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Join Henri and @WithSandra in this episode of The TechTual Talk. From Software Engineer to Cyber Security Analyst as they dive into getting started in cybersecurity. Sandra shares insights from her cyber journey working in banking, remote work experiences, and content creation. We also discuss why GRC and the blue team is so pivotal in cyber security.
Sandra shares her journey from a software engineering background to mastering blue team SOC roles at Stack Overflow, offering valuable career advice on making swift transitions within the tech landscape. She also reveals her content creation strategies, discussing how she manages troll comments, YouTube's ever-changing algorithm, and the importance of video quality and thumbnails.
Henri introduces his upcoming Incident Response (IR) video series and highlights the benefits of using tools like SocialBee and platforms like Appsumo for efficient social media management. Together, they tackle the challenges and rewards of remote work, the role of automation and AI in cybersecurity, and the significance of coaching for technical upskilling.
Discover how Sandra leverages sponsorships, affiliates, Adsense, and digital products to sustain her YouTube career during her sabbatical. Gain insights into the competitive landscape of cybersecurity talent acquisition, the impact of networking at tech conferences, and the importance of diverse skill sets in cybersecurity—from threat intelligence to GRC roles.
Stay tuned till the end for Sandra's social media handles where she shares premium cybersecurity content, and Henri's plans to expand his platform with collaborations and identity protection content.
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Κεφάλαια

1. Intro (00:00:00)

2. You never know until you do it (00:08:00)

3. Bank of America Cyber Security Rotational program (00:17:36)

4. Working at Stack Overflow (00:26:26)

5. CyberSecurity breaches (00:33:00)

6. Sandra's Content Creation Journey (00:36:00)

7. Dealing with Youtube Comments (00:46:00)

8. Brand Sponsorships (00:52:00)

9. The State of the Job Market (00:56:00)