SAS 045 – In The Lab – Python vs. Bash with Ken Youens-Clark

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SAS 045 – In The Lab – Python vs. Bash with Ken Youens-Clark

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Thanks to Manning Publications for sponsoring this episode! Visit www.manning.com and use the discount code podsys19 for 40% off any product. Good anytime, so save it for when you need it.

Find/Follow Ken:

Ken’s Book – Tiny Python Projects:

https://www.manning.com/books/tiny-python-projects

Twitter: https://twitter.com/kycl4rk

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/kyclark

Resources:

YouTube Video: https://youtu.be/va5OJ2ney24

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https://github.com/kyclark/sysadminshow

https://github.com/kyclark/tiny_python_projects

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SAS 058 – Apple’s 47-Day Certificate Proposal with Tim Callan 45:33

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In this episode I discuss Apple’s proposal to lower SSL/TLS certificate max life from 398 days to 47 days. Tim Callan from Sectigo and the Root Causes podcast joins me. Connect with Tim Callan: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tim-callan/ Root Causes Podcast: https://www.sectigo.com/root-causes-podcast…

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SAS 057 – Security Threats and Cures with Robert Collcott 34:38

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In this episode Robert Collcott joins me again on the show. It has been 4 years and since Robert was last on the show, episode 47. We discuss common security threats and ways to protect against them. Connect with Robert : LinkedIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robert-collcott/

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SAS 056 – Home Lab Deep Dive with Jeroen Schutrup 54:16

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In this episode I talk to Jeroen Schutrup about his home lab. He has dedicated an entire room to it with a nicely populated rack. He even made network diagrams (see his blog linked below)! Connect with Jeroen LinkedIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeroenschutrup/ Blog: https://megalith.rocks/homelab/ My Contact Info: Dustin@sysadminshow.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/dustinreybrouck/ Credits: Music by Ian Mayzak…

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SAS 055 – Enhanced Windows Logging with Amanda Berlin

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In this episode I speak with Amanda Berlin, the Lead Incident Detection Engineer at Blumira, about her project Logmira. We discuss the benefits of enabling enhanced logging on Windows systems and how Logmira can streamline that process. Connect with Amanda Twitter: https://twitter.com/InfoSystir Mental Health Hackers: https://twitter.com/HackersHealth Logmira: https://github.com/Blumira/Logmira Blumira: https://twitter.com/blumirasec My Contact Info: Dustin@sysadminshow.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/dustinreybrouck/ Credits: Music by Ian Mayzak…

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SAS 054 – IT Without A Degree – Your Second IT Job 38:22

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This is the fourth of a twelve episode series called IT Without A Degree. It is the original concept that lead me to start the podcast. When I started in IT I had no degree or formal training. This isn’t the path for everyone, but it worked for me an can work for you. In this episode I explain how to move to your second IT job. Contact Info: Dustin@sysadminshow.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/dustinreybrouck/ Twitter: @sysadminshow Credits: Music by Ian Mayzak…

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SAS 053 – IT Without A Degree – Your First IT Job 48:16

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This is the third of a 12 episode series called IT Without A Degree. It is the original concept that lead me to start the podcast. When I started in IT I had no degree or formal training. This isn’t the path for everyone, but it worked for me an can work for you. In this episode I explain how to find your first IT job. Contact Info: Dustin@sysadminshow.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/dustinreybrouck/ Twitter: @sysadminshow Credits: Music by Ian Mayzak…

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SAS 052 – Following Your Passion with Michael Levan 50:34

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I had the pleasure of speaking with Michael Levan the CTO of CloudSkills.io. In this episode we talk about passion in IT and why it has been getting a bad reputation recently. Connect with Michael Website: https://cloudskills.io Podcast: https://cloudskills.fm LinkedIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaellevan My Contact Info: Dustin@sysadminshow.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/dustinreybrouck/ Credits: Music by Ian Mayzak Episode edited by Jesse Rutledge…

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SAS 051 – IT Without A Degree – Preparing For The IT Field 36:25

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This is the second of a 12 episode series called IT Without A Degree. It is the original concept that lead me to start the podcast. When I started in IT I had no degree or formal training. This isn’t the path for everyone, but it worked for me an can work for you. In this episode I cover what steps you should take as soon as you decide you want to go into IT. Contact Info: Dustin@sysadminshow.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/dustinreybrouck/ Credits: Music by Ian Mayzak…

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SAS 050 – IT Without A Degree – Is IT Right for Me? 25:17

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This is the first of a 12 episode series called IT Without A Degree. It is the original concept that lead me to start the podcast. When I started in IT I had no degree or formal training. This isn’t the path for everyone, but it worked for me an can work for you. Contact Info: Dustin@sysadminshow.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/dustinreybrouck/ Credits: Music by Ian Mayzak…

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SAS 049 – IT Career Options 31:56

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In this episode I give an overview of several of the IT career paths common in the IT field. The field is so vast and varied I was only able to scratch the surface here. IT Support Call Center Corporate Help Desk Sole Proprietor MSP Storage Admin EMC/DELL NetAPP 3PAR Nutanix Database Admin MSSQL Oracle MySQL Networking Admin Cisco/HPE/Juniper/Palo Alto, Fortinet ISP, Corporate, Consultant AWS, Azure Developer Traditional Apps Mobile Apps Web Apps DevOps SecOps Cyber Security PEN Testing Log Review/Maintenance Design/Architecture Risk Management/Business Continuity Architect/Sales Engineer Years of experience Deep product knowledge Good interpersonal skills Partially a sales role IT Management IT Manager One Segment IT Director Multiple business segments Day to day operations CIO Strategy and leadership IT Project Management Internal VAR Education Blogging YouTube Podcasting Classroom One on one Books Final Thoughts Think about the kind of work you really want to do Make a plan for how to get there Look at LinkedIN profiles for others with that job Start somewhere Credits: Music by Ian Mayzak Podcast edited by Jesse Rutledge…

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SAS 048 – AWS Security with Dylan Shields 52:28

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In this episode I talk with Dylan Shields about AWS Security best practices. The cloud is great and does make deployment and scaling easier than ever, but security best practices still remain a big responsibility of the cloud customer. Connect with Dylan: LinkedIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dylan-shields-6802b1168 AWS Security Book: https://www.manning.com/books/aws-security Use discount code PODSYS19 for %40 off any book at Manning!…

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SAS 047 – Key Skills For Entering IT with Robert Collcott 40:49

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In this episode I have a conversation with Rober Collcott, A IT Technician, First Line Engineer & Microsoft 365 Specialist. We discuss the key skills for entering the information technology field. PSA: I’m looking for someone to help me edit/produce the show. This is a volunteer position using Adobe Audition to process about 2 hours of audio per month. IT/SysAdmin knowledge required. Great way to build experience and you name/ contact info will be included in the show credits. and show notes. Connect with Robert : LinkedIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robert-collcott/ Pictures of Robert’s home lab PC he mentioned in the show!…

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SAS 046 – Hyper Converged Infrastructure with Chris Tresco 54:27

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In this episode I talk with Chris Tresco. Chris is an accomplished Architect and Engineer focusing on using nextgen technologies like SDDC, Virtualization, Cloud, Automation, and Security to solve real world, complex business-related problems. We talked about HCI, what it is and what problem it solves. Connect with Chris: LinkedIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-tresco-6815502/…

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SAS 045 – In The Lab – Python vs. Bash with Ken Youens-Clark 1:21:24

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In this episode I talk with Ken Youens-Clark about using Python for some basic scripting tasks. We directly compare writing a small program written in both Bash and Python to see the benefits of using Python. This is an “In The Lab” episode and an YouTube link to the video is listed below. Thanks to Manning Publications for sponsoring this episode! Visit www.manning.com and use the discount code podsys19 for 40% off any product. Good anytime, so save it for when you need it. Find/Follow Ken: Ken’s Book – Tiny Python Projects: https://www.manning.com/books/tiny-python-projects Twitter: https://twitter.com/kycl4rk YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/kyclark Resources: YouTube Video: https://youtu.be/va5OJ2ney24 Code Examples: https://github.com/kyclark/sysadminshow https://github.com/kyclark/tiny_python_projects…

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SAS 044 – Python for SysAdmins with Doug Farrell 1:03:26

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In this episode I talk with Doug Farrell about using Python to help automate sysadmin tasks. Doug Farrell is a senior software developer with over 20 years of experience focusing on Python and JavaScript. Thanks to Manning Publications for sponsoring this episode! Visit www.manning.com and use the discount code podsys19 for 40% off any product. Good anytime, so save it for when you need it. Find/Follow Doug: The Well=Grounded Python Developer https://www.manning.com/books/the-well-grounded-python-developer Twitter: https://twitter.com/writeson Website: https://writeson.pythonanywhere.com Resources: Python Packages: https://pypi.org…

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SAS 043 – My CISSP Test Preperation 23:46

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In this episode I discuss my experience with test prep for the CISSP exam including a 6-day boot camp I recently attended. https://www.isc2.org/-/media/ISC2/Certifications/Exam-Outlines/CISSP-Exam-Outline-121417–Final.ashx

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SAS 042 – Your IT Career Journey with Jeff Brown 1:16:25

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In this episode I talk with Jeff Brown, a system engineer and cloud administrator with 13+ years of experience in server and application administration. We discuss his transition from music to IT and how he navigated his IT career to keep himself engaged and challenged. Connect with Jeff: Blog: https://www.jeffbrown.tech LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffwaynebrown Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/jeffwbrown…

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SAS 041 – Digital Declutter with Josh Duffney 53:04

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In this episode I talk with Josh Duffeny about decluttering our digital lives. Josh is a DevOps Engineer, Pluralsight Author, Speaker, Blogger and PowerShell Advocate. This is a great way to look at what technology you are using and if it is helping or harming your productivity. We all only have so much mental capacity and when it is used up by “clutter” we can’t think as clearly or deeply. Connect with Josh: Twitter: https://twitter.com/joshduffney LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshduffney/ Blog: http://duffney.io/…

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SAS 040 – Jon Clarke – IT Career, Training & Apprenticeships 57:22

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In this episode I talk with Jon Clarke, an IT professional, instructor and online content creator with over 25 years of experience. We discuss how Jon got his start in IT as well as common career paths and recommendations. Connect with Jon: Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxf9VicLnyvZhGplp1SMWVA Twitter: https://twitter.com/it_taster…

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SAS 039 – Michael Levan – Transitioning to DevOps 1:03:23

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In the episode I talk with Michael Levan about transitioning to DevOps. Michael Levan is owner and Chief Engineer at CloudDev.Engineering as well as an Author, Blogger & Public Speaker. Having been a system administrator Micheal knows first hand what it takes to take that knowledge and apply it in a DevOps role. Connect with Michael: Twitter: @TheNJDevOpsGuy Email: michael.levan@clouddev.engineering Website: https://www.clouddev.engineering…

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SAS 038 – Joseph Bragdon – Day In The Life Of A Client Support Specialist 1:05:36

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In this episode I have a conversation with Joseph Bragdon. He is a Client Support Specialist II and he talks about his experiences in this role. Connect with Joseph: https://www.linkedin.com/in/josephbragdon/ josephbragdon@outlook.com

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SAS 037 – Adam Bertram – Side Hustles, Consulting, Writing and Training 1:07:25

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In this episode I have a conversation with Adam Bertram about side hustles, consulting, writing and training. Adam Bertram has been working in IT for 21 years . He is an entrepreneur, IT influencer, Microsoft MVP, blogger, trainer, author and content marketing writer for multiple technology companies. We talk about how he got started in IT and his journey to self employment. Connect with Adam: https://adamtheautomator.com https://twitter.com/adbertram https://linkedin.com/in/adambertram…

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SAS 036 – In The Lab – 42U Rack, 3 VMware Hosts & Server 2019 27:40

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In this in the lab episode I go over the setup process for my new home lab. I recently got a full height fully enclosed 4-post rack that prompted me to rethink my whole network setup. I recorded several videos throughout this build that are linked below. VMware User Group: VMUG YouTube Videos: Home Lab: 4-Post Network Rack Planning In the Lab: 4-Post Rack Completed In The Lab: 4-post Installing Equipment In The Lab: Using A Keystone Jack In The Lab: Basic Network Cable Testing New rack Post adjustments Give space for network cables New location Patch panels Lowering power usage $30/month to $15/month ~200 watts without G6 server 3x HP Elite 8300 Ultra-Slim Desktop 16GB 500GB SSD ESXi 6.7 Single NIC Page allocation error Disable UEFI Enable Virtualization Technology vCenter Appliance 6.7 10GB RAM Server 2019 1806 Desktop Experience and Core Windows 10 1903 Final Thoughts Use for server 2019 testing DevOps Testing, PowerShell & Ansible Building a local AD/Exchange environment to test Office 365 hybrid configuration and migration…

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SAS 035 – Ron Sivonda – Transitioning From Military To IT 44:35

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In this episode I have a conversation with Ron Sivonda about his transition from military to IT. Anyone looking to get into IT from the military or otherwise will benefit from hearing about Ron’s story and several insights from his perspective as a VP of a cyber security firm. Show Links: https://www.veterati.com/ https://vets2pm.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/posts/ron-sivonda_veterans-cybersecurity-veterati-ugcPost-6629099467645812736-WfpH…

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SAS 034 – Interview with Johnard Owens – Starting an IT Services Company 1:03:10

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In this episode I talk with the SysAdmin & Business owner Johnard Owens. We talk about how he got started in IT, what he does to stay current and his experiences in stating an IT services company. You can find more information about Johnard’s company at www.technicalevolutions.com

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SAS 033 – Arbitrary Update – New Computer, Lab Rebuild & PowerShell Automation 23:57

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This episode is an arbitrary update where I talk about whatever is on my mind. After putting if off over a year I recently built a new computer to help with video streaming & editing. I also have started fresh with my Lab environment adding my old desktop to it. I’ve spent the last few weeks working on PowerShell scripts to help automate some of my routing SysAdmin tasks. This episode was also streamed live to YouTube as I recorded it. You can watch it here.…

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SAS 032 – Interview with Travis Plunk and Tyler Leonhardt 54:53

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In this episode I talk with Travis Plunk and Tyler Leonhardt about their new book Learn PowerShell in a Month of Lunches, Linux and macOS Edition. We discuss the book writing process, installing PowerShell on Linux and macOS, using Visual Studio Code and how PowerShell can make you more productive. The Book https://www.manning.com/books/learn-powershell-in-a-month-of-lunches-linux-and-macos-edition?query=Power Find Travis or Tyler on Twitter https://twitter.com/TylerLeonhardt https://twitter.com/TravisPlunk Recommended Repositories https://github.com/powershell/powershell https://github.com/PowerShell/PowerShell-Docker https://github.com/PowerShell/PowerShell-Snap https://github.com/PowerShell/PowerShell-RFC…

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SAS 031 – In The Lab – AWS Lightsail 41:09

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In this episode I walk through the process to setup an AWS Lightsail WordPress multi-site server. This is also available as a video on my YouTube channel. https://lightsail.aws.amazon.com Affordable, configurable, fast Transfer allowance In and out count towards allowance Inbound traffic is free after allowance is met $0.09/GB after allowance 1TB = $90 5 static IP’s, 3 domain zones 20 SSL certificates per year 10 SAN’s per certificate Snapshots $0.05/GB/month 20GB = $1/month Create AWS account Create Lightsail instance WordPress Multi-site Login to console Find password Login to WordPress Configure DNS Setup primary domain https://docs.bitnami.com/aws/apps/wordpress-multisite/configuration/configure-wordpress-multisite/ Setup SSL https://docs.bitnami.com/aws/how-to/understand-bncert/ Fix “Cookies are blocked” login issues https://wordpress.org/support/topic/error-cookies-are-blocked-or-not-supported-by-your-browser-15/ Remove bitnami banner https://docs.bitnami.com/aws/how-to/bitnami-remove-banner/…

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SAS 030 – YouTube Live Stream Q&A 29:06

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In this episode I share the audio from my first YouTube live stream. It was an open question and answer session, but since no questions came up I share a bit of my story of how I got into the information technology field. If you would like to watch the video you can find it on my YouTube channel with the link below. https://youtu.be/IuOAty2CTxY…

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SAS 029 – Arbitrary Update – Lync/AudioCodes Troubleshooting, HP Server Workstation & Behind the Podcast 19:26

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This episode is an update of what I’ve been working on recently. Lync/AudioCodes Setting up a new gateway Working with a vendor We are going ultimately responsible for the support and reliability of our solutions Cloud and on premises HP ML350 G6 48GB Ram 2x Xeon E5530 1TB Samsung Evo SSD Sata III Card USB 3 Card Windows 10 Behind the Podcast Approaching 1 year consistent Approaching 10k downloads 175 Subscribers, 300+ downloads per episode Limited user feedback Video in the Lab I’m having a ton of fun Live-stream Q&A session on Thursday 9/5 at 9pm EST Email me to register dustin@sysadminshow.com…

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SAS 028 – In the Lab with pfSense and OpenVPN 33:17

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In this lab episode I run through the setup process for OpenVPN on pfSense. If you’re new to pfSense check out episode 10 . This is a great opportunity to get hands on experience with networking, VLANs and working with certificates. Education and book knowledge is important, but hand on experience is critical! You can also check on this episode on my YouTube channel.…

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SAS 027 – Interview with IT Technician Will Courson 1:01:08

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In today’s show I have the opportunity to speak with Will Courson. He is a listen who is an IT Technician in the process of transition to a SysAdmin role. Will’s story is a great example of how to get started and progress in your IT career. If you want to contact me you can send emails to Dustin@sysadminshow.com…

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SAS 026 – Resumes and Interviews 36:47

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This episode is all about the resume writing and interviewing process. You may not need this information now, but when you do following these guidelines will help you get the job you want with competitive compensation. Fitness Plug: Anyone interested in achieving some fitness goals should check out my wife’s Instagram. She is a Beachbody coach as is great at helping people get on a fitness and nutrition plan that works for them. https://www.instagram.com/hreybrouck Resume Having a quality resume will help you stand out in the pile of other equally qualified candidates A cover letter takes some extra effort, but can show that you are a serious candidate and are being proactive Research Your resume should be specific for the position you want and the hiring company Visit their website and social media accounts Look at job postings for similar roles with other companies Look at the experience people in that role have in Linked-In What should resumes look like What information should be included or avoided? Have someone proofread it Example job posting Resume example Cover Letter example Don’t mention salary Interviewing Dress as best you are able. Suit and tie preferably. Even if the dress code is relaxed for the position, looking professional for the interview is important Be ready to explain or expand on every aspect of your resume Practice answering common interview questions Have questions ready to ask them This show genuine interest and preparation 360 interview Bring a notepad and pen to take notes Never refer to notes during an interview Make eye contact but occasionally look away too It’s ok to be nervous, it’s expected and not usually held against you unless it’s extreme If so then practice with a friend Don’t bring up salary or compensation If questioned on it say that you are open to any reasonable offers You want them to give a number first You can decline to disclose current or past compensation levels Negotiation begins after you’ve been offered the job Salary Bonus PTO 401k Health Insurance Retirement Perks Research compensation for similar roles in your region Be prepared to backup what you’re asking for with market data Glass door Unless specifically outlined in the offer don’t expect large performance based increases after you “prove” yourself…

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SAS 025 – In the Lab – Intro to PowerShell 44:43

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In this lab episode I run through a recent PowerShell project. This is a very basic example will give you an idea what can be done with PowerShell. The YouTube video for this episode can be found at https://youtu.be/SXv-ZVV9ioc . As promised I have included the final scripts below. ##########################demo.ps1##################### #Define variables $webdata = “” $complete = “” #scrape website content to variable $webdata = Invoke-WebRequest “www.sysadminshow.com” while ($complete -ne “1”) { if($webdata -like “*SysAdmin Show*”) # check for specific string { write-host “Found it!” $complete = “1” Start-Process calc.exe } else { write-host “Not Ready” } Start-Sleep -Seconds 1 } ####################launch.bat##################### powershell -WindowStyle Hidden “c:\scripts\demo.ps1”…

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SAS 024 – Security+ 1:38:49

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This episode is an overview of the Security+ course I recently took. The Security+ course is intended for those with 2 year of IT experience The course is broken down into 6 modules 21 Hours of training videos on LinkedIn Learning https://www.comptia.jp/pdf/Security%2B%20SY0-501%20Exam%20Objectives.pdf Threats attacks and vulnerabilities – 21% Types of attacks/threats Pen testing Technology and tools – 22% Setting up network equipment Introduction to various types of networking technology Architecture and design – 15% Deploying secure solutions Identity and access management – 16% Introduction to various authentication and authorization methods Risk Management – 14% How to balance risk vs cost Cryptography and PKI – 12% Cyphers, encryption and certificates Exam SYO-501 90 Questions or less Multiple Choice Performance Based https://simulation.comptia.org/ 90 Minutes Passing Score of 750 out of 900 Even if you don’t intend to get the certification the information in this course is a valuable asset to anyone working in IT.…

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SAS 023 – Motivation 41:02

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Today’s episode is all about getting motivated. If you feel like your stuck spinning your wheels in your IT career this episode will help you get moving! We are motivated for many different reasons Basic needs Food Water Shelter Peer pressure They want Guilt/Fear/Obligation I should Reward I can Internal desire – the most rare I want Why does motivation matter? You will be most satisfied with a career founded on an internal desire Recognition, guild and money will only bring you so much satisfaction You will likely spend 30-40 years working, so you might as well enjoy it You will earn more if you enjoy do How to get motivated Motivation follows action Try something, even if you don’t want to Think about what you have liked in the past Make a plan Take steps toward your goal, anything to get you closer to it Focus on one primary goal for a specific period of time Create affirmation statements I am valuable Identify and remove self limiting beliefs I don’t deserve to make over X Work shouldn’t be fun Final Thoughts Feeling that your work matters and that you are making a difference is considered the number one reason for job satisfaction…

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SAS 022 – Arbitrary Update – Sci-fi, Security+, DevOps, Fitness, Life 27:28

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This is a new type of episode I’m trying out. In there “Arbitrary Update” episodes I will be sharing anything and everything that is on my mind. Some of it may be SysAdmin and Technology focused, but not all of it. I do expect most of it will resonate with many of you. I’m interested to hear your thoughts on this new format that will be mixed in with my topical and lab episodes. You can send your questions or comments to Dustin@sysadminshow.com . In today’s show I discuss: Avengers Endgame Influx – Daniel Suarez Security+ DevOps Fitness Journey Life is hard, give yourself a break…

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SAS 021 – Ticketing Systems 36:14

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In today’s show I discuss what ticketing systems are and some of their primary features. Overview Ticketing systems allow us to collect, assign and report on specific tasks I consider a basic ticketing system a necessity for any IT team Centralized Request Management What happens if someone is out sick or on vacation? How do you check the status of an open request that you aren’t working on? All requests should be centralized Support Contact Methods Email Call Website Chat Walk-ups Team Workflow Who reviews new requests (triage) Do you have specific people for specific applications, or support tiers based on complexity? Do you need to work with other departments or vendors at times? Automation Auto-Response for new requests to confirm receipt and set expectations Notifications Emails/Text messages sent to requester & agents as needed Escalation New request actions Request due date actions Reporting & Metrics Agent activity report Most troublesome systems Total support requests per week/month/year This can show the need for more staff Use Cases Internal IT team Customer Support Team Facilities Management Team Procurement/Purchasing Team Final Thoughts Any system you can put in that reduces the opportunity for mistakes is recommended As with any technology or software it will only work as well as your processes. It won’t replace the need for a well understood workflow. Can be on-premises or cloud based Free options are available including Spiceworks Next week – Asset Management…

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SAS 020 – In the Lab with Server 2019 Core 1:16:20

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In this episode I walk through the process of installing Server 2019 Core. Hands on experience is critical for anyone looking to start or enhance their IT career. I am using my Windows 10 Pro computer with Hyper-V for this lab, so give this a try at home and let me know how it goes. I plan to continue building out this Hyper-V lab in future episodes. As requested a YouTube screen capture of this episode is also available. https://youtu.be/_ZYv6BHqvgE…

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SAS 019 – Conversation with Paul Joyner 1:36:58

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In this episode I join Paul Joyner on his podcast Sysadmin Today. We cover a wide range of topics including SPAM Filters, Exchange, Office 365, Meraki, SD-WAN & ISP Migrations.

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SAS 018 – Patch Management 36:43

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In today’s episode I talk about patching various types of systems and my recommendations for each. Workstations BIOS/Firmware Update at deployment then as needed Drivers Update at deployment then as needed OS Update monthly Delay one month from release date unless critical Applications Enable auto-update if available Update monthly if reasonable, otherwise as needed Level of effort Cost Servers BIOS/Firmware Update at deployment then as needed Drivers Update at deployment then as needed OS Update monthly Delay one month from release date unless critical Applications Deploy stable version and update annually or as needed Networking Firmware Deploy stable version and update annually or as needed Printers Firmware Deploy stable version and update annually or as needed Drivers Deploy stable version and update as needed Mobile Smartphones Update major version as stable Enable auto-update for minor version if historically stable Apps should auto-update, delayed if necessary for testing Tablets Update major version as stable Enable auto-update for minor version if historically stable Apps should auto-update, delayed if necessary for testing Misc IOT Try to deploy only if reputable manufacturer Enable auto-updates Intrusion Prevention Deploy stable version and update annually or as needed Access Control Deploy stable version and update annually or as needed Fire Alarm Deploy stable version and update annually or as needed Final Thoughts Keeping systems updated is typically around 25% of your time as a SysAdmin Depending on the system much of this work will need to be completed after hours Choosing how often a system is updated is an important balance between required up time, stability and security…

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SAS 017 – Interview with IT Client Support Specialist Jack McCarthy 21:33

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This episode is an an interview with Jack McCarthy. He has been working in IT for 6 months and it currently an IT Client Support Specialist. Some takeaways from my conversation with Jack are: Don’t be afraid to try different things Get a job that is close to what you want, even if not the exact field Be read for opportunities, they often come unexpectedly Once you find what you like, make a 5 year plan/goal GCIH Certification: https://www.giac.org/certification/certified-incident-handler-gcih…

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SAS 016 – I Know How It Feels 18:53

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I today’s episode I explain how it feels to learn a new technology and my process for getting past uncertainty.

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SAS 015 – Why I Love Being A System Administrator 45:49

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In this episode I talk about why System Administrator is my favorite IT role. Today’s Show This following is highly influenced by my own opinions and experiences The System Administrator role is my favorite in the IT field Education & Experience requirements 4+ years with 4 year degree 8+ years without degree Responsibilities Wide range of technology Highly transferable skills High impact on business goals Compensation – https://www.glassdoor.com Privately owned company with < 1000 users IT department isn’t too large Company more likely to care More able to move the needle Company culture/IT culture is important Limited on call work Reasonable approach to maintenance, projects and budgeting Employee success encouraged Training available Mentoring available Why I can provide for my family of 6 I get to do work that I enjoy and is challenging and rewarding I am proud of my job and the company I work for I can focus on my family when I’m not at work Final Thoughts Don’t focus only on technical skills. Take time to grow your people skills, public speaking and project management abilities. You may need to switch employers a few times to get the necessary experience, or to land your desired role No one should be holding you back, but don’t rush it. Be realistic about your experience level. You are in control of your own career. Yes you can just coast and it won’t really effect you much up front, but what do you want to be doing in 5 years, or 10 years. If you are not working towards that now it will most likely never occur. Prepare now, so that you will be ready when the opportunity arrives. You can email me with any feedback dustin@sysadminshow.com…

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SAS 014 – Disaster Recovery 42:32

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