#85 Q&A: I Chose Higher Pay Over Stability... Here’s What It Cost Me
Summary
Host Kaiser Clark answers listener questions about cybersecurity career strategies, focusing on the value of cloud certifications for mid-career professionals and the practicality of adjusting job titles on LinkedIn to match target roles. He compares the stability and purpose of public sector jobs against the higher pay of the private sector, reflecting on his own transition from the military. Finally, he outlines a roadmap for aspiring penetration testers, recommending specific TryHackMe paths and TCM Security certifications over expiring alternatives to build a strong foundation in both n…
Topics discussed
Introduction and Q&A format explanation
Strategy for cloud certifications in mid-career
Focus on Microsoft, Azure, and CCSP certifications
Changing job titles on resume and LinkedIn
Public vs private sector job satisfaction and stability
Beginner penetration tester roadmap and TryHackMe
Comparing eJPT, PT1, and TCM Security certifications
Choosing between web app and network pen testing
Long-term career path and skill specialization
Closing remarks and call to action
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