the hacker’s roadmap (how to get started in IT in 2025)

🚨 Correction on Offsec & AI Use in the OSCP Exam 🚨

I want to clarify something about the OSCP exam that I misspoke about in this video. OffSec does not allow the use of AI tools (like ChatGPT) during the exam. In fact, using any AI tools or even having AI suggestions enabled on searches will result in an automatic failure. I appreciate those of you who pointed this out—thank you for helping me make sure accurate info gets shared!

Who is here in 2026? Also, is this still viable in 2026?

Chuck, can u tell me the roadmap "in 2026-....", cause its all AI, so I don't think this would help right now or in the future.

please make a more detailed video(aulthough in my opinion i really liked this video
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love ur content keep it up

I make GUIs for Linix programs because i forget the terminal code lol

meh

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Should I get the 2nd edition Cisco CCNA from Official Cert Guide Library to study?

Lost my job at the car dealership in the beginning of the month. Starting out in I.T. because Automotive was supposed to be a stop over anyway. So I am starting with Phase 0 while I study to reobtain my A+ and beyond. I want to go into Cybersecurity once I get my base down.

yow! sorry chuck I can't apply for a job yet I'm still a minor learning in your vids.

took a course in high school, figured out I was CCNA certified but skipped Phase 1 and 2 SIGHHH

Make more detailed roadmap i would love to see it. After 1 years i think is time to do it :)

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in 90% other countries rather than USA, this is a big joke, college diploma is the bare minimum, and with it, keep dreaming of landing a job, this roadmap is outdated and its way below the minimum, the only way to hang at todays workspace is to work at macdonalds

I just started comptia a+. This video was extremely informative. Thank you for all of the resources!

I have started on the data and communication education, but I am still stuck at phase 1, can someone help me with tips or anything?

I am 29 and have previously worked as a painter and in gardens, also have a autism and adhd (which isn't an excuse) so this all overwhelms me, because I feel so far behind my classmates, as my teacher only introduces these topics for us, we have to teach ourselves or each other - which just doesn't work for me. I would like to geek all out on this, but I just get more questions rather than answers.

Can i start this

Great overview, NetworkChuck! Your roadmap makes IT feel so accessible. Thanks for the clear guidance!

this is an expensive career lol i'm from a third world country so damn, i'll work hard!

Anyone who is watching this today ? I need a partner so we can motivate each other and learn this together

Chuck wears the 2026 version

Thank you for this useful information! I’m currently going to school for Cyber while studying these certifications. Looking forward to becoming an Ethical Hacker in the Cyber Universe. Wish me luck!

Fuck my life.. i startet at phase 3 🫠 but got equipment and books so no turning back.. security + is the next one but i am taking the time with ccna cus there is a loot i mean a lot.. almost 2000 sites just from books the official ones

How do you get all of this stuff on your resume without making it 5 pages long?

chuck first time watching your video, im passionate about starting a career in cybersecurity GRC. i want to know if i have to go through all these phases for GRC career, hacking isnt my thing. your response will really mean a lot for me. thank you

Chuck, please make the more in detailed road map you mentioned at 13:00. Love your content and it's helped me so much over the years!

Merci pour tes ces conseils

I’m currently in school for cyber security because my job pays for it but it’s gonna take four years to finish that degree. I’m gonna follow your path and see if I can get my foot in the door sooner. This is the first time I’ve seen a clear concise directions on what certificates are worth it and at what point to go after them! I started my home lab today and came across your channel!

Guys... Im doing all of this before finding the video. I have massive imposter syndrome. This video helped me feel like im on the right path.... im even building the home lab lol

Good video bro but since you found the underlying problem why don't you create an app that can provide customised predictions tagged to your kundali. I saw Rahul Kaushik's videos and they are leaning more towards spirituality. It's a free market where people are free to make decisions. I gave specific data to chatgpt and it did the same some right but some absolutely wrong. Whether AI or Human calculations can't be 💯 I have realised that. Astrology is a self reflection tool, undoubtedly great science. How you use this science it's subjective.

this video deserves every second

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Hello NetworkChuck, this roadmap has been instrumental in helping me decide which certifications to tackle in order. Your dedication to teaching others in the tech field on your channel has helped encourage me to succeeded in earning my Security+!

Does the industry expect you to retake all these exams every few years when the certifications are updated? Or is it a once and done situation?

What?! I can't believe it.

Hey im 16 years old and i really want to get into cyber security i love your videos and you teach me a lot you have most definitely earned a follow you deserve it. Your a great teacher for those who want to get into computers thanks alot for your videos❤️

They couldn't make it $255 for the course? Lol

please what can you say about this my personal roadmap

Networking

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[Cisco Certified Network Associate]



SOC Operations

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[Cisco Certified CyberOps Associate]



Threat Analysis

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[CompTIA Cybersecurity Analyst (CySA+)]



Offensive Security (Beginner)

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[Practical Junior Penetration Tester]



Offensive Security (Intermediate)

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[Practical Network Penetration Tester]



Advanced Penetration Testing

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[Certified Penetration Testing Specialist]



Enterprise Red Teaming

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[Certified Red Team Professional]



Industry Recognition

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[Offensive Security Certified Professional]

still trying to get a entry level job in it.(uk). i do have md200 cert and 2 years of it troubleshooting experience still cant find any job some one please help

Hey I started a google it certification course should I be doing this I need a job that applies to this asap any help

Thank you for the video! I got a computer networking degree 12 years ago. The first company that hired me ended up as one of the worst jobs I ever had, and scared me away from IT. Looking back, it was poorly managed and not the job duties itself. I also had some family issues at the time and I gave that career path up. Over the years, I have often thought about giving IT a try again. But I'm doubting myself because I have been out of the game for too long. Its time to get about out there again and your videos are helping me to stay motivated, in changing my career back to IT.

I remember how I watched your video with a roadmap and dreamed about getting a job in IT. My first job was network engineer, but I did only installation work like cable routing. Didn't even know how to connect to a console port to a switch.
But after that I got a couple jobs as system administrator and currently working in the security team in a big company. My story ain't finished, still got a lot of learning, but thanks a lot to people like you that kept my dream alive. And if someone reading this and dreaming of becoming an engineer or developer just know that you're gonna make it!