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Diary Of A SysAdmin

How Nearly Becoming a Doctor Led to a Career in Cyber Security with Spencer Alessi

30 Jun 2025

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Spencer Alessi shares his journey from almost becoming a doctor to pivoting to IT, emphasizing the importance of help desk experience, mentorship, and continuous learning. He discusses his passion for systems administration, the significance of disaster recovery testing, and his transition into security. Spencer also reflects on his experiences in podcasting and content creation, offering valuable insights for new IT professionals.Chapters00:00 From Medicine to IT: A Career Shift05:39 Mentorship in IT: The Path to SysAdmin10:55 The Importance of a Testing Lab16:22 Accidental Entry into Security22:11 The Art of ARP Spoofing28:12 The Devastating Loss of Memory Cards34:19 Content Creation Strategies and Challenges44:33 Essential Skills for the Next Generation of IT Professionals49:41 Spencer Beyond the Keyboard

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