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  • How do you create waves of change in an industry? Connie Matthews, Founder and CEO of ReynCon, speaks with Ron about the power of resilience, mentorship, and taking that first bold step in cybersecurity.In this powerful episode, Connie shares her path as a pioneering woman in cybersecurity. Discussing diversity, mentorship, and her nonprofit EmpoW-ER, Connie’s shared lessons and insights on resilience and community give listeners a blueprint for making a meaningful impact in their careers.

    Impactful Moments:

    00:00 – Introduction04:27 – Mentorship impact: Building future leaders10:14 – Embracing diversity and servant leadership18:03 – Founding EmpoW-ER: Supporting women in cyber24:13 – Navigating stereotypes and staying resilient30:00 – Recognizing and celebrating young talent36:45 – Building an inclusive cybersecurity community

    Links:

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    Learn more about EmpoW-ER: https://www.empower-infosec.org/

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  • Is cybersecurity gatekeeping holding back the industry? Naomi Buckwalter, Senior Director of Product Security at Contrast Security and Founder of the Cybersecurity Gatebreakers Foundation, argues that fresh talent and open doors are crucial for industry growth.

    In this episode, Naomi challenges why industry hiring norms fall short, shares candid stories of her own missteps, and explains why humility and learning are just as important as technical skills in cybersecurity.

    Impactful Moments:

    00:00 – Introduction

    03:15 – Building a genuine presence on LinkedIn

    07:40 – Founding the Cybersecurity Gatebreakers Foundation

    12:00 – Why hiring juniors is a win for cybersecurity

    17:58 – Relationship building in cybersecurity

    25:27 – Lessons from layoffs and overcoming failure

    35:45 – Setting goals and attracting opportunities

    Links:

    Connect with our guest, Naomi Buckwalter: https://www.linkedin.com/in/naomi-buckwalter/

    Learn more about the Cybersecurity Gatebreakers Foundation: https://www.cybersecuritygatebreakers.org/

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  • In a world filled with AI-generated deceptions, how do we discern what’s real? Ron sits down with Perry Carpenter, author of FAIK: A Practical Guide to Living in a World of Deepfakes, Disinformation, and AI-Generated Deceptions, to discuss the risks and the potential of synthetic media and human risk management.

    Whether you’re worried about deepfakes or curious about AI’s role in creativity, this episode has something for everyone.

    Impactful Moments:00:00 – Intro00:49 – Synthetic voices surprise in mastermind01:42 – Perry’s new book FAIK: A Practical Guide to Living in a World of Deepfakes, Disinformation, and AI-Generated Deceptions03:42 – Psychology's role in cybersecurity06:07 – Human risk management explained09:14 – Deepfakes in fraud and scams15:13 – Demo of deepfake voices20:22 – Using cakes to explain large language models 27:00 – AI helps overcome creative blocks32:00 – Managing AI hallucinations and risks

    Connect with our guest, Perry Carpenter: https://www.linkedin.com/in/perrycarpenter

    Purchase a copy of Perry’s book FAIK here: https://www.amazon.com/FAIK-Practical-Disinformation-AI-Generated-Deceptions/dp/1394299885

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  • How does one become a true security leader? According to Nathan Case, it’s not about titles—it’s about impact.

    In this episode, Nathan Case, VP of Cloud Security at Clarity, shares his journey through security leadership, including stories from his time at AWS and his approach to building mission-driven teams. Nathan discusses balancing family with leadership, the future of AI in cybersecurity, and what it takes to become a real leader in the security space. He also reflects on the importance of being chosen as a leader, rather than striving for the title.

    Impactful Moments:

    00:00 – Introduction

    02:31 – Journey from AWS to Clarity

    04:00 – Cyber Dominance

    05:55 – Leading Through M&A

    07:00 – Redefining the CISO Role

    11:00 – Shared Security Responsibility

    15:15 – Balancing Mission and Family

    20:00 – AI in Security

    28:30 – Leadership in Incident Response

    32:00 – Woodworking and Perfectionism

    35:00 – Leaders Are Chosen

    Links:

    Connect with our guest, Nathan Case: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nathancase/

    Check out Nathan and Ross Haleliuk's blog on Security Incident Response here: https://ventureinsecurity.net/p/a-different-take-on-security-incident

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  • How can AI shape the future of cybersecurity defense? In this episode, we dive into SOC operations, AI integration, and the latest in threat detection with John Hubbard, Cyber Defense Curriculum Lead at SANS.

    John discusses the expansive landscape of cybersecurity defense, while sharing insights on AI's role in threat detection and the cutting-edge tools that are pushing the boundaries of cybersecurity. From automation to detecting anomalies in network traffic, this episode will bring you up to speed on the latest trends and challenges facing cyber defense teams.

    Impactful Moments:

    00:00 – Introduction01:00 – Meet John Hubbard: Cyber Defense Curriculum Lead at SANS02:30 – Overview of the SANS Cyber Defense Curriculum03:30 – The Role of AI in Cybersecurity05:30 – How AI is Shaping Threat Detection in SOCs09:00 – Automation and AI: Practical Use Cases15:00 – AI in Network Traffic Analysis19:00 – The Future of SOC Operations with AI

    Links:

    Connect with our guest, John Hubbard: https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnlhubbard/

    Check out the SANS Cybersecurity Courses & Certifications: https://www.sans.org/cyber-security-courses/

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  • Have you ever lost something important, only to find out someone moved it without telling you? The same thing happens with our personal and business data. But what if you could see what the adversary sees?

    In this episode, Jason Haddix, Field CISO at Flare, shares his experiences in red teaming, accessing dark web credentials, and protecting against malicious actors. Whether you're curious about data exposure or how threat actors operate, this conversation offers insights into the constant changes in cybersecurity.

    Impactful Moments:

    00:00 - Introduction

    01:11 - The Basics of the Dark Web and How Criminals Operate

    07:16 - Flare's Role in Cybersecurity

    11:14 - Common Security Mistakes

    20:04 - Pen Testing with Flare

    21:33 - Exploiting Exposed Credentials

    22:19 - Reconnaissance Tools and Techniques

    24:38 - Email Security Concerns

    28:43 - The Power of Stealer Logs

    38:21 - Dark Web Tactics and AI

    39:33 - Advice for Cybersecurity Leaders

    42:04 - Exploring Flare’s Platform for Threat Intelligence

    44:26 - Conclusion and Final Thoughts

    Links:

    Connect with our guest, Jason Haddix: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jhaddix/

    Check out Flare here: https://try.flare.io/hacker-valley-media/

    Check out Arcanum here: https://www.arcanum-sec.com/

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  • In this episode, Ron Eddings and Jen Langdon speak with Senthil Ramakrishnan, Assistant Vice President of Cybersecurity Product at AT&T Business.

    Senthil shares information about how a new product, AT&T Dynamic Defense™, helps protect customers by providing threat detection and mitigation at the network edge. They’ll discuss how it can address evolving cybersecurity threats, including real-world examples like the Log4j vulnerability, and how its simplicity allows for a zero-touch experience.

    Impactful Moments:

    00:00 - Welcome

    01:01 - Introducing guest, Senthil Ramakrishnan

    04:01 - Security at the Network Edge

    05:57 - Fitting in With Businesses

    08:00 - “Can You Just Block It For Us?”

    10:05 - Stopping Log4j

    11:18 - Default Enabled Policy

    15:57 - How Involved is the Customer?

    16:40 - Simplifying Security for Customers

    Links:

    Connect with our guest Senthil Ramakrishnan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/senthil-ramakrishnan-66406b30/

    Check out AT&T Dynamic Defense™:

    https://www.business.att.com/products/att-dynamic-defense.html

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  • Technical skills open doors, but are soft skills sealing the deal? In this episode, Evgeniy Kharam reveals how communication and connection lead to success in technical sales.

    From vulnerability to voice control, Evgeniy shares how to connect with clients and sell more effectively in tech.

    Evgeniy Kharam has authored “Architecting Success: The Art of Soft Skills and Technical Sales”, to teach the art of soft skills, and the importance of building connections through vulnerability.

    Impactful Moments:

    00:00 - Introduction

    01:08 - Meet Evgeniy Kharam

    02:21 - Ski & Snowboard Cybersecurity Conference

    06:22 - Impact of Events and Community Building

    10:19 - ‘Architecting Success’

    10:36 - Sales Engineers’ Evolving Role

    25:58 - POCs and Soft Skills

    28:01 - Your Voice: A Key Soft Skill

    31:28 - Connect with Evgeniy

    Links:

    Connect with our guest, Evgeniy Kharam: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ekharam/

    Check out Evgeniy’s Book, “Architecting Success: The Art of Soft Skills in Technical Sales: Connect to Sell More“ here: https://a.co/d/0xJSyew

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  • Ever wondered how the best defenders become unstoppable? They think like the attackers. In this episode with Jason Haddix, we reveal the strategies hackers don’t want you to know about and show you how to use them to your advantage.

    Jason, CEO of Arcanum Information Security and Field CISO at Flare, helps us step into the mind of a hacker. With stories and insights that will change how you think about cybersecurity, he talks about the tactics that can turn any security program into a fortress. From exploiting the overlooked to using AI for unbeatable defense, this conversation will revolutionize your approach to cybersecurity.

    00:00 Introduction

    01:29 Jason Haddix, CEO at Arcanum and Field CISO for Flare

    04:48 Origins of Arcanum

    07:04 Recon in Cybersecurity

    12:22 Recon Discoveries

    27:41 Flare's Role in Credential Management

    33:47 Tooling for Small Businesses

    35:47 Using AI for Cybersecurity

    41:23 Flare Platform Deep Dive

    43:20 Conclusion

    Links:

    Connect with our guest, Jason Haddix: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jhaddix/

    Check out Flare here: https://try.flare.io/hacker-valley-media/

    Check out Arcanum here: https://www.arcanum-sec.com/

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  • Joe South is a testament to resilience, unconventional decisions, and finding success in unexpected places. If you’ve ever felt stuck in a rut or on the verge of giving up, Joe’s experience might be the jolt you need to keep pushing forward.

    Joe, Principal Security Engineer and host of the “Security Unfiltered” podcast, shares his journey into cybersecurity and battling depression after being rejected more than 300 times when applying for security roles. Joe shares advice on breaking into cybersecurity, dealing with rejection, the importance of mentorship, and staying persistent.

    00:00 Introduction

    01:00 Joe South, Principal Security Engineer and Host of the Security Unfiltered podcast

    02:34 Early Career Struggles and Breakthrough

    03:59 The Turning Point: From Help Desk to Cybersecurity

    06:44 Rejection and Finding Success

    11:17 Advice for Aspiring Cybersecurity Professionals

    16:19 The Importance of Continuous Learning in Cybersecurity

    18:10 Join the Hacker Valley Creative Mastermind!

    19:10 Securing AI Models: Challenges and Strategies

    20:10 The Importance of Communication in Security

    21:22 Experience and Career Advancement

    21:52 Rethinking Success: The Value of Being Number Two

    23:57 Pressure and Rewards of Being a CISO

    26:16 The Benefits of Podcasting and Content Creation

    32:28 Balancing Personal and Public Information

    35:27 Overcoming Adversity and Putting Yourself Out There

    38:01 Final Thoughts and Advice for Aspiring Content Creators

    Links:

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  • At Black Hat 2024, we sat down with Kayla Williams, Chief Information Security Officer at Devo, to discuss her career journey, the role of AI in cybersecurity, and the pervasive issue of burnout among SOC analysts. Through her research with Wakefield Research, Kayla and her team discovered that 83% of IT professionals are burnt out due to stress, lack of sleep, and anxiety. IT and Security burnout leads to breaches.

    For the past 4 years, Devo has been hosting SOC Analyst Appreciation Day, a virtual event where they shower SOC analysts with the love, appreciation and recognition that they deserve.

    Impactful Moments:

    00:00 - Introduction

    01:25 - Kayla Williams, Chief Information Security Officer at Devo

    01:38 - How Kayla Became a CISO

    03:06 - Challenges and Rewards

    04:23 - Burnout in Cybersecurity

    04:31 - 83% of IT professionals are Burnt Out

    09:38 - How AI Fits into the SOC

    09:59 - Key Use Cases for AI in Cybersecurity

    15:07 - Insider Threat and Employees Stealing Company Data

    18:14 - Non-Traditional Paths into Cybersecurity

    21:00 - Future of Cybersecurity and AI

    22:31 - Advice for Aspiring CISOs

    Links:

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    Check out Devo: https://www.devo.com/

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  • In this episode, Ron sits down at Black Hat with guest Seemant Sehgal, Founder & CEO of BreachLock, to learn more about how offensive security, such as red teaming and pen testing, fits into the cyber ecosystem. Seemant highlights how his background as a practitioner has helped him better understand the pain points that customers feel and assist them in making the most of their budget.

    Impactful Moments:

    00:00 - Welcome

    00:50 - Introducing Guest, Seemant Sehgal

    02:47 - Penetration Testing vs Red Teaming

    05:22 - What A Hacker Wants

    06:17 - From our Sponsor, BreachLock

    07:35 - There’s Always A ‘Low Hanging Fruit’

    08:49 - Trusted Partners

    10:49 - Closing Doors On Hackers

    13:08 - Advice to Entrepreneurs: Knowing Your ‘Why’

    Links:

    Connect with our guest, Seemant Sehgal: https://www.linkedin.com/in/s-sehgal/

    Check out BreachLock: https://www.breachlock.com/

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  • In this episode, Ron and Jen welcome you to Vegas and discuss a little background on Black Hat and DEF CON and how to make the most of your time professionally.

    Impactful Moments:

    00:00 - Welcome

    00:56 - Hello From Vegas!

    01:41 - Conference Anxiety

    03:43 - Origins of Black Hat

    06:17 - Which Conference?

    08:18 - Conference Strategy

    11:47+ - You Can Only Pick One…

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  • In this episode, Hosts Ron Eddings and Jen Langdon discuss questions about AI in Cyber. From the current state to where AI could be going, to resources to help you engage and up-level, there’s a little bit of everything for everyone in this episode.

    Impactful Moments:

    00:00 - Welcome

    00:46 - Introduction

    02:29 - Engineering AI

    06:54 - Was it Made By AI?

    09:07 - Join Our Mastermind

    10:15 - AI in the Future

    13:26 - AI in 2044

    17:56 - AI & Resources

    19:40 - AI Resources!

    20:55 - One Step Better…

    Links:

    Check out some resources shared during this episode:

    https://www.futuretools.io/ https://theresanaiforthat.com/

    https://www.google.com/books/edition/On_Intelligence/Qg2dmntfxmQC?hl=en&gbpv=0

    https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbfYPyITQ-7l4upoX8nvctg

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  • In this episode, hosts Ron Eddings and Jen Langdon discuss the power of storytelling through various media. Whether your goal is to create video content, deliver keynotes on stage, or be creative through other digital mediums, there will be something for everyone!

    Impactful Moments:

    00:00 - Welcome

    01:05 - Introductions

    04:55 - Storytelling in Story Circle

    09:23 - Crossing Across the Story Circle

    12:15 - Join Our Mastermind!

    12:57 - Is ‘Speaking’ Your Thing?

    19:33 - Audience Considerations

    22:24 - Speaking vs Writing

    25:24 - Video/Digital Media

    28:30 - Making it Captivating

    32:03 - Last Reminders…

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  • In this episode, Ron Eddings will explore the massive adaptation of SaaS applications and ways to tame the beast. Our guest Yoni Shohet, Co-Founder & CEO at Valence Security, will help provide insight into the capabilities of a SaaS Security Posture Management (SSPM) platform and best practices for implementing a SaaS security solution.

    Impactful Moments:

    00:00 - Welcome

    01:59 - Introducing guest, Yoni Shohet

    03:25 - Founding A SaaS Security Company

    06:30 - What is SSPM?

    08:27 - From our Sponsor, Valence

    09:30 - Before Clicking ‘Allow’

    11:54 - Users Want Their LLMs!

    14:37 - Common Missteps

    19:08 - Can You Manage SaaS w/o Technology?

    24:15 - SaaS Breaches & MFA & APIs

    32:42 - One Step Better…

    Links:

    Connect with our guest, Yoni Shohet: https://www.linkedin.com/in/yonishohet/

    Check out Valence Security: https://www.valencesecurity.com

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  • In this episode, Host Ron Eddings is joined by guests Anirban Banerjee, CEO and Co-Founder at Riscosity, and James Berthoty, Founder and Analyst at Latio Tech. Together they focus on data security, AI-driven product development, and the challenges of implementing AI solutions responsibly.

    Anirban discusses the importance of organizational buy-in and well-defined policies, while James underscores the need for visibility and a cautious approach in integrating AI models. Be sure to tune in to the end to hear their unique advice at being more productive.

    Impactful Moments:

    00:00 - Welcome

    01:20 - Introducing guests Anirban & James

    04:15 - The State of AI through Cyber

    08:25 - Is AI a New Technology?

    10:31 - AI Lets You Ship A Product

    16:44 - Pros/Cons of AI & DLP

    23:57 - What SHOULD We Be Talking About?

    27:31 - Process First!

    30:00 - One Step Better…

    Links:

    Connect with our guests Anirban & James :

    https://www.linkedin.com/in/james-berthoty/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/anirbanbanerjeephd/

    Check out Riscosity: https://www.riscosity.com/

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    https://www.riscosity.com/free-data-governance-audit

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  • In this episode, Host Ron Eddings catches up with one of his colleagues, Whitney Palacios, Vice President and CISO at BigBear.ai. They explore the challenges and responsibilities of being a CISO and Whitney addresses key cybersecurity issues such as the importance of balancing security with innovation, especially in the context of AI. Whitney offers sage insight into Security Operations Centers (SOCs), the need for diversity in tech leadership roles and closes out with helpful advice for rising CISOs.

    Impactful Moments:

    00:00 - Welcome

    01:26 - Introducing guest, Whitney Palacios

    04:03 - What Is A CISO? What Do You Do?

    06:19 - SOC or No SOC?

    08:40 - CISO Role & Risk/Accountability

    11:12 - “One of A Few CISOs”

    12:00 - Join Our Mastermind!

    15:21 - AI: Allowing Innovation

    18:27 - AI Use Cases

    20:30 - One Step Better…

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  • In this episode, Host Ron Eddings catches up with longtime friend, Tanya Janca, Head of Education and Community at SemGrep and author of 'Alice and Bob Learn Application Security.' Tanya shares her experiences from working in the Canadian government to joining Microsoft and eventually founding WeHackPurple. Tanya talks about her new role at SemGrep, where she focuses on making application security education accessible, and the importance of building supportive communities in the tech industry.

    Impactful Moments:

    00:00 - Welcome

    01:20 - Introducing guest, Tanya Janca

    03:09 - “IDK How to Make SemGrep Rules…”

    0707 - Finding Shadow IT & Embezzlers

    11:27 - Join Our Mastermind

    12:09 - Becoming an AppSec Professional

    15:22 - Elections CISO

    18:00 - Speaking at Conferences

    21:15 - Microsoft Calls Me One Day…

    23:21 - Parting Ways; But Still Friends

    24:30 - “Can You Train Our Devs?”

    27:50 - Fairness Is Important

    32:27 - Put Yourself Out There!

    Links:

    Connect with our guest, Tanya Janca: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tanya-janca/

    Check out SemGrep Academy: https://academy.semgrep.dev/

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  • In this episode, Hosts Ron Eddings, and Jen Langdon share takeaways from Ron's RSA conversation with Colin Constable, Co-Founder and CTO at Atsign

    On this show, they’ll break down Networking 2.0 and how it can serve as the next evolution for data ownership and access control. Colin and his team at Atsign have built the atProtocol®, a new open-source internet protocol that makes private and secure data sharing simple and intuitive, enabling any person, entity or thing to implement NIST Zero Trust principles into their solution.

    Impactful Moments:

    00:00 - Welcome

    02:17 - Introducing, Colin Constable

    03:42 - The Problem with the Current Internet

    08:02 - The Catalyst Behind atProtocol®

    11:12 - Nexus of Networking, Identity & Privacy

    14:19 - From our Sponsor, Atsign

    15:23 - What’s Networking 2.0?

    18:54 - Internet Anonymity & Accountability

    24:31 - Unique Solutions using atProtocol®

    Links:

    Connect with Colin Constable: https://www.linkedin.com/in/colinconstable/

    Check out Atsign: https://atsign.com/

    Read the atProtocol Whitepaper here:

    https://atsign.com/resources/white-papers/the-atprotocol/

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