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Why I Left the IT Helpdesk and Why I left Shreveport, LA
51
Aug. 17, 2022

Why I Left the IT Helpdesk and Why I left Shreveport, LA

What's up everyone, this is episode 51 of The TechTual Talk Podcast. I felt like i needed to give you all some more solo content, so you can really understand who I am to build that deeper connection with all of you. In this episode I tell you all what lead to me leaving the helpdesk, why I wanted to move to Dallas, and what the NOC was like for me. Join the patreon: https://patreon.com/techtualchatter Check out the youtube channel: https://youtube.com/techtualchatter Grab my ebook: https://tec...
Run the wrong Nmap Scan and You going to Jail
50
Aug. 11, 2022

Run the wrong Nmap Scan and You going to Jail

This is episode 50 of The TechTual Talk podcast. Joining us today is Miss Ciera aka the Pentest Princesss. We talk about her initially wanting to be a nurse during the pandemic, her pivoting in cybersecurity, her helpdesk experience, and her current SOC experience. 0:00 Intro 10:21 Doing IT Helpdesk during the Pandemic 19:42 Ciera Had a strategy to get into cybersecurity 32:42 Working for a MSP 39:59 How is it being a Black women in tech 48:35 Run the wrong nmap scan and you going to jail Join t...
Why Mentorship can help you get into Cybersecurity
49
Aug. 3, 2022

Why Mentorship can help you get into Cybersecurity

In this episode of The TechTual Talk, Mckenna stops by the show to rock out with us! We discuss alot of things like playing Xbox, her being sys admin, building up a SOC, mentorship, and much moreeeee. Mckenna is a Corporate Security Engineer specializing in Endpoint Security in the fintech industry. Outside of her day job, she is a leadership volunteer with WSC where she helps build the Dallas chapter and now leads the Webinars team. We focus on creating engaging webinars that focus on career c...
I was on Myspace in 6th Grade
48
July 20, 2022

I was on Myspace in 6th Grade

In this episode of The Techtual Talk We are joined by Rose and The Soc Coach This conversation hits on some important topics and also some funny ones as well. Tune in if you want to hear from 3 cybersecurity professionals Join the patreon: https://patreon.com/techtualchatter Check out the youtube channel: https://youtube.com/techtualchatter Grab my ebook: https://techtualconsulting.com/digitalproducts Check out my resume services: https://techualconsulting.com/offerings Follow me on the rest of...
You need Empathy to thrive in IT Helpdesk w/ KevTech IT Support
47
July 13, 2022

You need Empathy to thrive in IT Helpdesk w/ KevTech IT Support

In this episode of The TechTual Talk, we are joined by the one and only KevTech Do you know some of the most technical people you know got their tech career start in helpdesk Many people knock on helpdesk because they believe its "entry-level" or "beneath" them but I'm here to tell you that its a vital part of every company's infrastructure whether they have an internal helpdesk or they outsource it. In this episode of The TechTual Talk, we are joined by the one and only KevTech he is a highly s...
The Helpdesk helped me out
July 4, 2022

The Helpdesk helped me out

Here is a solo surprise episode of The Techtual Talk featuring only myself. In this episode I talk about the beginning of my IT journey and how what you see now is not how I began Join the patreon: https://patreon.com/techtualchatter Check out the youtube channel: https://youtube.com/techtualchatter Grab my ebook: https://techtualconsulting.com/digitalproducts Check out my resume services: https://techualconsulting.com/offerings Follow me on the rest of my socials: https://techtualconsulting.st...
They said hiring me at $300 per hour was a steal!
46
June 29, 2022

They said hiring me at $300 per hour was a steal!

Check out episode 46 of The TechTual Talk with Tameika Reed of Women in Linux, she's been in tech for 22 years and has a lot of knowledge on many things. We talk about Linux, her background, money, and here wanting to buy a data center! https://www.womeninlinux.org/ Join the patreon: https://patreon.com/techtualchatter Check out the youtube channel: https://youtube.com/techtualchatter Grab my ebook: https://techtualconsulting.com/digitalproducts Check out my resume services: https://techualconsu...
Hacking a MacBook Pro at the Hackathon w/ Xavier Johnson
45
June 22, 2022

Hacking a MacBook Pro at the Hackathon w/ Xavier Johnson

Welcome Back ! TechTual Crew In this episode of The TechTual Talk, we have a treat for you all! None other than Mr Xavier Johnson joins us, he talks about hacking a MacBook pro, top 5 Detroit rappers, his software company,his current company "We Help You Secure", and More. If you enjoyed this episode please leave us a review and share this out to your friends & family. About Xavier Johnson: Lifelong technology geek, 30-year-old black man from Detroit, MI. Started a software company in 2010 and s...
How to be a successful Cyber Threat Intelligence Analyst
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June 15, 2022

How to be a successful Cyber Threat Intelligence Analyst

What's going on everyone!! In this episode of The Techtual Talk, Shamika aka the bougieblerd joins the show to talk about the NBA finals, her tech background, finances, and what it's like doing cyber threat intelligence. Shamika was born & raised in Oakland, CA. Shamika has worked in tech/finance for almost 10 years but about 4 years in cybersecurity. She took a pretty non traditional path into tech. She doesn't have a college degree, and she doesn't code. Shamika is currently a cyber threat int...
What is Ux/UI Design?
1
June 14, 2022

What is Ux/UI Design?

Join me and lovely Justice Devon Tech for the first episode of The TechTual Talk. We discuss what does an UI/UX Designer do, Tech World, Life, Being black in tech, and much more! you can check out all of Justice Devon's Media right here ⬇⬇⬇: https://linktr.ee/justicedevon Join the patreon: https://patreon.com/techtualchatter Check out the youtube channel: https://youtube.com/techtualchatter Grab my ebook: https://techtualconsulting.com/digitalproducts Check out my resume services: https://techua...
Getting into Cybersecurity with Day CyberWox
2
June 14, 2022

Getting into Cybersecurity with Day CyberWox

In this live episode of The TechTual Talk Henri talks to guest co-host Dayspring ( https://msha.ke/daycyberwox/ ) about getting his start in CyberSecurity. getting CyberSecurity Certifications, starting his YouTube channel, and much more!
What is a Data Protection Strategist?
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June 14, 2022

What is a Data Protection Strategist?

In, this episode of The TechTual Talk our special guest is Shari Mitchell. Shari is a data protection strategist at a Fortune 500 company and by night, she's a dynamic entrepreneur & yogi! Shari was born and raised as an only child in PG County, Maryland with a strong interest for technology and engineering.
From Geek Squad to Network Engineer
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June 14, 2022

From Geek Squad to Network Engineer

In this episode of the TechTual Talk we are joined by Jerry Davis, he discusses how he transitioned from working for Best Buy's Geek Squad to Network Engineer. Join the patreon: https://patreon.com/techtualchatter Check out the youtube channel: https://youtube.com/techtualchatter Grab my ebook: https://techtualconsulting.com/digitalproducts Check out my resume services: https://techualconsulting.com/offerings Follow me on the rest of my socials: https://techtualconsulting.start.page/ Use Riversi...
Certified Sales Agent to Security Analyst
5
June 14, 2022

Certified Sales Agent to Security Analyst

Welcome to the 5th episode of The TechTual Talk In this episode your host HD talks to the guest of the show Antoine Matthews about his path to become a cybersecurity professional from his sales background. Join the patreon: https://patreon.com/techtualchatter Check out the youtube channel: https://youtube.com/techtualchatter Grab my ebook: https://techtualconsulting.com/digitalproducts Check out my resume services: https://techualconsulting.com/offerings Follow me on the rest of my socials: http...
What is Risk Management?
6
June 14, 2022

What is Risk Management?

In this episode of The TechTual Talk Jeree Spicer aka ReeTheeCyberboss and I discussed her career in Risk Management, how she got into Tech, and much much more!. I hope you like this one Jeree IG: https://www.instagram.com/putspiceonit/ Join the patreon: https://patreon.com/techtualchatter Check out the youtube channel: https://youtube.com/techtualchatter Grab my ebook: https://techtualconsulting.com/digitalproducts Check out my resume services: https://techualconsulting.com/offerings Follow me...
What is Identity and Access Management
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June 14, 2022

What is Identity and Access Management

In this episode of The TechTual Talk I'm joined by my good friend Vernon Francis. We discuss our college experience at Louisiana Tech, along with our professional experiences. Vernon has been working for StateFarm in Identity and Access Management for 5+ years and he shares his experience working for the company. Vernon's Instagram information: https://www.instagram.com/getyouinahouse101/ Join the patreon: https://patreon.com/techtualchatter Check out the youtube channel: https://youtube.com/t...
What is an Information System Security Officer?
8
June 14, 2022

What is an Information System Security Officer?

In this episode I talk with Miranda from mbstech.io about her CyberSecurity career, her business, college, and much more. If you like the video, hit the like button and share the video! MBS Tech Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mbs.tech/ Join the patreon: https://patreon.com/techtualchatter Check out the youtube channel: https://youtube.com/techtualchatter Grab my ebook: https://techtualconsulting.com/digitalproducts Check out my resume services: https://techualconsulting.com/offerings Follo...
Cyber Breach Please!
9
June 14, 2022

Cyber Breach Please!

In this episode Rachael Marks, CEO of CYCO joins us and we discuss her career journey, path to tech, being a ceo, etc. If you enjoyed this talk make sure you hit that like button and share this out to the world. You can follow Rachael on Instagram here: ⬇️ Rachealmarksthespot Join the patreon: https://patreon.com/techtualchatter Check out the youtube channel: https://youtube.com/techtualchatter Grab my ebook: https://techtualconsulting.com/digitalproducts Check out my resume services: https://te...
You charge too much!
10
June 13, 2022

You charge too much!

In this episode our special guest Deirra Footman joins us of Let’s Talk Tech: Deirra discovered her passion for Science and Technology at a young age growing up in Baltimore, Maryland. As a child, she spent her downtime researching how various technologies worked. She always enjoyed taking things apart to figure out how they worked. That curiosity allowed her to build her analytical and problem-solving skills. Deirra’s love for computer technology and thirst for knowledge led her to enroll in t...
Transitioning from Military to Cybersecurity Engineer
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June 13, 2022

Transitioning from Military to Cybersecurity Engineer

In this episode we have Jennifer Jordan who previously spent 20 years in the military and now she is Transitioning into a new phase of her life as a Security Engineer for Liberty Mutual. She discusses how she got into tech, her transferable skills from her military skills, her internship experience and much much more You can follow her right here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/codecodeworld_/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/codecodeworld?s=21 Join the patreon: https://patreon.com/techtualcha...
Was my College Degree useful in finding me a JOB ?!
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June 13, 2022

Was my College Degree useful in finding me a JOB ?!

In my first solo episode i discuss, was my college degree useful in finding me a job after college and then i do a deep dive on my first IT Helpdesk Position. I apologize for the low audio in advance Join the patreon: https://patreon.com/techtualchatter Check out the youtube channel: https://youtube.com/techtualchatter Grab my ebook: https://techtualconsulting.com/digitalproducts Check out my resume services: https://techualconsulting.com/offerings Follow me on the rest of my socials: https://te...
What is the NIST Framework?
13
June 13, 2022

What is the NIST Framework?

Welcome to The TechTual Talk in this episode we are joined by our lovely guest Tashya Denose and she discussed what is the nist framework, along with many interesting things about her career thus far. Tashya Denose is a senior level cybersecurity professional with over 12 years of experience. She spent most her career at the Pentagon and Intel community and she has expanded her interest in the private sector. Her experience is based on the Risk Lifecycle Management with frameworks from NIST CSF...
IT is an Umbrella Term
14
June 12, 2022

IT is an Umbrella Term

In this episode Josh from keepittechie on YouTube joins us to talk about his IT Career, his Linux experience, YouTube channel and much more!! Join the patreon: https://patreon.com/techtualchatter Check out the youtube channel: https://youtube.com/techtualchatter Grab my ebook: https://techtualconsulting.com/digitalproducts Check out my resume services: https://techualconsulting.com/offerings Follow me on the rest of my socials: https://techtualconsulting.start.page/ Use Riverside FM to record yo...
You cant scam your way into CyberSecurity
June 12, 2022

You cant scam your way into CyberSecurity

In this episode I talk about how you cant scam your way into cybersecurity and how to level-up at your current job situation Join the patreon: https://patreon.com/techtualchatter Check out the youtube channel: https://youtube.com/techtualchatter Grab my ebook: https://techtualconsulting.com/digitalproducts Check out my resume services: https://techualconsulting.com/offerings Follow me on the rest of my socials: https://techtualconsulting.start.page/ Use Riverside FM to record your video podcast:...