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

Get your ticket to the BlackGirlsHack Gala here: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/rise-and-reign-a-blackgirlshack-celebration In 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 Challenges 13:45 Personal Journeys into Cybersecurity 33:40 Interview Preparation and Tips 36:59 Mastering the Interview: Skills and Strategies 43:07 The Discord Data Breach: What You Need to Know 49:48 Teen Hackers and Ransomware: A New Era of Cybercrime 57:22 The Reality Behind Tech Layoffs 01:04:55 Megan Thee Stallion vs. Milagro Cooper: A Forensic Perspective 01:17:45 AI and Copyrights: A Growing Concern 01:19:18 Meta Glasses: Features and Pricing 01:26:16 Salesforce's Ransomware Dilemma 01:26:37 Cash Money vs. No Limit: A Versus Battle 01:34:54 Career Advice: Transitioning to GRC 01:38:12 Career Advice: Balancing Education and Work 01:41:29 Certifications and Career Growth in Cloud Computing 01:49:13 Voicemails: Career Questions Answered 01:57:04 Final Thoughts and Sign-Off ➡️ Follow us on social media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/techtualchatter/ TIkTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@techtualchatter Twitter: https://twitter.com/TechtualChatter LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/henri-davis/ Follow Cybershortieee @Cybershortieee Instagram @cybershortieee Follow the Pod: https://www.instagram.com/techtualtalk/