S.1-E.003 (Navy IT to Industrial Controls System Cybersecurity Specialist)

Host: Jon

*** I am an active duty Marine, and any opinion expressed on this show is my own and is not military regulation or policy. ***

Talk About The Episode:

Jake Farquhar ***Any opinion expressed is my own and not of any organization I am a part of***
- Enlisted into the Navy in 2012.
- He was an Information Systems Technician (IT).
- Currently is an Industrial Controls System Cybersecurity Specialist.

Talk With The Guest:

Got his start in IT/Cybersecurity when he enlisted into the Navy. Prior to the Navy, he was a janitor and bartender.
What helped him get to where he is today:
- Everything he learned in the Navy.
His favorite subject, or technology, he works with:
- He really enjoys pentesting, because he likes the challenge and following the trail down the layers.
- He also is proficient in Linux systems.
Advice for Military transitioning into civilian Cybersecurity:
- Cyber Transition:
  - Get certifications. (if staying with the DoD make sure they are 8140/8570 certified)
  - Use TA while in to get a degree.
  - Ensure your security clearance is in good standings and active.
  - Continue to learn.
- General Transition:
  - Ensure you apply for disability, make them tell you that you don’t rate anything.
  - Try to use your VA loan to purchase a house before you EAS.
  - Make sure to have a little money saved up for the transition.

Closing:

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