#18 16 Years in IT, Now a Fortune 100 Pentester: 0xD1CE Shares His Journey

Kyser Clark interviews 0xD1CE, a seasoned penetration tester, who shares his extensive journey from IT to cybersecurity. 0xD1CE discusses his various roles, certifications, and the impact of COVID on his career shift. The conversation gets into the differences between consulting and internal roles, the value of certain cybersecurity certifications, and the emerging trends in AI testing. 0xD1CE also provides insights on how to succeed in obtaining the OSEP certification and emphasizes the importance of self-research in career development.Takeaways:0xD1CE transitioned from IT to cybersecurity due to a growing interest sparked by his blue team experience.Consulting roles differ significantly from internal testing roles, impacting work pace and responsibilities.AI testing is an emerging field with limited resources available for training.Self-research and initiative are crucial for career growth in cybersecurity.The Network+ certification may be overrated in the context of penetration testing.Hands-on experience and practical knowledge are essential for success in certifications like OSEP.Web application testing is a critical skill for penetration testers, especially in consulting roles.Connect---------------------------------------------------https://www.KyserClark.comhttps://www.KyserClark.com/Newsletterhttps://youtube.com/KyserClarkhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/KyserClarkhttps://www.twitter.com/KyserClarkhttps://www.instagram/KyserClarkhttps://facebook.com/CyberKyserhttps://twitch.tv/KyserClark_Cybersecurityhttps://www.tiktok.com/@kyserclarkhttps://discord.gg/ZPQYdBV9YYMusic by Karl Casey @ White Bat AudioAttention Listeners: This content is strictly for educational purposes, emphasizing ETHICAL and LEGAL hacking only. I do not, and will NEVER, condone the act of illegally hacking into computer systems and networks for any reason. My goal is to foster cybersecurity awareness and responsible digital behavior. Please behave responsibly and adhere to legal and ethical standards in your use of this information.Opinions are my own and may not represent the positions of my employer.