FASTEST way to become an Ethical Hacker and ACTUALLY get a job – UPDATED (2024)

Here are the links that you need:

- Google cyber security certificate:

- HackTheBox, you can get the annual subscription and access all courses:

- HackTheBox, Introduction to Networking:

- HackTheBox, Linux fundamentals:

- HackTheBox, Introduction to Bash Scripting:

- eJPT

- eCPPT:

- TCM, PNTP:

- OSCP

- HackTheBox Porfolio projects:

- INE, Mobile Application Penetration Testing:

- TCM, Mobile Application Penetration Testing:

- OffSec Exploit Development:

- INE, Exploit Development:

You can support me by becoming a channel member:

Note: I may earn a small commission for any purchase through some of the links above

Time Stamps:
01:42 Foundational Knowledge
05:45 Learn to Hack
08:06 Passing the OSCP
12:13 Build a Portfolio
13:38 Get your first ethical hacking job
15:43 Advanced specialisations
17:50 Decide

[Jesse_Johnson]

I followed this. Started in cyber in March. Currently work as an internal penetration tester :) thank you for sharing.

[jolt]

I got a junior ethical hacker job right out of graduate school with no certs. Now I have my sec+ and working on my casp+ all being Paid by the company.

[qolzjvd]

Just found you today, have watched a couple videos and you have already answered my questions and given me and actionable plan. I'm pursuing a degree in cyber security and have been really overwhelmed with trying to choose a certification and how to prep and what specific steps to take. I appreciate and respect your opinion. It's been a big help to hear someone lay it out so straightforwardly. Respect.

[jakemoon]

I really appreciate what you are doing man. There are a lot of insufferable gatekeepers in the cyber domain, and its really off-putting sometimes to learners like myself... All this to say that you bring a lot of value to this community.

[-Devo]

I've finished my Google Cyber Security cert and understood that I don't have experience and watched your video about labs and projects and feel more confident with applying for jobs. Thank you and I hope you keep posting videos like this. Truly a blessing to the people joining the industry.

[markosaric]

you literally pointed at every certificate i doted down as "needed" on my way to OSCP and you said not to do those... I just finished my CCNA studies, just need to take the test now, and was planning on doing Comptia Sec+ next... but i will not. What you said makes a lot of sense, and during my CCNA studies i realized it's somehow wrong to get multiple choice on each exam. I have a decent amount of Python experience, and have been using Linux for the past 8 years, and for the last 10 years i've been working in IT (helpdesk level stuff), so it's time to go for my dream of cyber security. I'll follow your roadmap, and subscribe to your channel. Your way seems harder, but it makes a lot more sense. That analogy about learning to swim by reading a book really "hit the nail on the head"! Thank you for this, it was something i really needed but didn't know i needed.

[uitverkorengeslacht]

Just found your channel and subscribed. This content was golden. I just started my MS in IT with a concentration in Cybersecurity and this is all new to me. Wanted a career change where demand is high. I will definitely follow this roadmap for the technical/practical skills knowledge while working on my degree for the theoretical knowledge. Looking forward to the rest of your videos!

[khalidsalha]

now that is some quality content, very professional, very comprehensible and very enlightening. thank you from the bottom of my heart <3
keep it up!!!

[AdrianMark]

Thanks for this. Web developer here and I've dabbled with the idea of going into cybersecurity for years. This is the most comprehensive and clear plan I've ever come across. Thank you for making this.

[christianorfali]

Very well said and put together. This is some gold advice. Thank you.

[Mo_sel]

Hey unixguy. I’m ccnp certified plus nse4. I love networking but i always feel attracted to cyber security. I started learning python few months ago but I stopped after few days. to be honest i felt programming is complicated specifically when it comes to long codes. This video popped in my screen accidentally and it really resurrected the passion inside me. This time I’ll start the journey the right way as u described and I’ll come to update when I finish every step. Thank u so much for this video 🙏

[MRV]

Thank you for being a source of clarity and a guide for so many of us who are trying to get into the cyber security field. If it was not for this channel, I would have a much tougher time navigating my way into a path towards an entry level job in cyber security. I'm still undecided of wanting to pursue a job as an ethical hacker or a cyber analyst, but these videos help immensely. I know I am not alone in saying this, but your content has helped so many people and you are greatly appreciated!

[C_itsNemo]

This just gave me the structure and plan I was looking for thank you so much!! I can’t wait to start this journey. I have my Google cyber security cert already, going to start on the htb projects tomorrow !

[Timileyin-Awe]

I cannot thank you enough for making this video and I count myself really really lucky to have come across and More so, taken tike to watch it. I almost wish it didn't end. My interest in everything you said just further denotes how interested I am in being an ethical hacker and not just because it sounds cool or I get to wear a hoodie 😅. But because I want to build a successful career for myself legitimately. I might not be able to reach out to you personally but trust me you've really made an impact in me at this hour. The highlights you've made will help me draw out a more concise road map for myself for the year 2024. I will be so proud of myself to let you know how I've improved in months to come. Thank you, Love from Nigeria 🇳🇬 😊

[HELLSTRM]

Love this vid, format, & dedication to help. Thank you!!

[Ramix]

Brother, I still remember when I first discovered you on YouTube, and you only had a few thousand followers. Looking back now, it's incredible to see how much you've grown!

Thank you so much for all the valuable information you've provided. You've helped me get out of a state of confusion and feeling lost. I truly appreciate it, brother!

[marcussaastamoinen]

Hey, I cant tell how much I appreciate you, because of you I started the Google Cybersecurity certificate training, just 4 hours ago actually and im hooked. Does not even feel like studying and completing those tests just feel so rewarding. Completed the first module and got all 100% in all tests.

Haven't really got in to the coding part yet but that is what I wait the most because I have some very little knowledge of python and Linux prior to this, very excited.
Thank you, hope to make career out of this. :)

[egxwrjk]

This was such a great video. There are so many people out there looking for a new career, and it's so hard to find specific, useful information that they can use to determine if a) it's even something they would be interested in doing, b) is the market too saturated to be worth the time and money, c) what skills/learning track should they be focusing on in order to actually get a job? And many people, when you ask them about these things always come back with some cliche like "you get out what you put in." And then there are those click bait videos that make it sound like anyone can just get a certification and immediately start making upwards of $100 grand a year with no experience. Videos like this with specific, and actionable steps from someone who has actually become successful in the industry are priceless. Thank you for taking the time to help beginners figure out what they should be doing.

[wildgander]

the video is gold! i've watched a few videos on the subject and most of them were either totally useless bullshit or an advertisement for an affiliate program. thanks for taking the effort to prepare and provide all the info compactly and without blah blah blah!

[johnbatshon]

Thanks for taking the time to make these wonderful videos. Keep up the great work ^^