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This episode of The TechTual Talk features Lee Clayton sharing his career journey from helpdesk to pentester. HD and Lee Clayton discuss skill-building, career moves, industry hot takes, the importance of continuous learning, and challenges in tech hiring. Lee covers his experience in security engineering, Linux automation, and breaking into red teaming, stressing that real tech progress demands perseverance and self-motivation.
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00:00 Introduction
07:45 Startup Experience and Lessons Learned
15:59 Navigating Career Growth and Opportunities
36:17 Mock Interviews and Preparation
41:30 Transition to Security Engineering
49:42 Moving to Colorado and New Job
51:39 Hardware Pen Testing and AI Solutions
58:30 Daily Life as a Red Team Member
01:06:40 AI in Pen Testing and Vulnerability Scanning
01:09:10 Networking and Job Search Challenges
01:10:34 The Reality of Job Market Competition
01:11:09 The Misconception of Security Clearances
01:12:38 Networking and Job Search Strategies
01:16:56 Understanding Pen Testing and Red Teaming
01:20:14 The AI Obsession in Tech Conferences
01:24:07 Challenges in Hiring Practices
01:31:48 Critical Infrastructure Vulnerabilities
01:35:15 The Role of an Instructor in Cybersecurity

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In this episode of The TechTual Talk HD and CyberShortieee dive deep into money, tech, and career growth. They cover negotiation tips, bonus management, salary debates, major data breaches, AI use in business, and workplace culture. The conversation weaves personal finance lessons with cybersecurity updates and industry news, all with engaging stories and practical advice for listeners in tech and beyond.
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0:00:00 50k Salary Increase
14:53 Welcome Back
19:11 Disney's $1 Billion Dollar OpenAI investment
39:41 Pierce County Library Data Breach
42:58 Consent Fix Azure CLI Attack
49:03 Petco was breach
59:03 LastPass Data Breach Sparks Security Concerns
01:04:42 "$120k remote vs $240k in office
01:21:40 "Lapsus$ target Zendesk
01:33:08 Coupang Suffers Massive Data Breach
01:37:14 "Restoring NICU Parent-Child Connection"
01:49:13 SHRM Lawsuit Explained
01:52:52 "Time Value of Money Explained"
02:01:01 "70k certs"
02:09:14 "Predicting Beats and Patterns"

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In this episode of The TechTual Talk, hosts HD and guest Kwentin discuss neurodivergence in cybersecurity. Kwentin shares his experiences as an autistic professional in tech, covering his academic journey, career in IT and cybersecurity, interview and workplace challenges, and advice for others on the spectrum. The conversation blends career insights, personal stories, and tips for breaking into tech while neurodivergent.
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00:00 Introduction to Kwentin Shelton
08:17 Navigating School with Autism
25:31 Social Experiences and Coping Mechanisms
30:48 Passion for Computers and Programming
37:09 PC Refresh Project Details
40:21 Transitioning to Cybersecurity
45:55 Interviewing Tips and Techniques
47:13 Navigating the Workplace with Disabilities
50:48 Daily Life as a Cybersecurity Analyst
01:01:30 Advice for Aspiring Cybersecurity Professionals

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