Ep. 192 How we got into Cyber Security (tips for newbies)
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Ep. 192 How we got into Cyber Security (tips for newbies)

1:57:51 Oct 14, 2025
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Get your ticket to the BlackGirlsHack Gala here: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/rise-and-reign-a-blackgirlshack-celebrationIn this episode, HD and co-host Cyber Shorty dive into their personal cybersecurity journeys, tackling the challenges newcomers face in the job market, and offering advice on the importance of degrees, internships, and certifications. They share detailed resume tips, discuss the impact of AI and recent tech layoffs, and analyze major security breaches like the Discord and Salesforce incidents. Listener questions on breaking into GRC, cloud careers, and education choices are answered, providing comprehensive guidance for those aspiring to thrive in the cybersecurity field.00:00 Introduction and Industry Challenges13:45 Personal Journeys into Cybersecurity33:40 Interview Preparation and Tips36:59 Mastering the Interview: Skills and Strategies43:07 The Discord Data Breach: What You Need to Know49:48 Teen Hackers and Ransomware: A New Era of Cybercrime57:22 The Reality Behind Tech Layoffs01:04:55 Megan Thee Stallion vs. Milagro Cooper: A Forensic Perspective01:17:45 AI and Copyrights: A Growing Concern01:19:18 Meta Glasses: Features and Pricing01:26:16 Salesforce's Ransomware Dilemma01:26:37 Cash Money vs. No Limit: A Versus Battle01:34:54 Career Advice: Transitioning to GRC01:38:12 Career Advice: Balancing Education and Work01:41:29 Certifications and Career Growth in Cloud Computing01:49:13 Voicemails: Career Questions Answered01:57:04 Final Thoughts and Sign-Off ?? Follow us on social media:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/techtualchatter/TIkTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@techtualchatterTwitter: https://twitter.com/TechtualChatterLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/henri-davis/Follow Cybershortieee @Cybershortieee Instagram @cybershortieee Follow the Pod:https://www.instagram.com/techtualtalk/
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