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Cyber Guy Vick

@CyberGuyVick

4 months

Finally got “Cyber Engineer” in my job title! Time to go update my LinkedIn profile! Only up from here!🔥🔥🔥

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Cyber Guy Vick

@CyberGuyVick

3 months

In other news, I paid off my car! All major debt is now $0.00! 😁🤝🏾 #FinancialFreedom

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Cyber Guy Vick

@CyberGuyVick

3 months

Passed the AWS Cloud Practitioner this morning! Great way to start the weekend! 🤝🏾☁️

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Cyber Guy Vick

@CyberGuyVick

7 months

I think I’m about to commit to whatever lets me live my best life. Whether it’s a cert, degree, hard skills, soft skills, sleep, self care, diet, gym, etc. I want what all life can offer.

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Cyber Guy Vick

@CyberGuyVick

6 months

Tech is lowkey wild. You have to land a job to establish work experience while skilling up on the side in hopes of pivoting into something you actual want to do. Crazy.

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Cyber Guy Vick

@CyberGuyVick

7 months

Welp, I got a job offer today.🤝🏾💰

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Cyber Guy Vick

@CyberGuyVick

2 months

If you don’t schedule to take your certifications, you will never take studying serious.

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Cyber Guy Vick

@CyberGuyVick

4 months

I whole heartedly believe if you are good at your job you mostly get rewarded with more work, not more money.

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Cyber Guy Vick

@CyberGuyVick

3 months

Just saw a Cloud Network Engineer position for @netflix paying up to 720k fully remote! 🤯

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Cyber Guy Vick

@CyberGuyVick

7 months

It’s not uncommon to see a business analyst making 170k working for federal clients. I interviewed for an IT Systems Lead position and the max salary was 230k+. A lot of money in GovTech due to contracts.

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Cyber Guy Vick

@CyberGuyVick

2 months

This doesn’t apply to GovTech. They can’t find enough qualified people actually.

Ana Mostarac

@anammostarac

2 months

It’s so over

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Cyber Guy Vick

@CyberGuyVick

3 months

I see why GovTech is heavily cert based now. Literally no one has anything. Just a whole bunch of experience. “You got your cert!? Ok cool, here’s a job!” Lol

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Cyber Guy Vick

@CyberGuyVick

7 months

Prioritize sleep. Cut out starches, sugar, and seed oils. Go to the gym 5 days a week. Stop eating after 8pm. Drink a gallon of water a day. Cook majority of all of my meals.

Richard D Rembert | Software Engineer

@RichardDRembert

7 months

For individuals aged 30 & above who may have neglected their health and fitness in their 20s, what steps are you currently taking to maintain your well-being & physical fitness?

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Cyber Guy Vick

@CyberGuyVick

2 months

Get my masters, head back down south, find a wife and start a family, stay out the way. 🤔🫶🏾

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Cyber Guy Vick

@CyberGuyVick

7 months

Once you accept life for what it is, traveling, exploring, and creating experiences is the only thing that makes sense.

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Cyber Guy Vick

@CyberGuyVick

1 year

Getting the CISSP has truly been a blessing. My manager just told me that’s literally why I got the salary that I got. 🥹

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Cyber Guy Vick

@CyberGuyVick

3 months

I need the remote GovTech money!!!

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Cyber Guy Vick

@CyberGuyVick

7 months

In 2024 I need y’all to devote the same energy y’all do in studying for certs and working multiple jobs into your health.

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Cyber Guy Vick

@CyberGuyVick

1 year

I don’t see a lot of people in GRC. Nobody wants the GRC money!? They paying too! 😮

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Cyber Guy Vick

@CyberGuyVick

10 days

Bruh moving to Texas. Said he got 2 remote gigs and gonna be pulling in around 400k. Been in the intel community for 15 years. I knew I wasn’t tripping. This onsite shit ain’t it.

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Cyber Guy Vick

@CyberGuyVick

22 days

If I were to attend WGU’s masters in cybersecurity program, I would get CISM and CySA+ first. I would then only have to take 6 classes which increases my chances of finishing in 6 months. Then I would use tuition reimbursement from my job so it would be free. That’s just me tho

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Cyber Guy Vick

@CyberGuyVick

3 months

I’m going to pivot into cloud security. No ifs, ands, or buts about it. ☁️🔒

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Cyber Guy Vick

@CyberGuyVick

7 months

Would you take a pay cut to work overseas if you didn’t have to pay rent?

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Cyber Guy Vick

@CyberGuyVick

1 year

Well guys I just got another offer. Out of 7 interviews, I’ve been offered 3 times. I want to make a thread about everything I’ve learned during this process.

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Cyber Guy Vick

@CyberGuyVick

5 months

Walking into an interview with a job offer already >>>>>> I won either way.

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Cyber Guy Vick

@CyberGuyVick

3 months

Learning things outside of what you do for work so you can pivot to a different role is so exhausting.

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Cyber Guy Vick

@CyberGuyVick

6 months

You’re not serious about studying if you don’t take memory and cognitive support supplements. 👀😂📚

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Cyber Guy Vick

@CyberGuyVick

1 month

Speak of the devil. Network Systems Engineer position paying 275k + benefits. They want a full scope poly tho, but I hear the message plain and clear. I’m about to tighten up on my networking and Linux skills. I will be prepared going forward. 🤝🏾

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Cyber Guy Vick

@CyberGuyVick

1 month

A single guy with no kids in his 30s has to make fitness a priority. Your testosterone, muscle, and sperm quality is slowly declining. Can’t be out here damaging yourself by smoking, drinking, eating bad, and not getting proper sleep.

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Cyber Guy Vick

@CyberGuyVick

2 months

Cloud GRC. That’s it! That’s the post! ☁️

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Cyber Guy Vick

@CyberGuyVick

3 months

Telling someone to just get security+ to get into tech isn’t always the answer.

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Cyber Guy Vick

@CyberGuyVick

12 days

I need like a solid $6k not coming from my job. Need another source of income.

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Cyber Guy Vick

@CyberGuyVick

11 months

So far in my GRC role all I have been doing is training. The pay period ends today and I’m looking forward to my first full paycheck. Thank you kindly.

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Cyber Guy Vick

@CyberGuyVick

1 year

Y’all not gonna like this but a lot of y’all that are trying to pivot into tech need to take these help desk and system administrator roles. Trust me, it will make the journey a lot smoother.

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Cyber Guy Vick

@CyberGuyVick

3 months

These cloud administrator roles pay pretty well. 🤔

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Cyber Guy Vick

@CyberGuyVick

3 months

Save a lil money. Invest a lil money. Take a few trips around the world. Get a job with a pension. Buy a house. Find a wife. Start a family. Be present. Be available. Live well. Be happy. 🫶🏾

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Cyber Guy Vick

@CyberGuyVick

2 years

Your boy is finally #CISSP certified!!! #cybersecurity #blackintech

Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) was issued by ISC2 to Victor Harris-D...

The vendor-neutral CISSP credential confirms technical knowledge and experience to design, engineer, implement, and manage the overall security posture of an organization. Required by the world’s...

www.credly.com

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Cyber Guy Vick

@CyberGuyVick

3 months

Technical certs in GovTech will separate you from the rest in my opinion.

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Cyber Guy Vick

@CyberGuyVick

26 days

Let me help y’all out. Most GovTech roles are in the DMV, Colorado, and California. Next would be Tampa, FL and Huntsville AL. Maybe a few places in Texas.

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Cyber Guy Vick

@CyberGuyVick

28 days

All this shit a scam to be honest. You just have to pick a scam where you can excel in.

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Cyber Guy Vick

@CyberGuyVick

4 months

Everyone is passing certs and getting employed! Love to see it! 🤩🙌🏾

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Cyber Guy Vick

@CyberGuyVick

2 years

Technical Goals for 2022: 🔹Linux+ or RHCSA 🔹VCTA-DCV 🔹Navy Qualified Validator (RMF) 🔹AWS Cloud Practitioner 🔹AWS Solution Architect 🔹AWS Certified Security #BlackTechTwitter #CyberSecurity

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Cyber Guy Vick

@CyberGuyVick

10 months

Mf be wanting 10-12 years of experience and a clearance only to offer you 120k. Make it make sense.

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Cyber Guy Vick

@CyberGuyVick

7 months

Why nobody ever goes for the google cloud certs?

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Cyber Guy Vick

@CyberGuyVick

4 months

Anybody with a clearance looking for a job in NoVa, holla at ya boy! These referral bonuses are pretty nice! 😂

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Cyber Guy Vick

@CyberGuyVick

3 months

“Don’t chase the money, chase the skills. The money will come.” is what I was told early in my career. That had to been the best advice I was given because all money ain’t good money!

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Cyber Guy Vick

@CyberGuyVick

1 year

Start my new job today. First thing I did was change my LinkedIn profile. I need my network to see “Senior” in my title.

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Cyber Guy Vick

@CyberGuyVick

4 months

I was introduced to #GovCloud and I think that’s the lane I want to be in. My focus right now is AWS, CCSP, then Azure. I think that’s a winning recipe. 🤝🏾

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Cyber Guy Vick

@CyberGuyVick

5 months

They say certs are better than degrees in tech. But if everyone has security+, how do you separate yourself from the pack? Is the goal just to get a job or maximize your pay? Just asking a question.

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Cyber Guy Vick

@CyberGuyVick

2 months

“Cloud Security Engineer Manager” is exactly why I’m looking into masters in cloud computing. A few cloud certs could probably suffice tho.

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Cyber Guy Vick

@CyberGuyVick

27 days

I’m afraid I’m going to have to decline this job offer. 7k more isn’t enough to job hop for the same position in my opinion.

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Cyber Guy Vick

@CyberGuyVick

1 month

Recruiters be asking me, “So what has you in the job market?” Bit what you mean!? You called me! TF! 🤨

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Cyber Guy Vick

@CyberGuyVick

3 months

Heal the gut, heal the body!

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Cyber Guy Vick

@CyberGuyVick

4 months

Recruiter just hit me up about an AWS Cloud Engineer position that’s hybrid. My thoughts are manifesting. ☁️

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Cyber Guy Vick

@CyberGuyVick

24 days

See unlike most, I really don’t give a damn what I do in tech frfr. As long as I have time off to travel and maintain a healthy lifestyle, I’m good. I’m not chasing titles.

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Cyber Guy Vick

@CyberGuyVick

1 year

#RMF #NIST #riskmanagement #GRC

RMF Introductory Courses - NIST Risk Management Framework | CSRC | CSRC

The purpose of these courses is to provide those new to risk management with an introduction to key publications associated with the NIST Risk Management Framework (RMF) methodology for managing...

csrc.nist.gov

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Cyber Guy Vick

@CyberGuyVick

9 months

Oh I forgot to tell y’all a dude got fired at my job yesterday because he got caught having another job using his clearance. 🫢

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Cyber Guy Vick

@CyberGuyVick

19 days

Another contractor told me not to worry about CISM. Said it’s a guy at her job making $230k with just CISSP. So maybe I should just learn RMF and get these cloud certs. 🤔 She said I should ask for more money too. 😂

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Cyber Guy Vick

@CyberGuyVick

1 year

The homie just passed AZ-900. Said it was easier than the AWS Cloud Practitioner. Told me to go that route if I decide to get a cloud certification. 👨🏾‍💻☁️

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Cyber Guy Vick

@CyberGuyVick

10 months

The guy on LinkedIn that’s doing the #WGU masters in cybersecurity 30 day challenge has 2 classes left. He started 9/1. Today is 9/12. Finish line approaching. 🏁

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Cyber Guy Vick

@CyberGuyVick

1 month

Long as I have this clearance, I will always be looking for new opportunities. The game is the game and Ima play it. 🤝🏾

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Cyber Guy Vick

@CyberGuyVick

5 months

I think I’m starting to lean more towards benefits and flexibility rather than money. I want more time off to travel. I’m not bout to work myself to death when these jobs will replace you within a week’s time.

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Cyber Guy Vick

@CyberGuyVick

1 year

This summer I will be taking my talents to the DMV where I have accepted a Senior Information Systems Security Officer position. I would like to thank my support system. Excited for the opportunity and ready to get to work. 🤝🏾 #BlackTechTwitter #Veteran #DMV

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Cyber Guy Vick

@CyberGuyVick

3 months

Security Clearance + Certs + VA Disability + No Debt = Ultimate Flexibility

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Cyber Guy Vick

@CyberGuyVick

26 days

People trying to find GovTech roles outside of the DMV. Listen, I’ve already been down that road. It’s tough. Lol

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Cyber Guy Vick

@CyberGuyVick

3 months

I think anyone with the slightest technical background can get in this space and do damage.

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Cyber Guy Vick

@CyberGuyVick

1 month

So he asked me if my Sec+ and CISSP were valid and up to date and I said yes. He then asked me if I had a bachelor’s degree and I also replied yes. He said good, I needed all 3 to qualify for premium benefits.

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Cyber Guy Vick

@CyberGuyVick

6 months

👀…..Sorry I’ve been ghost. I been overseas celebrating my birthday having the time of my life! Blessed to see another year! 😌🙏🏾♒️🏝️

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Cyber Guy Vick

@CyberGuyVick

7 months

ISSO position at IBM up to 285k. That’s crazy.

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Cyber Guy Vick

@CyberGuyVick

8 months

I don’t think a 20k increase is worth giving up my remote day and flexibility.

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Cyber Guy Vick

@CyberGuyVick

3 months

Got momma a new refrigerator, washer, and dryer on the way. 🤝🏾

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Cyber Guy Vick

@CyberGuyVick

1 month

Well well well. Guess who’s about to spark up the good certification vs degree debate on a Friday morning. 😈

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Cyber Guy Vick

@CyberGuyVick

20 days

Seeing women prioritize their health is so attractive to me. We are trying to live our best lives until the very end! 🫶🏾

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Cyber Guy Vick

@CyberGuyVick

16 days

I need 4k in profits from something. I don’t know what yet, but it’s time to find other ways to make some money.

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Cyber Guy Vick

@CyberGuyVick

6 months

So basically what y’all saying is cloud is the path to freedom. Say less. 🤝🏾☁️🔒

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Cyber Guy Vick

@CyberGuyVick

20 days

Sitting at a desk for 8 hours a day, 5 days a week is such a waste of time! Who made this shit up man!?!!

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Cyber Guy Vick

@CyberGuyVick

4 months

Increase your income while decreasing your expenses >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>

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Cyber Guy Vick

@CyberGuyVick

1 month

Once you figure out the best way for you to retain information, passing certifications becomes easier. 💎

Earn Your Leisure

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The Biggest Problem In The School System

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Cyber Guy Vick

@CyberGuyVick

1 month

This company offered: Unlimited PTO. A week off for Christmas and New Year’s. Travel time to the customer are billable hours. Certification on a specific tool which allows you to become a SME. Work home on Fridays.

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Cyber Guy Vick

@CyberGuyVick

23 days

It’s so many ways to build your legs other than barbell squats and deadlifts. I wish I wasn’t so brainwashed in my younger years. 🤦🏾‍♂️ Anyway, I heard it was hoochie daddy shorts season. 👀🩳

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Cyber Guy Vick

@CyberGuyVick

6 months

Studying CCSP is helping me understand cloud terminology. Definitely going back and grabbing a vendor cloud certification after this.

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Cyber Guy Vick

@CyberGuyVick

2 months

I can’t do school and study for certifications. I tried that before and dropped out. I was like fuck writing papers, I need security+. 😅

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Cyber Guy Vick

@CyberGuyVick

3 months

You have to continuously add skills so you can have the flexibility to move around and don’t get stuck.

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Cyber Guy Vick

@CyberGuyVick

5 months

Software Engineers make soooooooo much money it’s ridiculous. 🤯

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Cyber Guy Vick

@CyberGuyVick

3 months

Thinking about getting the AWS Solution Architect and Security Specialty certifications. 🤔☁️

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Cyber Guy Vick

@CyberGuyVick

5 months

CISSP + Clearance = Golden 🎫

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Cyber Guy Vick

@CyberGuyVick

2 months

Master of Engineering in Cloud Computing Management has a nice ring to it.

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Cyber Guy Vick

@CyberGuyVick

3 months

My theory is the older you get, the more educated you become on how to properly take care of yourself. You start to reverse some of the damage from your 20s. You then start to look younger due to lifestyle changes.

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Cyber Guy Vick

@CyberGuyVick

6 months

There needs to be more conversations on this.

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Cyber Guy Vick

@CyberGuyVick

3 months

In the gym because “Do you look good naked?” is always my motivation. 😈

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Cyber Guy Vick

@CyberGuyVick

5 months

And here we go. Got my first offer of the year in my email. I can’t even check it because I have an interview in 5 minutes. 🥴

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Cyber Guy Vick

@CyberGuyVick

11 months

Before 2023 is over, let’s commit to completing our Udemy courses! 👨🏾‍💻

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Cyber Guy Vick

@CyberGuyVick

6 months

I need to figure out what jobs y’all be doing to not be working onsite.

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Cyber Guy Vick

@CyberGuyVick

3 years

My chief is trying to send me to a Information System Security Manager school. Let’s hope that I get it! 🙏🏾 #BlackTechTwitter #CyberSecurity #ISSM

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Cyber Guy Vick

@CyberGuyVick

2 months

Dang shawty that sits in front of me getting her PHD in cyber. I gotta turn up the heat! 🔥🔥🔥

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Cyber Guy Vick

@CyberGuyVick

1 year

Ya boy got an official offer!!! 🤝🏾💰

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Cyber Guy Vick

@CyberGuyVick

2 months

The government’s slow adaptation is why there will always be tech jobs in the gov space.

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Cyber Guy Vick

@CyberGuyVick

3 months

What’s crazy is I have yet been drug tested as a government contractor. Like my whole livelihood depends on me being drug free and I haven’t been drug tested once.

Victor 🦇

@himbo_chico

3 months

I find it interesting that the higher I went in salary/company prestige, the less hoops I had to jump through. the jobs paying nggas $300k+ a year do not drug test like lower paying ones. Idk exactly how this connects to classism & anti-blackness but i just know it does somehow.

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Cyber Guy Vick

@CyberGuyVick

2 months

Took my own advice and scheduled AWS SAA for the end of June. ☁️

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Cyber Guy Vick

@CyberGuyVick

27 days

For the record, I don’t love GovTech. I think I’ve said that before. But if I can make anywhere between 150k-200k for having certain credentials from ONE job then why not? The numbers are the numbers…

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