This is one of my “lost” unreleased episodes. I sat on this story for a while before deciding to finally release it.  When you listen to it, you’ll understand why.

0:00 What is information security?3:50 Was the January 6th attack on the capitol a secret CYBER ATTACK?8:53 What does an Information Security analyst do?20:57 Network monitoring in Information Security: An example for job seekers26:51 Collaborating for security: A real-life example of teamwork within an organization33:37 What certifications can help you land an information security analyst job and a specific example of good cybersecurity job opportunity with a company that believes in diversity.50:10 A tricky cybersecurity interview question (and how to answer it)In this video, John and Renita dive deep into the role of an Information Security Analyst. They'll provide insights into the responsibilities of the job, the core skills you need to succeed in the role, and the certifications that will help you stand out in the job market. They'll also discuss who's currently hiring for remote Information Security Analyst positions and what kind of pay you can expect in this exciting field. Whether you're a seasoned professional or just starting out, this discussion is sure to provide valuable information for anyone interested in pursuing a career in information security. Don't miss out on this informative and engaging conversation. Error Note at the 34:18 mark. Instead of “White House”, I meant the “capitol”. Background Info:Renita Rhodes is a Lead Audit Manager-Information and Cyber Security for a well-known worldwide bank, supporting the coverage of the bank’s core Cybersecurity controls. She supports coverage in areas such as - Cyber Threat Fusion Center, - Data Loss Protection,- Security Information and Event Management, - Cryptographic Services, and - Network Security Management.Renita also works as a Cybersecurity and Information Systems Adjunct Professor at Maryville University and Harris Stowe State University, teaching the; Cyber Law, Policy and Compliance, Security Information and Event Management, Introduction to Information Security, Applied Programming - Python and Systems Analysis and Design courses.If you got value out of this episode, subscribe to this channel and please share this conversation with someone who will benefit from it. 🔥🔥🔥You can find Renita Rhodes on; LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/renitarhodes/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@rhodesre?lang=en📸 and Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/renita_m_rhodes/🎤 Don’t forget you can listen to the podcast here: https://open.spotify.com/show/0NsCEqxfwDSWqdiI5jXHxe🎤 And here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/id1610377003?mt=2&ls=1📸 Follow TEK or DIE on Instagram: - https://www.instagram.com/tek_or_die/

Ebony Nyenya and I continue our conversation on AI. We discuss how to use tools like Chat GPT-3 to become more efficient at applying for jobs, writing better cover letters and resumes, and jumpstart your job search networking. We also talk about how AI is helping us to find the information we need and how people are using AI to create amazing art and make money.Finally, we discuss if it’s still good advice to tell your kids to learn how to code.If you got value out of this episode, subscribe to this channel and please share this conversation with someone who will benefit from it. 🎤 Don’t forget you can listen to the podcast here: https://open.spotify.com/show/0NsCEqxfwDSWqdiI5jXHxeAnd here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/id1610377003?mt=2&ls=1📸 Follow TEK or DIE on Instagram: - https://www.instagram.com/tekordie/🐦 Follow on TEK or DIE on Twitter: - https://twitter.com/tekordie

Renita Rhodes talks about how she was able to balance being a mom with a young child, while pursuing a successful career in cybersecurity. Despite facing several challenges such as not having an official mentor, she remained determined to succeed in a field dominated by men.As a result of her efforts, Renita found a way to balance motherhood and a successful career in tech. If you're in a similar situation as Renita was (trying to raise a family while pursuing a career in tech), then this episode is a must-listen for inspiration and motivation.Listen as she discusses her journey, her strategies for juggling family responsibilities, and her inspiring message and tips for women looking to break into tech. Background Info:Renita is a Lead Audit Manager-Information and Cyber Security for a well-known worldwide bank, supporting the coverage of the bank’s core Cybersecurity controls. She supports coverage in areas such as - Cyber Threat Fusion Center, - Data Loss Protection,- Security Information and Event Management, - Cryptographic Services, and - Network Security Management.Renita also works as a Cybersecurity and Information Systems Adjunct Professor at Maryville University and Harris Stowe State University, teaching the; Cyber Law, Policy and Compliance, Security Information and Event Management, Introduction to Information Security, Applied Programming - Python and Systems Analysis and Design courses.If you got value out of this episode, subscribe to this channel and please share this conversation with someone who will benefit from it. 🔥🔥🔥You can find Renita Rhodes on; LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/renitarho... and Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/renita_m_rh... 🎤 Don’t forget you can listen to the podcast here: https://open.spotify.com/show/0NsCEqxfwDSWqdiI5jXHxeAnd here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/id1610377003?mt=2&ls=1📸 Follow TEK or DIE on Instagram: - https://www.instagram.com/tekordie/🐦 Follow on TEK or DIE on Twitter: - https://twitter.com/tekordie

Renita Rhodes stops by to share her insights on how you can enter the Cybersecurity field without a lot of professional experience. Our conversation hovered on a topic that tends to generate a lot of debate: Are There Cybersecurity Jobs For People With No Experience?0:00 Renita’s says don’t do "this" when trying to transition into Cybersecurity.2:10 One less talked about way Renita recommends to get into Cybersecurity.6:22 A couple of non-technical Cybersecurity jobs to keep in mind.10:02 These dogs ain’t loyal! 😂Renita is a Lead Audit Manager-Information and Cyber Security for a well-known worldwide bank, supporting the coverage of the bank’s core Cybersecurity controls. She supports coverage in areas such as - Cyber Threat Fusion Center, - Data Loss Protection,- Security Information and Event Management, - Cryptographic Services, and - Network Security Management.Renita also works as a Cybersecurity and Information Systems Adjunct Professor at Maryville University and Harris Stowe State University, teaching the; Cyber Law, Policy and Compliance, Security Information and Event Management, Introduction to Information Security, Applied Programming - Python and Systems Analysis and Design courses.If you got value out of this episode, subscribe to this channel and please share this conversation with someone who will benefit from it. 🔥🔥🔥You can find Renita Rhodes on; LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/renitarhodes and Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/renita_m_rhodes/📸 Follow TEK or DIE on Instagram: - https://www.instagram.com/tekordie/🐦 Follow on TEK or DIE on Twitter: - https://twitter.com/tekordie

Ebony Nyenya stops by to share her thoughts and insights on how AI has and will continue to impact everyone. This is an important episode, because many of the jobs that are available today, will most likely disappear for all but a few. 00:00 So what were we talking about? 01:30 Where do high-skilled people go, when there's MASSIVE job disruption across multiple industries? 05:15 How can you, a knowledge based employee or freelancer, adapt to thrive in the age of AI? 08:07 When all the jobs go away, will Universal Basic Income save the day13:20 Should I still learn to code? 15:10 From HVAC to Astronauts? 18:20 Why is Chat.GPT free? 20:07 Is Chat.GPT better than Google? 22:00 Will everyone accept AI?  This episode is also available on YouTube. Checkout the video and channel here: If you got value out of this episode, subscribe to this channel and please share this conversation with someone who will benefit from it.

If you're feeling stuck at a toxic job and are considering making a career change to the tech industry, know that you're not alone. Many people find themselves in similar situations, and the good news is that making the switch is possible. Renita Rhodes stops by for a discussion about switching into the tech industry. Renita is a Lead Audit Manager-Information and Cyber Security for a well-known worldwide bank, supporting the coverage of the bank’s core Cybersecurity controls. She supports coverage in areas such as Cyber Threat Fusion Center,  Data Loss Protection, Security Information and Event Management, Cryptographic Services, and Network Security Management. Renita also works as a Cybersecurity and Information Systems Adjunct Professor at Maryville University and Harris Stowe State University, teaching the; Cyber Law, Policy and Compliance, Security Information and Event Management, Introduction to Information Security, Applied Programming - Python and Systems Analysis and Design courses. 0:00 Renita discusses her day as a bank security leader and adjunct professor 5:05 How to start figuring out where you want to be in tech 9:30 What about apprenticeships? Do they work? 10:25 Is the healthcare industry THAT toxic! 13:35 What’s Renita’s major concern? (She’s not the only one that feels this way) 🔥🔥🔥If you got value out of this episode, subscribe to this channel and please share this conversation with someone who will benefit from it. You can find Renita Rhodes on; LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/renitarho... and Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/renita_m_rh... 🎤 Don’t forget you can 📸 Follow on Instagram: - https://www.instagram.com/tekordie/

Is this the highest paying tech apprenticeship? It's the highest I've seen that's for sure! In this episode, I go over; How to flip a coding bootcamp experience that didn't deliver a tech job into a second shot for greatness. 🍾🍷 Show what to emphasize in the application for a better shot at getting into round 2 of the selection process. Also, by the end of this breakdown, I'll show you how to prepare for the hackathon. 😕 Yes there's a hackathon! 0:00 Intro 0:30 The apprenticeship details AND APPLICATION DEADLINE 1:52 Remote vs hybrid? 2:47 Show them that you’re a superstar 3:23 Address your professional narrative 4:24 Chat GPT for the win (plus application tips) 7:11 Values and questions (interview tips) 10:14 Final stage After you're done listening to this episode, if you got value out of this episode, subscribe to this channel and please share this episode with someone who will benefit from it. 🐦 Follow on Twitter: - https://twitter.com/tekordie📸 Follow on Instagram: - https://www.instagram.com/tekordie/

If you haven’t listened to this show before, well let me warn you. Things are a little bit different around here.  This free access to #chatgpt reminds me of how drug dealers with a new product love 2 give a little away for free. They leverage this simple principle to gain a marketplace advantage. The free samples they add to the initial sale of their regular products get you hooked to their new product. Once you’re hooked, of course, the dealer is in a position to raise the price when demand increases.As far as this episode goes, Is there a dark-side to the Chat.GPT/AI chatbot technology?While these tools have the potential to greatly increase productivity andefficiency, is it possible that some users have become so addicted to the idea of being so productive, they end up being counter-productive?If you got value out of this episode, subscribe to the podcast and please share this episode with someone who will benefit from it. Thanks!If you have any questions about getting into a new tech job, starting a tech-based business,  business opportunities with the podcast, or guest appearances on the podcast, then reach out via this contact form: https://www.tekordie.com/contact/

You may be feeling frustrated and stuck in your current situation, as you are not making the income you want. You may also be unsure about what steps to take to increase your earning potential, as there are many conflicting opinions and advice out there.You know you want  a high-paying career in tech, but it seems like so many doors have been closed in your face. You’ve been told that you don’t know enough, or you’re not connected to the right people. They never called you back for an interview. The anxiety can be crippling as you have bills to pay, goals to achieve, and dreams to fulfill. You may also be feeling overwhelmed and lost, as you may not know where to start or what to do next to improve your tech career and income.2023 is coming up. Make this the year you put an end to ALL OF THAT SHIT. Listen to all 13 minutes and 9 seconds of this episode as I go over the game plan that gives you the clarity, purpose, and consistency you need to finally stop letting people deny your time to shine. Reach out to me through the contact page on the TEK or DIE website if you need help with a customized version of the plan in this episode for your specific situation. If you find value in this episode, please share it with someone who may need to hear it. Don’t forget to subscribe for a new episode every week on how to get paid in tech.

This episode is sort of a follow-up on a couple of recent episodes. I have some recent episodes about tech sales and tech apprenticeships. So I figure I breakdown a paid tech sales apprenticeship that you can apply to so you can get paid while learning the ropes.By the end of the episode, you’ll know a little of the pros and cons for going the apprenticeship route vs trying to land a tech sales job on your own.Also I’ll add my thoughts on how you should approach either route. If you have any questions about anything from this episode or any other episode, message me at  https://www.tekordie.com/contact/.After you're done listening to this episode, if you got value out of this episode, subscribe to the podcast and please share this episode with someone who will benefit from it.

Since word has gotten out that companies are willing to pay people while they learn on the job, more people breaking into tech are ditching bootcamps for tech apprenticeships.Don’t forget, as of right now we’re going through a large number of tech layoffs. When people get laid off, they sometimes switch careers. Switching careers means going "back to school".  Since these tech apprenticeships are giving people a chance to earn while they learn, guest what type of "school" everyone will be trying to get accepted into? With more people competing for the limited spots available in these tech apprenticeships, how are you going to compete?In this episode, I’ll break down a 5 part gameplan designed to increase your odds of getting accepted into one of these high-paying apprenticeships. Also, by the end of this breakdown, you’ll know about a couple of high paying tech apprenticeships willing to pay at up-to $96,000  in salary while you learn on the job.  After you're done listening to this episode, if you got value out of this episode, subscribe to the podcast and please share this episode with someone who will benefit from it.

It's not easy to get a remote job due to high competition. Not only do you have to compete with everyone in your city, you also have to compete against job seekers from all across the country. Heading into 2023, the number of jobseekers for remote work is ridiculously high. How are you going to stand out when everyone is applying for the same jobs as you? Is it even worth the hassle? Or, maybe there's a couple of clever tips you can use to start racking up interviews for a new tech support role. 🤫In this episode, I’ll review; how to find who is hiring for remote tech support, what your resume should look like, how to apply to tech jobs with no prior PROFESSIONAL tech experience, how to approach common interview questions, andTHE MOST IMPORTANT THING you should be doing everyday to land a remote tech support job. Subscribe and listen.

Making the decision about which type of sales career to pursue can be tough. You want to make sure you pick the right path for you, but there are so many factors to consider!Not only do you need to think about your job security and earning potential, but you also need to be aware of how product knowledge and sales cycle length can affect your ability to perform well.Keep listening as I break down the 4 most important things you need to know before making your decision between a career in hardware vs software sales. I will include a review of the highest earning potential between the two and I'll show you a community of B2B sales professionals that you can join today to level up your skills while connecting with the best sales employers at the end of this episode.

You may have heard that the tech sales industry is growing rapidly. If you're interested in pursuing a career in this field, here are some reasons why you should consider a career in tech sales:The tech sales industry is still growing rapidly. There are plenty of opportunities for those who are interested in pursuing a career in this field.The benefits of a career in tech sales include job security, good pay, and the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies.A career in tech sales can lead to advancement opportunities and a higher salary potential.If you're interested in working with people and technology, then a career in tech sales may be right for you.Now some people pursue a career in tech sales, because they think it will be an easy way to make money. They don't realize how much work is involved in a career in tech sales. They think that all they have to do is sell products to people, but this is not the case. There's so much more that goes into making those sales a reality.  In this episode, I outline the strategies and ideas that you should always keep in mind while striving for success in your tech sales career.

There are many reasons why someone like you might want to get into tech sales. The pay can be very lucrative. You can work from anywhere in the world. And since this is a tech-related field, you will always have the opportunity to learn and grow in your career.However, there are some common challenges you have to overcome in order to switch into a career in tech sales. It will also take hard work, dedication, and the right gameplan for success.  So what’s the solution? In this episode, I will give you five crucial tips to keep in mind in order to transition to a new role as a technical sales representative.

Every day we get bombarded with the negativity of the world. On the news, on the street, and on our phones. It feels like the whole world is going crazy. Sometimes, we can barely convince ourselves to get out of bed. Once you add on all of the problems that life throws our way, it can be too much to bear. And that’s when it’s time to get away. Disappear from the world, and find your peace. I invite you to take a trip away from the insanity. Log-off from the matrix, grab your shades, and switch your mind to Incognito Mode.   By the way, did you figure out the code?

Support the show by Subscribing to Our Channel.Gas station credit card scams (also known as credit card skimming) can affect anyone who uses their credit or debit cards at ATMs, gas stations, restaurants or retail stores. A skimmer is a device installed on card readers that collects card numbers. Criminals will later recover and use this stolen info for fraudulent purchases. In this episode, we talk about how this scheme works, how thieves make money with the data, and what steps you can take to hopefully avoid getting your card information and money stolen.Show Notes0:00 Why this topic8:00 The Darkweb: Honor among thieves?9:30 Favorite Soprano TV show scene11:15 EMV chip use in America  26:36 What’s done with the stolen credit card info?30:30 Look how fast the fake credit card skimmer is installed!33:25 The Target hack34:15 Why you should cover the keypad when entering your PIN.35:40 What to do when spending money while on vacation. 40:30 Flipper Zero45:40 Cyber Security Resources For Women52:45 Major gas line problem causes 60 explosionsThank you to Ebony Nyenya from CSR4W.com for a great a conversation about this fascinating topic! ⭐ Also this is Cybersecurity Awareness Month! CSR4W.com has a very informative breakdown on the real reason Cybersecurity Awareness Month matters. Check it out by going here: https://cybersecurityresourcesforwomen.com/cybersecurity-awareness-month/

Taylor V. stops by as we recap DEF CON 30 out in Las Vegas. There was a lot of ground to cover, so check out the show notes for some of this episode’s main talking points including some of our favorite villages. Show Notes0:00 Intro1:30 Line Con2:20 Badge life4:20 Favorite Village 8:00 Conference networking12:00 Badge life of the party18:05 Merch Life23:21 OSINT Challenge27:25 Black Girls Hack28:25 Hotel Advice30:00 Girls Hack Village32:00 Conference Tips

Angelo Crawford, founder of IOCYBER, stops by to discuss his cybersecurity career, his current business venture IOCYBER, and how to stay on the path to success in tech, while dealing with personal and professional challenges.   Angelo “AG” Crawford is the founder and CEO of IOCYBER, a cyber security consulting firm that helps organizations reduce their security risk. IOCYBER’s expertise focuses on preventing the loss of value, trust, and confidence in their client’s brand. Angelo Crawford is a graduate of Morgan State University and Penn State University with over 27 years’ experience in evaluating offensive cyber capabilities, threat hunting, and performing cyber intelligence analysis in support of the Intelligence Community, Department of Defense, and the Commercial sector.IOCYBER'S WebsiteIOCYBER's TwitterFeedback, questions, or requests? You can reach out here: https://www.tekordie.com/contact/Don't forget, TEK or DIE is onApple Podcasts,Spotify,Google Podcasts, and most podcast directories. Subscribe so you can get the show sent to you automatically.