The $120K cybersecurity job nobody's talking about: Network Security Engineer. CCNA gets you most of the way. One more cert (Palo Alto, CCNP Security, or Fortinet NSE) and you're in. Full breakdown on this week's Debt Free in IT w/ Mike. 📺 Full episode: https://youtu.be/qFM4xV_AQbA 📬 Newsletter (The Log Files):…
The $120K cybersecurity job nobody's talking about: Network Security Engineer. CCNA gets you most of the way. One more cert (Palo Alto, CCNP Security, or Fortinet NSE) and you're in. Full breakdown on this week's Debt Free in IT w/ Mike. 📺 Full episode: https://youtu.be/qFM4xV_AQbA 📬 Newsletter (The Log Files):…
The $120K cybersecurity job nobody's talking about: Network Security Engineer. CCNA gets you most of the way. One more cert (Palo Alto, CCNP Security, or Fortinet NSE) and you're in. Full breakdown on this week's Debt Free in IT w/ Mike. 📺 Full episode: https://youtu.be/qFM4xV_AQbA 📬 Newsletter (The Log Files):…
Everyone talks about GRC, CISA, and Security+ — but nobody mentions the Network Security Engineer role that quietly pays $120K–$150K. If you want a path into cybersecurity with real demand and serious salary upside, this is the lane most people overlook. What You'll Learn: What a Network Security Engineer actually…
There's a quiet trick the best help desk techs use to get noticed by the team they want to join — without ever applying. I've used it. I've watched others use it. And no one really talks about it. What you'll learn: How to turn a single closed ticket into…
Stuck on the help desk? 6 habits that get you noticed and promoted. Full episode on YouTube — @debtfreeinitwmike #HelpDesk #ITCareer #BreakIntoIT #ITSupport #CompTIA #TechJobs #ITJobs #EntryLevelIT #CareerChange #DebtFreeInit
Stuck on the help desk? 6 habits that get you noticed and promoted. Full episode on YouTube — @debtfreeinitwmike #HelpDesk #ITCareer #BreakIntoIT #ITSupport #CompTIA #TechJobs #ITJobs #EntryLevelIT #CareerChange #DebtFreeInit
Wake the wrong person up at 2 AM and your manager hears about it the next morning. This is the help desk mistake that quietly tanks careers — and the 2-week fix that prevents it. What you'll learn: The 2-week mapping exercise every help desk tech should do Day 1…
Stuck on the help desk? 6 habits that get you noticed and promoted. Full episode on YouTube — @debtfreeinitwmike #HelpDesk #ITCareer #BreakIntoIT #ITSupport #CompTIA #TechJobs #ITJobs #EntryLevelIT #CareerChange #DebtFreeInit
Stuck on the help desk? 6 habits that get you noticed and promoted. Full episode on YouTube — @debtfreeinitwmike #HelpDesk #ITCareer #BreakIntoIT #ITSupport #CompTIA #TechJobs #ITJobs #EntryLevelIT #CareerChange #DebtFreeInit
Stuck on the help desk and wondering how to stand out and move up? These 6 help desk tips come from watching the best techs I know climb the ladder — different paths, same habits. Use them to get noticed and earn your shot at the team you actually want.…
Think IT is out of reach because you don't have a tech background? You're closer than you think. In this episode, I break down how the everyday jobs you've already worked — retail, customer service, healthcare, trades — are quietly preparing you for a career in IT. Before IT, I…
This episode came straight from a listener question. They're currently a truck driver looking to transition into IT — and they wanted to know whether to start with A+, Network+, or Security+, and if they even need all three. Honestly? It's one of the most common questions I get. So…
Your coworkers could be the reason you're not growing in IT — and you might not even know it. In this clip, we get into the real benefits of being on a good team and the red flags of a bad one. From teammates who genuinely help you level up…
If you're trying to break into IT or level up your career, the 2026 Robert Half Salary Guide tells you exactly what companies are hiring for, what skills they're paying more for, and where the real opportunities are right now — and in this video, I'm breaking it all down…
Most people think leveling up in IT is about certifications… But it’s really about your team. The right team will grow you. The wrong team will keep you stuck. Next time you’re making a move… ask yourself: “Who am I learning from?” 🎙️ New episode out now Leveling Up in…
Most people think leveling up in IT is about certifications… But it’s really about your team. The right team will grow you. The wrong team will keep you stuck. Next time you’re making a move… ask yourself: “Who am I learning from?” 🎙️ New episode out now Leveling Up in…
Most people think leveling up in IT is about certifications… But it’s really about your team. The right team will grow you. The wrong team will keep you stuck. Next time you’re making a move… ask yourself: “Who am I learning from?” 🎙️ New episode out now Leveling Up in…
Most people think leveling up in IT is about certifications… But it’s really about your team. The right team will grow you. The wrong team will keep you stuck. Next time you’re making a move… ask yourself: “Who am I learning from?” 🎙️ New episode out now Leveling Up in…
Most people think leveling up in IT is about certifications… But it’s really about your team. The right team will grow you. The wrong team will keep you stuck. Next time you’re making a move… ask yourself: “Who am I learning from?” 🎙️ New episode out now Leveling Up in…
In today’s episode, I talk about something that doesn’t get discussed enough in IT… The value of your team. A lot of people focus on certifications, resumes, and landing that next job—but what really determines how fast you grow in IT is the environment you’re in and the people you…
If you’re an introvert trying to get into IT, this is something you need to know. A lot of people start in help desk and think the whole industry is constant calls, frustrated users, and nonstop interaction. But that’s not how IT works at higher levels. In this clip, I…
If you’re trying to get into IT but you’re more introverted, this episode is for you. A lot of people start their IT careers in roles like help desk or desktop support and quickly feel drained. The constant conversations, dealing with frustrated users, and having to think on the spot…
Cisco just made a major change to the CCNP Enterprise certification… and it might actually make me consider taking it again. In this episode, we break down the latest updates to the CCNP ENCOR blueprint, including the removal of wireless topics and what that means for anyone studying for the…
