Same here. Ive been doing it all… certs, degree, online courses, projects, homelab, blog, linkedin networking, discord networking, being mentored, mentoring… It’s fun but i hope that eventually someone recognizes the effort and gives me a chance
Yeah today is my 1-year mark at my job as Information Security Analyst. It’s being really hard to get a remote position, I’ve been trying for like 3 months. My resume is not that bad (I think -I’m doing school, got few certs). Now I’ll take pentesting certs cuz that’s my actual plan. But anyways, my boss let us work 1 week remote and 2 weeks in the office. But I’m looking for fully remote lol 😅. Will keep looking. 😅 Thanks again!
Doing my GCIH tommorow and hope to get a remote job. The whole its "cheaper for employers" for me to be remote never really clicked before. And I would like the freedome/flexibility to work and see my family thats far from where im at. I think my resume isn't good though, I've only done IT contracts so far, so it looks like I hop around employers alot. Ive only ever done contracts for some quick money between classes(im a uni student), but I wish I hadn't now. Anyways, thank you for the highquality info. I haven't heard a lot of this before even looking for wfh/remote videos before. thank you
I think it is possible for a trainee to work remote. I was wrong but now I know. Employers need to change their mindset unless they choose otherwise. Of course, there are pros and cons to everything.
Great video. I guess I fall into that "it might be my resume" category. I've paid people and used AI to the max I feel, and haven't gotten an interview yet. The work/life balance is a must, and in my current position/organization, it's not going to happen.
While searching UA-cam for cybersecurity jobs, I found your channel. I've watched several of your videos and really appreciate your advice and insights in this field. I'm considering a career as a SOC analyst but haven't had a chance to explore the many other cybersecurity career paths. Do you have a cybersecurity roadmap guide video that explains the pros and cons of each path (e.g., SOC, GRC, Pentester) and the specific certifications if needed for entry-level positions? I have a technical background. Thanks!
Certifications are not a requirement. Focus on developing a portfolio where you skills can me directly mapped to what you did in the project. Then map those skills to the jobs you are applying to. People get hired for cybersecurity roles all the time without certs.
I am gonna finish my cybersecurity degree from WGU the next year. Do you think you can help me land a job? I watched your cyberpro accelerator but still on the fence. I don't have any work experience in IT and I am looking to work remote.
The purpose of the CYBERPRO Accelerator is to work with students like you land their job. Your degree from WGU still needs to be complimented with some sort of experience. You can get this from volunteering and do a lot of home lab projects, but many students struggle to map out exactly which skills to work on prior to pursuing a role. This is where the mentorship from the CYBERPRO Accelerator comes in handy...
Great video! I have a question. I'm currently in my 2nd year of my BSc in Computer Science degree. In these 2 years of completing this degree, I feel like university is such a waste of time, mainly because I'm not specializing in a particular skill. I'm learning some Python programming, then Java, then another language, and then other filler courses that have nothing to do with my actual computer science degree. I feel like I'm wasting a lot of time and money on this degree. I'm trying to find an alternative way of getting a job in the cybersecurity industry, particularly in ethical hacking, by self learning it. I bought some courses and I'm learning about ethical hacking. I'm about to take my CompTIA Security+ exam next week. I wanted to ask if you have a better/more efficient route for me to land a role in the cybersecurity space. Like, do you know of other courses I could take to acquire these skills, or should I stick with my degree and complete it? Please let me know what you think about my situation. Thanks
Hi Nick, was curious on your take on C2C and how to get started with that as a security/devsecops/cloud consultant, what do I need to have in place? I have an ein for a sole proprietorship and sometimes recruiters say that they have some c2c roles
What do you think of the Google Cyber Security Certification? I got it last month and been applying like crazy but nothing is out there. I mean I am applying for everything from desktop support to Sys Admin and above.
Hey, is it possible to work remotely overseas? Are there any cyber security remote jobs in US which can allow us to work from India? I couldn't find anyone.
Hey Nicolas , really nice video ! I was wondering if I could help you with Best Quality Editing in your videos better than your Editor and also make a highly engaging Thumbnail which will help your videos to reach to a wider audience ? Pls let me know what do you think ?
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Any employer that gives me this shot would get sooo much out of me. I'm doing what I can to build a credible resume to make it happen.
Keep working at it man! Remember to focus on your skills not certifications
Same here. Ive been doing it all… certs, degree, online courses, projects, homelab, blog, linkedin networking, discord networking, being mentored, mentoring… It’s fun but i hope that eventually someone recognizes the effort and gives me a chance
Yeah today is my 1-year mark at my job as Information Security Analyst. It’s being really hard to get a remote position, I’ve been trying for like 3 months. My resume is not that bad (I think -I’m doing school, got few certs). Now I’ll take pentesting certs cuz that’s my actual plan.
But anyways, my boss let us work 1 week remote and 2 weeks in the office.
But I’m looking for fully remote lol 😅. Will keep looking. 😅
Thanks again!
Best of luck!
Doing my GCIH tommorow and hope to get a remote job. The whole its "cheaper for employers" for me to be remote never really clicked before. And I would like the freedome/flexibility to work and see my family thats far from where im at.
I think my resume isn't good though, I've only done IT contracts so far, so it looks like I hop around employers alot. Ive only ever done contracts for some quick money between classes(im a uni student), but I wish I hadn't now. Anyways, thank you for the highquality info. I haven't heard a lot of this before even looking for wfh/remote videos before. thank you
Good luck with your exam!
@NicolasMoy Yay, thank you. ended up passing with a 93% and now am onto the GCFA training in a few days too.
Is it possible for you to make a video on how to make Cybersecurity homelabs and recommendations?
It is possible. I don't have it on my roadmap right now but I may change my mind in the future.
I think it is possible for a trainee to work remote. I was wrong but now I know. Employers need to change their mindset unless they choose otherwise. Of course, there are pros and cons to everything.
What an excellent video with an in-depth remote work point of view. 👍
Thanks for watching!
I love your videos, they've been so helpful. Thank you!
Thanks for making this video. :)
My pleasure!
As a student how do you convince a company/ recruiter you’re suitable for a cybersecurity or IT job as you don’t have previous experience
You start by getting experience!
Great video. I guess I fall into that "it might be my resume" category. I've paid people and used AI to the max I feel, and haven't gotten an interview yet. The work/life balance is a must, and in my current position/organization, it's not going to happen.
It certainly could be! Sometimes you can't outsource the work
While searching UA-cam for cybersecurity jobs, I found your channel. I've watched several of your videos and really appreciate your advice and insights in this field. I'm considering a career as a SOC analyst but haven't had a chance to explore the many other cybersecurity career paths. Do you have a cybersecurity roadmap guide video that explains the pros and cons of each path (e.g., SOC, GRC, Pentester) and the specific certifications if needed for entry-level positions? I have a technical background. Thanks!
Certifications are not a requirement. Focus on developing a portfolio where you skills can me directly mapped to what you did in the project.
Then map those skills to the jobs you are applying to.
People get hired for cybersecurity roles all the time without certs.
@@NicolasMoy ok thanks!
I am gonna finish my cybersecurity degree from WGU the next year. Do you think you can help me land a job? I watched your cyberpro accelerator but still on the fence. I don't have any work experience in IT and I am looking to work remote.
The purpose of the CYBERPRO Accelerator is to work with students like you land their job. Your degree from WGU still needs to be complimented with some sort of experience. You can get this from volunteering and do a lot of home lab projects, but many students struggle to map out exactly which skills to work on prior to pursuing a role. This is where the mentorship from the CYBERPRO Accelerator comes in handy...
Great video!
I have a question. I'm currently in my 2nd year of my BSc in Computer Science degree. In these 2 years of completing this degree, I feel like university is such a waste of time, mainly because I'm not specializing in a particular skill. I'm learning some Python programming, then Java, then another language, and then other filler courses that have nothing to do with my actual computer science degree.
I feel like I'm wasting a lot of time and money on this degree. I'm trying to find an alternative way of getting a job in the cybersecurity industry, particularly in ethical hacking, by self learning it. I bought some courses and I'm learning about ethical hacking. I'm about to take my CompTIA Security+ exam next week.
I wanted to ask if you have a better/more efficient route for me to land a role in the cybersecurity space. Like, do you know of other courses I could take to acquire these skills, or should I stick with my degree and complete it?
Please let me know what you think about my situation.
Thanks
Yes, you should check out the CYBERPRO Accelerator! Here is the link to learn more:
cyberprouniversity.com/cpa2
Hi Nick, was curious on your take on C2C and how to get started with that as a security/devsecops/cloud consultant, what do I need to have in place? I have an ein for a sole proprietorship and sometimes recruiters say that they have some c2c roles
EINs are just a substitute for your SSN tax number. C2C contracts can use this or an LLC if you open one
Do you think joining the air force for direct cybersecurity job experience before pursuing a civilian career is a good idea?
What do you think of the Google Cyber Security Certification? I got it last month and been applying like crazy but nothing is out there. I mean I am applying for everything from desktop support to Sys Admin and above.
See my latest video on this!
Which part of South Carolina did you visited?
Greenville
@@NicolasMoy I live near Greenville. Laurens to be precise
Hey, is it possible to work remotely overseas? Are there any cyber security remote jobs in US which can allow us to work from India? I couldn't find anyone.
1000% percent
@@NicolasMoy Why don't you post some platforms then?
Hey Nicolas , really nice video ! I was wondering if I could help you with Best Quality Editing in your videos better than your Editor and also make a highly engaging Thumbnail which will help your videos to reach to a wider audience ? Pls let me know what do you think ?
I'd be happy to connect with you on it. Reach out to me on LinkedIn.
I only work 2 days in the office and I am already sick of going to the office lol 😂
I feel you man