In this episode of the Cyber Careers and Coffee podcast, Jessie chats with special guest Phillip Wiley, a seasoned offensive security professional, educator, and author of 'The Pen Tester Blueprint' as he shares his unique journey to becoming a cybersecurity expert, highlighting the importance of networking and relationships, and building a personal brand to growing a career in cybersecurity.

SHOW NOTES

01:20 Philip Wiley: A Journey from Pro Wrestler to Cybersecurity Expert

04:15 The Career Turning Point into Cybersecurity

07:36 Networking and Building a Brand in Cybersecurity

15:44 The Power of Networking and Personal Branding for Job Hunting

20:00 Advice for Cybersecurity Job Seekers in a Tough Market

28:30 Winning Mindset: Staying Competitive and Humble

32:27 How to Connect with Philip and Closing Thoughts from Jessie

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