Meter: Visit meter.com/itcareer to book a demoHow do you go from curious about hacking to becoming one of the most recognized names in cybersecurity?In this episode of the I.T. Career Podcast, I sit down with John Hammond to unpack his real story—how he broke into security, the big moments that shaped his career, and the lessons he’d share with anyone chasing a cybersecurity dream today.We cover:– John’s path from curious beginner to respected cybersecurity expert– Key decisions (and mistakes) that defined his journey– His best advice for landing your first security job– What he would do differently if he had to start overWhether you’re starting out in IT, pivoting into cybersecurity, or just love a good origin story, this conversation is packed with practical takeaways you can use right now.John's Resources:Twitter/X: @_JohnHammondJust Hacking Training: https://www.justhacking.com/📌 Watch next: YouTube Playlist🔗 Start your tech career journey: https://thebeardeditdad.com/itcareeraccelerator/Exclusive Career Resources:✅ Weekly Insider Tips: Subscribe🎧 Listen to The I.T. Career Podcast:➡︎ YouTube: https://itdad.info/ytpodcast➡︎ Apple: https://apple.co/4aw0uVM➡︎ Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3yBcrfuDisclaimer: Some of these links are affiliate links where I'll earn a small commission if you make a purchase at no additional cost to you.#johnhammond #cybersecurity #ad
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