00:00:00Introduction
00:07:01Rapid Fire Questions
00:10:16XSS and Burp Suite
00:17:02Certifications vs. Degrees
00:23:14Paths into Cybersecurity
00:30:38Threat Modeling & Application Security
00:33:50Small vs. Big Companies
00:36:50Final Hot Take
ABOUT THIS EPISODE
Are cybersecurity bootcamps worth the hefty price tag, or are they just another overhyped shortcut to nowhere? In this episode of The Hacker’s Cache, I sit down with Keith Coleman, a seasoned cybersecurity professional with experience in pentesting, security engineering, DevSecOps, and more. We break down the true value of bootcamps, why many graduates struggle to land jobs, and what alternative paths provide a better return on investment. Keith shares his journey from IT to cybersecurity, his take on degrees vs. certifications, and why hands-on learning beats expensive bootcamps every time. If you're considering a cybersecurity bootcamp, listen to this first!
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[Keith Coleman]
I think it is a waste of money. I think it is a waste of time. It's six months and they range from 7,000 to $30,000 for a bootcamp.
I think that is insane. I know a few people myself that went through that and they still haven't found a job and it's really unfortunate now they're in debt. So yeah, that is definitely my thing on bootcamps.
I think it is, to put this into fewer words, I think it's a scam.
[Kyser Clark]
Hi, I'm Kyser Clark and welcome to The Hacker's Cash, the…
I think it is a waste of money. I think it is a waste of time. It's six months and they range from 7,000 to $30,000 for a bootcamp.
I think that is insane. I know a few people myself that went through that and they still haven't found a job and it's really unfortunate now they're in debt. So yeah, that is definitely my thing on bootcamps.
I think it is, to put this into fewer words, I think it's a scam.
[Kyser Clark]
Hi, I'm Kyser Clark and welcome to The Hacker's Cash, the…
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