How To Become a Cybersecurity Engineer in 2025

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Discover the ultimate roadmap to becoming a cybersecurity engineer with actionable steps for mastering key skills, earning top certifications like CCNA and CySA+, and leveraging platforms like TryHackMe and Hack The Box. This video provides a practical guide to breaking into this high-paying, competitive field. Learn how to commit to the journey, build a standout LinkedIn profile, gain hands-on IT experience, and develop critical skills like Linux, Python, and cloud security. Whether you're starting from scratch or refining your career path, this guide will equip you with the tools and strategies to succeed in cybersecurity. Don't miss tips on networking, job applications, and standing out in a crowded field!

As a cybersecurity professional with over six years of experience, I focus on strengthening digital assets against ever-changing cyber threats. I specialize in penetration testing, ethical hacking, red teaming, and offensive security. I excel at uncovering and addressing vulnerabilities in networks and web applications.

My mission is to make cyberspace better & safer for everyone by committing to lifelong learning, sharing knowledge with the community, and inspiring others to do the same.

Credentials:

• BS in Cybersecurity Management and Policy from UMGC.

• 16 certifications including OSCP, OSWA, CISSP, PWPA, eJPT, OSWP, CASP+, PenTest+, CEH, CySA+, CCNA, Cyber Ops-A, Cloud+, Linux+, Security+, and Network+.

• Pwned 109 HTB machines and mastered 218 THM rooms, securing top leaderboard rankings on both platforms.

• Pursuing MS in Cybersecurity Management and Policy at UMGC & Other Certifications

• United States Air Force Veteran

Time Stamps
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0:00 - Introduction
2:17 - Step 1
3:23 - Step 2
5:37 - Step 3
11:38 - Step 4
15:44 - Step 5
16:38 - Step 6
16:55- Step 7
17:46 - Step 8
18:36 - Step 9
20:01 - Step 10
22:05 - Summary


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All music featured in this video is by Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio.

Disclaimer
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Attention viewers: This video is strictly for educational purposes, emphasizing ETHICAL and LEGAL hacking only. I do not, and will NEVER, condone the act of illegally hacking into computer systems and networks for any reason. My goal is to foster cybersecurity awareness and responsible digital behavior. Please behave responsibly and adhere to legal and ethical standards in your use of this information.

The postings on this site are my own and may not represent the positions of my employer.