#16 Why Cybersecurity Is Stressful and How to Succeed with Opeyemi Kolawole (Hacking Insights)

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Kyser Clark interviews Opeyemi Kolawole, a full-time red teamer and cybersecurity professional. They discuss Opeyemi's background in biology and his transition into the cybersecurity field. Opeyemi shares his experience and insights on various certifications, including the Cyberwarfare Lab Certified Red Team Analyst (CPTA) and the importance of staying up to date in the field. They also discuss the benefits of building a personal brand on platforms like LinkedIn and YouTube.
Connect with Opeyemi on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/opeyemi-v-kolawole/
Takeaways

• Transitioning from a different field into cybersecurity is possible with passion and dedication.
• Certifications like the Cyberwarfare Lab Certified Red Team Analyst (CPTA) can be valuable for starting a career in red teaming.
• Staying up to date and continuously learning is crucial in the cybersecurity field.
• Building a personal brand on platforms like LinkedIn and YouTube can help establish credibility and connect with others in the industry.

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Attention Listeners: This content is strictly for educational purposes, emphasizing ETHICAL and LEGAL hacking only. I do not, and will NEVER, condone the act of illegally hacking into computer systems and networks for any reason. My goal is to foster cybersecurity awareness and responsible digital behavior. Please behave responsibly and adhere to legal and ethical standards in your use of this information.
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1. Introductions (00:00:00)

2. From Biologist to Hacker (00:04:37)

3. Rapid-Fire Questions (00:08:19)

4. Why Cybersecurity Is Stressful (00:10:30)

5. CRTA Certification (00:15:03)

6. What Is the Best Hacking Certification? (00:18:27)

7. What Is the Most Challenging Certification? (00:21:09)

8. Can Having a Lot of Certifications Be a Bad Thing? (00:23:15)

9. Building a Personal Brand (00:30:33)

10. Final Words of Wisdom (00:35:19)