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101: An Unfiltered Conversation with John Hammond
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How 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 over
Whether 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: @_JohnHammond
Just Hacking Training: https://www.justhacking.com/
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104 episodes
Manage episode 506854697 series 3433909
Meter: Visit meter.com/itcareer to book a demo
How 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 over
Whether 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: @_JohnHammond
Just 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/3yBcrfu
Disclaimer: 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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