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Cyber Security and IT career tips, success stories, and insights from YouTuber Josh Madakor.

Living in Thailand on $50K a Year: Your Ultimate Guide!

Has the idea of moving to Thailand ever crossed your mind? Well, if you’re earning $50K a year remotely, packing your bags might just be one of the best decisions you’ll ever make! Let me share why Thailand is an amazing choice and some useful tips to make your transition smooth. Why Thailand Is An Awesome Choice Living in Thailand with a $50K yearly income can give you a lifestyle upgrade you might not have imagined. Below are reasons and tips based on my experiences: Before You Move: Preparation Tips Excited yet? Before you book that flight, here are

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🎓Explore WGU’s Revamped MSCSIA Program – A Master’s in Cybersecurity Worth Your Time!

If you’re interested in cybersecurity, you’re going to love this detailed look at a fantastic online program that can get you amazing qualifications. The Cybersecurity Masters program from WGU has recently been improved and comes with a raft of great reasons to consider signing up. The Masters Program Overview For those unfamiliar with WGU, it’s a self-paced, accredited online university. What sets WGU apart is its unique term-based system. Each term lasts for six months, and students can complete as many classes as they are able to in that time. This flexibility could potentially allow you to complete the

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Kickstart Your Security+ Journey with Free Practice Questions!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fCH729_k5EM Are you ready to obtain your CompTIA Security Plus certificate with ease? Great! Today, we’re going to show you how to prepare for the Security Plus exam, discuss a three-phase approach to pass the exam, and even share a secret on how you might save $70 on your certification. Stay tuned till the end, as we’ll also discuss how to transition into a cyber security job position!   Free Practice Questions   CompTIA updated its exam objectives last November, but don’t worry, we have prepared over 1500 practice questions that follow the new objectives. The best part? These

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BEST Possible Degrees for CyberSecurity Red Team

Have you ever wondered which degree would best help you join a red team? If yes, you’re not alone. I have analyzed this question thoroughly and am eager to share my findings. If you are not aware, a red team is a group that attempts unauthorized intrusions against computer systems, humans (socially or psychologically), or physical environments, like buildings, purely for testing purposes. Understanding the Role of Red Teamers Professional red teamers aim to perform intrusions against an organization to identify vulnerabilities and report back, thereby helping the organization increase their security posture. Red teaming can involve various disciplines,

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Future of Cyber Security Jobs: Learning from Artificial Intelligence

Hello guys! Today, we’re going to talk about something really cool and futuristic. We’re going to see how we can use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to better understand what you might need to learn for a cyber security job in 2024! How did we do it? I started by looking through 100 different jobs on a website called Indeed. These jobs were all about cyber security and could be done from home (also known as ‘remote work’). After gathering all the job descriptions, I fed them into an AI program called Chat GPT. I asked Chat GPT to give me

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Breaking Into the Job Market: A Framework For Success

Have you ever wondered what it takes to be highly employable? Perhaps you’ve just recently jumped into the adult world of job hunting and you’re feeling a little lost in the process. I know the feeling; my first job hunt seemed to stretch on forever.It felt quite challenging and sometimes even seemed like dumb luck when I finally landed a job. The fear of losing that job and finding myself jobless again was pretty overwhelming. It made me think a lot about how I could improve my skills and make myself more employable in the long run. This led

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How I Overcame the “-isms” of Job Hunting

Getting an interview for a job you applied for online can be quite challenging. Not only are there many applicants competing for the same job, but there can also be hindrances like prejudices and inefficiencies in the recruitment process. But remember, certain things are within your control, and focusing on these can drastically improve your chances of landing a job. Understanding the Realities of Job Hunting Job hunting is a combination of factors, namely fate, effort, and negligence. Here’s what they mean: Statistically, for any random job you apply for online, you have a 2% chance of getting an

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How to Launch a Cybersecurity Career with NSA Programs

Picture this, building a career in cyber security and earning relevant industry-recognized certifications, all at an affordable rate. Sounds too good to be true? Well, not anymore! Read on to discover a fantastic cybersecurity program backed by the National Security Agency (NSA). Program Overview The NSA, along with several other Federal Partners, run a special program known as the National Centers of Academic Excellence in Cyber Security (CAE). The goal? To set standards for cyber security curriculum in colleges across the nation, making sure students are learning up-to-date, relevant information. If colleges meet these standards, they can apply to

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