From Blue Collar to Cybersecurity (What I Would Do Today)

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  • @JoshMadakor
    @JoshMadakor  4 місяці тому +6

    🔒 Josh's Hands-On Cybersecurity Course + Internship 🔒
    joshmadakor.tech/cyber

    • @Realworlddummy
      @Realworlddummy 3 місяці тому

      Yeah because of you contribute to clickbait the market is saturated therefore you can sell your course. shame, these numbers are outrageous, entry position is literally minimum wage and not even will break you into cybersecurity.

  • @neilburns372
    @neilburns372 3 місяці тому +111

    4 years ago I was welding. I found your videos, and your AD lab. Wound up getting my Net+, Sec+, and landing an IT job. Worked hard, got my PenTest+, and got into a security role. I don't think I'd be where I am without you. Glad to see you're doing well.

    • @juggusa
      @juggusa 3 місяці тому

      i been thinking about being an electrician or going to wgu for a tech degree what’s your opinion on that?

    • @neilburns372
      @neilburns372 3 місяці тому +13

      @juggusa4581 I cannot stress how nice a job where you don't go outdoors, or lift something heavy is. IT uses a lot of brainpower, but your body will thank you.

    • @juggusa
      @juggusa 3 місяці тому +1

      @@neilburns372 that’s exactly what i was thinking of thank you for your opinion bro

    • @juggusa
      @juggusa 3 місяці тому +1

      @@neilburns372 for someone who knows nothing about coding or tech it’s scary seeing how hard it is to get a job for someone with the skill set i feel like it would be impossible for me knowing i have no skills on that stuff, i don’t want to waste time on a degree and not get a job or have my job be replaced by AI in the future tbh but other than that im all in for it

    • @neilburns372
      @neilburns372 3 місяці тому +2

      @juggusa4581 absolutely, keep at it and you'll get there 👍

  • @Kifi777
    @Kifi777 3 місяці тому +32

    IBM have a cybersecurity fundamentals course too which is completely free!

  • @rushrumble1699
    @rushrumble1699 3 місяці тому +16

    Construction to IT.

  • @headshotcaptain8389
    @headshotcaptain8389 3 місяці тому +41

    Entry level I.T. is far too heavily saturated right now unfortunately, being an employers market plagued with ghost jobs, unrealistic "entry level" qualifications/requirements, low pay and horrible hiring practices make breaking in seemingly impossible. The gatekeeping continues where everyone who started is an expert and giving someone a chance is asking for too much apparently.

    • @akeno3872
      @akeno3872 3 місяці тому +7

      I'm also seeing a rise of L2 jobs with L1 salaries and sometimes, even worse than that.

    • @howardtheduck5958
      @howardtheduck5958 3 місяці тому

      @@akeno3872I’m seeing companies attempting to force their L1s to act as L2/L3, qualified or not. No pay adjustment, of course.

    • @chisomogbonna8992
      @chisomogbonna8992 3 місяці тому +2

      This is discouraging ngl … now I’m regretting not doing my backend in peace and switched later but I didn’t enjoy it at all

    • @Realworlddummy
      @Realworlddummy 3 місяці тому +12

      it’s saturated because all these clickbait youtubers

    • @Urmomz
      @Urmomz 3 місяці тому +4

      Its saturated because alot of companies are outsourcing these jobs for much less..Think about it..Why wouldn't they take advantage of the salary discrepancies? Companies are having record high profits.

  • @morethanmello
    @morethanmello 3 місяці тому +8

    Mechanic/AAA Roadside to IT
    Got my AS in math and science and 10 years of customer service to. I hope to be a cloud security analyst in 5 years with a BS In cybersecurity from wgu and certs

  • @d.s.dathaniel7552
    @d.s.dathaniel7552 2 місяці тому +4

    Keep in mind that certificate is not the same as certification, a certificate of completion doesn't provide confidence to the person reading your resume because it's mostly unchecked versus a certification at least would require an actual exam to pass. I would not put any certificate on my resume if I am looking for a role.

    • @Preshus444
      @Preshus444 5 днів тому +1

      He has trained several people who have broken into tech by earning certificates and completing his course. I’d much rather follow his advice. Respectfully

    • @d.s.dathaniel7552
      @d.s.dathaniel7552 5 днів тому

      @ Do what you would, we all live our consequences.

  • @joshuabarrett7486
    @joshuabarrett7486 3 місяці тому

    This currently relates to my major change with school and optimism for my career journey! There was a lot of helpful tangible information in what you presented! Thank you so much, as I have been studying cybersecurity for a while now independently. This should help further move along the process for me and give legit credit for pursuing a job/career!

  • @evans_northwest
    @evans_northwest 3 місяці тому

    Really solid advice here. I believe you can definitely utilize the employability framework mentioned to fit your needs. I wouldn’t be afraid to look into SysAdmin jobs as well, and then focus on security-specific functions. Great stuff!

  • @dellamen943
    @dellamen943 3 місяці тому

    Great video, Josh

  • @brandhark7935
    @brandhark7935 Місяць тому +2

    You really need to have all 5 things at the bottom there to be a perfect well rounded candidate. I’m missing the education piece so I’m back at school at WGU.

    • @rottershier6775
      @rottershier6775 Місяць тому +1

      May i know if its not too invasive, how old are you?

    • @brandhark7935
      @brandhark7935 Місяць тому +1

      @@rottershier6775 32

  • @leandroravelo3017
    @leandroravelo3017 2 місяці тому +1

    Could you please make a video about the new CS degree from WGU and how to transfer and prestudy for it.

  • @JeffersonRah
    @JeffersonRah 3 місяці тому +3

    Lvn to cybersecurity. Graduated mit x pro 2 years ago. Still no luck.

  • @TheITCornerbyJR
    @TheITCornerbyJR 3 місяці тому

    Good stuff Josh! ✊🏼😎

  • @BreannaPerkins-y9r
    @BreannaPerkins-y9r 3 місяці тому +3

    I want to get a job working in GRC as a compliance analyst or something similar, would you recommend your cyber course to help someone who wants to work in GRC or is your course more targeted for those that want to work in defense/blue teaming? If not your course can you make a video on what path someone can take to work in GRC with no experience.

    • @tremainesmith8730
      @tremainesmith8730 3 місяці тому

      Look up unixguy who has a GRC course. They have done content together

  • @Jdizzledinh
    @Jdizzledinh Місяць тому

    Community college was useful for me for saving money and getting my general credits out of the way. I didn't really meet anyone and just played video games when I wasn't in class because it was so easy.
    Once I was in university I met a ton of people and went to a lot more parties... Didn't do anything with my history degree but it was still a good time and helped me build the social skills I use in the office 🤷

  • @JeraldSchreiber-i1j
    @JeraldSchreiber-i1j 3 місяці тому +2

    So would you recommend your it coirse on course careers or the google cyber security course if my intention is to eventually take your cybee securiry course.

  • @rwxrw
    @rwxrw 3 місяці тому

    keep it up Josh

  • @MatthewGoudreau
    @MatthewGoudreau 29 днів тому +1

    if you got one of the CS degrees and decided you wanted to go back to WGU and get a Software engineering degree, do a lot of those classes transfer and then you can finish a second bachelors really fast?

    • @JoshMadakor
      @JoshMadakor  26 днів тому

      By CS do you mean Cybersecurity or Computer Science? Either way, a lot of classes with transfer, but more CompSci classes will transfer than Cyber. And yes, you can finish extremely quickly. WGU usually allows you to transfer up to 75% of your degree. I did this with my CompSci degree and pre-gamed it and was able to graduate CompSci in 2 months.

  • @tremainesmith8730
    @tremainesmith8730 3 місяці тому

    Which is better? Your course or the course careers version or are they the same?

  • @jam3rson1
    @jam3rson1 3 місяці тому +2

    Wondering Josh. Once you get passed the interview stage, with no real world experience. Do you get any training on the job?

    • @JoshMadakor
      @JoshMadakor  2 місяці тому +1

      Not really. They usually have a general idea of what they want you to do but you usually have to figure it out on your own. Any training you receive is usually very basic and is related to company process and stuff, that has been my experience anyway

  • @safarnama1111
    @safarnama1111 2 місяці тому

    Hey, thank you for the value you provide. Is there a way to connect? I am looking to get into Cyber Security. In the meantime, I will begin the google basic course. Please let me know if there is a way to connect with you. Thanks

  • @michaelwynkoop327
    @michaelwynkoop327 3 місяці тому

    Would you recommend getting the google IT professional certificate first before the google cyber security certificate? If your goal is to get into cyber security and you have no experience?

  • @carole3877
    @carole3877 3 місяці тому

    Do you plan on creating test questions for the ITF exam?? I am working on that certification first before starting A+

  • @youngsb24
    @youngsb24 3 місяці тому +1

    Hey Josh,
    I’ve came across your content, and I was interested in going your cybersecurity course. I am someone who struggles with finding a job due to lack of job experience and skill. I was curious to know, Since I have a MacBook with a m3 chip and I know MacBooks can have some limits when building a home lab. I’m wondering if I can take your course with my MacBook or would I need a pc instead ?

  • @squiggs69
    @squiggs69 2 місяці тому

    I have 6 years experience in the IT field and I want to do like online university like WGU because I really want to just move into a more senior level position and I feel like I need a university degree for it. Certifications do work but it has only gotten me so far and not many were willing to give me an opportunity and I just want to work abroad as well.

  • @The34thousandE
    @The34thousandE 2 місяці тому

    Please make a video on how to get into cybersecurity GRC. I’m currently a I.T Technician

  • @stroodelgaming1902
    @stroodelgaming1902 3 місяці тому +5

    Hey Josh!
    I’m currently enrolled in your CourseCareers IT program, and I will graduate soon. I’m coming from the HVAC field and I am highly technical, with tons of experience working with software and programming new equipment. I’m moving to Japan to be with my wife in October. What would you recommend doing? Any advice is appreciated!

    • @ReptilianXHologram
      @ReptilianXHologram 3 місяці тому +1

      Why are you leaving the HVAC field? I thought they made good/decent money.

    • @SedSeddy
      @SedSeddy 3 місяці тому +2

      ​@ReptilianXHologram Its back breaking, no work-life balance. From my experience with my husband

    • @ReptilianXHologram
      @ReptilianXHologram 3 місяці тому

      @@SedSeddy I mean that is true, but it is also a job where it's pretty much guaranteed work no matter the economy's status. Whereas anything tech related on the other hand...

    • @nachosplash
      @nachosplash 2 місяці тому

      God, this feels like a comment written by me. Currently looking to get out of HVAC and at the starting step, I see this. Im hoping your journey goes well!

  • @bedguyvids
    @bedguyvids 3 місяці тому

    Hi Josh, question on your course. Once I buy the course would I have "unlimited " access to do the projects and continue to practice?

  • @chisomogbonna8992
    @chisomogbonna8992 3 місяці тому

    I heard cybersecurity isn’t entry level you will need to switch later the line … so I’m saying which is best way to enter IT help desk or other technical role like back end or so .. is it easier to get IT help desk if you have some other technical experience?? ( I really didn’t enjoy my backend role )

  • @Joel-r2u
    @Joel-r2u 3 місяці тому

    IT or Cybersecurity ? Which one has more advantages

  • @roselynacheampong5943
    @roselynacheampong5943 2 місяці тому

    Hey Josh, I need your help.
    I have a 3 year higher education from Ghana and I want to pursue a masters degree here in the United States. However, my application to pursue masters degree with WGU has not been successful because they require a 4 year degree from an accredited university.
    I do have some 3 certification so far :Sec plus, CEH, & CISSP.
    How do I leverage my work experience and certifications to be able to get a masters degree here in the United States?
    Thank you

  • @Crews1
    @Crews1 3 місяці тому

    6:51 How can you tell a project is good

  • @sadasow2670
    @sadasow2670 3 місяці тому

    Warehouse to soc analyst

  • @walkerati1232
    @walkerati1232 Місяць тому +1

    Am from Africa Ghana to be precise after finishing ur cyber security course and taking the the exams can l get remote jobs because from africa currently living in UAE

    • @JoshMadakor
      @JoshMadakor  Місяць тому

      As far as technical skill goes, it will help a LOT. But I'm not sure as far as visa and stuff like that goes. So sorry :(

  • @mixedemotetionstv6479
    @mixedemotetionstv6479 Місяць тому +1

    Pool guy to IT

  • @desiralhagger4034
    @desiralhagger4034 3 місяці тому

    Good stuff

  • @rce4651
    @rce4651 3 місяці тому +1

    im stuck at 90k gross as an analyst/consultant.

    • @tahntalus
      @tahntalus 2 місяці тому

      Get your rhcsa and learn bash/python

  • @cmartin8093
    @cmartin8093 9 днів тому

    Josh, with all due respect, I think you should consider some things here.
    Most notably, placing Security Plus in progress after getting a Google Cybersecurity certificate might be considered lying on resume in some places. Not to mention illegal in some places like California (look it up). Plus, there s some flaws with the Google Cyber. Jon Good pointed it out, but you chose to ignore it instead of being blunt about it might seem like you pushing for it rather than something recruiters might know well. Also, you seem to have some moments that you tend to be hypocritical about. You keep on saying get Google rather than Security Plus but tend to say Security Plus could be helpful. Like I said, with all due respect.

  • @Jordan-ln2ef
    @Jordan-ln2ef 2 місяці тому

    I'd rather work in a steel mill. Chairs are for living corpses.

  • @Realworlddummy
    @Realworlddummy 3 місяці тому +2

    stop with the clickbait

    • @deboman81
      @deboman81 3 місяці тому

      What it’s the click bait?

    • @Realworlddummy
      @Realworlddummy 3 місяці тому +4

      @@deboman81 180k salary, cybersecurity is over saturated , and you can't even get an entry job unless you start from the bottom with dog shit salary

    • @Nemixx
      @Nemixx 3 місяці тому

      @@Realworlddummybro entry level for any career is usually ass especially ones with low barrier. Cybersecurity is not over saturated because there isn’t actual people with experience to fill the roles lol

    • @Realworlddummy
      @Realworlddummy 3 місяці тому +3

      @@Nemixx Cybersecurity ain’t entry level that’s the point, these youtuber needs to stop selling that lie so they can get paid for their online course business.

    • @deboman81
      @deboman81 3 місяці тому

      @@Realworlddummy you got to love UA-camrs lol

  • @jnahara
    @jnahara 2 місяці тому

    I'm studying for myself using youtube professor messors content to get the A+ cert and network+ and securtity+ certs. Also just finished google IT support program and going to do the cybersecurity program also on coursera. Once I'm done doing all this I feel I'll have a solid foundation. At that point I plan on enrolling in your course. My question is once enrolled and after doing all the labs and stuff do you get involved and help us with our resumes and portfolios? I'm really good with theory and taking tests but I absolutely suck at being creative and my resume is dogshit lol.. I was just wondering does your course get hands on with the students and help with resumes??

    • @JoshMadakor
      @JoshMadakor  Місяць тому +1

      Hey! to answer your question, I don't actually sit down with people and do this, but there is a portfolio and resume section that teaches you how to do everything. I am starting a community where I will spend more time with the audience in a group setting, so you can look into that when it release if you want ^^

    • @jnahara
      @jnahara Місяць тому

      @JoshMadakor thanks bro! BTW .. are u Lebanese too? U have a west african arab kind of look about u. I have cousins in west Africa