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@@WithSandrahey Sandra. Can you post that comment again with one of your subscribers explaining how he got his first job from a temp contract position please? 🙏🏿
I had a cybersecurity job but they paid $15 an hour with my degree in MIS. I got fired after giving them $15/hr effort. Now I have my Security+ and still struggle with interviews. Living in a big DoD city doesn't help because they want a Security clearance.
@@truthteller8504 Most cyber jobs ask for a minimum of Security+ and a Secret Security clearance. I meet the cert and education requirements but still get no interviews.
Thank you Sandra! ❤ I’m considering a career change and looking at getting qualifications at Cyber Security. I am zero knowledge in CS. I’m glad to find you here, your videos are very helpful. Keep it up! 🥰
100k right after college is my dreammm I have 2 more months till graduation and I have the CompTIA trifecta. Currently flooding my resume with practical labs and sharpening my skills, hopefully it doesn’t take all year for a analyst role🙏
@@ZenityStudios I’m already a lab technician at my school, basically Helpdesk. I know the chances of 100k right after college is very low and I’m ok with a lower salary to start off.
Thanks for the video. Taking Sec+ next Monday to complete the trifecta. I’m use your videos and Unix guy to elevate and educate myself in the IT industry. Keep pushing out these great videos.
I would look into a Help Desk job. Fantastic place to start in IT, you will learn a ton and ypu don't need much tech knowledge more customer service knowledge
@@chasem1032 Good for you It will be well worth it. You will be able to get a new IT job within a year especially if you get certs and stuff. The thing with IT is constant job hoping and it usually results in large pay increases. Best of luck to you!
I love the IT space. As a lover of learning, from testing to development to now potentially security, I love learning haha ❤ I can get burnt out but I genuinely crave learning so it's fine.
Got my masters in cyber sec, it took a while but i was able to get a job in cyber. It just takes a grind. Jobs are also getting away from certs, due to finding alot of people not really having the "skill" assosiated with the cert. They are looking for experience. MOre now. Also if you have a clearence its even better.
@@CS27ZO yes they will but after you get them you have to market yourself like showcase some work on LinkedIn every now and then that you do on the side. These little things will get you noticed and also I can’t emphasize how important it is for your resume to be nice clean and to the point. Once I did that, instantly started getting better results
Thanks a lot for your video has a lot of value especially for someone leaving the airline industry and going to school for cyber security at full sail university
Yup....because none of comments or anyone seems to noticed how insanely difficult this field she her self said it without any shame that one in four...25% permanently leaving the field...
@@lennardvirajjayasekara2484 it seems because so many people are pursuing to work in cybersecurity, that other areas of IT may offer more job opportunities due to demand.
Thanks for the info. These companies really want a lot in regards to when it comes to the requirements for Certifications, Education and Experience.. I thought it was just me when I was looking for jobs..I now know I wasn't crazy..
I’m 2.5 years into my cyber career and I definitely am making plans to hop into more of a governance/risk role. Appsec has been a very interesting and humbling experience but it really does require a lot of code review, something that I struggle with greatly. I do like that I’ve learned how to identify and distinguish true finding and false positive vulnerabilities. I can use this info going into my next role
I agree with her answers since eventually companies will need to tap into the larger pool if they want to combat burnouts. And will be much appreciated too since we are already stretch so much. That's why it pays so much, because the talent pool with a lot of actual qualified talent is dwindling.
Great video on the state of cybersecurity. I have to admit, there was a time where I thought I had you on fast speed, but I discovered that was your own natural speed. We have the ability to slow you down. We are not all alike, and it's amazing to see you speak the way you do. It only means your mind (processing speed) operates much faster than the typical person. Change if you want to, but I appreciate what you do regardless. :)
3:55 I got my ISC2 CC certification 2 weeks ago, but only started applying this week on LI and for now, it seems that there are very few vacancies here in Europe: I live in Portugal, which is not a tech hub so I'm feeling that this journey is going to be tougher than I thought...
Madhat landed a remote job. Thats what Im banking for. Im looking into jobs with physical security systems to have somewhat related experience while I can build up a pleasing portfolio. Maybe that might help
Do you think it's too late for someone whose trying to go into this from just being a physical security guard to cyber security at the age of 37? I'm worried I may be too old and employers may frown on that. I'm kind of disappointed in myself that my focus in life was on other things that really didn't matter when I should have been focusing on my career instead.
I'd say take some courses to just get a taste and don't leave your safe job. then if you were recognized to be good at cyber security, invest in it. that's probably the best way to go with this.
Casually saying CISSP with entry level roles is a little misleading, that cert albeit a great one to have is 8 domains, no way in hell you're passing a CISSP from a bootcamp.
So helpful good info. Always good to keep up with the current market/situation. Updated my resume with some projects couple of weeks ago and started applying again…back to the apply grind😅
You got this!! The tech market in general is highly volatile right now and I'm planning on making a vide on this in the next few weeks as well. Definitely a great call that you updated your resume with technical projects, wishing you the best of luck!
I left my previous job a few years ago to go and study cybersecurity which I've now just finished at university. It makes me laugh to hear about burnout in cyber professionals, because that was why I abandoned my last career... great huh. I can either laugh or cry. Have I jumped out of the frying pan and into the fire? Thousands in costs later? Probably. That's life.
Your speaking speed is right on track... Thanks for the candid look into your world as a CyberSecurity Pro. The part about burnout and mental health is exactly what I needed to hear back in 2013 when I took a long break away from tech. I'm back now.... Again thanks for creating the channel...
I just recently graduated from uni.i studied cybersecurity, I have been able to master most of the tools that I would to be a successful cybersecurity analyst ,from burpsuite to ripper .I have been looking for certifications to get that would make me more enticing to my employers .I am in a red team
I like your speed. I usually have to watch things in 1.5x to 2x speeds to maintain my focus but not with your videos. Also, love the content. Keep up the good work!
My biggest recc would be to get technical projects on your resume when you start applying, that way you have the credentials (cert) plus technical experience, if you don't have your Security+ yet, that would be the one I recommend getting for anyone new to cyber. I have a cyber beginner projects vid linked here: ruclips.net/video/zc7LTa9q2nI/видео.html Best of luck to you!
Keep in mind that cybersecurity in the grand scheme of the tech industry is not entry level, you won't just get thrown into an analyst role without any prior experience. Some people have certs (multiple) AND degrees and still won't qualify because of lack of experience. Take on labs, projects, build a portfolio, etc. Or start at an entry level (a single cert won't guarantee entry level either) tech job and work your way up. I'm almost willing to bet that it was a RUclipsr who sold you the dream of "starting a job in cybersecurity in just 7 days without ANY experience!" I've seen quite a few of those, and it's unfortunate that they usually target people who don't even have a fundamental knowledge in IT.
I just reread your post and you said "still no experience." What are you doing to change that? How many labs have you done? How many hands-on courses have you taken since? Have to tried platforms like Try Hack Me or Hack the Box to build some skills? You gotta make it happen yourself. Also. What exactly do you want to focus on in cybersecurity? It's a broad field with many specializations. ruclips.net/video/wLgkX6F3ZDA/видео.htmlsi=ZGsQDso3z0FfEsov Follow as many people as you can who are in IT or cybersecurity to get different perspectives. Besides Sandra, whom I think gives great advice , also follow the Unix Guy, Dr. Gerald Auger from Simply Cyber, Heath Adams aka The Cyber Mentor, John Hammond, David Bombal, Network Chuck, Mad Hat, Tiff In Tech, Black Hills Information Security and their training platform Antisyphon Training, Rana Khalil, Tib3rius, CrypotCat, Phillip Wylie, Neil Bridges, Vickie Li, Tech With Lucy, Nicole Enesse... just to name a few. Listen to a podcast called Getting Into Infosec to hear some stories from people who transitioned into information security from completely unrelated fields. Good luck, and don't give up!!
I tried a teleprompter for a few vids back then but I suck at reading off of it lol, so I just talk off the cuff now but have a high level list of topics to cover on the side as I record! :D thanks for asking
thank you so much for the video! I'm excited to get over all these hurdles and laid a good job in CyberSecurity! P.S I don't think you speak fast at all I think if people are complaining its because their listening too slow.. If anything was distracting it's from how beautiful you are, keep up the great content
My SWE experience definitely helped me. Best of luck to you and keep us updated! And join the Discord :D we share a lot of hiring experiences there if u havent already - discord.gg/2YZUVbbpr9
I liked the video Sandra. I watch everything at 2x speed and I had no problem following you though I realize not everyone can process at that speed. I hope your sabbatical is helping.
Man....considering this individual had an idyllic start to her Cybersecurity career (six figures right out of college), and she still got out of the field within 4 years ??? 😅 Makes you rethink if this field is really that great. A- super hard to break into the field B- those crushing it GTHO lol
I mean she made a minimum of $400k so I think taking a step back and spending her time working for herself is a logical, obvious step to take. She likely has her finances in order and built a successful youtube channel during that time, which she can use as a portfolio for whatever job she wants if she gets sick of it
I currently hold a 2 year degree, network+ and security+ and I am really struggling to find a job even for an internship. Would springboard be a viable option for me? I have heard from many people you need a BS for their job placement guarantee.
Hi, I have applied to Oxford Brookes University in their Computer science for Cyber Security BSc program. It is accredited by NCSC in UK. Is it a good path?
Nope. The job market is dog poop and saturated at the entry level with bootcamp graduates and career changers. The experienced roles are usually very boring and extremely competitive. I'm looking to get out.
Thanks for the honesty. As an artist with a knack for IT, the economy has not been favorable for artists/craftsmen, leading to a lot of career shifts. Which leads to immense competition in the entry roles. Have you considered starting your own private security consultant company?
RN I am studying cyber security as my 1st major because I'm double majoring and once I finish my cyber security major I am going to apply for a cyber security job next year
@@ianmpena my current career is local delivery truck driver. I have a bachelors outside of cybersecurity. Strongly considering Technology or healthcare, but tbh I don’t know what I should go. I’m sick of working 60-80 hour weeks in trucking. I’m getting burnt out
Going to WGU for their cybersec program which is great and will get all of my needed certs but I'm currently working as a contract IAM analyst also doing GRC work(cross trained) and I'm only making $15 an hr :( I've had receptionist jobs that paid me $19-24 an hr so it feels like such a joke. I hope this job market and working my ass off for my degree and certs will be worth it. I'm already in debt so I'm stressed out.
@@CarsonLoewen knocked out 5 classes in 3 weeks then CompTIA’s A+ beat my ass. Most archaic exam I’ve taken so I’m switching to IT Management instead to avoid certs I don’t need. Def recommend it if you’re working full time too and need flexibility and affordability
@@FaerieTidbitsHey I’m sorry to hear about that experience…definitely rough. If you don’t mind can you elaborate on how it was archaic? Appreciate it my friend!
@@booptroops7867 they word shit so weird on the exam, you second guess yourself a lot. Most of the material studied under Messer or Dion weren’t on the exams either
@@FaerieTidbits That's extremely annoying and dumb. I see what you're saying. Thank you so much for the reply and wish you the best on your new ventures!
Great video! Much needed as things are changing with the economy and tech layoffs. Good to know firsthand about the difficulties with recruitment in Cybersecurity and how to keep going.🌟💯
If one expects to make $100,000 with a degree and or certificate from bootcamp, forget about it because that’s not realistic. You might have a chance if you know someone like an IT director or upper management, but still the odds of that happening is very slim. I believe it’s better to get your foot in the door, then work at a company for a couple years. From there, you can take your experience and apply to higher paying roles or even if you get a promotion then that’s very good.
Idk what to do.. I have a friend his uncle is the at very high position in a big 4 company.. don't want to take name. He just passed the entry level exam os Cysc and got into company and got 6 figured salary. I dont have any of my relative who can do that for me but just wanted to know is this right time to get into the cybsec ?? I am already 30
A lot of companies are goofy as hell today as well too and are not hiring people or wanting to pay crap pay They literally do not want to train, they just want you to show up and know everything.
Is it possible to just have certificates and obvious projects included to still land cyber role even without a degree? The reason I ask is because currently that's the best path i can financially support
I am new to (just starting to learn) cyber security. I dont know if this happens to anyone or not but I get overwhelmed then I think "I cannot do". Is there any advise how I can get out of being overwhelmed.
It's all about outlining your longterm goals and sticking to them! Whether it be studying for a certification, doing technical projects, or joining a bootcamp, it's all taken step-by-step so you don't get overwhelmed by all the information and resources out there, bc there is A LOT. I have a free beginner's guide you can follow that will give you simple steps to take to get started, hope this helps and best of luck! - www.withsandra.dev/
I comfortably listened to this at 1.5x speed, lol! As for the points about burnout and being on call even at 3am or while on holidays, why don't the companies just hire enough staff to do shift work? E.g have a team for the morning shift, a different team for the evening shift and a some skeleton staff for the graveyard shift? That way, holidays won't be inturrupted, and the day staff won't have inturrupted sleep. Even law firms and banks do this for their back office departments. Or is that too logical for them?
Lol if this logic worked we would have zero unemployment and staffing issues would be a thing of the past. Almost every company in literally every industry runs a skeleton crew, it's cheaper and makes everything worse but hey at least it saves like $5 a month 🤡!
@@FyerBear Lol! I find it hilarious when some nimrod who thinks they know what they're talking about starts chatting breeze below my comments, just for the sake of it 😅
Great video. I talk fast too. I think fast talkers are that way due to the fact how fast they think. Some people are quick thinkers and fast learners. Thanks for the info!!!
with no college, no its not worth it. Im 170 applications in with a compTIA sec+ with no phone calls. Also i worked 7 years with department of defense. AND you're competing with layoffs people who have experience and college
It’s not impossible to land an analyst role. What I did was work for the state government and started offering to do Cybersecurity stuff even though it wasn’t my main job title. I then used that experience for my resume and used my clearance to get a cyber analyst job for the DoD. The hardest part is the first job.
Just sharing a copy/paste of a fellow discord member from our channel who recently got two cyber offers after completing his contract so you can get some insight into their background/exp - phlyguy77 - Today at 1:25 PM Sure! So I'm in Vulnerability Management. I have a Qualys Vulnerability Cert which is free, I also hold the Google Cloud cert. I have a Bachelors in Political Science I graduated in 2019. After I graduated I did a bootcamp at a Community College and landed my first SOC role for a MSSP I did that for two years then did a Vulnerability Management contract for six months which just ended March 1, 2024 and I'm based in Ohio. In my new role I will be doing Vulnerability Management for a Big 4 consulting firm. In my experience the biggest peice of advise I can give is network and apply for as many roles as possible. I'm also a member of my local ISC2 group. Also if you're looking to get experience look into Contracts! My SOC role started as a six month contract to hire and what I do is create my own network of recruiters from different companies. For example I will work with at least two recruiters from Insight Global, two from Robert Half, two from Beacon Hill etc. From there they will do their best to find you roles. If you are new to cyber consider contracts to get some experience on your resume. After one or two positions you should be good. Also plug for our Discord channel to join the convo here! - discord.gg/2YZUVbbpr9
@@WithSandra I think up until last year it was a formidable, business plan, but things have changed a lot since 2020. That’s before the tech layoffs, the new competition, and the AI take over. Also that’s with some kind of college experience. I think when they remove the college necessity, it will be a little more opportunity. But a lot of people don’t realize if they don’t have that initial college the companies little AI helper won’t forward application to HR. So most of the time your resumes not even getting seen. Not to mention now companies are getting tax breaks for hiring immigrants. More profitable for them to hire immigrants for entry-level position and train them. Also, anyone that had a job before 2022 has a different playing field then someone who got a cert post 2022. Not impossible! But people need to realize the facts before getting sold courses. I can say that because I was someone who got sold the courses. Lol
I work a full time job and had to take a gap year so I could save up to go a community college. I’m currently enrolled and working on my aas degree in cyber and IT I’m honestly starting to have second thoughts and thinking I made the wrong choice. This is a field I wanted to get into but now I feel like a baby learning to walk again
Don't know if you reply to these, but do you know if there are some low key job/career fairs in cybersecurity that actually interview applicants? The death of career fairs in Covid ruined meetups and things became more virtual. It's been hard to network for those of us that live in the middle of nowhere where the jobs just aren't there, or they pay very low and expect you to work 24/7/365.
If she's trying to sell her classes and sponsors , no shot she's gonna say it's still worth to get in. Entry level for cyber is hell , don't expect to get in just with certs or go straight into cybersec sector after college grad.
Hey I’m studying computer programming right now it’s a 2 year program. I want to work in cybersecurity but I’m wondering if I should finish this course and do a 1 year cybersecurity, or do a boot camp during the summer before my 2nd year. Any help would be appreciated thank you!
I have a question for anyone that has done cyber security boot camps. Is that worth it or is it better going a degree route? I’m not sure what will benefit me more. I already have bachelor’s degree in Computer Information Systems and it’s been a while since I have used my degree so I saw cyber security bootcamp ad and it seems like an interesting option.
Hi Sandra, I am considering getting into cybersecurity and may start a bootcamp, i have a sales background. I want to ask can the bootcamp help me in getting a job in London as thats where im based.
Don't do bootcamps. It's impossible to learn cyber security in 5 days lol. Trust me. In college I had 6 months to learn ethical hacking, and that wasn't even enough
Military retiring with TS/SCI. Does a clearance give an advantage? Is remote work possible, for example if I wants to work outside the US and work remotely?
I graduated with a BS last year in cyber sec and networking engineering. I have 5 years helpdesk experience. should I just go for my cysa+ and start gunning for those security analyst roles? the burnout for helpdesk is starting to get to me considering I'm trying to save for a house after paying off my debts :/
YES, apply! You already have 5 yrs of helpdesk exp that will make you stand out, CYSA+ and maybe even Sec+ just so the credential is on your resume since its a popular HR cert. Best of luck to you, you got this!!
Hi Sandra, I have a question...like if we graduated with a cyber security degree than can we also work in software development as well ? Like will companies hire cybersecurity graduates as software developers ? Or we just bound to this career option only ? I am talking this in case we don't be able to get a job as fresher in cybersecurity than can we apply for software development jobs ? Btw your vedios are really helpful. Please reply to this, I am really in dilemma right now
Hi Sandra I am a 29 year old Registered Nurse of 8 years in ICU and Cardiac Cath lab and I’m done with healthcare. Been exploring cybersecurity but I have not IT experience but I am very interested it. I live in Denver area a big tech and engineering area. Been think of taking some intro classes and possible invest in a boot camp if I enjoy it. But would employers even look at my at all for IT?
you go through the burnout stage of this video and I realized something..... What happened to the nap pods and wellbeing benefits from tech companies and the free food and also the very good benefits???? Oh thats right every company and the higher management is wanting millions of dollars a year vs good and healthy happy employees doing the job. slave labor. If I am on vacation with my family I will not answer my phone at all. That company can get me when I am done with vacation.
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The video was very helpful 😀
Thanks for the video and the work btw!
I landed my first internship as a Security Analyst with using your resume template! Thank you so much and I’m so happy to start my career 🎉
That's amazing!! 💯🙌 Congratz on your internship and wishing you the best of luck!! Only up from here 🎊
Where can we find the template?
@@WithSandrahey Sandra. Can you post that comment again with one of your subscribers explaining how he got his first job from a temp contract position please? 🙏🏿
Can you please share the template. Where can we find it?
What course did you use? I’m trying to break in
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One of the best ways IMO is to start from Help Desk and gain some experience, get known in the company and that can open doors. Study also
How can you get experience when nobody is hiring you?
@@Hahahahahaha-s1x Internships while in college.
@@Hahahahahaha-s1xthat’s why I’m switching industries.
@@Hahahahahaha-s1x so... in cybersecurity you usually hack stuff, communicate with the company, offer you services, and go on...
That sounds like a waste of time 😭
I had a cybersecurity job but they paid $15 an hour with my degree in MIS. I got fired after giving them $15/hr effort. Now I have my Security+ and still struggle with interviews. Living in a big DoD city doesn't help because they want a Security clearance.
DoD requires CompTIA security+
Security + won't give you job. It's to easy to get
@@StiffShot that and a Security clearance.
@@truthteller8504 Most cyber jobs ask for a minimum of Security+ and a Secret Security clearance. I meet the cert and education requirements but still get no interviews.
I have a security clearance, just get a security clearance bro
Such an overwhelming career path , I’m exhausted
Thank you Sandra! ❤ I’m considering a career change and looking at getting qualifications at Cyber Security. I am zero knowledge in CS. I’m glad to find you here, your videos are very helpful. Keep it up! 🥰
Same here. I start my training next week.
Short answer: Yes! The industry is worth getting into.
100k right after college is my dreammm
I have 2 more months till graduation and I have the CompTIA trifecta. Currently flooding my resume with practical labs and sharpening my skills, hopefully it doesn’t take all year for a analyst role🙏
Best of luck to you!! Having those certs as a student is already way farther than I was at your age, you got this 💯🎊
Tbh you shouldn’t have an expectation of $100k salary out of school. First focus on just getting a job!
@@ZenityStudios I’m already a lab technician at my school, basically Helpdesk. I know the chances of 100k right after college is very low and I’m ok with a lower salary to start off.
Good to be ambitious, but also realistic! $100k is a lot of money, doesnt just get thrown out left and right! Best of luck :D@@marcpayz8747
Stop that dream of 100k out of school. See too many people screw themselves with that mindset.
Thanks for the video. Taking Sec+ next Monday to complete the trifecta. I’m use your videos and Unix guy to elevate and educate myself in the IT industry. Keep pushing out these great videos.
Here I am, a Registered Nurse looking at switching careers and I have no idea what is being said 😂
I would look into a Help Desk job. Fantastic place to start in IT, you will learn a ton and ypu don't need much tech knowledge more customer service knowledge
@@spranzini29 I actually applied to a help desk job, and got the job. Pay is extremely low compared to a RN but I am gonna do it for the experience.
@@chasem1032 Good for you It will be well worth it. You will be able to get a new IT job within a year especially if you get certs and stuff. The thing with IT is constant job hoping and it usually results in large pay increases. Best of luck to you!
I'm an 11y lpn n I'm on the same path
@@chasem1032how much is the hourly pay? I’m stuck between doing cybersecurity and nursing
I love the IT space. As a lover of learning, from testing to development to now potentially security, I love learning haha ❤ I can get burnt out but I genuinely crave learning so it's fine.
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Got my masters in cyber sec, it took a while but i was able to get a job in cyber. It just takes a grind. Jobs are also getting away from certs, due to finding alot of people not really having the "skill" assosiated with the cert. They are looking for experience. MOre now. Also if you have a clearence its even better.
Thank you for sharing your experience! 🙌
But dont you think certs will help towards getting a job in order to gain that experience first?
@@CS27ZO yes they will but after you get them you have to market yourself like showcase some work on LinkedIn every now and then that you do on the side. These little things will get you noticed and also I can’t emphasize how important it is for your resume to be nice clean and to the point. Once I did that, instantly started getting better results
i have my secret clearance and im getting my certs now you think ill be able to get job pretty easy
@CSI265 they will help but companies are getting smart at the interview stage. You need to back up those certs.
Thanks a lot for your video has a lot of value especially for someone leaving the airline industry and going to school for cyber security at full sail university
My biggest issue is remembering what I'm learning you got any tips on that.
Yup, just passed the GIAC GFACT in my first year in SANS. Cheers!
Freaking awesome! 🎉
Here is a question for people looking for a job in IT, which areas, and positions are in higher demand aside from cybersecurity ?
Yup....because none of comments or anyone seems to noticed how insanely difficult this field she her self said it without any shame that one in four...25% permanently leaving the field...
@@lennardvirajjayasekara2484 it seems because so many people are pursuing to work in cybersecurity, that other areas of IT may offer more job opportunities due to demand.
I recommend a network engineering route because of how coupled the fundamentals are. You will be very valuable in cysec with networking knowledge
Thanks for the info. These companies really want a lot in regards to when it comes to the requirements for Certifications, Education and Experience.. I thought it was just me when I was looking for jobs..I now know I wasn't crazy..
I’m 2.5 years into my cyber career and I definitely am making plans to hop into more of a governance/risk role. Appsec has been a very interesting and humbling experience but it really does require a lot of code review, something that I struggle with greatly. I do like that I’ve learned how to identify and distinguish true finding and false positive vulnerabilities. I can use this info going into my next role
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I agree with her answers since eventually companies will need to tap into the larger pool if they want to combat burnouts.
And will be much appreciated too since we are already stretch so much.
That's why it pays so much, because the talent pool with a lot of actual qualified talent is dwindling.
Income in puerto rico is from 30k to 40k so make sure you work for a mainland US company
Great video on the state of cybersecurity. I have to admit, there was a time where I thought I had you on fast speed, but I discovered that was your own natural speed. We have the ability to slow you down. We are not all alike, and it's amazing to see you speak the way you do. It only means your mind (processing speed) operates much faster than the typical person. Change if you want to, but I appreciate what you do regardless. :)
3:55 I got my ISC2 CC certification 2 weeks ago, but only started applying this week on LI and for now, it seems that there are very few vacancies here in Europe: I live in Portugal, which is not a tech hub so I'm feeling that this journey is going to be tougher than I thought...
Madhat landed a remote job. Thats what Im banking for. Im looking into jobs with physical security systems to have somewhat related experience while I can build up a pleasing portfolio. Maybe that might help
How's it going bro?
Not gonna lie I gave up because of all the lay offs and whatnot and it’s so hard to even get a job so it’s like what’s the point
You can do it! It took me hundreds of apps to get into IT and it was very worth it
Do you think it's too late for someone whose trying to go into this from just being a physical security guard to cyber security at the age of 37? I'm worried I may be too old and employers may frown on that. I'm kind of disappointed in myself that my focus in life was on other things that really didn't matter when I should have been focusing on my career instead.
I'd say take some courses to just get a taste and don't leave your safe job. then if you were recognized to be good at cyber security, invest in it. that's probably the best way to go with this.
It's never too late
How employers expect people to have that experience when they won't give the person the chance to obtain it will never stop amazing me. 🙄
I think it's because it's heavily implied that you are supposed to get said experiences through internships and apprenticeships while in college.
Casually saying CISSP with entry level roles is a little misleading, that cert albeit a great one to have is 8 domains, no way in hell you're passing a CISSP from a bootcamp.
So helpful good info. Always good to keep up with the current market/situation. Updated my resume with some projects couple of weeks ago and started applying again…back to the apply grind😅
You got this!! The tech market in general is highly volatile right now and I'm planning on making a vide on this in the next few weeks as well. Definitely a great call that you updated your resume with technical projects, wishing you the best of luck!
@@WithSandra thank you 🙏🏼….looking forward to that video!!
Did you land any jobs yets?@@t3keen0ob
This is a great video for people who are looking to get into the cybersecurity space!
I left my previous job a few years ago to go and study cybersecurity which I've now just finished at university. It makes me laugh to hear about burnout in cyber professionals, because that was why I abandoned my last career... great huh. I can either laugh or cry. Have I jumped out of the frying pan and into the fire? Thousands in costs later? Probably. That's life.
Thank you for this 💪🏼
NP, glad this could help share some insight!🙌
I laughed when I heard the comment about the speed, I was watching at 2X lol
Your speaking speed is right on track... Thanks for the candid look into your world as a CyberSecurity Pro. The part about burnout and mental health is exactly what I needed to hear back in 2013 when I took a long break away from tech. I'm back now.... Again thanks for creating the channel...
You just earned yourself a follower. Interesting information all through out.
English is not my first language, but I understand very well.
I just recently graduated from uni.i studied cybersecurity, I have been able to master most of the tools that I would to be a successful cybersecurity analyst ,from burpsuite to ripper .I have been looking for certifications to get that would make me more enticing to my employers .I am in a red team
REALLY PROUD of you. to grasp all the info and the schooling you did bravo💐💐💐💐💐💐💐💐💐👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏
Burnout is why I stopped my education in cybersecurity. I'm seeing what my options are rn. I just don't wanna get bored
I like your speed. I usually have to watch things in 1.5x to 2x speeds to maintain my focus but not with your videos. Also, love the content. Keep up the good work!
I'm a nurse. Got a cyber cert 2 years ago. Still no experience lol
My biggest recc would be to get technical projects on your resume when you start applying, that way you have the credentials (cert) plus technical experience, if you don't have your Security+ yet, that would be the one I recommend getting for anyone new to cyber.
I have a cyber beginner projects vid linked here: ruclips.net/video/zc7LTa9q2nI/видео.html Best of luck to you!
you can’t just get one cert and expect a job in cyber unfortunately
Keep in mind that cybersecurity in the grand scheme of the tech industry is not entry level, you won't just get thrown into an analyst role without any prior experience. Some people have certs (multiple) AND degrees and still won't qualify because of lack of experience.
Take on labs, projects, build a portfolio, etc. Or start at an entry level (a single cert won't guarantee entry level either) tech job and work your way up.
I'm almost willing to bet that it was a RUclipsr who sold you the dream of "starting a job in cybersecurity in just 7 days without ANY experience!" I've seen quite a few of those, and it's unfortunate that they usually target people who don't even have a fundamental knowledge in IT.
I just reread your post and you said "still no experience." What are you doing to change that? How many labs have you done? How many hands-on courses have you taken since? Have to tried platforms like Try Hack Me or Hack the Box to build some skills? You gotta make it happen yourself.
Also. What exactly do you want to focus on in cybersecurity? It's a broad field with many specializations.
ruclips.net/video/wLgkX6F3ZDA/видео.htmlsi=ZGsQDso3z0FfEsov
Follow as many people as you can who are in IT or cybersecurity to get different perspectives. Besides Sandra, whom I think gives great advice , also follow the Unix Guy, Dr. Gerald Auger from Simply Cyber, Heath Adams aka The Cyber Mentor, John Hammond, David Bombal, Network Chuck, Mad Hat, Tiff In Tech, Black Hills Information Security and their training platform Antisyphon Training, Rana Khalil, Tib3rius, CrypotCat, Phillip Wylie, Neil Bridges, Vickie Li, Tech With Lucy, Nicole Enesse... just to name a few.
Listen to a podcast called Getting Into Infosec to hear some stories from people who transitioned into information security from completely unrelated fields.
Good luck, and don't give up!!
Same. Taking classes now to switch
Do you script your videos ahead of time and read off a prompter? Or do you record you videos naturally? Your pace is great so no change needed.
I tried a teleprompter for a few vids back then but I suck at reading off of it lol, so I just talk off the cuff now but have a high level list of topics to cover on the side as I record! :D thanks for asking
I don’t recommended springboard. I tried it and there were many issues. I did get my money back though
I'll just self study to fill my time as I dont ever intend on getting a job in the field. Maybe one day things will change.
This is actually most likely to lead to success. Good luck 🤞
thank you so much for the video! I'm excited to get over all these hurdles and laid a good job in CyberSecurity! P.S I don't think you speak fast at all I think if people are complaining its because their listening too slow.. If anything was distracting it's from how beautiful you are, keep up the great content
i'm going to try to make the switch. hopefully having software development experience makes that easier.
My SWE experience definitely helped me. Best of luck to you and keep us updated! And join the Discord :D we share a lot of hiring experiences there if u havent already - discord.gg/2YZUVbbpr9
I liked the video Sandra. I watch everything at 2x speed and I had no problem following you though I realize not everyone can process at that speed. I hope your sabbatical is helping.
The speed at which you speak at is fine. Some people just listen slow loool
Man....considering this individual had an idyllic start to her Cybersecurity career (six figures right out of college), and she still got out of the field within 4 years ??? 😅 Makes you rethink if this field is really that great.
A- super hard to break into the field
B- those crushing it GTHO lol
I mean she made a minimum of $400k so I think taking a step back and spending her time working for herself is a logical, obvious step to take. She likely has her finances in order and built a successful youtube channel during that time, which she can use as a portfolio for whatever job she wants if she gets sick of it
I watch in 2x 3x speed. All your words are very clear
YES! A fellow 2x speed listener!! :D 3x is crazy though, you have insane concentration for that 😆
Hey Sandra, The speed is good now! Well done :)
they should have a department that aligns people for employment, that would be something that would be a win win. win.
I currently hold a 2 year degree, network+ and security+ and I am really struggling to find a job even for an internship. Would springboard be a viable option for me? I have heard from many people you need a BS for their job placement guarantee.
Hi, I have applied to Oxford Brookes University in their Computer science for Cyber Security BSc program. It is accredited by NCSC in UK. Is it a good path?
Yes. Very good.
I will finish my degree in Cyber Security next year, will that open doors for me?
Thank you for this great and honest video
Thanks a lot for this video. Subscribed
Nope. The job market is dog poop and saturated at the entry level with bootcamp graduates and career changers. The experienced roles are usually very boring and extremely competitive.
I'm looking to get out.
Thanks for the honesty. As an artist with a knack for IT, the economy has not been favorable for artists/craftsmen, leading to a lot of career shifts. Which leads to immense competition in the entry roles. Have you considered starting your own private security consultant company?
RN I am studying cyber security as my 1st major because I'm double majoring and once I finish my cyber security major I am going to apply for a cyber security job next year
What’s better ? Nursing or cyber security
@@BrianC-ss8hk which is your part time career and main career because cyber security is my part time career and my other major is my main career
@@ianmpena my current career is local delivery truck driver. I have a bachelors outside of cybersecurity. Strongly considering Technology or healthcare, but tbh I don’t know what I should go. I’m sick of working 60-80 hour weeks in trucking. I’m getting burnt out
@@BrianC-ss8hk cyber security is a good career for you
It's understandable since any mistake in the cybersecurity can cost millions $.
Going to WGU for their cybersec program which is great and will get all of my needed certs but I'm currently working as a contract IAM analyst also doing GRC work(cross trained) and I'm only making $15 an hr :( I've had receptionist jobs that paid me $19-24 an hr so it feels like such a joke. I hope this job market and working my ass off for my degree and certs will be worth it. I'm already in debt so I'm stressed out.
I've been wanting to enroll but just scared to jump lol. Has your experience been positive so far?
@@CarsonLoewen knocked out 5 classes in 3 weeks then CompTIA’s A+ beat my ass. Most archaic exam I’ve taken so I’m switching to IT Management instead to avoid certs I don’t need. Def recommend it if you’re working full time too and need flexibility and affordability
@@FaerieTidbitsHey I’m sorry to hear about that experience…definitely rough. If you don’t mind can you elaborate on how it was archaic? Appreciate it my friend!
@@booptroops7867 they word shit so weird on the exam, you second guess yourself a lot. Most of the material studied under Messer or Dion weren’t on the exams either
@@FaerieTidbits That's extremely annoying and dumb. I see what you're saying. Thank you so much for the reply and wish you the best on your new ventures!
Great video! Much needed as things are changing with the economy and tech layoffs. Good to know firsthand about the difficulties with recruitment in Cybersecurity and how to keep going.🌟💯
If one expects to make $100,000 with a degree and or certificate from bootcamp, forget about it because that’s not realistic. You might have a chance if you know someone like an IT director or upper management, but still the odds of that happening is very slim. I believe it’s better to get your foot in the door, then work at a company for a couple years. From there, you can take your experience and apply to higher paying roles or even if you get a promotion then that’s very good.
Idk what to do.. I have a friend his uncle is the at very high position in a big 4 company.. don't want to take name. He just passed the entry level exam os Cysc and got into company and got 6 figured salary. I dont have any of my relative who can do that for me but just wanted to know is this right time to get into the cybsec ?? I am already 30
@damandeepsingh4243 you know somebody, use the friend and his uncle as references. Network pal
A lot of companies are goofy as hell today as well too and are not hiring people or wanting to pay crap pay
They literally do not want to train, they just want you to show up and know everything.
The voice speed was perfect!
great time saver video
Is it possible to just have certificates and obvious projects included to still land cyber role even without a degree? The reason I ask is because currently that's the best path i can financially support
Where i can find resume template
I am new to (just starting to learn) cyber security. I dont know if this happens to anyone or not but I get overwhelmed then I think "I cannot do". Is there any advise how I can get out of being overwhelmed.
It's all about outlining your longterm goals and sticking to them! Whether it be studying for a certification, doing technical projects, or joining a bootcamp, it's all taken step-by-step so you don't get overwhelmed by all the information and resources out there, bc there is A LOT. I have a free beginner's guide you can follow that will give you simple steps to take to get started, hope this helps and best of luck! - www.withsandra.dev/
I comfortably listened to this at 1.5x speed, lol!
As for the points about burnout and being on call even at 3am or while on holidays, why don't the companies just hire enough staff to do shift work? E.g have a team for the morning shift, a different team for the evening shift and a some skeleton staff for the graveyard shift? That way, holidays won't be inturrupted, and the day staff won't have inturrupted sleep. Even law firms and banks do this for their back office departments. Or is that too logical for them?
Lol if this logic worked we would have zero unemployment and staffing issues would be a thing of the past. Almost every company in literally every industry runs a skeleton crew, it's cheaper and makes everything worse but hey at least it saves like $5 a month 🤡!
@@FyerBear Lol! I find it hilarious when some nimrod who thinks they know what they're talking about starts chatting breeze below my comments, just for the sake of it 😅
Great video. I talk fast too. I think fast talkers are that way due to the fact how fast they think. Some people are quick thinkers and fast learners. Thanks for the info!!!
u couldve put another couple of sponsors
You did good !
with no college, no its not worth it. Im 170 applications in with a compTIA sec+ with no phone calls. Also i worked 7 years with department of defense. AND you're competing with layoffs people who have experience and college
I’m a recent graduate with an AAS in cyber security and no luck for me >_> gonna keep pushing
Same
It’s not impossible to land an analyst role. What I did was work for the state government and started offering to do Cybersecurity stuff even though it wasn’t my main job title.
I then used that experience for my resume and used my clearance to get a cyber analyst job for the DoD.
The hardest part is the first job.
Just sharing a copy/paste of a fellow discord member from our channel who recently got two cyber offers after completing his contract so you can get some insight into their background/exp - phlyguy77 - Today at 1:25 PM
Sure! So I'm in Vulnerability Management. I have a Qualys Vulnerability Cert which is free, I also hold the Google Cloud cert. I have a Bachelors in Political Science I graduated in 2019. After I graduated I did a bootcamp at a Community College and landed my first SOC role for a MSSP I did that for two years then did a Vulnerability Management contract for six months which just ended March 1, 2024 and I'm based in Ohio. In my new role I will be doing Vulnerability Management for a Big 4 consulting firm. In my experience the biggest peice of advise I can give is network and apply for as many roles as possible. I'm also a member of my local ISC2 group. Also if you're looking to get experience look into Contracts! My SOC role started as a six month contract to hire and what I do is create my own network of recruiters from different companies. For example I will work with at least two recruiters from Insight Global, two from Robert Half, two from Beacon Hill etc. From there they will do their best to find you roles. If you are new to cyber consider contracts to get some experience on your resume. After one or two positions you should be good.
Also plug for our Discord channel to join the convo here! - discord.gg/2YZUVbbpr9
@@WithSandra I think up until last year it was a formidable, business plan, but things have changed a lot since 2020. That’s before the tech layoffs, the new competition, and the AI take over. Also that’s with some kind of college experience. I think when they remove the college necessity, it will be a little more opportunity. But a lot of people don’t realize if they don’t have that initial college the companies little AI helper won’t forward application to HR. So most of the time your resumes not even getting seen. Not to mention now companies are getting tax breaks for hiring immigrants. More profitable for them to hire immigrants for entry-level position and train them. Also, anyone that had a job before 2022 has a different playing field then someone who got a cert post 2022. Not impossible! But people need to realize the facts before getting sold courses. I can say that because I was someone who got sold the courses. Lol
I work a full time job and had to take a gap year so I could save up to go a community college. I’m currently enrolled and working on my aas degree in cyber and IT I’m honestly starting to have second thoughts and thinking I made the wrong choice. This is a field I wanted to get into but now I feel like a baby learning to walk again
You got this! Take baby steps and soon you’ll be able to run towards your future
@@FlyWithLove Thanks I needed to hear that
Workinn on bachelor's and trifecta rn. If it was easy east to get in this awesome field wluld it even be as rewarding?
Kudos to you for working on the trifecta! 🙌 That's also a very interesting perspective if you look at it that way 💯
@@WithSandra I go to wgu for school so thankfully it's included. Nothing worth pursuing is easy
Which would pay more in the long term? OT or IT Cybersecurity?
I recently got my ccna and security+ should I still study cyber security?
Did you get any job yet? Just asking bcz I want to switch my career..
I would think that this field is still higher in demand because it is pretty hard to
Great job! You’re getting better. I don’t think you spoke too fast in this one. 😊👍
LOL Yay, glad it's getting better xD
You could just reduce the speed of the video smh 😒 Boomers.
Don't know if you reply to these, but do you know if there are some low key job/career fairs in cybersecurity that actually interview applicants? The death of career fairs in Covid ruined meetups and things became more virtual. It's been hard to network for those of us that live in the middle of nowhere where the jobs just aren't there, or they pay very low and expect you to work 24/7/365.
If she's trying to sell her classes and sponsors , no shot she's gonna say it's still worth to get in. Entry level for cyber is hell , don't expect to get in just with certs or go straight into cybersec sector after college grad.
Hey I’m studying computer programming right now it’s a 2 year program. I want to work in cybersecurity but I’m wondering if I should finish this course and do a 1 year cybersecurity, or do a boot camp during the summer before my 2nd year. Any help would be appreciated thank you!
Boot camps are a waste of money imo. Just finish your 2 year program and go hard on cyber lab work.
I have a question for anyone that has done cyber security boot camps. Is that worth it or is it better going a degree route? I’m not sure what will benefit me more. I already have bachelor’s degree in Computer Information Systems and it’s been a while since I have used my degree so I saw cyber security bootcamp ad and it seems like an interesting option.
Hi Sandra, I am considering getting into cybersecurity and may start a bootcamp, i have a sales background. I want to ask can the bootcamp help me in getting a job in London as thats where im based.
Don't do bootcamps. It's impossible to learn cyber security in 5 days lol. Trust me. In college I had 6 months to learn ethical hacking, and that wasn't even enough
@@justinkassinger8238 thanks. What would u suggest the route i take to break into cybersecurity.
What about veterans who has their clearance but no experience but have certs dose that help?
Military retiring with TS/SCI. Does a clearance give an advantage? Is remote work possible, for example if I wants to work outside the US and work remotely?
They give a big advantage, and a way higher chance of making 6 figures
@@Mack9077 thanks
@@MrRandyMarsh1 your welcome and good luck with your new career
@@Mack9077 thanks , I start cyber fundamentals and networking technology next week . Should be fun
What certs do you have Sandra?
ITS USEFUL SESSION
I graduated with a BS last year in cyber sec and networking engineering. I have 5 years helpdesk experience. should I just go for my cysa+ and start gunning for those security analyst roles? the burnout for helpdesk is starting to get to me considering I'm trying to save for a house after paying off my debts :/
YES, apply! You already have 5 yrs of helpdesk exp that will make you stand out, CYSA+ and maybe even Sec+ just so the credential is on your resume since its a popular HR cert. Best of luck to you, you got this!!
@@WithSandra tyvm you rock
Hi Sandra, I have a question...like if we graduated with a cyber security degree than can we also work in software development as well ? Like will companies hire cybersecurity graduates as software developers ? Or we just bound to this career option only ? I am talking this in case we don't be able to get a job as fresher in cybersecurity than can we apply for software development jobs ? Btw your vedios are really helpful. Please reply to this, I am really in dilemma right now
Problem 1 disqualifies most ppl. Cybersecurity is not entry level
Hie Sandra do l need a high school certificate to enter into cyber security training?
Great content! I need to watch at 0.75 not to get lost 😄
Hi Sandra
I am a 29 year old Registered Nurse of 8 years in ICU and Cardiac Cath lab and I’m done with healthcare. Been exploring cybersecurity but I have not IT experience but I am very interested it. I live in Denver area a big tech and engineering area. Been think of taking some intro classes and possible invest in a boot camp if I enjoy it. But would employers even look at my at all for IT?
you go through the burnout stage of this video and I realized something..... What happened to the nap pods and wellbeing benefits from tech companies and the free food and also the very good benefits???? Oh thats right every company and the higher management is wanting millions of dollars a year vs good and healthy happy employees doing the job. slave labor. If I am on vacation with my family I will not answer my phone at all. That company can get me when I am done with vacation.
I know you have been asked this question before, but is cybersecurity hard?
Should i go to college for this career? Or is it not necessary