the hacker’s roadmap (how to get started in IT in 2025)
Source: YouTube · NetworkChuck · published Jan 28, 2025 · 33:49
[BLUF: This video outlines a no-college, skills-first roadmap to land an IT job in 2025, emphasizing hands-on experience, certifications like CompTIA A+ and Security+, and foundational skills in Linux and Python—culminating in a career path toward cybersecurity, with a focus on ethical hacking.]2:15
Key Takeaways:
• Start applying for IT jobs immediately, even without experience, to gain real-world experience and build a resume highlighting customer service and problem-solving 1:50.
• Earn CompTIA A+ for foundational IT skills and job readiness; while knowledge can be self-taught, certification helps pass HR filters 4:31.
• Learn Linux and Python early using free resources like Professor Messer or Over the Wire to build practical skills and resume projects 7:00.
• Build a home lab with real-world projects (e.g., setting up a DNS server or replacing your router with PFsense) to demonstrate passion and technical ability 8:30.
• Pursue CompTIA Security+ for cybersecurity exposure and DOD eligibility, followed by networking certs (CCNA or Network+), with CCNA being more valuable for network engineering 10:19.
• For cybersecurity, begin with EJPT or PenTest+ to develop an ethical hacking mindset, progressing to CPTS or OSCP—OSCP being the gold standard for hands-on penetration testing 23:00.
The roadmap prioritizes practical skills over degrees, allowing flexibility to skip phases based on experience, and emphasizes that job experience and passion—proven through projects and networking—are more valued than formal credentials.
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Here is the roadmap to
get started in it in 2025, and it's been two years since
I've made a video on this. Some things have changed, but first
let's talk about what hasn't changed. This roadmap is aimed at getting you a
job in it fast and on the path to landing your dream job. Six figures is absolutely within reach
and you'll be surprised at how fast you can get there. No gimmicks. No shortcuts, just hard work on a clear path and also
no college. You don't need it. Now, similar to our last roadmap, the
first three phases are for you. They're for everyone. The skills you learn here are foundational
to it no matter what path you go down, but after that,
the world is your oyster. What I mean is that you can
go down many different paths. I can't cover them all here, but I will be talking about…