"You cant secure what you dont understand" When I tell people that they call me a gatekeeper.

I totally agree. Once, I made a comment on another KZread cyber content creator's video where I mentioned that starting with the CompTIA trifecta (A+, Network+, and Security+) is a good idea rather than jumping straight to the Security+ exam. This way, people build a strong foundation, even if they are just learning the material. Needless to say, that idea was not well-received. In their view, A+ and Network+ content was a waste of time. The point is, if you lack the fundamentals, it's unlikely that you will be able to actually secure anything.

@Vee_Vaa

Күн бұрын

I have a question. I have completed a Google Cybersecurity certification and now I am planning to take Comptia Network+ and then take Security plus. So is it a good Idea to skip the A+?

@JustinJ.

17 сағат бұрын

​@@Vee_Vaa get the A+, it is the perfect foundation and plays a big role in CyberSec, it will help you better understand what you are working with and how all the nuts and bolts fit together, the A+ is played down quite a bit on the internet by "influencers" but they also take for granted how much a person actually knows. I did my A+ back in the day when the MCSE was the golden ticket, suffice to say, the A+ of today is WAY different to what it was in 2005. I've been in CyberSec for close to 15 years now and have been on the hiring end of the table interviewing candidates and the amount of people i've interviewed over the years that lack basic knowledge but have all the "fancy" certs that they obtained in a 12 month period, will astound you. Everyone entering this career needs to get it out of their heads that there is no fast track to the top, you are working with people who have been doing this far longer than you have and you need to earn your stripes to get ahead.

@SilasTheSilent

15 сағат бұрын

​@Vee_Vaa I'd get it to fill out the basics.

great insight i been in this 8 yrs & still learning - no way u can learn it all in 6 wks or even 6 months - start at A+ & work up thru certs & training - these bootcamps are all marketing & money grabs

@laserhobbyist9751

2 күн бұрын

There are some individuals offering cheats to get a CCNA etc. by standing in for you and I know people have done that, but it won't help you be able to do a job and a lot of those folks offering that might just take the money and run, a scam. Off topic, but I thought I'd mention it.

This man is absolutely right. Ive been in the field for almost 14 years, Masters, CISM, CISSP, CEH....Getting 1 cert just to get an instant $120K job does not happen 90% of the time. Trainers are making a living, remember that. If you pass or fail, they got paid. I'm a huge believer in self-study.

I've honestly learned more by first passing the A+ and now studying for the Network+, than I did in a year of vocabulary uni (studying IT-security). I wish I had seen this video 1 year ago haha... But at least I've a viable plan now.

Truth!! Thanks for posting and fixing the video AR! I took a 6 month CS Bootcamp and am going to take your advice and get my A+ first!!

@TechnicalInstituteofAmerica

2 күн бұрын

Good move. Learn from the bottom up.

@joeloconnell2965

2 күн бұрын

@@TechnicalInstituteofAmerica thanks. I've been in IT for many years but never got certified. I'm taking practice tests and doing well. Taking my ITF+ on 7/4 and will schedule my A+ soon afterwards. After that I'll study for my Net+ and once I pass that, then do my Sec+ - appreciate your videos on YT - considering purchasing your classes on Udemy! Can I get some 1 on 1 training as well? :)

@hollyjackson6024

Күн бұрын

​@joeloconnell2965 if you have already worked in IT that many years shouldn't you go straight to A+?

@joeloconnell2965

Күн бұрын

@@hollyjackson6024 Probably. I should have skipped ITF+, but I already purchased it. My plan within the next couple of months is to be certified in ITF+, A+, Net+ and Sec+ - then I should be able to get a decent J.O.B. :)

99% agree with you. I just finished my cybersecurity degree and it didn't come easy. There was a lot of work and certificates I had to get. I had to work for: - A+ - Network+ - Security+ - CySa+ - Pentest+ - ISC SSCP - ISC CCSP - Python learning - SQL learning - Probably like 100 different tools Even then I still feel like I have a lot to learn. It's never enough in this field, constantly changing and you need to be updated and upgraded. For the 1% that I don't agree with is because I did all this in 6 months, 10 hours a day for 7 days a week. So if anyone is doing it quicker is full of bulls***. Got my comptia A, net, and security using your courses, the most amazing instructor every, much appreciated sir.

@TechnicalInstituteofAmerica

2 күн бұрын

Great job getting all those certs. We never stop learning in IT.

@khalivalabi2089

Күн бұрын

@@TechnicalInstituteofAmericai wish you have cysa+ training

Straying off topic a bit, but I can't say enough about how amazing of a teacher Andrew is. Like many people in I.T. are told, I have relied on various resources(books, content creators, teachers, etc.) in my studies over the years, when it comes to presenting detailed information in an encouraging way, Andrew is top notch! *Context* I've purchased and gone through most of his courses on Udemy.

@hollyjackson6024

Күн бұрын

I agree wholeheartedly I recommend Andrew to others all the time

I've learned more by failing OSCP than any of the certs I've passed....and after about 8 years of infosec following over 20 years of IT, there's still so much more to learn.

Agree 100%, need to understand hardware topology.

True! And the Bootcamp say no experience required !

@Kene_lee

17 сағат бұрын

until you encounter subnetting

Completely right, I have my ATA in network, and have multiple certifications (A+, Net+, Linux+) and been IT for a couple decades. I have worked in data center, small businesses and all sizes of networks. Only now am I considering Sec+

Rubbish. I had 6 months of training in cybersecurity by a training institute that specializes in it, got my dream job within 4 months of graduation. Was called to interview with many top companies such as Cloudflare, Splunk, etc. I was switching careers and this was just after I had left my job in retail.

Finally, someone has spoken up!

You’re the man Andrew. You have a good heart.

Currently taking your course on Udemy! You're a great teacher.

This is exactly what I say for sure! You need to know networking basics not jump right into “cyber”

Pay attention. I've been in the business for over 20 years. This man is speaking the truth.

That’s a fact, I work in the field and working in the field I see a ton of mediocre professionals with poor practices all the time because they didn’t take the time to develop their skills and just went straight to the bucket of information.

Was just going to give Security+ on Saturday. 😪

@Azuosph

Күн бұрын

its still a good cert to have and get into that world. take heart man, its going to be great for you

insighful content as always,i couldnt stop laughing throughout this one,was funny but truthfull...can you please make a video for us detailing a roadmap to becoming a pentester,ive alraedy started my journey just wanna hear what you would recommend for absolute begginers.thank you

Glad I found your channel, I've been studying on my own for the last two years, doing udemy courses and getting certifications and I still feel like I wouldn't hire myself lol

💯% correct 👌 understanding the bases is 🔐🗝️

❤❤❤❤ 🎉🎉🎉🎉 Certificate makes me nothing for ability 😅. I agree with you Sir

been in this for 10 years and still learning everyday like my dad always said you cant build a mansion with out foundation

It's possible to earn six figures as a contractor supporting the military in just about any job over seas but they normally want years of experience, strait out of a course just a few weeks or even months, nope.... not going to earn that much. Won't even get hired.

I'm doing the A + right now,giving myself a good while before I take core 1,then im September I'm off to start a degree in CS and digital forensics.i want to be able to say I have my A+ plus before i start collage

Absolutely right. There are no shortcuts. It takes years to build the foundation for a career in any IT field. This is ESPESIALLY TRUE for cybersecurity. KZread influencers that tell you to skip the basics and jump to some advanced-level cert are full of Sh$t. Sad but true.

Best ÿoutuber of the year

@dhanex

Күн бұрын

Am currently pursuing associates degree in cybersecurity

100%!!! I don't take any resume or interview serious if they don't have A+, Network+ and Security+ or...equivalent. LOL - Director of Security, IT and Facilities

I respect this 100%

A+, i dont know about spending money on that. There are free courses that teach A+. Take the Network+ and practice and play around. Next Cysa or/and Casp+ if yiur thinking about 6 figure jobs. Practice and read.

6:58 "Pass your Security+ in 30 days or less...", you are doing the same thing as the people you are complaining about? Just offering it in 4 weeks instead of 6. I agreed with everything you had been saying up until 6:57

I know that Nigerian guy you are referring to, not calling his name..He is always spamming my timeline with 6 weeks to earn 6 figures ad. He said he used to be an Uber driver before that. Scam! 😂

PREACH!!!🙌🙌🙌

agreed

The sad part is this has 2000 views but the 100k in 100 days videos have 2 million views

you can't secure what you don't understand!!! FACTS!! aka no 5 or more years paying your IT dues equal NO JOB!!

GET A+ CERTIFIED FIRST - NO IFS OR BUTS!!

Agreed 💯

True

why would you pay 15k+ to not learn shit also

I just got an IT degree, lol.

let me tell you this, if you live in Bengaluru India. Jain University's BCA (Cybersecurity) course is a scam.

Anyway you are Malayali? 😅

It makes it sounds like we should just let AI do Cyber sec