Why Failing a Certification Doesn’t Mean You’re a Failure

Failing a cybersecurity certification exam can feel crushing, but it doesn’t mean you’re not cut out for this field. In this video, I break down why failure is a normal part of your cybersecurity career journey and how to use it as fuel to grow stronger. Whether you’re struggling with the OSCP, OSWA, PNPT, or any other cert, you’ll learn why setbacks don’t define you and how to keep moving forward with the right mindset. If you’ve ever felt like a fraud after failing, this is the perspective shift you need to stay motivated and eventually pass.

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As a cybersecurity professional with over seven 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:

• 7+ Years Cybersecurity Experience

• BS & MS in Cybersecurity Management and Policy from UMGC.

• 17 certifications including OSCP, OSWA, CISSP, PWPA, eJPT, OSWP, SAL1, SecurityX, PenTest+, CEH, CySA+, CCNA, Cyber Ops-A, Cloud+, Linux+, Security+, and Network+.

• Pwned 100+ HTB machines and mastered 200+ THM rooms, securing top leaderboard rankings on both platforms.

• United States Air Force Veteran

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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.