From Biologist to Hacker: An Expert's Path into Cybersecurity

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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.

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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.

As a cybersecurity professional with over six years of experience, I focus on strengthening digital assets against ever-changing cyber threats. I specialize in penetration testing, ethical hacking, red teaming, and offensive security. I excel at uncovering and addressing vulnerabilities in networks and web applications.

My mission is to make cyberspace better & safer for everyone by committing to lifelong learning, sharing knowledge with the community, and inspiring others to do the same.

Credentials:

• BS in Cybersecurity Management and Policy from UMGC.

• 13 certifications including OSCP, CISSP, eJPT, OSWP, PenTest+, CEH, CySA+, CCNA, Cyber Ops-A, Cloud+, Linux+, Security+, and Network+.

• Pwned 102 HTB machines and mastered 216 THM rooms, securing top leaderboard rankings on both platforms.

• Pursuing OSWA certification and MS in Cybersecurity Management and Policy at UMGC.

• United States Air Force Veteran

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Music
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All music featured in this video is by Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio.

Disclaimer
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Attention viewers: This video 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.

The postings on this site are my own and may not represent the positions of my employer.