The TechTual Talk
Introducing The Techtual Talk - the ultimate podcast for exploring the exciting world of technology and promoting diversity in the industry! Join us as we delve into the many avenues available in tech, including non-technical roles, and shine a spotlight on the representation of African Americans and other people of color in this space. We believe that every child, regardless of their background, should have the opportunity to discover and pursue a fulfilling career in technology. With The Techtual Talk, we aim to bridge the gap and provide the inspiration and resources needed to succeed.
Accenture Exposed The Pentagon To AI: The Shadow Agent Crisis
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Did an Accenture contractor just expose the Pentagon to a rogue AI, or are we entering a dangerous new era of uncontrollable shadow agents? In Episode 225 of The TechTual Talk, HD and CyberShortieee dive into the terrifying reality of AI agents infiltrating highly secure government networks, why Bank of America is begging you to stop giving your passwords to AI assistants, and the brewing retail war between Amazon and Walmart over autonomous AI shoppers. Plus, they break down how hackers are weaponizing phishing...
Big 4 Consulting Firms Will Ruin Your Life: No Hype, Just Reality
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Is working at a Big 4 consulting firm a guaranteed career launchpad, or is it a trap that will burn you out and ruin your life? In Episode 224 of The TechTual Talk, HD and CyberShortieee dive into the harsh realities of corporate consulting culture, why major banks like JPMorgan are blocking rogue third-party AI agents, and whether you should ever give a two-week notice when leaving a job. Plus, they break down the massive PHP2Shell zero-day exploit, ConnectWise supply chain attacks, and Workday’s...
Is Pretty Privilege REAL in IT?, US H-1B Visa Crackdown, In-Person Interviews Return?
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Are you actually performing well at work, or are you on the verge of being surprised at your next review? In this clip from Episode 223 of The TechTual Talk, HD and CyberShortieee break down how to proactively measure your standing at work, the federal H-1B visa crackdown and tech hiring impact, and why AI face tools might bring back mandatory in-person interviews sooner than you think.
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Ep. 222 | Is Your Degree Useless?, OpenAI Breaches Gov Systems, Should you Quit a $200K Stable Job?
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In Episode 222, HD and CyberShortieee are back in the building after a two-week break to tackle federal breach chaos, rogue AI agents, and big career questions! They dive into Cybersecurity Awareness Month, ShinyHunters hacking fbijobs.gov, and unencrypted Pentagon files exposing over 3 million records. The duo also breaks down OpenAI’s agent accessing Australian government systems, Meta Muse syncing local Mac messages, CrowdStrike’s new continuous identity tech for AI, and mass Citrix NetScaler exploits. Plus, they share real talk on the best...
Are Trades Better Than Tech? Gen Z Work Debates, Claude Money & HBO Max Hack
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In Episode 221, HD goes solo dolo to cover Andrew Yang’s AI dividend warnings, Anthropic testing "Claude Money" with live bank links, and leaked GoogleBook photos! He breaks down ClickFix malware hitting Mac/Windows via compromised Reddit ads, ShinyHunters leaking Florida DMV records, and new Microsoft Teams security blocks. Plus, HD shares real talk on Gen Z vs. Boomers in corporate America, blue-collar vs. white-collar salaries, interview red flags, and ending hi...
Is Your Career Stagnating? Navigating Tech Shifts, Resume Gaps & AI Risks
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In Episode 220, HD and Cybershortieee break down an Iranian hacker group claiming credit for a Texas AT&T outage while the company points to cable theft, an AI agent going rogue in a sandbox and battling CAPTCHAs, and over 395 organizations getting breached in seconds through PaperCut flaws. They unpack AdaptHealth’s 4.1M patient data exposure tied to a phished contractor, how AI agents are swamping government portals with "agentic flooding," and Prophet Security’s report revealing why stolen session cookies survive password resets. Plus, they share hot...
GenZ vs Boomers on Student Debt, IDScan was hacked, 284M Records Stolen in McKesson Breach
In Episode 219, HD and Cybershortieee dive into the massive 284M patient record McKesson healthcare breach, a dark web leak exposing 153M driver's licenses from IDScan, and X Money’s launch getting hit with mass password reset attacks. They unpack a heated Gen Z vs. Boomers debate on student debt cancellation, NYC’s one-year AI ban in K-8 public schools, and a court software breach that leaked sealed judicial documents across 11 states. Plus, they get real on tech workplace culture, AI-generated resume traps, and how to escape being stuck on the help desk. Tune in for your weekly dose of cybe...
Meta Pays $18B for Kids Data, Fake 49ers WR Scams $1.3M, Is Gen Z Soft?
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In Episode 218, HD and Cybershortieee dive into Meta’s landmark $18B settlement over kids' data, critical ServiceNow AI vulnerabilities, and major tech giants sounding the alarm on rogue AI. They also unpack the wild story of a fake 49ers player scamming $1.3M, dangerous fake GTA 6 malware traps, and the real talk behind tech career burnout. Tune in for your weekly dose of cybersecurity news, viral reactions, and honest tech career advice!
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CISSP w/ No Experience is USELESS?, Walmart FINALLY Adds Apple Pay, 100+ Apps Still Isn't Enough?
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In episode 217, CyberShortieee and HD discuss backlash to the claim that Security+ can be more useful than CISSP early in a career, arguing that stacking certs and even a WGU master’s without clear, relevant work history or internships can hurt, and resumes should align tightly to targeted roles. They cover an alleged LockBit breach claim against US Bank with no posted data sample and emphasize basic security hygiene and verification. Other topics include an Omaha bank robber who planned with AI, T-Mobile cu...
Anthropic Watermarking AI ?, North Koreans worked for US Government, Google PIxel 11
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In this episode, we break down the biggest tech and security headlines of the week:
🤖 Anthropic AI Watermarking: Anthropic rolls out AI text watermarks—and why most online "watermark removers" are scams.
🕵️ FBI Cyber Warning: A North Korean remote worker infiltrates a U.S. government agency using stolen identity credentials.
📱 Apple & FBI Security Alerts: What to do if you receive Apple’s severe spyware notification, plus FBI warnings on cloud account takeovers.
đźš” Surveillance Accountability: Flock Safety unveils new audit tools aimed at sto...
Meta Hit w/ $942M Fine, Finance Execs getting extorted for 10Ms , Job Market isn't dead?
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Why are phone scammers extorting $10M from top financial execs—and how did a voice phishing call bypass Levi’s security perimeters? In this episode of The TechTual Talk, HD exposes how cybercriminals are bypassing multi-million dollar defenses with basic social engineering and caller ID spoofing. Plus, we break down Meta's massive $942M legal penalty and court-mandated AI age prediction models, the 26-year-old Snowflake hacker facing 32 years in federal prison, Cloudflare’s new Kitesurf browser built specifically for AI agents, business email session hijacki...
Google Exposed Claude Chats , OpenAI vs HuggingFace, Brinks Security gets hacked?
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In episode 214 of The Techtual Talk, hosts HD and CyberShortieee discuss campus culture and professionalism while reacting to Tuskegee University’s new dress code restricting items like bonnets, durags, house slippers, and revealing clothing in classrooms and cafeterias. They highlight the UK’s “Cyber Choices” program that redirects teen hackers into training and careers, then cover AI and cloud security issues including publicly searchable Claude shared chats due to indexing/noindex gaps and an autonomous AI-model-driven breach at Hugging Face. The show also addresses coordinated cyberattacks on Minnesota water utilities targeting PLCs, attribution uncertainty, and the push toward O...
$137k Job Scam Exposed, Iran Hacking US Water Grid, OpenAI Security Breach
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Why are fake $137k entry-level cyber jobs taking over LinkedIn? In this episode of The TechTual Talk, HD exposes a live job scam targeting tech applicants with fake PDF assessments and stood-up domains. Plus, we break down Iranian hackers targeting US water and energy grids, the OpenAI breach fallout and Hugging Face's call for radical AI transparency, fake Claude AI apps spreading SectopRAT malware via Bing ads, "Slopsquatting" attacks targeting AI hallucinations, hidden car devices open to remote hacking...
Coca-Cola Hack, Apple's Secret Zero-Day, Why Gen Z Loses Job Offers
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Why is Coca-Cola shutting down US factories? In this episode of The TechTual Talk, we break down the sudden ransomware attack on a massive $4B dairy subsidiary that is disrupting supply chains. Plus, we dive into the wild new update on the Apple vs. OpenAI lawsuit involving an unreturned laptop and a zero-day exploit, a nasty new Mac malware that traps your computer in an 83-hour loop, the LAPD walking away from its massive police surveillance contract, and the...
Why is Apple suing OpenAI?
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In this episode of The TechTual Talk, we break down the high-stakes corporate legal battle that is shaking up the tech industry. Plus, we dive into federal cyber agency CISA admitting to major incident response struggles, Meta's new AI sneaking its way into your camera roll, the EU's potential ban on addictive app designs, and what tech roles are actually getting paid the most right now.
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The First AI Ransomware Attack, 3 Million Texas IDs Stolen & Fake Zoom Interview Hack?
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Welcome back to The Techtual Talk! This week, HD and @Cybershortieee  dive deep into the wildest tech breaches, career shakeups, and security nightmares hitting the headlines right now. From an unprecedented cyber attack entirely executed by artificial intelligence to millions of leaked identities right here in Texas, we are breaking down what you need to know to stay protected.
We also unpack the brutal reality of the current tech jo...
Day in the Life of a Chief Information Security Officer
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Join Vice President of Customer Security Officer Program (CSO) at Microsoft Nicole Darden Ford on The TechTual Talk as she reveals what it takes to secure global brands. Learn how to beat AI attacks , survive CISO burnout , manage offshore teams , and why you MUST be brilliant at the cyber basics to stop multi-million dollar hacks!
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How to Build a Six-Figure Tech Career Using Linux
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In this episode, host HD sits down with Jubee Vilceus, CEO of Yellowtail Tech and Red Hat Certified Professional, to break down how complete beginners are leveraging Linux and AWS to break into IT. Jubee shares his personal journey from struggling to find a job post-graduation to launching a program that rejects high-pressure, short-term bootcamps in favor of a deep, deliberate approach to mastery.
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Coupang’s $409M Fine, ServiceNow Flaw, Anthropic Fable and AI Hiring Bias
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Welcome back to The Techtual Talk! This week, HD and CyberShortieee break down the latest cyber headlines and brutal job market realities.
🔍 What We Cover:
$409M Coupang Fine: An IT insider steals corporate keys and exposes two-thirds of South Korea.
ServiceNow API Exploit: The real-world scramble inside the SOC over a critical unauthenticated flaw.
North Korean Coworkers: Famous Chollima uses AI deepfakes to land remote US tech jobs.
Algorithmic Monoculture: A Stanford study proves ATS platforms blacklist candi...
IBM was hacked 56,000 times(and nobody knew)
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An executive turned whistleblower just exposed a massive corporate cover-up at IBM. In this episode, we break down how Chinese state-sponsored hackers allegedly breached IBM’s core network over 56,000 times—and why it was kept hidden from the US government. Plus, we’re diving into a stealthy 5-month hack on a global stock exchange , a dangerous new ransomware scam hitting law firms , and a Stanford study proving massive AI hiring bias. Are you making the critical interview mistake that keeps tech workers broke? Is your comfortable tech job secr...
20 Final Round Interviews but ZERO OFFERS ‼️
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The TechTual Talk is BACK! HD & Cyber Shortieee reveal how CISA leaked its own cloud keys, expose CompTIA’s price hikes, and break down an applicant stuck at 20 final-round interviews. Plus, the truth about zero-click spyware and tech support scam busts. Like & subscribe!
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From Air Force to Six-Figure Cloud Engineer
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In today's latest episode of The TechTual Talk, Host HD & Cybershortieee interview Equasha, a cloud security engineer and founder of Tech E Consulting. In this unfiltered conversation, the Air Force veteran exposes the reality of breaking into cloud tech, calling out the massive lie that a basic certification guarantees an immediate six-figure salary. She shares her transition from network engineering in the military to civilian tech , why she is purely motivated by money to fund her luxury lifestyle , and her experiences navigating corporate spaces as a Black...
6-Figure Tech Careers for Vets: The Real Truth
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HD and Myra Marbley dive into the "Real Truth" of transitioning from a 13-year career in the Marine Corps to the front lines of Cybersecurity. They discuss the challenges of being a double minority in tech, navigating corporate politics, and the reality of 6-figure salaries after service.
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The Military-to-Tech Blueprint: How to move from Admin roles into Networking and Pen Testing.
Career Truths: Why certifications like Security+ and the Google Cyber Certificate are game-changers.
Survival Advice: Managing "m...
Is the Job Market Cooked(in 2026)?
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In episode 206 of The Techtual Talk, HD and CyberShortieee promote her new pre-release novel “Hostile Takeover,” an urban fiction romance/thriller with light technical elements about fraud and stalking, discuss her post-book “tour,” and plan a signed-copy giveaway. They cover Americans sentenced for enabling North Korean remote IT-worker schemes using stolen identities,” DJI Osmo Pocket 4 launch blocked in the U.S. due to FCC restrictions, Microsoft Teams social engineering delivering “Snow” malware, Checkmarx and Bitwarden CLI supply-chain compromises. They also discuss tech layoffs, resume/LinkedIn strategy, degree mills/class sig...
Is Claude Mythos the End of Cybersecurity? (Project Glasswing)
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HD & Cybershortieee react to latest AI news regarding Anthropic's Claude Mythos and Project Glasswing. What does it really mean for the industry. They also will touch on Delve's fiasco, career advice and much more
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Ep. 204 FBI Director & Lockheed Martin Hacked: America’s Worst Security Disaster?
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The episode features an alarming claim that Iranian hackers compromised the personal email account of an individual associated with the FBI Director, specifically naming Kash Patel. This incident is discussed alongside a confirmed data breach at Crunchyroll and the discovery of the new Infinity Stealer malware targeting MacOS users via Clickfix lures. The show also covers an update on the Stryker cyberattack and an FCC ban on certain foreign-made routers...
ep. 203 Iranian hackers Just DELETED Stryker: The Scariest Cyber Attack of 2026.
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In this episode of the Techtual Talk podcast, HD and Cybershortieee cover major cyber stories including a pro-Iran “wiper” attack claim against medical device giant Stryker that allegedly wiped 200,000 systems via Microsoft Intune, ShinyHunters exploiting misconfigured Salesforce Experience Cloud using a modified defensive tool, and a supply-chain pivot that led to a near‑petabyte TELUS Digital data theft and a $65M extortion demand. .
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Ep. 202 Why Gen Z is getting FIRED, Capella's Master Degree in 36 days, $300k Cyber Jobs
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In this episode of The TechTual Talk, HD & @Cybershortieee  debate Gen Z workplace readiness ,major cyber and tech stories including the FBI wiretap-system, a 3.4M-TriZetto health-data breach, ransomware via stolen credentials/remote access, Trump’s brief cyber strategy amid CISA cuts, Claude/Anthropic’s Firefox bug-finding and how someone's fiancee cost them a $300k job opportunity
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Ep. 201 Why Jack Dorsey Just Fired 4,000 People (And Who Is Next) |
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This episode of The TechTual Talk covers cybersecurity news and trends, featuring lively discussions between HD and Cybershortieee. Key topics include the Block laying off 40% of their staff, PayPal data breach exposing highly sensitive information, ATM jackpotting attacks, vulnerabilities in AI tools like Claude Code, corporate etiquette for Black professionals, and the risks of rapid AI adoption. The hosts share practical security advice and unpack evolving tech threats.
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Ep. 200 What Amazon & Meta Aren’t Telling You About Layoffs
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This episode of The TechTual Talk covers the massive Amazon tech layoffs in 2026, the Ring doorbell fiasco, Tips from HR, Epstein hackers, moltbook and more!
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From College Dropout to $500k AWS Cloud Engineer
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This episode of The TechTual Talk features Adetayo Ibijemilusi
, who shares his inspiring journey from dropping out of nursing school to building a lucrative career in cloud engineering. He discusses overcoming adversity, leveraging high-income tech skills, mastering job stacking, and scaling his income to nearly $500,000 annually. The conversation covers mindset, finding mentors, career tips, and how cloud roles offer time freedom and financial growth.
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What Recruiters Really Think: Resumes, AI, and Job Search Myths Uncovered
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This episode of The TechTual Talk features HD and recruiter Nate Wylie, diving into what recruiters really think about resumes, the impact of AI on job applications, recruitment processes, and career advice. Nate Wylie shares insights from 15 years in recruiting, discussing agency versus in-house roles, market changes, LinkedIn’s importance, and how AI misuse can hurt applicants’ chances. They wrap up with practical advice for job seekers and recruiters.
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Episode 199 Ex Intel Employee stole 18,000 files, Top Breaches of 2025, Career Advice for your 30s
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This episode of The TechTual Talk covers New Year plans, tech gear choices, the pros and cons of GM dropping Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and the rise of agentic AI browsers and their security risks. Henri and Cybershortieee discuss digital career pivots, insider security threats, work/life balance, the impact of AI in cybersecurity, and practical life tips. They blend tech news with real-life career advice and lively discussion.
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Ep. 198 Breaking Into Security: Helpdesk Roots, GovTech Woes, and Red Team Dreams
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This episode of The TechTual Talk features Lee Clayton sharing his career journey from helpdesk to pentester. HD and Lee Clayton discuss skill-building, career moves, industry hot takes, the importance of continuous learning, and challenges in tech hiring. Lee covers his experience in security engineering, Linux automation, and breaking into red teaming, stressing that real tech progress demands perseverance and self-motivation.
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Episode 197 Would you Return to Office for a $250k Salary?
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In this episode of The TechTual Talk HD and CyberShortieee dive deep into money, tech, and career growth. They cover negotiation tips, bonus management, salary debates, major data breaches, AI use in business, and workplace culture. The conversation weaves personal finance lessons with cybersecurity updates and industry news, all with engaging stories and practical advice for listeners in tech and beyond.
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IT Helpdesk helped him become a Cyber Security Analyst(in 2025)
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In this episode of The TechTual Talk, hosts HD and guest  Kwentin discuss neurodivergence in cybersecurity. Kwentin shares his experiences as an autistic professional in tech, covering his academic journey, career in IT and cybersecurity, interview and workplace challenges, and advice for others on the spectrum. The conversation blends career insights, personal stories, and tips for breaking into tech while neurodivergent.
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Ep. 196 CrowdStrike's Insider Threat Problem, $140k Student Loan Debt, and Phishing Attacks
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In this episode of The TechTual Talk, HD and CyberShortieee dive into cybersecurity news and insights, focusing on topics like phishing attacks, the risks of legacy systems, insider threats at CrowdStrike, and how AI is reshaping entry-level cyber roles, student loan debt and are trades the answer. They also share career tips, discuss threat reports, and sprinkle in lighthearted stories, career advice, and laughs—perfect for listeners wanting a blend of tech info and relatable conversation.
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Episode 195 Cloudflare’s Outage, DoorDash hacked, Nvidia $57B revenue, and Tech Career Crashouts
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In this episode, HD and CyberShortieee dive into everything from navigating IT career moves and salary negotiation, to analyzing the recent Cloudflare outage, security breaches at DoorDash, and major trends in AI, cybersecurity, and digital identity—all while mixing in pop culture discussions and real-world advice for leveling up your career and protecting yourself in the digital world.
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Ep. 194 AfroTech Recap, Amazon Layoffs, Business Casual
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In this episode of The TechTual Talk,  HD and Cybershortieee recap AfroTech and share insights on networking, business casual dress codes, and the challenges Gen Z faces in today’s tech industry. They discuss backup plans, remote job security, corporate layoffs, insider risks, and the evolving conflict between old-school and new-school tech mindsets. The episode ends with advice on kindness and resilience in turbulent times.
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Ep. 192 How we got into Cyber Security (tips for newbies)
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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...
