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Tech Woke

Christopher Okpala

Join us as we demystify the tech landscape, offer guidance on educational pathways, and showcase inspirational stories of individuals who have successfully transitioned into tech careers. We address challenges, celebrate triumphs, and equip you with the knowledge and motivation to take your first steps or advance further in the tech world.

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41:07

Unlocking AI for Wealth: Practical Tips to Scale Your...

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2025/12/10

RMF Academy: https://www.rmfacademy.io/Please Rate the Podcast: https://ratethispodcast.com/techwokeTimestamps:00:00 "RMF Academy: Real-World Cybersecurity"04:56 AI Revolution Across Industries07:08 "AI Revolution in Search Tools"09:50 AI Simplifies Unity Camera Control12:45 AI-Driven Marketing Revolution17:59 "Leveraging Tech for Business Growth"21:16 "Automating Business for Scalability"23:57 "AI Unlocks Wealth Potential"28:23 AI Boosts Desire For Real

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42:04

From High School to Cybersecurity Analyst at 17

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2025/12/04

RMF Academy: https://www.rmfacademy.io/Please Rate the Podcast: https://ratethispodcast.com/techwokeTime stamps:00:00 Passion for Tech and Cybersecurity03:40 Cybersecurity Mentorship Sparked Interest08:45 SOC: First Line of Defense12:24 Essential Cybersecurity Tools Overview14:57 "Building Your Personal Brand"18:46 "Embracing Growth and Experience"21:54 Security Operations Center Roles22:49 Cybersecurity: Purpose and Mentorship28:10 "Building Connections and Confidence"29:10

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47:03

GRC Is Changing | What You MUST Learn to Stay...

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2025/11/19

RMF Academy: https://www.rmfacademy.io/Please Rate the Podcast: https://ratethispodcast.com/techwokeTime stamps:00:00 "Prime Time, Giving, and Growth"04:06 Security Control Assessor Role07:27 System Validation and Risk Assessment11:07 "Understanding ATO Packages"14:57 "Navigating Stakeholder-Driven Decision Making"18:08 Cloud Service Models & FedRAMP Overview19:01 FedRAMP Cloud Service Process24:52 "Izzo Navy Certification Path"26:48 Staying Relevant in Tech

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41:59

How AI Is Transforming the Federal Government

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2025/11/12

Tech Woke LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christopher-okpala-413565158/RMF Academy: https://www.rmfacademy.io/Please Rate the Podcast: https://ratethispodcast.com/techwokeTimestamps:00:00 "Mastering RMF & Cyber Skills"03:19 Berkeley Political Data Analysis Journey07:42 General AI vs Generative AI10:05 Generative AI's Impact on Government14:32 AI Testing Framework Initiated17:22 AI Red Teaming for Security20:57 AI Enhancing Human Efficiency23:10 "Seven Steps for AI

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55:54

Breaking Into GRC Engineering: Insights, Automation,...

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2025/11/05

Tech Woke LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christopher-okpala-413565158/RMF Academy: https://www.rmfacademy.io/Please Rate the Podcast: https://ratethispodcast.com/techwokeTimestamps:00:00 "Mastering Real-World RMF Skills"03:57 From Military to GRC Leadership08:40 "Rethinking GRC Through Engineering"12:03 "Start Small for Better Security"14:34 "Users, Not Stakeholders"18:05 "Career Insights on Team Dynamics"19:29 GRC Engineering's Growing Appeal24:58

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63:13

Breaking Into Cybersecurity GRC Careers, Soft Skills,...

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2025/10/23

Tech Woke LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christopher-okpala-413565158/RMF Academy: https://www.rmfacademy.io/Please Rate the Podcast: https://ratethispodcast.com/techwokeTime stamps:00:00 "Cybersecurity Basics and Networking"16:44 "Risk, Policies, Compliance Cycle"23:05 "Building SSP for Security Compliance"30:54 Mastering Communication in GRC34:18 Cybersecurity GRC and Technical Skills41:27 Cybersecurity Experience Barrier Insights45:19 Cybersecurity Response

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71:06

AI Resumes Won’t Save You: Personal Branding & Salary...

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2025/10/07

Tech Woke LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christopher-okpala-413565158/Check out the Patreon: patreon.com/TechWokeRMF Academy: https://www.rmfacademy.io/Merch:https://3c25a2-b9.myshopify.com/?_ab=0&_fd=0&_sc=1Please Rate the Podcast: https://ratethispodcast.com/techwokeGuest Information:Website: https://hireinfluenceconsulting.com/Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/hireinfluenceconsulting?igsh=MWVtZWtjZWY0cmYyOQ==Video Description:Navigating AI Resumes, Personal Branding & Salary

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60:14

Navigating AI Resumes, Personal Branding, and Salary...

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2025/09/24

Tech Woke LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christopher-okpala-413565158/Check out the Patreon: patreon.com/TechWokeRMF Academy: https://www.rmfacademy.io/Merch:https://3c25a2-b9.myshopify.com/?_ab=0&_fd=0&_sc=1Please Rate the Podcast: https://ratethispodcast.com/techwokeTimestamps:00:00 AI and Personal Branding Risks04:33 Elusive Job Opportunities Everywhere06:19 Corporate Networks and Investments Unveiled10:12 "Network Before Urgently Needing Job"15:11 AI in Recruitment

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63:21

How to get into cybersecurity with no experience 2025

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2025/09/16

Tech Woke LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christopher-okpala-413565158/ Check out the Compliance Community: https://www.skool.com/compliance-community-7740/about?ref=ec3abb3a3b014ed2a08e060ef406fb98RMF Academy: https://www.rmfacademy.io/Merch:https://3c25a2-b9.myshopify.com/?_ab=0&_fd=0&_sc=1 Please Rate the Podcast: https://ratethispodcast.com/techwokeTime Stamps:00:00 From Lost Beginner to Security Expert06:20 Comprehensive Skills in GRC13:59 Adapting Skills for Cyber Careers15:31

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46:10

Breaking Into GovTech: Certifications, Clearances,...

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2025/09/01

Tech Woke LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christopher-okpala-413565158/ Check out the Compliance Community: https://www.skool.com/compliance-community-7740/about?ref=ec3abb3a3b014ed2a08e060ef406fb98RMF Academy: https://www.rmfacademy.io/Merch:https://3c25a2-b9.myshopify.com/?_ab=0&_fd=0&_sc=1 Please Rate the Podcast: https://ratethispodcast.com/techwokeGuest Information:IG: https://www.instagram.com/symonebeez/Govtech Con: https://www.govtechcon.com/Timestamps:1:15 Intro: Who is

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27:09

How to Land an ISSO Job with Zero Experience

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2025/08/16

Tech Woke LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christopher-okpala-413565158/ Check out the Patreon: patreon.com/TechWokeRMF Academy: https://www.rmfacademy.io/Merch:https://3c25a2-b9.myshopify.com/?_ab=0&_fd=0&_sc=1 Please Rate the Podcast: https://ratethispodcast.com/techwokeDescription: Breaking into cybersecurity isn’t about luck, it’s about having a proven formula.If you want to become an Information System Security Officer (ISSO), you need to understand the Risk Management Framework

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35:58

From Theater to Tech: Khalif Cooper’s Journey to...

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2025/07/29

Tech Woke LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christopher-okpala-413565158/ Check out the Patreon: patreon.com/TechWokeRMF Academy: https://www.rmfacademy.io/Merch:https://3c25a2-b9.myshopify.com/?_ab=0&_fd=0&_sc=1 Please Rate the Podcast: https://ratethispodcast.com/techwokeTimestamps:00:00 "From Servers to Engineers"03:13 Reflecting on Khalif's Dynamic Journey08:28 Curiosity Led Me to Tech10:06 Motivation Beyond Money12:40 Learning Skills Through Incremental Steps16:56

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65:10

How to Succeed in Government Cybersecurity: RMF,...

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2025/07/22

Tech Woke LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christopher-okpala-413565158/ Check out the Patreon: patreon.com/TechWokeRMF Academy: https://www.rmfacademy.io/Merch:https://3c25a2-b9.myshopify.com/?_ab=0&_fd=0&_sc=1 Please Rate the Podcast: https://ratethispodcast.com/techwokeTime stamps:1.30 Who is Derron king?2:50 How CSMC Works in Government Contracting and Small Business4:35 Advantage of Military Experience in Cybersecurity Careers Careers10:00 Mastering RMF as a Beginner: Pro-Level

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52:40

How To Make A Career Shift: From Teacher To Tech

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2025/07/19

Tech Woke LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christopher-okpala-413565158/ Check out the Patreon: patreon.com/TechWokeMerch:https://3c25a2-b9.myshopify.com/?_ab=0&_fd=0&_sc=1 Please Rate the Podcast: https://ratethispodcast.com/techwoke Time stamps:3:14 Who is Jasmin Wooton?6:24 Pivoting Paths: Athlete → Teacher → Tech20:00 Aligning Your Resume and Interview Skills with the Tech Industry21:20 Work Experience at Meta25:10 Working at Snowflake29:40 From Tech Career to

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68:18

Transitioning From T-Mobile Store Manager to Govtech...

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2025/07/08

Tech Woke LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christopher-okpala-413565158/ Check out the Patreon: patreon.com/TechWokeMerch:https://3c25a2-b9.myshopify.com/?_ab=0&_fd=0&_sc=1 Please Rate the Podcast: https://ratethispodcast.com/techwoke Time stamps:00:00 Podcast Prayer of Gratitude08:29 Chose Health Science Path11:48 Uncertain Post-Graduation Path17:25 Love-Hate T-Mobile Experience20:52 "Turning Laughter Into Motivation"26:21 Interpreting Sales Data for Strategy33:43 Aspiring

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69:17

How to Break Into Cybersecurity Without the...

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2025/07/01

Tech Woke LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christopher-okpala-413565158/ Check out the Patreon: patreon.com/TechWokeMerch:https://3c25a2-b9.myshopify.com/?_ab=0&_fd=0&_sc=1 Please Rate the Podcast: https://ratethispodcast.com/techwoke Guest:https://www.linkedin.com/in/dontae-tyler-cyberhygiene/Timestamps:1.18 Intro: Who Is Donte?6:00 Unplugged: Donte’s Life Before Tech8.30 Transition into Technology13.45 Navigating the Difficulties of a Tech Career in This Generation17.56 Career

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87:53

How Cloud Security Governance Can Launch Your Cyber...

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2025/06/23

Tech Woke LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christopher-okpala-413565158/ Check out the Patreon: patreon.com/TechWokeMerch:https://3c25a2-b9.myshopify.com/?_ab=0&_fd=0&_sc=1 Please Rate the Podcast: https://ratethispodcast.com/techwoke Time stamps:4:00 – Mastering Cloud Compliance14:20 – What You Need to Know About GRC30:00 – Overcoming the Fear of Failure35:00 - Clearance in Govtech59:00 - Certification for Cloud Engineer 1:03:00 – Salary Insights for Cloud Engineers1:17:00 -

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55:16

How to Get in the Right Rooms in Tech (Even With No...

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2025/06/23

Tech Woke LinkedIn: / christopher-okpala-413565158 Check out the Patreon: patreon.com/TechWokeMerch:https://3c25a2-b9.myshopify.com/?_ab=... Please Rate the Podcast: https://ratethispodcast.com/techwoke RMF Academy: https://www.rmfacademy.io/Timestamps:00:00 Creative Techie: Video Editing Journey05:50 "Maintaining Connections with Professors"06:49 Networking Lessons at Hampton11:56 "Scooter Journey and Self-Growth"14:42 Work, Cats, and Naysayers17:12 Importance of

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62:13

How to Start Your CMMC Journey with No Experience

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2025/06/03

Tech Woke LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christopher-okpala-413565158/ Check out the Patreon: patreon.com/TechWokeMerch:https://3c25a2-b9.myshopify.com/?_ab=0&_fd=0&_sc=1 Please Rate the Podcast: https://ratethispodcast.com/techwoke Timestamps:00:00 "Federal Rulemaking Process Overview"09:59 DOD Compliance Self-Assessment Penalties15:45 Starting as Assessment Domain Assessor16:33 Assessment Documentation Pressure25:34 DoD Certification for Private Sector27:12

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56:25

FROM Software Engineer TO Product Manager and Here's...

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2025/05/16

Tech Woke LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christopher-okpala-413565158/ Check out the Patreon: patreon.com/TechWokeMerch:https://3c25a2-b9.myshopify.com/?_ab=0&_fd=0&_sc=1 Please Rate the Podcast: https://ratethispodcast.com/techwoke Timestamps:00:00 Exploring Software Engineering Paths03:29 Discovering Tech Over Business08:46 School Benefits vs. Self-Learning10:51 Lengthy Government Internship Process14:35 Software Engineering Interview Insights16:13 Java Backend Development

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