Writing, Teaching, and Defending: Ru Campbell’s IT Adventures

Ru Campbell shares his journey from starting in IT in 2012 to becoming a Microsoft 365 consultant and security expert. He discusses the importance of help desk experience, betting on oneself in career progression, and the transition to specializing in Microsoft Defender. Ru emphasizes the value of understanding security practices, the challenges of writing a technical book, and the benefits of networking and community engagement. He also touches on future technology trends, particularly AI, and offers advice for the next generation of IT professionals while sharing insights into his personal life and hobbies.Chapters00:00 The Beard and Its Significance02:41 Career Beginnings in IT05:18 Lessons from Help Desk Experience07:26 Betting on Yourself in Your Career08:51 Transitioning to Microsoft 365 Consulting10:46 Diving into Security with Microsoft Defender15:00 The Importance of Understanding Security Practices18:25 Empathy in IT Consulting20:48 Writing a Book on Microsoft Defender28:51 Creating Opportunities through LinkedIn Learning32:07 Building a Personal Brand in Cybersecurity33:37 The Role of Content Creation in Cybersecurity38:37 Community Engagement and User Groups42:47 Speaking Engagements and Networking45:32 The Future of Technology: AI and Beyond51:28 Advice for the Next Generation of IT Professionals52:51 Personal Life and Hobbies of Ru CampbellCheck out his book Mastering Microsoft 365 DefenderNeed a cybersecurity podcast listen to ThreatcastCheck out his FREE linkedin learning course on Microsoft Defender Vulnerbility Management

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