a Cert. I'm doing Certifications and I know a lot of people that feel it's a good path to use.

@tristanparrish7350 7 месяцев назад

Just passed my A+ and going for Network+ next. Thanks for the information! Wish me luck!

@CyberTom 7 месяцев назад

Awesome! Good luck 🙏🏻

@newtontavernier Год назад

OH thanks man , you gave me some hope, i was stressing myself out trying to grasp everything

@CyberTom Год назад

Dude! I'm stoked I could help you :)

@arikeade2313 9 месяцев назад

I just want to start learning cyber security and am so happy for your advice.I wish myself good luck

@CyberTom 9 месяцев назад

You can do it!

@yuss3266 Месяц назад

@@CyberTomhello, sir what would you advise a person that would be interested in cyber security via boot camp . ?

@CharlesBaldwin-qe6ts Год назад

Thanks for your content because I have that pressure of trying to think that I need to know everything so thanks for that statement that I don't need to know everything .....THANKS the pressure is gone!

@CyberTom Год назад

Wow! I'm glad it resignated with you! My pleasure! 😊

@zuluku Год назад

Thank you for the advice!!

@CyberTom Год назад

Your welcome:)

@AG-cj5gd Год назад

I Am just starting cybersecurity and I am having the same struggle with networking and its just the fundamentals. Its refreshing to see someone who achieved this gives me hope. Thanks

@CyberTom Год назад

Glad I could help! :)

@hoardingapples7083 Год назад

I'm currently learning about pentesting and getting in to this field and I'm really loving it. Thanks for the tips in the video. Especially the part about not knowing everything, I always find out about more things to learn and it often gets overwhelming.

@CyberTom Год назад

Awesome! Keep learning you'll do great!

@elnero6875 Год назад

The experience is something I was worried about lol, so I’ve looked towards getting as many internships as possible. I’m a sophomore right now and I’ll be starting an IT internship with my county this Monday actually, and during the summer I’ll pick up another during the summer to work 2 at the same time, and alongside that I’m in a pre apprenticeship program where my school sort of helps us get cybersecurity apprenticeships in the area which some people who went before my group were able to turn into 6 figure jobs right out of graduation. Point is you gotta get some relevant work experience on top of a degree and certifications.

@CyberTom Год назад

Your absolutely right!

@deedee8061 11 месяцев назад

Thank you for sharing this information!!

@CyberTom 11 месяцев назад

You are so welcome!

@recapro 9 месяцев назад

Very useful mate! thanks for that

@CyberTom 9 месяцев назад

No problem 👍

@SuperDavidBrothers 10 месяцев назад

Hi Tom, thanks for the video! I always feel bad for myself that I don't know everything in IT because there's so much to learn on IT and it's not easy but I guess I need to know a lot about IT, not everything, but just a lot (and also like you said more importantly, the basics). Another thing that I feel down about myself is I wish I would get promoted to a higher position instead of just staying in the tier 1 position at my IT job but I still haven't proven to my employer yet I can do the job efficiently or sometimes even correctly so I just need extra help in that and I guess it kind of falls into what you said we need to understand the basics first and if we get promoted to higher positions then we can learn more knowledge later on in our careers.

@CyberTom 10 месяцев назад

Gotta start some where we all did!

@ric7541 Год назад

Great video man! And I totally agree that computer networking is a topic that gets passed over in this path. I was able to pass Security+ rather easily with my military background but I had no ideas what was going on in the PBQs. I have turned around and started studying for Network+ but haven't been able to pass that one in 3 attempts. I am currently in a Cyber Intelligence bachelors program and even these telecommunications courses do not push networking very heavily. What do you suggest I do for hands on or as close to possible CCNA style training to fill my gaps? I can't even seem to find local bootcamps in the large city I live in that provide in person Net+ and CCNA training which is quite shocking to me.

@CyberTom Год назад

Cisco packet tracer is a great tool for some hands on work!

@jamesb5799 11 месяцев назад

Thank you for the pep talk. Loved advice #3

@CyberTom 11 месяцев назад

That's what I do :)

@amandabutler4038 Год назад

Tom loved your video. I am in the process for jumping into Cybersecurity, and your video it was been so helpful. Your video is very understandable. Thanks a lot.

@CyberTom Год назад

Thanks Amanda! Glad I can help! 😁

@kristiemiller4752 5 месяцев назад

As a woman in her 30s who is graduating with a bachelors in public safety administration, and my focus is homeland and emergency management. I was very happy with my degree but I know that I needed more so I’m watching your video I just wanted to put out there thank you very much for putting me to ease, because I don’t know anything about this field but I do have an interest. have you ever thought about teaching because that’s what you’re doing right now and you’re very good at it especially building confidence

@CyberTom 5 месяцев назад

Thank you so much :). I like teaching, that's why I do youtube! Lol

@804EBEATS Год назад

What worked for me over the years was to be a generalist in various cyber domains and tools and become a subject to matter expert in one or two security domains and a specific technology. That in itself helped me make over a million dollars in the cyber security field.

@CyberTom Год назад

Absolutely! Glad it worked out well for you!

@wizardofwifi 9 месяцев назад

Awesome video Tom. I mentor people in CyberSec, and a networking foundation is what most of them have trouble with! Great advice.

@CyberTom 9 месяцев назад

Glad it was helpful!

@jonathanr1420 Год назад

Wow that’s crazy bro thank you. I’m shock at the last part, thanks for the info ! 😁

@CyberTom Год назад

Awesome! Glad it could be of help to you. That's the goal!

@smndr2268 Год назад

Why not just put the basic skills list you should have before starting cyber security. I have been doing system and network administration for 10 years and decided to do pentesting as hobby. Then I realised I should have knowledge of web security and programming etc.

@CyberTom Год назад

@Sm Ndr Im doing a video coming up that is going to out line some basic tools you should know for JR pentesting!

@zeburgerkang 3 месяца назад

imagine applying for a job without experiecne but can never get experience becuase noone will employ you for the exp.

@CyberTom 3 месяца назад

Tough the key is consistency!

@rbt-0007 Год назад

What you’re saying about lacking prior experience is really truthful. I don’t know how many times I have been rejected without any prior experience, but luckily there exists companies that offer cybersecurity internships for students without practical experience. Also, personal projects using knowledge of cybersecurity concepts such as defense in depth, least privilege, SSL, etc. are a great way to demonstrate one’s knowledge and be considered.

@CyberTom Год назад

For sure! Any hands-on experience helps! :)

@ericnelson4419 Год назад

C@@CyberTom Bev bbb

@tosinawopetu3341 Год назад

Pls how did you do the personal project

@tm92489 Год назад

Thank you for being so real as compared to other self-serving videos on YT. Please keep doing the good job. May God bless you.

@CyberTom Год назад

Means so much thank you!

@Nate_Vee Год назад

Thank you for this video. I was just about to jump past the Networking part. I just subscribed to your channel.

@CyberTom Год назад

Welcome! Glad to have you on board :)!

@yuta3699 Год назад

Great video and thanks for being honest with your subscribers,I have a question,I am trying to get into cybersecurity but still deciding to either get a degree for it or go through the shorter certification route,what are the chances of landing a job on either routes?

@CyberTom Год назад

I think it's always worth it to get both. Unfortunately most companies still want that degree. That being said an online degree works just the same! Certifications are good for real world application. My opinion do both for your best chance. If you pick 1 do the degree.

@yuta3699 Год назад

@@CyberTomthank you so much.

@CyberTom Год назад

@@yuta3699 of course!

@jonathandavis3312 Год назад

I agree with you. I do the technical screens for a my team. We work at a very large cybersecurity company you've almost definitely heard of. I finally had to tell the recruiters to start asking people basic port numbers and basic networking questions before they even sent them to us because it was wasting our time. If someone doesn't at least know port 80, 443, 22 etc and private ip address ranges from public address ranges. They're not getting the job.

@CyberTom Год назад

Basics are key!

@bicyclekikz14 Год назад

Without any it experience or degree related, what can I do to start getting my foot in the career?

@paulexxy 11 месяцев назад

Please guys am looking for a place to work as a junior cybersecurity and penetration

@user-tq3yc1gv4w 10 месяцев назад

Great stuff, excellent advice, thanks for this excellent video!

@CyberTom 10 месяцев назад

Glad you enjoyed it!

@debtfreeinitwmike Год назад

Great video, you touched some key points especially on Networking. Like I always say Networking and Security goes hand in hand. 💯

@CyberTom Год назад

Absolutely, that is an attackers playing field!

@wannurdalila3338 Год назад

I have a degree in information system and I lost my passion in IT right after. I feel lost and useless because I'm not good in coding and doing documentation is not my forte. I've researched jobs that I think I can do and I'm aiming to be in cybersecurity. I'm applying internships and studying COMPTIA Security+ right now. I'm scared for my future but I hope I can land a job in cybersecurity. I followed and subscribed to you. All the best in life,Tom and thanks for the tips. :)

@CyberTom Год назад

Glad to have you on board and I hope I can continue to help you in your journey my friend all the best!

@conradmbugua9098 Год назад

you can learn python, it's easy to learn and you will definitely use it for automation

@christinabarth2459 Год назад

I'm about to start a boo camp and very excited about my future in Cyber Security. Just researching the field so I know what to expect. Thanks for the great info. You mentioned consistently working on your knowledge. Is that something you have time to do while at work or do you need to be ready to devote off time for additional training?

@CyberTom Год назад

I would say both! Once you gain a love for it you will like to learn whenever you can.

@yasminvilla8481 5 месяцев назад

It’s been about 6 months since you commented. Have you gotten a job after attending the bootcamp? I’m in the same place as you, I’m thinking of getting into a bootcamp but I’m quite nervous about job searching. Have you gotten a job yet? Do you love or hate cybersecurity?

@christinabarth2459 5 месяцев назад

@@yasminvilla8481 The company offering the bootcamp in partnership with goodwill backed out. I’m assuming because they weren’t being paid full tuition. I ended up in a Microsoft 365 cohort instead. I got one certification but waiting on the voucher for the second exam. It was rough since they had a lot of students in the cohort who didn’t have basic skills to log in or even troubleshoot themselves. Finished last month and still applying for new jobs while doing some self paced study. Never give up, keep learning, it will pay off eventually.

@CesarRamirez-zj7xe Год назад

Thanks! That encouraged me, I was thinking about that idea, too.

@CyberTom Год назад

Awesome! 😁

@Sokifashion 9 месяцев назад

Straight forward..thank you sir

@CyberTom 9 месяцев назад

No problem!

@hunta4lif3 Год назад

I'm currently in IT in a service desk level 2 role making 60K. I'm also going for my information systems degree and security + certification. Would I still be at 60K if I were to transition to the Cyber Security field?

@CyberTom Год назад

That would be entering security with no experience. I would definitely say you should be well over that 75/80 with experience!

@hunta4lif3 Год назад

@@CyberTom thanks fam! I'll definitely try to get some cyber security experience. Probably internships or projects.

@theparkourlifestyle Месяц назад

@@hunta4lif3hey there! What rate did you manage to start at with the new position?

@CyberTom Год назад

We're you unaware of any of these tips!? Which one shocked you most?

@umidjonmamatqulov9457 Год назад

the 3rd one was motivational

@CyberTom Год назад

@@umidjonmamatqulov9457 sweet!

@cyberinflux6300 Год назад

I can say from learning Cybersecurity on my own and now working in the field with no certs or degree. Is to learn a specific area that you enjoy and excel in that area. Because i found out the hard way by trying to learn everything to it will not give you the most opportunities.

@habiblight4599 Год назад

I need a project on cybersecurity

@luckyyouluckyme177 Год назад

its funny you say this, im starting out 4-5 months into learning, ive already drilled the OSI table into my head and trying to learn more and more of networking, im not in this for the money, money is cool tho, and im trying my hardest to learn everything related to this field, i want to be that guy that knows its all and dosnt need anyone to hold my hand. Great points you made tho i can see alot of people falling into these topics

@lanceporter3651 8 месяцев назад

Good info. Appreciate it man

@CyberTom 8 месяцев назад

Any time!

@mikecodispoti6080 Год назад

I've been looking into getting into IT and with the dozens of different certs out there I feel overwhelmed with where I should start. This video definitely helps point me in the direction of where I should start. Thank you

@CyberTom Год назад

Hey man I'm glad I could help!

@leratomphahlele5431 4 месяца назад

Thank you for this. Trying to change careers and want to go into cyber security. This was very enlightening. Thank you so much!!

@CyberTom 4 месяца назад

You're so welcome!

@bilongo3946 Год назад

Thank you for your advice. That's the truth. I felt the same

@CyberTom Год назад

You are so welcome!

@departfromevil2000 Год назад

Awesome advice, This was very helpful!

@CyberTom Год назад

Glad it was helpful! 😁

@scootergirl3662 9 месяцев назад

It’s refreshing to watch of a video on cyber that comes from a place of humility and teaching - even down to recommending the mic while not being sponsored Too many people on here are just trying to show off, and aren’t even good at explaining.

@CyberTom 9 месяцев назад

Glad I could assist:)

@fifimayele8053 Год назад

Thank you for the information. I totally agree with you

@CyberTom Год назад

You are so very welcome :)

@SandeepKumar-zb5uf Год назад

Thanks, Tom for giving a clear understanding of the Cyber world. I just started as an ICT support officer and am confused about the cyber world. After watching your video gave me a clear idea.

@CyberTom Год назад

Awesome! Glad I can help and hopefully can help more! :)

@njambagachoki9010 Год назад

Thanks a lot for sharing your knowledge. I especially loved the 3rd point, it relieved some of the pressure I've been giving myself of late.

@CyberTom Год назад

So glad I could help you out Njamba! :)

@The_emannn Год назад

New here and I'm glad I stumbled on this! I'm gonna subscribe and follow to help my progress in Cyber security!

@CyberTom Год назад

Glad to hear it :)! Welcome!

@KrishnaKumar-eg1iw 11 месяцев назад

Thanks man...I am a cyber security aspirant...and i was really getting flooded with too much info from youtube..details you provided were spot on and inspiring...thanks for getting my spirits up again....

@CyberTom 11 месяцев назад

My pleasure! And welcome to the channel:)

@mariorodriguez8627 Год назад

Thank you for the info. Understanding the basics of networking, desktop support in IT helps.

@CyberTom Год назад

Glad I could help! :)

@RoyPerez-drumnote Год назад

Thank you for the info brother 🔥

@CyberTom Год назад

Absolutely man! Hope you continue to enjoy the content!

@MedicStorm 11 месяцев назад

Awesome video! I just got into a Security Program in college and your videos gave me a more reality of expectation then what I’ve heard. Thank you for the great knowledge!

@CyberTom 11 месяцев назад

That's awesome!

@LeoMagat 7 месяцев назад

Thank you very much for your advise. It helps.

@CyberTom 7 месяцев назад

Of course! Thank you!

@patrickdorcent3430 9 месяцев назад

Awesome video I enjoy it thank you for the encouragement

@CyberTom 9 месяцев назад

You are so welcome!

@CyberNancy Год назад

Great channel and wisdom my friend.

@CyberTom Год назад

Glad your enjoying ! It's just the start!

@brandonlazaropolis9534 4 дня назад

Starting college now so I appreciate any heads up or things I should know! Thank you truly

@CyberTom 3 дня назад

Get your A+ and try to get a help desk role until you’re out of school!

@amal8719 Месяц назад

Thank you 🙏🏼 Your a nice person with good heart.

@CyberTom Месяц назад

You are so welcome

@russellsmith4195 6 месяцев назад

Thank you Great video 💯

@CyberTom 6 месяцев назад

Glad you liked it!

@jervahnmorgan 11 месяцев назад

Great stuff! This is how you teach Cybersecurity in a simplistic way.

@CyberTom 11 месяцев назад

Glad you liked it!

@marymachadoramos5539 Год назад

Your video was very helpful and it has ease my concern about being a newbie in Tech. I love learning new things and love technology so I decided to actually jump in and have career in Tech. Waiting to start my program next month in cybersecurity and in the meantime continue learning. Thanks for the video it was helpful 👍🏾 keep it up

@CyberTom Год назад

Glad I could help Mary! Keep striving for your goals and stick around!

@moneydoge9831 9 месяцев назад

'No one knows everything' good stuff. Appreciate this video, thanks Tom!

@CyberTom 9 месяцев назад

Your welcome!

@flyingnymbus Год назад

This was very informative, thank you

@CyberTom Год назад

You are so welcome!

@jeffreybecknell1171 2 месяца назад

thanks for the insight and taking the time to share your lessons learned with everyone....cheers

@CyberTom 2 месяца назад

Glad it was helpful!

@justelle_1 Год назад

Thank you so much for this!

@CyberTom Год назад

Your welcome! Glad it was helpful! 😁

@Tmartinez114 6 месяцев назад

Thank you. I'm a tech engineer right now and been looking to get my net+ and sec+. I'm hoping to go down this path

@CyberTom 6 месяцев назад

Awesome we would love to have you!

@Allon2324 7 месяцев назад

I appreciate your channel and your information. Good reality check

@CyberTom 7 месяцев назад

Thanks for watching!

@StroInTheShell Год назад

This was incredibly helpful. Looking forward to more content!

@CyberTom Год назад

Stoked I could help! And you better believe more content is coming!

@tfar8899 Год назад

Great information. Very honest & positive 😊

@CyberTom Год назад

Thank you 😀

@drumskas Год назад

dude I loved this video with all my heart. Thank you. I am beyond grateful for this video. For your honest input on this matter

@CyberTom Год назад

Kelvin I'm glad I could help! :)

@mariacolin2675 10 месяцев назад

Thank you Cyber Tom!

@CyberTom 10 месяцев назад

My pleasure!

@0xg484 Год назад

Cool channel and great quality, I'm about to finish my 2nd year of my Cybersec course funneling into an Ethical Hacking route. Very true about finding the niches that you are interested in, I can see it surfacing even in myself being in the study "field" for the last two years. What was your entry level job like, would you cover a video on that?

@CyberTom Год назад

Your absolutely right! I have enjoying working as an analyst first, and I prefer hacking as a hobby! Now would I like hacking full time I'm not sure! Lol

@MrRoyale Год назад

Thank you for this video. This actually applies to life in general. How much better would this world be if we just follow the basics. Thank you again. I'm actually researching the IT and Cybersecurity Cert courses. I've always been interested in both.

@CyberTom Год назад

Very true! Glad it could help you man and look put for more content!

@colette56 6 месяцев назад

Thanks soooo much. Just needed someone to keep it real.

@CyberTom 6 месяцев назад

Glad it was helpful!

@jaspreetsingh7636 Год назад

Thanks for the great advice I’ve been worried about not knowing enough and going crazy but now I’ll calm down and focus more on networking and getting some sort of experience

@CyberTom Год назад

So glad I could help :)

@jeremiah4929 Год назад

Extremely helpful! Thanks for the advice. Definitely a peace of mind of, I don’t need to know everything.

@CyberTom Год назад

Glad I could help :)

@bbemmanuell Год назад

Thanks for this. I am about to take my CC certification exam to start a career in cybersecurity. This video makes my day. I am well prepared now to delve. Once again a trillion thanks. Well done

@CyberTom Год назад

So glad I could help! :)

@christhembones8244 5 месяцев назад

Yes, as a Software Engineer and someone who’s interviewed several candidates, most job requirements listed are a perfect world scenario. Very rarely does most candidates have all experiences with every latest trend or obsolete software, etc.

@CyberTom 5 месяцев назад

Agree!