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Welcome to episode 171 of The TechTual Talk! In this electrifying crossover, hosts HD and Cybershortieee link up with Daniel and Victoria from HackerProofHQ Podcast for an episode packed with deep insights and lively banter about breaking into and thriving in cybersecurity.
Daniel brings a decade of expertise in cloud security, while Victoria demystifies GRC from her insider’s perspective as a seasoned analyst in SaaS. Together, they tackle what it really takes to succeed in tech, busting myths about GRC and cloud roles, and sharing hard-earned advice on upskilling, networking, and leveraging mentorship.
You’ll hear fresh takes on:
• The importance of technical chops in GRC
• Debunking common cloud and cybersecurity misconceptions
• The realities (and risks) of AI tools in job hunting
• Tips for navigating remote work and advancing your career
• How to avoid flex culture and bootcamp pitfalls
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0:00 Intro
10:10 Tech Mixers
13:25 Panel introduces themselves
19:00 Should you get a Masters in Cybersecurity?
26:48 Getting into Cybersecurity
32:39 $80k used to be the Goal Salary
37:15 What is shadow AI?
44:11 The Problem with AI resumes
50:58 IS GRC Technical?
59:42 Myths in Cloud Security
01:02:57 Getting Fired in 15 days
01:10:43 Cybersecurity Bootcamp Structure
01:21:15 IT Professional career Coaching
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