Is a Cyber Security Degree Actually Worth It? ????

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Trying to land your first job in cyber security but don't know where to start? In this video, I break down my top 7 actionable tips to break into cybersecurity and secure your first entry-level information security role in today's competitive job market.

From choosing the right college major to leveraging IT experience and the best hands-on labs, this roadmap will give you a massive competitive edge over other candidates.

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???? RESOURCES MENTIONED:
• Professor Messer’s Free Network+ Course: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLG49S3nxzAnl_tQe3kvnmeMid0mjF8Le8
• My Hacking VM Setup Video: https://youtu.be/sDOB2rvyFOg?si=rBRh5L9-3E3UUMnq
• Hands-On Labs: TryHackMe (Great for beginners) & HackTheBox Academy (Advanced)

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0:00 - Introduction: The Reality of the Cyber Job Market
0:39 - Tip 1: The Truth About a Tech Degree (Why it Matters Now)
02:06 - Tip 2: Why Every Cyber Pro Needs to Learn to Code
03:34 - Tip 3: Learn to Linux
04:22 - Tip 4: Master the Basics of Networking
05:13 - Tip 5: My Career Journey (From Helpdesk Intern to Cyber Specialist)
06:20 - Tip 6: The Best Certifications for Entry-Level (Security+, CySA+, OSCP)
07:25 - Tip 7: Hands-On Practice with TryHackMe & HackTheBox
08:30 - BONUS: Job Hunting Tips

???? ABOUT THIS VIDEO:
Breaking into cybersecurity without experience is tough, but it's not impossible. In this video, I share the exact blueprint I used to go from an IT helpdesk summer intern to a Network Administrator, and ultimately into an IT Cyber Specialist and Vulnerability Analyst role.

We cover why a 4-year tech degree (Computer Science, IT, Software Engineering) is crucial in the current market, why Python, Bash, and PowerShell are essential for security automation, and how to set up your own home lab using Linux (Ubuntu, Kali, Mint, Parrot). You'll also learn the exact certification path to take depending on whether you want to go Blue Team (CySA+) or Red Team (OSCP, CPTS).

If you’re serious about a career in cybersecurity, make sure to hit that Subscribe button for more real-world cyber career advice, hacking tutorials, and tech roadmaps!

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