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Interview with Dr. TJ O'Connor: Enthusiasm is common, endurance is rare.
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In this episode of the Cybersecurity Mentors Podcast, Dr. TJ O'Connor shares his journey from West Point to a retired U.S. Army Lieutenant Colonel and cybersecurity educator. He discusses his experiences at West Point, his military career, and the importance of hands-on learning in cybersecurity. Dr. O'Connor emphasizes the value of competitions in fostering growth and resilience, and he offers advice for aspiring cybersecurity professionals, highlighting the significance of endurance and continuous learning in the field.
Violent Python - Book: https://a.co/d/0L4nJIi
Dr. TJ O’Connor’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tj-oconnor/
Check out our Networking is King Course: How to Build a Career Through Real Connections
Chapters
1. The Power of Determination (00:00:00)
2. West Point and Early Hacking Days (00:08:54)
3. Military Career with Special Forces (00:20:28)
4. Teaching and Research at Florida Tech (00:33:54)
5. Building Championship Cyber Teams (00:43:40)
6. Leading SECCDC and Red Team Operations (00:55:03)
7. Advice for Cybersecurity Newcomers (01:05:03)
39 episodes
Manage episode 500258495 series 3594482
In this episode of the Cybersecurity Mentors Podcast, Dr. TJ O'Connor shares his journey from West Point to a retired U.S. Army Lieutenant Colonel and cybersecurity educator. He discusses his experiences at West Point, his military career, and the importance of hands-on learning in cybersecurity. Dr. O'Connor emphasizes the value of competitions in fostering growth and resilience, and he offers advice for aspiring cybersecurity professionals, highlighting the significance of endurance and continuous learning in the field.
Violent Python - Book: https://a.co/d/0L4nJIi
Dr. TJ O’Connor’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tj-oconnor/
Check out our Networking is King Course: How to Build a Career Through Real Connections
Chapters
1. The Power of Determination (00:00:00)
2. West Point and Early Hacking Days (00:08:54)
3. Military Career with Special Forces (00:20:28)
4. Teaching and Research at Florida Tech (00:33:54)
5. Building Championship Cyber Teams (00:43:40)
6. Leading SECCDC and Red Team Operations (00:55:03)
7. Advice for Cybersecurity Newcomers (01:05:03)
39 episodes
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