Cyber Security and IT career tips, success stories, and insights from YouTuber Josh Madakor.
Uncategorized I asked GPT-4o, GPT-5.1, and GPT-5.2 to rank all 9 WGU IT master's programs 100 times each, 300 responses total. The result: a data-backed ranking for 2026. Cybersecurity MS ranked #1, Software Engineering #2, and CS (AI/ML) #3. Here's what the data shows and why it matters for your career.
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Uncategorized Table of Contents If you're stuck at $50K–$100K and wondering, "How the hell do people make seven figures?" this is for you. I'm Josh Madakor. In 2025, I made…
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Uncategorized Table of Contents Let’s be real: most people think that to get into cyber security, you need to be a "super elite hacker" running 10 different virtual machines…
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Uncategorized Table of Contents The Hardest Job in Cybersecurity Hey there! I'm Josh Madakor. I've been working in cybersecurity for over 15 years—from Microsoft to…
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Uncategorized Table of Contents Struggling to Choose Your Cybersecurity Career Path? There are so many career paths in cybersecurity that it's easy to get overwhelmed. Trust…
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Uncategorized Josh Madakor, who runs a cybersecurity education channel on YouTube, shares his ultimate strategic roadmap from zero to $500K based on real-life experience.
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Career Age is no barrier to switching to IT! Overcome ageism, craft a strong resume, and ace cybersecurity interviews with expert career tips.
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Uncategorized Discover how relocating can jumpstart your cybersecurity career with more opportunities, less competition, and a chance to show dedication.
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Career Discover why cyber security is a future-proof career. Learn key principles, job opportunities, and expert tips to begin your journey today!
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Career Discover how IT contract work boosts your tech career. Easier entry, growth opportunities, and expert tips from Josh Madakor await you!
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Cybersecurity Learn how to achieve remote work abroad. An IT pro shares real experiences in Thailand and Japan, offering steps and tips to make it happen.
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Career Change Degrees vs Certifications: Learn how degrees and certifications impact your career path. Find out which fits your goals better!
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Career Change Stories Follow Eric's path to a successful cybersecurity career change, landing an $80k remote analyst role. Get practical steps to start your cybersecurity journey
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Career Explore your tech career path and learn how much math you really need for roles like cybersecurity, cloud, and software.
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Career Start a cybersecurity career! Discover educational paths, certifications, and tips to build skills and secure your first job.
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Career Change Help Desk Analyst: Explore Ray's journey to IT success and get practical tips for starting your own career in the IT field!
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Uncategorized Hello, young tech enthusiasts! Today, we are diving into a fascinating comparison between two popular certifications in the world of cybersecurity: CompTIA…
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Uncategorized Hey there! Today, we're going to talk about a problem a lot of people face when trying to get into the cyber security field. Sometimes, even if you have great…
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Uncategorized Hey there, young explorers of the digital world! Today, we're diving into an exciting journey about cyber security. Have you ever wondered how the internet…
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Uncategorized Hey there, young readers! Today, we're diving into a truly inspiring journey - a story about Zack, who transformed his career from a Help Desk role to becoming…
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Uncategorized Hello future tech experts! Today, we are going to share a super exciting journey of how Oscar, a personal trainer with no IT experience, became a junior…
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Uncategorized Ever wonder how it’s possible to switch careers and land a dream job? Let’s explore Kirk’s exciting journey from working at Chipotle to securing his first IT…
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Uncategorized Hey there! Today, we're going to dive into the world of IT (Information Technology) certifications. You might have heard about certifications like A+…
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Uncategorized Hi everyone! Have you ever wondered if getting a master's degree in cyber security is a good idea, especially if you already have a bachelor's degree in IT?…
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Uncategorized Are you thinking about changing your career to IT or cyber security but worried about losing your current high salary? If yes, this guide is crafted just for…
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Uncategorized From call center to IT architect: Taylor's complete career change guide with portfolio building tips. Transform your IT career now!
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Uncategorized Hey there! Are you getting ready for your CompTIA CySA+ exam? I've got great news for you! My team and I have created over a thousand practice questions to…
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Uncategorized Hey there! Today, we're sharing an inspiring story about Derek, who landed a cool cybersecurity job, even though he didn't start with a technical background…
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Uncategorized Are you curious about the future of jobs, especially in IT and cybersecurity? With technology evolving every day, it can be pretty confusing. But don't worry!…
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Uncategorized My Journey Through IT and Cybersecurity Jobs Hi everyone! Today, I'm sharing my experiences with various jobs I've had in IT and cybersecurity. I'll discuss…
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Uncategorized Unlock $120K+ IT and cyber security careers with US security clearance. Get step-by-step strategies and essential certifications to start now.
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Uncategorized Hi everyone! Today, we’re diving into something super cool - a Cyber Security Internship Program. Have you ever wondered how these programs work or what you…
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Uncategorized Hello everyone! Today, I want to share an inspiring journey of Edgar, a former Scrum Master who made a big leap into the world of Cybersecurity, landing a job…
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Uncategorized Hello, friends! Today, we're diving into a very exciting topic: preparing for the ITIL V4 exam. Whether you're a student dreaming of a career in IT or just…
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Uncategorized Welcome, budding young tech enthusiasts! Have you always dreamt of working for the biggest technology companies globally, fondly known as FAANG? The acronym…
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Uncategorized If you're interested in launching a career in Information Technology (IT) but don't have extra cash to spare, you're in the right place! Today, we will go…
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Uncategorized Welcome back, everyone! Today, we had a fun and insightful chat with Jordan, a gentleman who recently landed a remote SOC (Security Operation Center) Analyst…
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Uncategorized Hey young learners! Ever wonder if you could finish your school super fast and jump right into your dream job? Well, today, I'm here to share some amazing…
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Uncategorized Welcome, everyone! Today, we're going to dive into how you can earn an accredited online cybersecurity degree from Western Governors University (WGU), which is…
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Uncategorized Hello there! Today, we have an exciting story about John Winnick, who transformed his career from desktop support to becoming an infrastructure project…
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Uncategorized Hey young readers! Have you ever wondered how some people find really cool jobs easily? Today, we're going to explore some smart moves you can make to find…
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Uncategorized Are you curious about starting a career in cyber security? Fear not, because you're at the perfect place to begin your journey! My name is Josh Mador, and I've…
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Uncategorized Hi young learners! Have you ever thought about a cool career working with computers and technology? Well, I'm here to share some awesome tips on how to get…
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Uncategorized Are you dreaming of starting your career in the IT world but finding it tricky to land that initial job? Well, today's post is going to be a treasure trove of…
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Uncategorized Hey there! Are you on the hunt for a job in cybersecurity but finding it tricky to spot the right one? Sometimes, typing "cybersecurity" or "SOC analyst" into…
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Uncategorized Hey there, young friends! Today, I'm going to share a super cool way of learning that can help you with any subject, even the tricky ones. Imagine being able…
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Uncategorized Hello young tech enthusiasts! Today, we're diving into an exciting adventure at crafting the perfect resume for entry-level IT jobs. Whether you're dreaming…
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Uncategorized Hey there! Are you curious about whether you can dive into cyber security without having an IT background? Well, you've come to the right place! Today, we're…
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Uncategorized Has the idea of moving to Thailand ever crossed your mind? Well, if you're earning $50K a year remotely, packing your bags might just be one of the best…
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Uncategorized If you're interested in cybersecurity, you're going to love this detailed look at a fantastic online program that can get you amazing qualifications. The…
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Uncategorized Are you ready to obtain your CompTIA Security Plus certificate with ease? Great! Today, we're going to show you how to prepare for the Security Plus exam…
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Uncategorized Have you ever wondered which degree would best help you join a red team? If yes, you're not alone. I have analyzed this question thoroughly and am eager to…
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Uncategorized Hello guys! Today, we're going to talk about something really cool and futuristic. We're going to see how we can use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to better…
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Uncategorized Have you ever wondered what it takes to be highly employable? Perhaps you've just recently jumped into the adult world of job hunting and you're feeling a…
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Uncategorized Getting an interview for a job you applied for online can be quite challenging. Not only are there many applicants competing for the same job, but there can…
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Career Picture this, building a career in cyber security and earning relevant industry-recognized certifications, all at an affordable rate. Sounds too good to be…
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Uncategorized Hi there, budding cybersecurity enthusiasts! Wondering which certification can unlock the door to your dream job in cybersecurity? Well, we are going to create…
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Uncategorized Imagine you had no prior experience in the tech industry, yet someone challenged you to find a job in cyber security within six months. Additionally, your only…
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Uncategorized Welcome to a blog post all about launching your IT or Cyber Security career in record time! We're going to uncover a clever solution that could help you land…
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Uncategorized Have you ever wondered what it takes to excel in the CompTIA Network+ exam ? In this blog post, we're going to discuss the creation of over 800 unique…
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Uncategorized Hey there, future cybersecurity experts! Today, we're diving headfirst into an interesting conversation that sparked quite a debate a few weeks ago. We…
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