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The I.T. Career Podcast

The I.T. Career Podcast

The Bearded I.T. Dad - Dakota Snow 126 Episodes Jul 1, 2026

The I.T. Career Podcast, hosted by The Bearded I.T. Dad - Dakota Snow, offers guidance for individuals at all stages of their IT career. The show provides advice on fast-tracking career growth, from help desk to director level, and features expert conversations with industry leaders. It aims to empower listeners with strategies and insights to succeed in the dynamic IT industry.

Episodes

Brutally Honest Advice for New Network Engineers Jul 1, 2026 00:21:32 Get SOC 2 ready fast without the manual paperwork: https://rippling.com/soc2Thinking about breaking into network engineering, or wondering what it actually takes to succeed in IT today?I sat down live at Cisco Live with Daniel Dib, one of the few dual CCIE/CCDE experts in the world, to get his brutally honest advice for new network engineers. We bypassed the usual corporate fluff to talk about the
How to Stand Out in a Broken IT Job Market Jun 29, 2026 01:04:09 Unlock your dream job in IT with our proven community:https://itcareerjob.com/Join the Bearded IT Dad for a candid IT career advice panel. Gain perspective on how the tech landscape is shifting for professionals today.This panel discussion brings together industry experts to break down the evolving state of the IT industry. Whether you are just starting your journey or looking to navigate the curr
The END of the Manual Network Engineer! Jun 26, 2026 00:24:10 Unlock your dream job in IT with our proven community:https://itcareerjob.com/Traditional network engineering is shifting fast, and typing manual configurations into a CLI will no longer secure your career. In this episode live from Cisco Live 2026, Girard Kavelines returns to break down the specific technical shifts that allow modern architects to write their own checks. We break down the real-wo
The AI Mindset Shift Every Network Engineer Needs Jun 24, 2026 00:19:08 Learn how Itential is bringing AI into network automation the right way — with governance, visibility, and control. https://bit.ly/itential-overviewAre you worried that AI and automation are going to replace network engineers? It’s time to flip the script. In this incredibly uplifting episode, network automation legend John Capobianco joins the show to explain why the rise of AI is actually the be
An InfoSec Director Explains Why the IT Job Market Is Broken Jun 22, 2026 01:00:13 Meter: Visit https://meter.com/itcareer to book a demoRob discusses his extensive experience in cyber security architecture and defense, particularly with The Walt Disney Company. He highlights his work securing major assets like Disney parks and Star Wars Galaxy Edge. This deep dive into information security and incident response cyber security offers valuable insights into protecting large-scale
The Network Engineer Shortage That's About to Hit Jun 19, 2026 00:14:20 Unlock your dream job in IT with our proven community:https://itcareeraccelerator.com/The data shows this isn't just a future prediction—it is actively happening. The latest research from Enterprise Management Associates reveals that 52% of companies are struggling to hire and retain network engineers right now, a massive jump from just 26% a few years ago.Two massive shifts are colliding to cause
What It Actually Takes to Become a Network Engineer Today May 25, 2026 00:49:39 Meter: Visit https://meter.com/itcareer to book a demoWhat does it actually take to become a network engineer today? In this episode, 15-year veteran infrastructure engineer Kevin Nanns (@adjacentnode) strips away the corporate fluff to give you the honest roadmap for building a successful tech career.If you’re feeling completely stuck grinding away at a tier-1 help desk resetting passwords, or yo
Certs Are Dying. Skills Are Taking Over. Are You Ready? Apr 1, 2026 01:10:17 Want to break into Cyber? You have to beat the IT gatekeepers first. 🛑Grab my FREE "No-Experience" IT Resume Template here: 👉 Everyone wants to work in "cyber security", but few discuss what truly leads to "career growth" and success. This video shares unconventional paths to achieving "career success", focusing on practical steps rather than typical resume
The AI Shift That’s About to Hit Networking Mar 30, 2026 00:52:19 Learn how Itential is bringing AI into network automation the right way — with governance, visibility, and control. https://bit.ly/itential-overviewRight now, the field of networking is being reshaped by artificial intelligence and network automation. This video discusses how these changes are making some network engineering roles more valuable, while others become irrelevant. We offer career advi
Day in the Life of a Hardware Hacker Mar 24, 2026 01:07:20 Meter: Visit https://meter.com/itcareer to book a demoMany devices, from smart home gadgets to company IoT devices, are vulnerable to attacks because they weren't designed with security in mind. This video with hardware hacker Matt Brown explores the critical need for robust cybersecurity and ethical hacking practices. We discuss how these devices are susceptible and the importance of network secu
Hack Your Way Into Cybersecurity (Ethically) Mar 20, 2026 00:59:42 Meter: Visit https://meter.com/itcareer to book a demoCybersecurity feels gatekept for a lot of beginners. If you have been studying for months, stacking certifications, and still not getting interviews, this episode is your wake-up call. Dakota (The Bearded I.T. Dad) sits down with Josh Mason, founder of Noob Village at DEF CON, to break down what actually gets you hired in cybersecurity. Spoiler
Collecting Tech Certs But No Interviews? Here's Why Mar 16, 2026 00:58:41 Learn how Itential is bringing AI into network automation the right way — with governance, visibility, and control.https://bit.ly/itential-overviewIf you're collecting certifications but not landing interviews, you might be caught in the "Cert Trap."In this episode, we break down why certifications are valuable for career progression — but don’t always prove you can actually do the j

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