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EPISODE · Apr 29, 2026 · 4 MIN

Start Now: Breaking into Cybersecurity

from Chat with a White Hat · host Michel Chamberland

The conversation covers the importance of hands-on experience in cybersecurity, the value of starting at the foundational level, and the overlap between offensive and defensive cybersecurity roles. It also emphasizes the need for a strong foundation and the potential risks associated with inexperienced consultants and pen testers.TakeawaysHands-on experience is crucialStart at the foundational levelOverlap between offensive and defensive rolesChapters00:00 Risks and Responsibilities of Consultants and Pen Testers

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