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In this episode, Ron Eddings gets a chance to speak with Ayman Elsawah, Founder of Cloud Security Labs, and have him share his experience with becoming a vCISO. Ayman will break down the vast business of security consulting and help you determine the best approach and next steps to catalyze you on your way to owning your time and your own business. Impactful Moments: 00:00 - Welcome 01:14 - Introducing guest, Ayman Elsawah 07:08 - Types of vCISOs 09:55 - How to Become a vCISO 13:40 - Join Our Mastermind! 14:24 - Is vCISO Right for You? 17:22 - Marketing as A vCISO 22:33 - Anticipated vCISO Salary 26:15 - vCISO Time Commitment Links: Connect with Ayman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/infosecleader/ Twitter & YouTube: @coffeewithayman Check out Ayman’s vCISO Course: coffeewithayman.com/hackervalley —------------------------------------------------------------------------- Join our creative mastermind and stand out as a cybersecurity professional: https://www.patreon.com/hackervalleystudio Become a sponsor of the show to amplify your brand: https://hackervalley.com/work-with-us/ Love Hacker Valley Studio? Pick up some swag: https://store.hackervalley.com Continue the conversation by joining our Discord: https://hackervalley.com/discord

Ron Eddings and Neal Humphrey, Vice President of Market Strategy at Deepwatch, discuss the changes in Security Operations infrastructure, and how these changes in structure, data, and automation are going to impact operations in the near future. Their discussion will revolve around more than just SIEM, alerts, and responses; it will go into market changes, vendor movement, and how the future of SOC is demanding a shift in mindset and strategy beyond "Let a machine handle it..." Impactful Moments: 00:00 - Welcome 01:05 - Introducing guest, Neal Humphrey 03:09 - Looking Back at SecOps 06:11 - Modern SOC Wall 11:49 - Hyperautomation; the Future of SOAR? 15:02 - Hyperautomation & Normalization 17:29 - From our Sponsor, Deepwatch 19:18 - OSDA & Deepwatch 25:32 - Hyperautomaiton or OSDA 1st 30:25 - Can I Show The Value of A Tool? 34:30 - Who is OSDA White Paper for? 36:43 - One Step Better… Links: Connect with our guest, Neal Humphrey: https://www.linkedin.com/in/neal-humphrey-b909773/ Check out the White paper by Deepwatch: https://www.deepwatch.com/the-security-operations-center-cannot-hold/ Join our creative mastermind and stand out as a cybersecurity professional: https://www.patreon.com/hackervalleystudio Become a sponsor of the show to amplify your brand: https://hackervalley.com/work-with-us/ Love Hacker Valley Studio? Pick up some swag: https://store.hackervalley.com Continue the conversation by joining our Discord: https://hackervalley.com/discord

Ron Eddings sits down with Bob Horn, Chief Revenue Officer at Valence Security. Their conversation centers around the world of SaaS security, examining the current landscape and challenges in managing SaaS risks. Bob also shares experiences from his 25-year career in sales, focusing on the importance of storytelling in sales and innovative approaches of marketing through leveraging cybersecurity influencers. Impactful Moments: 00:00 - Welcome 00:44 - Introducing guest, Bob Horn 03:36 - Sales & Storytelling in Cybersecurity 07:13 - Current State of SaaS 09:28 - From our Sponsor, Valence Security 10:29 - More SaaS, More Problems 13:52 - Great Security Improves Your Team 17:01 - Consequence of Being Attacked 19:10 - Influencer & In-Person Marketing 25:55 - The Future of SaaS 28:01 - One Step Better… Links: Check out Valence Security: https://www.valencesecurity.com/ Connect with our guest, Bob Horn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bob-horn-699a70/ Join us LIVE with Shlomi Matachin on Tuesday, April 16th at 12p ET / 9a PT: https://www.linkedin.com/events/7181368974062895106/comments/ Join our creative mastermind and stand out as a cybersecurity professional: https://www.patreon.com/hackervalleystudio Become a sponsor of the show to amplify your brand: https://hackervalley.com/work-with-us/ Love Hacker Valley Studio? Pick up some swag: https://store.hackervalley.com Continue the conversation by joining our Discord: https://hackervalley.com/discord

HVS Host Ron Eddings chats it up with guest Ofer Gayer, VP of Product at Hunters. While both of them reminisce about their first love in security research, Ofer clarifies how he diverted his path and reached the VP stage, while also helping to level up his teams. They’ll conclude by discussing how AI is the ‘zeitgeist of our time’ and how you can get better at whatever you’re doing in cyber. Impactful Moments: 00:00 - Welcome 01:10 - Introducing guest, Ofer Gayer 03:12 - ‘Start-up’ in Research 07:55 - Security Research- First Love 10:55 - “A lot of People Want to be Product Managers” 14:46 - “I Had IT Remove My Privileges” 18:20 - Transitioning to Visionary/Zeitgeist 25:30 - Embracing AI Solutions 32:30 - One Step Better… Links: Connect with our guest, Ofer Gayer: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ofer-gayer/ Join our creative mastermind and stand out as a cybersecurity professional: https://www.patreon.com/hackervalleystudio Become a sponsor of the show to amplify your brand: https://hackervalley.com/work-with-us/ Love Hacker Valley Studio? Pick up some swag: https://store.hackervalley.com Continue the conversation by joining our Discord: https://hackervalley.com/discord

Ron Eddings and Jaime Blasco, Co-Founder and CTO at Nudge Security, discuss how well-known adversaries are taking advantage of enterprises that don’t have visibility into their full SaaS footprint, and therefore can’t secure it. Grab a front-row seat to gain a new perspective on your vulnerabilities through the eyes of an attacker. Impactful Moments: 00:00 - Welcome 01:10 - Introducing guest, Jaime Blasco 02:30 - Real World Impact of SaaS Vulnerabilities 07:35 - Exploring AI & Security Implications 09:50 - Evolution of Threat Actors & Targeted Companies 15:45 - From our Sponsor, Nudge 17:17 - Attackers, Tokens & Ticketing Systems 22:50 - Lazarus & Malicious SaaS Apps 26:50 - The Attackers are Talking with You… 29:18 - Run it In the Cloud & Make Honey Tokens 34:04 - Future of SaaS & AI in Cybersecurity 39:00 - Increase Visibility, Reduce Risk Links: Connect with our guest, Jaime Blasco: Check out our friends at Nudge: Join our creative mastermind and stand out as a cybersecurity professional: https://www.patreon.com/hackervalleystudio Become a sponsor of the show to amplify your brand: https://hackervalley.com/work-with-us/ Love Hacker Valley Studio? Pick up some swag: https://store.hackervalley.com Continue the conversation by joining our Discord: https://hackervalley.com/discord

Get ready for a SPECIAL episode! Ron Eddings will take you on an inside look at Threatlocker’s rapidly growing event, Zero Trust World, and will talk with Rob Allen, Chief Product Officer at Threatlocker, to discuss what you can find out from your endpoints (hint: it’s more than remote access tools you didn’t know were running!) Impactful Moments: 00:00 - Welcome 01:24 - Zero Trust World Sneak Peek! 02:21 - From our Sponsor, Threatlocker 03:50 - Introducing guest, Rob Allen 05:03 - What’s Zero Trust World 10:40 - Technical Executive Leaders 16:24 - Managing from the Top Down 20:33 - More Than Allow Listing 24:38 - Rubber Ducky, You’re the One… 26:59 - Assume Breach 29:30 - Some Interesting Finds 35:55 - Where Most of the Action Happens 26:30 - One Step Better… Links: Connect with our guest, Rob Allen: https://www.linkedin.com/in/threatlockerrob/ Check out https://www.threatlocker.com/ to learn more! See the Zero Trust World recap portion here on our YouTube Join our creative mastermind and stand out as a cybersecurity professional: https://www.patreon.com/hackervalleystudio Become a sponsor of the show to amplify your brand: https://hackervalley.com/work-with-us/ Love Hacker Valley Studio? Pick up some swag: https://store.hackervalley.com Continue the conversation by joining our Discord: https://hackervalley.com/discord

Ron Eddings sits down in-person with Nate Malicoat, Threat Intel Engineer at ContraForce, for a down-to-earth interview about entering the cybersecurity workforce from the Marines. Impactful Moments: 00:00 - Welcome 01:20 - Introducing guest, Nate Malicoat 03:00 - Marines to Computer Life 05:13 - Importance of Mentoring & Mentors 10:04 - Participating in the Industry 12:42 - Why Aim For the CISO role? 14:40 - Be Persistent, But Not Annoying Links: Connect with our guest, Nate Malicoat: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nate-malicoat-58760a143/ Join our creative mastermind and stand out as a cybersecurity professional: https://www.patreon.com/hackervalleystudio Become a sponsor of the show to amplify your brand: https://hackervalley.com/work-with-us/ Love Hacker Valley Studio? Pick up some swag: https://store.hackervalley.com Continue the conversation by joining our Discord: https://hackervalley.com/discord

Nick Lantuh, CEO of Interpres Security, joins Ron Eddings on the mic at Hacker Valley’s “On the Big Screen” event to talk about how Nick’s previous career experience have given him unique insight into the cybersecurity industry. Ron and Nick discuss everything from Nick’s immigrant background and his experience with helping customers, to threat modeling and starting up companies. Impactful Moments: 00:00 - Welcome 01:05 - Introducing guest, Nick Lantuh 03:06 - The Differentiator 06:21 - Wanting to ‘Be Your Own Boss’ 10:00 - Being the Executive Chairman 12:47 - The Go-To-Market Side 15:11 - The Turnaround 18:01 - Making the Ecosystem Better 21:20 - Bridging the Gap 24:14 - Exposure Management 29:59 - One Step Better… Links: Connect with our guest, Nick Lantuh: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicklantuh/ Check out Interpres Security: https://interpressecurity.com/ Join our creative mastermind and stand out as a cybersecurity professional: https://www.patreon.com/hackervalleystudio Become a sponsor of the show to amplify your brand: https://hackervalley.com/work-with-us/ Love Hacker Valley Studio? Pick up some swag: https://store.hackervalley.com Continue the conversation by joining our Discord: https://hackervalley.com/discord

In this episode, Host Ron Eddings is joined by Vishal Dixit, Co-founder & CTO at Graphus Inc., and Sven Bechmann, Senior Product Manager of Email Security at Kaseya to dig into how phishing attacks are evolving and how you can keep your business safe. Get the ultimate email security software and stop phishing attacks that others miss! Request a demo from our friends at Graphus, today! -- and don't miss their 5-minute guide to phishing attacks and prevention. Impactful Moments: 00:00 - Welcome 01:37 - Introducing guests Vishal & Sven 02:50 - The Current State of Phishing 06:40 - Phishing & Career Path 10:47 - From our Sponsor, Graphus Inc 12:07 - Phishing & Email Security 14:27 - “Security Is an Afterthought” 17:29 - What are Hackers Doing with AI? 23:08 - AI & Phishing Detection 31:30 - Phishing Evolution 35:30 - One Step Better… Links: Connect with our guests: Vishal Dixit: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dixitvishal/ Sven Bechmann: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sven-bechmann-product-management/ Learn more from Graphus.ai: https://www.graphus.ai/hackervalley Join our creative mastermind and stand out as a cybersecurity professional: https://www.patreon.com/hackervalleystudio Become a sponsor of the show to amplify your brand: https://hackervalley.com/work-with-us/ Love Hacker Valley Studio? Pick up some swag: https://store.hackervalley.com Continue the conversation by joining our Discord: https://hackervalley.com/discord

In this episode, Andrew Forgie takes us on his journey from his early days as an Apache helicopter mechanic in the military to his current role as a regional sales manager in cybersecurity. Andrew shares his trials and challenges, the significant shift from being in a service role to mastering the art of sales in the highly competitive tech industry. His story illustrates the power of adapting to change and the critical role of personal development in achieving professional success. 00:00 - Introduction 00:42 - Introduction to the episode and guest Andrew Forgie, regional sales manager at RMS. 01:29 - Andrew discusses his transition from the military to cybersecurity sales. 02:43 - Insight into Andrew's early struggles and successes in sales. 04:13 - How "Selling for Dummies" transformed Andrew's approach to sales. 06:02 - The importance of attitude and creating a buying environment in sales. 08:09 - Andrew shares his life vision exercise and its impact on his career. 12:09 - Discussion on the value of relationships in cybersecurity sales. 24:19 - Advice for those looking to enter or excel in cybersecurity sales. Links: Connect with our guest Andrew Forgie: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrewforgie/ Join our creative mastermind and stand out as a cybersecurity professional: https://www.patreon.com/hackervalleystudio Become a sponsor of the show to amplify your brand: https://hackervalley.com/work-with-us/ Love Hacker Valley Studio? Pick up some swag: https://store.hackervalley.com Continue the conversation by joining our Discord: https://hackervalley.com/discord

In this episode of Hacker Valley Studio, we dive into the inspiring journey of Zinet Kamal, an immigrant from Ethiopia who has carved a niche for herself in cybersecurity. Despite starting her journey with limited access to technology and not having mentors until 2020, Zinet's resilience and passion led her to become a cloud security engineer at a Fortune 500 company. Her story is a testament to the human spirit's capability to overcome barriers and make significant strides in the tech industry. This episode is a story of personal growth, cultural transitions, and the drive to empower the next generation through education and cybersecurity awareness. As a mother of four, a multi-award-winning cybersecurity advocate, and a best-selling author, Zinet brings a unique perspective on the importance of diversity in tech and the role of mentorship in shaping future leaders. 00:00 - Welcome 01:32 - Introducing Guest, Zinet Kemal 03:09 - Growing up in Africa 07:12 - “I Never Had a Children’s Book” 12:52 - Culture Shock 16:02 - From Legal to Cybersecurity 18:50 - CCDC Competition 21:55 - Role of Community in Resetting 24:34 - “Oh No… Hacked Again!” 30:00 - Online Safety Empowerment 34:50 - Moving up in Cyber Links: Connect with Zinet Kemal: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zinetkemal/ Zinet’s LinkedIn Course: https://www.linkedin.com/learning/cybersecurity-careers-build-your-brand-in-cybersecurity/grow-your-cybersecurity-career-with-personal-branding?course Check out Zinet's Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Zinet-Kemal/author/B099P5B8FD Watch Zinet's TEDx Talk: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J61K1Gu97jM Join our creative mastermind and stand out as a cybersecurity professional: https://www.patreon.com/hackervalleystudio Become a sponsor of the show to amplify your brand: https://hackervalley.com/work-with-us/ Love Hacker Valley Studio? Pick up some swag: https://store.hackervalley.com Continue the conversation by joining our Discord: https://hackervalley.com/discord

In this episode, Host Ron Eddings catches up with repeat guest, Gary Hayslip, CISO at SoftBank Investment Advisors and co-author of CISO Desk Reference guide. Gary explains that the varied nature of his current CISO role contrasts with the broader industry trends. He discusses how that nature plays into the CISO hiring process and career path, as well as how his books are helping to bridge the gap among professionals. Impactful Moments: 00:00 - Welcome 00:59 - Introducing guest, Gary Hayslip 01:38 - The Path to Becoming a CISO 08:04 - CSO vs CISO 10:47 - “I'm firing you…” 15:03 - Interviewing for the CISO role 17:56 - Join Our Mastermind 18:39 - Being ‘Mr. Maybe’ 21:41 - CISO- A Day in the Life 24:50 - Using Books to Pave the Way Links: Connect with our guest Gary Hayslip: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ghayslip/ Check out Gary’s Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Gary-Hayslip/author/B01IJN838A?ref=ap_rdr&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true Join our creative mastermind and stand out as a cybersecurity professional: https://www.patreon.com/hackervalleystudio Become a sponsor of the show to amplify your brand: https://hackervalley.com/work-with-us/ Love Hacker Valley Studio? Pick up some swag: https://store.hackervalley.com Continue the conversation by joining our Discord: https://hackervalley.com/discord

In this episode, Host Ron Eddings and guest Or Eshed, CEO of Layer X, discuss how changes in IT infrastructure, employee behavior and malicious tech have created an era where browser security is a must. Or details how he is spearheading a movement to reposition browsers as our first line of defense. Impactful Moments: 00:00 - Welcome 02:50 - Introducing guest, Or Eshed 05:27 - The Crime Scene: Where Employees Are 07:20 - Educating Users with a Browser Extension 10:13 - The Enablement Game 13:10 - How Malicious Browser Extensions Work 16:07 - From our Sponsor, Layer X 17:33 - Better Than EDR- Know Who Is Doing What 22:53 - Stop Account Takeovers- Stealthily 27:55 - Predictions & GPT Use Case 33:16 - One Step Better… Links: Connect with our guest : https://www.linkedin.com/in/or-eshed/ Check out Layer X: https://layerxsecurity.com/ Join our creative mastermind and stand out as a cybersecurity professional: https://www.patreon.com/hackervalleystudio Become a sponsor of the show to amplify your brand: https://hackervalley.com/work-with-us/ Love Hacker Valley Studio? Pick up some swag: https://store.hackervalley.com Continue the conversation by joining our Discord: https://hackervalley.com/discord

In this episode, Host Ron Eddings talks with guest Isaac Clayton, Senior Research Engineer at NetSPI. Ron and Isaac discuss the importance of ASM for organizations of all sizes, the challenges of asset identification, and framing a practical strategy to handle ASM. Impactful Moments: 00:00 - Welcome 03:00 - Introducing guest, Isaac Clayton 04:25 - Understanding ASM 07:57 - Factoring in Attackers 10:47 - “Admit it’s a hard problem” 12:35 - Challenges & Surprises 15:03 - From our Sponsor, NetSPI 15:41 - The Right Medicine, The Right Dosage 19:04 - Zero Trust is Not Enough 20:37 - Prioritization— Baked In! 21:33 - The ASM Learning Curve 26:12 - “Not all ASM is Created Equal” Links: Connect with our guest, Isaac Clayton : https://www.linkedin.com/in/isaac-clayton-24088696/ Check out NetSPI: asm.netspi.com Join our creative mastermind and stand out as a cybersecurity professional: https://www.patreon.com/hackervalleystudio Become a sponsor of the show to amplify your brand: https://hackervalley.com/work-with-us/ Love Hacker Valley Studio? Pick up some swag: https://store.hackervalley.com Continue the conversation by joining our Discord: https://hackervalley.com/discord

In this episode, Host Ron Eddings dives deep into crafting a resilient cybersecurity approach with guest speaker Bill Bernard, VP of Security Strategy at Deepwatch. Bill discusses the necessity of understanding business objectives to protect valuable assets but emphasizes focusing on risk-based strategies in addition to stronger detection and response mechanisms to help you play the long game. Impactful Moments 00:00 - Welcome 01:43 - Introducing guest, Bill Bernard 04:22 - Understanding Emerging Threats 06:19 - What’s Old is New Again 08:48 - Buy a Helmet, Not a Bodysuit 11:57 - Defining Cyber Resilience 15:30 - Deepwatch’s Strategy for Resilience 18:31 - From our Sponsor 20:03 - MDR and Effective MDR Engagements 27:18 - Where Does AI Fit In With MDR? 32:57 - Staying One Step More Resilient 35:05 - Deepwatch- The Right Fit for You Links: Connect with our guest, Bill Bernard : https://www.linkedin.com/in/billbernardchicago/ Take a Tour of the Deepwatch Managed Security Platform https://www.deepwatch.com/deepwatch-platform/#platform-tour Read the Move Beyond Detection and Response to Accelerate Cyber Resilience white paper, here: https://www.deepwatch.com/resource/go-beyond-cybersecurity-become-cyber-resilient/ Join our creative mastermind and stand out as a cybersecurity professional: https://www.patreon.com/hackervalleys... Become a sponsor of the show to amplify your brand: https://hackervalley.com/work-with-us/ Love Hacker Valley Studio? Pick up some swag: https://store.hackervalley.com Continue the conversation by joining our Discord: https://hackervalley.com/discord

In this episode, we’ll take a walk down memory lane. Hacker Valley looks back to 2023 to bring you some of the best clips with great advice and insight into being more creative, reflective, and resourceful with the hopes of inspiring you in 2024 to grow beyond where you are today. Impactful Moments 00:00 - Welcome 00:54 - A New Year is on the Way! 01:54 - ChatGPT and Cybersecurity 04:40 - Becoming an Industry Creative 07:47 - Leveraging AI in the Future with Storytelling - with Scott Sunderland 09:12 - Advice for your Content Creation Journey - with Jason Rebholz 11:15 - How to Start your Cybersecurity Book - with Kim Crawley 14:13 - Join our Mastermind 14:50 - The Right Platform for You - with Phillip Wylie 17:08 - Finding your Focus - with Simone Biles & Amy Bream 20:41 - Leveraging Human Resources in Cyber Links: Check out the episodes highlighted: ChatGPT & Industry Creative-https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-u6m0SXFTmA Scott Sunderland-https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5pwTruINFiM Jason Rebholz-https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ao81IRnffc8 Kim Crawley-https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rKny7kVeRM0 Phillip Wylie-https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z5B1E2vp0DY Simone Biles & Amy Bream-https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DiebZS9s7sg Cyber Resources-https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UoTk3w_78co Join our creative mastermind and stand out as a cybersecurity professional: https://www.patreon.com/hackervalleys... Become a sponsor of the show to amplify your brand: https://hackervalley.com/work-with-us/ Love Hacker Valley Studio? Pick up some swag: https://store.hackervalley.com Continue the conversation by joining our Discord: https://hackervalley.com/discord

In this episode, Host Ron Eddings, discusses new tactics of adversaries with Director of Threat Research at Sysdig, Michael Clark. Michael digs into the cloud and shares trends about the AMBERSQUID operation and how to protect yourself from potential container-based threats. Impactful Moments 00:00 - Welcome 01:20 - Introducing guest Michael Clark 03:09 - Finding AMBERSQUID 06:46 - Mining and Monitoring AWS Services 10:47 - Defending Against AMBERSQUID 14:03 - The Speed of Container-Based Threats 18:13 - The Costs of Freejacking 23:08 - Attribution & The Future Threat 26:30 - CIEMs Like You Have Secrets Links: Connect with Michael Clark: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelclarkinpa/ Check out Sysdig’s Threat Research: https://sysdig.com/threat-research/ Join our creative mastermind and stand out as a cybersecurity professional: https://www.patreon.com/hackervalleystudio Become a sponsor of the show to amplify your brand: https://hackervalley.com/work-with-us/ Love Hacker Valley Studio? Pick up some swag: https://store.hackervalley.com Continue the conversation by joining our Discord: https://hackervalley.com/discord

In this episode, Host Chris Cochran chats it up with former White House Senior Director for Cyber Policy, AJ Grotto. AJ shares his viewpoints about the current state of AI policies, the potential risks and benefits of AI technology, and the challenges in crafting effective policies in the field of cybersecurity. Impactful Moments 00:00 - Welcome 00:45 - Introducing guest, AJ Grotto 01:14 - Are Cyber and AI Separate? 03:37 - US Cyber Policy 08:06 - The Reality of AI Risk 11:20 - From Law to Cyber Policy 14:47 - Join our Mastermind! 15:36 - Policy Implementations 18:55 - Cyber Warfare and AI 22:13 - Advice for Getting into Cyber Policy Links: Connect with AJ: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrew-grotto-2534b510a/ More about AJ and his current work: https://fsi.stanford.edu/people/andrew-j-grotto Join our creative mastermind and stand out as a cybersecurity professional: https://www.patreon.com/hackervalleys... Become a sponsor of the show to amplify your brand: https://hackervalley.com/work-with-us/ Love Hacker Valley Studio? Pick up some swag: https://store.hackervalley.com Continue the conversation by joining our Discord: https://hackervalley.com/discord

The adversary is using Artificial Intelligence. Why aren’t you? In this episode, Host Chris Cochran talks with Scott Sutherland, VP of Research at NetSPI, about everyone’s favorite hot topics; ransomware and AI. Scott will detail his experience with simulating ransomware attack scenarios, as well as discussing the difficulties businesses face when dealing with ransomware threats and prevention mechanisms and how AI can be leveraged to help. Impactful Moments 00:00 - Welcome 01:10 - Introducing guest, Scott Sunderland 03:24 - Interactions with Generative AI Chatbots 04:14 - Use of AI and Readiness 15:16 - A word from our Sponsor, NetSPI 15:55 - Using AI to develop Exercises 20:46 - Collaboration beats Adversaries 25:08 - Ransomware Bots 26:15 - Role of AI in Storytelling Continuously keep pace with your expanding attack surface with the most comprehensive suite of offensive security solutions: https://www.netspi.com/hackervalley Links: Connect with Scott Sutherland: https://www.linkedin.com/in/scottpsutherland/ Learn more about our sponsor, NetSPI: https://www.netspi.com/ Join our creative mastermind and stand out as a cybersecurity professional: https://www.patreon.com/hackervalleystudio Become a sponsor of the show to amplify your brand: https://hackervalley.com/work-with-us/ Love Hacker Valley Studio? Pick up some swag: https://store.hackervalley.com Continue the conversation by joining our Discord: https://hackervalley.com/discord

SaaS misconfigurations may be responsible for up to 63% of security incidents. Do your SaaS applications have risky OAuth grants and misconfigurations? Let’s not find out. We will unravel the complexities of OAuth and how attackers are using OAuth to move from one app to another. Our special guest Jaime Blasco, co-founder and CTO at Nudge Security, shares techniques to protect your SaaS apps and identify risky and malicious OAuth grants. Are you ready to cover your SaaS and avoid finding yourself in the hot seat? Show some love to our sponsor Nudge Security and win a Steam Deck: https://www.nudgesecurity.com/steamdeck Links: Connect with Jamie Blasco: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaimeblasco/ Join our creative mastermind and stand out as a cybersecurity professional: https://www.patreon.com/hackervalleystudio Become a sponsor of the show to amplify your brand: https://hackervalley.com/work-with-us/ Love Hacker Valley Studio? Pick up some swag: https://store.hackervalley.com Continue the conversation by joining our Discord: https://hackervalley.com/discord

In this episode, host Ron Eddings speaks with Chris Hughes, President at Aquia, Cyber Innovation Fellow at CISA, and cybersecurity legend. Special guest, Chris Hughes, was initially inspired to build a personal brand through a desire to mend his weaknesses and highlight his strengths. However, LinkedIn offered a platform to display his growth and learning, leading to him amassing over 50,000 followers! In addition to sharing his story, Chris will emphasize tips on how to start your own personal brand. Key Moments: 00:00 -Welcome 00:56 - Introducing Guest, Chris Hughes 01:59 - Finding His Way to Cyber 03:20 - Brand Building on LinkedIn 05:19 - Power of Networking and Personal Branding 11:32 - Be a Part of Cyber Creator Con! 14:31 - The Impact of LinkedIn on Career Opportunities 16:48 - The Art of Content Creation on LinkedIn 20:16 - Cashing in on Career Capital 22:05 - Advice for Building a Personal Brand Links: Follow Chris on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/resilientcyber/ Check out Chris’ Podcast: https://resilientcyber.substack.com/ Join our creative mastermind and stand out as a cybersecurity professional: https://www.patreon.com/hackervalleystudio Become a sponsor of the show to amplify your brand: https://hackervalley.com/work-with-us/ Love Hacker Valley Studio? Pick up some swag: https://store.hackervalley.com Continue the conversation by joining our Discord: https://hackervalley.com/discord

In this episode, host Ron Eddings is joined by Sr. Director of Red Team Operations at Coalfire, Pete Deros, to discuss the hottest topic around; adversarial AI. Ron and Pete discuss how AI is used and how the adversary is using AI so everyone can stay one step ahead of them as well. Impactful Moments 00:00 - Welcome 01:35 - Introducing Pete Deros 03:30 - More Easily Phished 05:09 - 11 Labs Video 06:42 - Is this AI or LLM? 9:18 - AI or LLMs: Who has the Speed? 10:36 - Fine Tuning LLMs 14:37 - WormGPT & Hallucinations 17:01 - LLMs Changing Second to Second 18:38 - A Word From Our Sponsor 20:19 - ‘Write me Ransomware!' 23:24 - Working Around AI Roadblocks 28:00 - “Undetectable for A Human” 31:58 - Pete Can Help You Floss! 34:56 - OWASP Top 10 & Resources 37:00 - Check out Coalfire Links: Connect with our guest Pete Deros: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pete-deros-94524b9a/ Coalfire’s Website: https://www.coalfire.com/ Coalfire Securialities Report: https://www.coalfire.com/insights/resources/reports/securealities-report-2023-compliance OWASP Top 10 LLM: https://owasp.org/www-project-top-10-for-large-language-model-applications/ Join our creative mastermind and stand out as a cybersecurity professional: https://www.patreon.com/hackervalleystudio Become a sponsor of the show to amplify your brand: https://hackervalley.com/work-with-us/ Love Hacker Valley Studio? Pick up some swag: https://store.hackervalley.com Continue the conversation by joining our Discord: https://hackervalley.com/discord

In this episode, host Ron Eddings is joined by Metasploit creator, co-founder and CEO of runZero, HD Moore. HD changed the world with Metasploit and he’s doing it again with runZero. Attack Surface Management can’t happen unless you have visibility into your home or company network and HD shares how he’s able to deliver that and so much more in his journey of creating runZero. Impactful Moments 00:00 - Welcome 00:50 - Introducing guest, HD Moore 01:30 - Fixing the Root Cause 05:00 - runZero 10:54 - A New Kind of CAASM 12:00 - Uncover the Unknown 14:08 - runZero Raving 17:45 - “Trust me, you can scan OT” 20:10 - You Can Scan if You Want To 22:30 - Red to Blue Judo Skills Links: Connect with our guest HD Moore: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hdmoore/ Check out runZero: https://www.runzero.com/ Join our creative mastermind and stand out as a cybersecurity professional: https://www.patreon.com/hackervalleys... Become a sponsor of the show to amplify your brand: https://hackervalley.com/work-with-us/ Love Hacker Valley Studio? Pick up some swag: https://store.hackervalley.com Continue the conversation by joining our Discord: https://hackervalley.com/discord

In this episode, Ron Eddings is joined by Penetration Tester, Instructor, International Speaker, Best Selling Author, and Podcast Host, Phillip Wylie. Phillip shares how pen testing and the need to educate people helped motivate him to speak at conferences and become a central voice in the cyber community. But more than that, he explains how he’s helped so many people get started on a similar path. Impactful Moments: 00:00 - Intro 00:50 - Introducing Phillip Wylie 02:10 - Penetration testing Started it All 05:10 - Pen testing is a Job?! 08:50 - The Conference Game 12:55 - Cheers to Toastmasters 14:23 - Content Creation & Social Media Marketing 18:30 - Keeping it Simple 20:55 - Are you Smarter Than a 5th Grader? 25:30 - What’s next for Phillip? 26:35 - Getting into Creating Links: Connect with our guest Phillip Wylie: https://www.linkedin.com/in/phillipwylie/ Phillip’s Book “The Pentester Blueprint”: https://www.amazon.com/Pentester-BluePrint-Your-Guide-Being/dp/1119684307/ref=asc_df_1119684307 Phillip’s Podcasts: https://www.thehackermaker.com/phillip-wylie-show/ Check out our Previous Episode with Phillip: https://www.axonius.com/plus/hacker-valley-on-the-road/on-the-road-at-bh-2022/phillip-wylie Join our creative mastermind and stand out as a cybersecurity professional: https://www.patreon.com/hackervalleystudio Become a sponsor of the show to amplify your brand: https://hackervalley.com/work-with-us/ Love Hacker Valley Studio? Pick up some swag: https://store.hackervalley.com Continue the conversation by joining our Discord: https://hackervalley.com/discord

In this episode, Host Ron Eddings interviews Robert Kerbeck, author of Ruse: Lying the American Dream from Hollywood to Wall Street. Robert shares how his professional acting skills helped his career in corporate spying and espionage. Impactful Moments 00:00 - Welcome 00:46 - Introducing guest, Robert Kerbeck 00:55 - …And That’s How I Became A Spy 03:00 - Creativity REELY Counts w/ Phishing 10:00 - Robert’s Phishing Training 14:22 - How Corporate Espionage Works 18:36 - “A Fraction of the Spying I Really Did” 20:52 - Hobnobbing with Hollywood 25:06 - Your Way out of a “Ruse” Links: Connect with our guest Robert Kerbeck: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robert-kerbeck-12aa7a11/ Read “Ruse: Lying the American Dream from Hollywood to Wall Street”: https://www.amazon.com/Ruse-Lying-American-Hollywood-Street/dp/1586423169 Join our creative mastermind and stand out as a cybersecurity professional: https://www.patreon.com/hackervalleystudio Become a sponsor of the show to amplify your brand: https://hackervalley.com/work-with-us/ Love Hacker Valley Studio? Pick up some swag: https://store.hackervalley.com/ Continue the conversation by joining our Discord: https://hackervalley.com/discord

In this episode, host Ron Eddings is joined by cybersecurity researcher and writer, Kim Crawley, to deep dive into one of her greatest passions; computing! From its origins to its newest capabilities in quantum and AI, Kim shares her love of computers as well as her passion for educating others through her writing. Lastly, Kim explains how she wrote her newest release, “Hacker Culture A-Z” while keeping it ADHD-friendly. Impactful Moments 00:00 - Welcome 00:52 - Introducing guest, Kim Crawley 02:20 - Computers; A Forbidden Fruit 04:50 - Parents, PCs & Printers 10:44 - Why Hacker Culture? 14:34 - Join our Mastermind! 15:16 - Quantifying Quantum 21:53 - ”AI is like Fire” 26:45 - Playing with Chat & DALL-E 28:28 - ADHD & Work 33:22 - How to Become an Author Links: Connect with our guest Kim Crawley: https://linkedin.com/in/kimcrawley Pre-order “Hacker Culture A to Z” here: https://www.amazon.com/Hacker-Culture-Fundamentals-Cybersecurity-Hacking/dp/1098145674/ Read “Hacker Culture A to Z” on the O’Reily Learning Platform: https://www.oreilly.com/library/view/hacker-culture-a/9781098145668/ Join our creative mastermind and stand out as a cybersecurity professional: https://www.patreon.com/hackervalleystudio Become a sponsor of the show to amplify your brand: https://hackervalley.com/work-with-us/ Love Hacker Valley Studio? Pick up some swag: https://store.hackervalley.com Continue the conversation by joining our Discord: https://hackervalley.com/discord

In this episode, host Ron Eddings is joined by Co-Founder and CEO of ThreatLocker, Danny Jenkins, to talk about his "Hero’s Journey" from IT to launching ThreatLocker. From spam emails, bots, and ransomware to persuading people to take a new approach -- this story has all of the villains and obstacles any cybersecurity champion will inevitably face and conquer! Sponsor: Get unprecedented visibility and control of your cybersecurity, quickly, easily, and cost-effectively. Check out our friends at ThreatLocker today and let them know Hacker Valley sent you! https://www.threatlocker.com Impactful Moments 00:00 - Welcome 00:55 - Introducing guest, Danny Jenkins 02:00 - The start of Danny’s journey 04:10 - Moments it changed 06:55 - The worst job in the world 08:36 - Starting with the endpoint 09:18 - An uphill battle 13:25 - Going all in 15:21 - A word about our sponsor! 16:35 - Zero to hero 18:47 - Trust and ringfencing 22:53 - What is zero trust? 25:00 - Zero trust at ThreatLocker 28:25 - Tools to make decisions 29:09 - Productivity tools? Not anymore! 31:10 - Making yourself more secure Links: Connect with our guest Danny Jenkins: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dannyjenkinscyber/ Learn more about ThreatLocker: https://www.ThreatLocker.com Join our creative mastermind and stand out as a cybersecurity professional: https://www.patreon.com/hackervalleystudio Become a sponsor of the show to amplify your brand: https://hackervalley.com/work-with-us/ Love Hacker Valley Studio? Pick up some swag: https://store.hackervalley.com/ Continue the conversation by joining our Discord: https://hackervalley.com/discord

In this episode, host Chris is joined by Erika Eakins — a cybersecurity sales ninja, podcaster, and co-founder at Teach Kids Tech. Erika opens up about her challenges entering tech and cybersecurity as a woman and her mission to serve the underrepresented. Erika also shares how the strength and resilience she acquired in childhood have helped to carry her through unexpected hardships in the industry like layoffs. Impactful Moments: 0:00-Welcome 00:50-Introducing guest, Erika Eakins 01:22-Erika’s origin story 05:43-Being judged on looks 07:10-”Why are you still in?!” 07:47-Where to find strength 10:40-Who are the Cyber Queens? 13:18-Join our mastermind! 14:02-Aiming to Overcome Obstacles 16:08-Reflection on Resilience 17:54-Teach Kids Tech 20:30-The legacy of Queens 23:23-Power of Positivity & Support Links: Connect with our guest Erika Eakins https://www.linkedin.com/in/eeakins/ Check out The Cyber Queens Podcast https://www.cyberqueenspodcast.com/ Learn more about Teach Kids Tech https://www.teachkidstech.net/ Join our creative mastermind and stand out as a cybersecurity professional: https://www.patreon.com/hackervalleystudio Become a sponsor of the show to amplify your brand: https://hackervalley.com/work-with-us/ Love Hacker Valley Studio? Pick up some swag: https://store.hackervalley.com/ Continue the conversation by joining our Discord: https://hackervalley.com/discord

It’s a classic technologist conundrum: Should I build or buy the solution I need to solve a problem? The “Build vs. Buy” conundrum is faced by technology teams worldwide. To help approach this riddle, Chris Cochran speaks to two industry veterans, Slavik Markovich co-founder & CEO of Descope, and Rob Fry, co-founder of AKA Identity. Whether you’re an entrepreneur, a CTO, or just tech-curious, this episode offers invaluable insights. Using the identity market as a case study, we’ll explore the multifaceted considerations needed to make the best choice for your team and organization. Impactful Moments: 0:00 - Build vs. Buy: The Classic Technologist Conundrum 0:37 - Show Intro 0:57 - Introducing Slavik Markovich and Rob Fry 3:25 - Previous build vs. buy project 6:44 - Decision logic for build vs. buy 15:09 - How does tech sway your decision making? 19:44 - How does data impact decision making? 24:31 - How do processes influence decision making? 29:13 - Maintaining custom tech solutions over time 33:28 - Tenants for building a tech company 41:06 - Build authentication and user journey flows with Descope Links: Learn more about Descope: https://www.descope.com/ Connect with our guest Slavik Markovich: https://www.linkedin.com/in/slavikm/ Connect with our guest Rob Fry: https://www.linkedin.com/in/fry-rob-g/ Join our creative mastermind and stand out as a cybersecurity professional: https://www.patreon.com/hackervalleystudio Become a sponsor of the show to amplify your brand: https://hackervalley.com/work-with-us/ Love Hacker Valley Studio? Pick up some swag: https://store.hackervalley.com Continue the conversation by joining our Discord: https://hackervalley.com/discord

Embrace the AI Revolution in Cybersecurity! Ron Eddings explores the dynamic world of AI, from cybersecurity automation to anomaly detection. Learn how AI is being used by practitioners and creators to stay one step ahead of the adversary and the competition Impactful Moments 0:00 - Intro 1:35 - Origin into cybersecurity and automation 6:12 - What is Artificial Intelligence? 8:23 - Using AI to Classify Phishing Emails 11:32 - Descript and Claude2 to Summarize Content 17:54 - ChatGPT Advanced Data Analysis 21:41 - Top 4 AI Red Team Attacks 26:09 - Cybersecurity AI Disrupters 27:50 - Cybersecurity Creative Mastermind Links: Connect with Ron Eddings: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ronaldeddings/ Join our creative mastermind and stand out as a cybersecurity professional: https://www.patreon.com/hackervalleystudio.com Become a sponsor of the show to amplify your brand: https://hackervalley.com/work-with-us/ Love Hacker Valley Studio? Pick up some swag: https://store.hackervalley.com Continue the conversation by joining our Discord: https://hackervalley.com/discord

For this week's episode, we brought back a fan favorite Security Teams Can't Do It All. This episode features guest Rob Wood, CISO at CMS, who discusses the challenges of data silos in the workplace and the importance of supportive leadership. Links: Connect with our guest Rob Wood on LinkedIn Join our creative mastermind and stand out as a cybersecurity professional: https://www.patreon.com/hackervalleystudio.com Become a sponsor of the show to amplify your brand: https://hackervalley.com/work-with-us/ Love Hacker Valley Studio? Pick up some swag: https://store.hackervalley.com Continue the conversation by joining our Discord: https://hackervalley.com/discord

In this episode, host Ron is joined by the CISO at Corvus Insurance, Jason Rebholz, to talk about the life of being a cybersecurity content creator. From his drive to create cyber content for technical and non-technical audiences to the sometimes harsh realities of content creation, Jason opens up about the importance of having passion and well-balanced goals. Impactful Moments 00:00 - Welcome 01:12 - Introducing guest, Jason Rebholz 02:05 - Jason’s cybersecurity background 04:37 - Everybody loves a former CISO 06:16 - Creating digestable content for all 09:07 - The nuances of MFA 11:16 - Goal setting 14:06 - The harsh reality of content creation 18:56 - Bullets before canon balls 28:53 - Join our mastermind! 29:57 - Balance is key 31:25 - Mastering effective communication 33:29 - Advice for aspiring content creators Links: Connect with our guest Jason https://www.linkedin.com/in/jrebholz/ Check out Jason’s YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/@teachmecyber Join our creative mastermind and stand out as a cybersecurity professional: https://www.patreon.com/hackervalleystudio.com Become a sponsor of the show to amplify your brand: https://hackervalley.com/work-with-us/ Love Hacker Valley Studio? Pick up some swag: https://store.hackervalley.com Continue the conversation by joining our Discord: https://hackervalley.com/discord

In this episode, hosts Ron and Chris are joined by special guest Eric Avigdor, VP of Product Management at Votiro. With humility as the focal point, Eric details his journey as a Product Manager — sharing his unique approach to leadership and customer engagement, as well as the art of asking the right questions. Discover how Votiro is spearheading content security innovation, and don't miss Eric's advice for budding Product Managers eager to make their mark in the industry. Impactful Moments: 00:00 - Welcome 01:10 - Introducing guest, Eric Avigdor 02:27 - Cybersecurity is like an orchestra 03:20 - Product Management vs Engineering 04:40 - Misconceptions of Product Management 07:09 - Understanding the product 08:18 - The realities of the job 10:51 - Tying the whole story together 13:32 - Why Votiro? 16:52 - Leading the way in innovation 19:05 - A word about our sponsor 21:24 - A use-case storytime 23:17 - Integrating where content resides 25:06 - Security + collaboration is the goal 27:50 - Advice for aspiring Product Managers Links: Connect with Eric Avigdor: https://www.linkedin.com/in/eric-avigdor-0b561118/ Join our creative mastermind and stand out as a cybersecurity professional: https://www.patreon.com/hackervalleystudio.com Become a sponsor of the show to amplify your brand: https://hackervalley.com/work-with-us/ Love Hacker Valley Studio? Pick up some swag: https://store.hackervalley.com Continue the conversation by joining our Discord: https://hackervalley.com/discord

Host Chris Cochran is joined by Marty Overman, Senior VP at Imperva, to discuss the importance of self-awareness and transparency in cybersecurity leadership. The two emphasize the need for leaders to recognize their strengths and weaknesses and understand and empathize with the needs and experiences of those they lead. Impactful Moments 00:00 - Welcome 00:52 - Introducing guest, Marty Overman 01:26 - What makes a great sales leader? 04:50 - The power of asking questions 07:27 - Building strong team cultures 11:58 - Creating opportunities for collaboration 14:28 - Setting goals and expectations 17:24 - Creating team identity together 24:15 - Identifying areas for improvement 28:09 - Psychological safety in leadership 30:12 - Creating a safe space 34:52 - Adults and the inner child 37:26 - Empathy and understanding Links: Connect with Marty Overman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/martyoverman/ Join our creative mastermind and stand out as a cybersecurity professional: https://www.patreon.com/hackervalleystudio.com Become a sponsor of the show to amplify your brand: https://hackervalley.com/work-with-us/ Love Hacker Valley Studio? Pick up some swag: https://store.hackervalley.com Continue the conversation by joining our Discord: https://hackervalley.com/discord

In this episode, host Ron is joined by Jamie Blasco, co-founder and CTO at Nudge Security, to discuss the opportunities of SaaS as well as the security implications of AI. Jamie also considers the importance of striking a balance between productivity and security when employees adopt new tools. Lastly, he emphasizes his philosophy of treating employees as part of the solution and creating a culture where they feel valued and included in the company's security efforts. Impactful Moments: 00:00 - Welcome 01:35 - Introducing guest, Jamie Blasco 02:25 - How does SaaS fit into AI today? 03:52 - Areas of opportunity for AI & SaaS 05:17 - A walk down Jamie’s memory lane 09:56 - Finding the shadow IT 15:08 - What are the risks? 18:26 - A word from our sponsor! 20:40 - 3rd party risk & data usage 24:33 - Types of AI Nudge is utilizing 26:38 - The premise behind Nudge 30:50 - Employees as part of the solution 33:13 - SaaS — critical but risky 36:43 - Jamie’s final words of advice Links: Connect with Jamie Blasco: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaimeblasco/ Join our creative mastermind and stand out as a cybersecurity professional: https://www.patreon.com/hackervalleystudio.com Become a sponsor of the show to amplify your brand: https://hackervalley.com/work-with-us/ Love Hacker Valley Studio? Pick up some swag: https://store.hackervalley.com Continue the conversation by joining our Discord: https://hackervalley.com/discord

How do you effectively persuade team members and stakeholders to take action, convey the importance of new projects, or request additional resources? Communicating technical security information often leads to disconnection or worse, falls on deaf ears. During this hour-long livestream, hosts Ron and Chris tackle how you can turn the tables by leveraging the primal power of storytelling, enhancing attention and engagement. Impactful Moments: 00:00 - Introduction 04:39 - Storytelling & conveying information 07:39 - How do I tell better stories? 14:25 - The Story Circle & The Hero's Journey 22:11 - Understanding your audience 24:41 - Simplifying cybersecurity 30:20 - The impact of storytelling 36:01 - Mastering storytelling in cybersecurity Links: Join our creative mastermind and stand out as a cybersecurity professional: https://www.patreon.com/hackervalleystudio.com Become a sponsor of the show to amplify your brand: https://hackervalley.com/work-with-us/ Love Hacker Valley Studio? Pick up some swag: https://store.hackervalley.com Continue the conversation by joining our Discord: https://hackervalley.com/discord

In this episode, Chris and Ron Eddings are joined by Jeff Man, a legend in cybersecurity. The conversation begins with Jeff sharing his experiences as a member of the first NSA red team and his involvement in groundbreaking projects. He discusses his early days working with computers at the National Security Agency (NSA) in the 1980s and his role in developing a software-based encryption system. Jeff also points to the significance of the first publicly available web browser and the impact it had on the internet and cybersecurity. Later in the episode, Jeff talks about his transition from the NSA to the private sector and his focus on Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS) compliance. He explains the importance of PCI and how it provides a framework for organizations to protect sensitive data and maintain secure networks. Impactful Moments 0:00 - Intro 01:15 - Welcome Jeff Man 01:51 - Jeff’s introduction to computing and cybersecurity 09:25 - Creation of the first NSA Red Team 15:20 - Leaving NSA and Focusing on PCI 19:41 - Advice for Those Starting in Cybersecurity 21:53 - Staying up to date with Jeff Man Links: Stay in touch with Jeff Man on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffreyeman/ Join our creative mastermind and stand out as a cybersecurity professional: https://www.patreon.com/hackervalleystudio.com Become a sponsor of the show to amplify your brand: https://hackervalley.com/work-with-us/ Love Hacker Valley Studio? Pick up some swag: https://store.hackervalley.com Continue the conversation by joining our Discord: https://hackervalley.com/discord

In this episode, Chris and Ron interview Derek Wood from Duality Technologies, a leading privacy technology company to discuss the concept of homomorphic encryption and its significance in data security, privacy, and governance. Homomorphic encryption enables users to perform computations on encrypted data without exposing it, revolutionizing the way data is used and analyzed. In this episode, the group discusses the challenges in the current data landscape, the importance of security and privacy, and the potential impact of duality's solutions in various industries such as finance and healthcare. Check out Duality’s webinar, Why Data, Privacy, & Security Leaders are Key to Growth & Innovation Impactful Moments: 00:00 - Introduction 01:09 - What is homomorphic encryption? 04:03 - Misconceptions of security and privacy 06:25 - What is Duality’s mission? 10:04 - Does Google Drive use homomorphic encryption? 13:08 - What homomorphic encryption enables 22:08 - Innovations that Duality is working on 24:37 - Secure data analytics and Homomorphic encryption 31:41 - Impact of AI and LLMs on security and privacy Links: Stay in touch with Derek Wood on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drwood/ Learn more about Duality Technologies: https://dualitytech.com/ Join our creative mastermind and stand out as a cybersecurity professional: https://www.patreon.com/hackervalleystudio.com Become a sponsor of the show to amplify your brand: https://hackervalley.com/work-with-us/ Love Hacker Valley Studio? Pick up some swag: https://store.hackervalley.com Continue the conversation by joining our Discord: https://hackervalley.com/discord

In this episode, Ron and Chris explore the vast potential of AI in cybersecurity, including its ability to develop cybersecurity solutions, provide recommendations and predictions for cyber practitioners, and even assist attackers in identifying vulnerabilities and creating exploits. Join our creative mastermind and stand out as a cybersecurity professional: https://www.patreon.com/hackervalleystudio.com Become a sponsor of the show to amplify your brand: https://hackervalley.com/work-with-us/ Love Hacker Valley Studio? Pick up some swag: https://store.hackervalley.com Continue the conversation by joining our Discord: https://hackervalley.com/discord Impactful Moments: 00:00 - Introduction 00:56 - The future of AI in cybersecurity 02:24 - Addressing the elephant in the room 03:15 - Amplifying your productivity 05:13 - AI & vulnerability management 09:00 - Remediating vulnerabilities with AI 11:41 - Join our community! 12:32 - Coding, building, & developing 18:13 - Final thoughts

In this episode, hosts Ron and Chris are joined by Brian Contos, Chief Strategy Officer at Sevco to discuss his “movie-like” career trajectory and the rise of artificial intelligence (AI) in cybersecurity. With two IPOs and eight acquisitions under his career belt, Brian expresses his passion for startups and how getting out of his comfort zone transformed his business knowledge. The group also dives into the rise of artificial intelligence and how it will revolutionize the cybersecurity landscape. Stay in touch with Brian Contos: https://www.linkedin.com/in/briancontos/ Join our creative mastermind and stand out as a cybersecurity professional: https://www.patreon.com/hackervalleys... Become a sponsor of the show to amplify your brand: https://hackervalley.com/work-with-us/ Love Hacker Valley Studio? Pick up some swag: https://store.hackervalley.com Continue the conversation by joining our Discord: https://hackervalley.com/discord Impactful Moments: 00:00 - Intro 01:09 - Introducing Brian Contos 04:03 - Brian’s passion for startups 06:13 - Emerging tech & AI 07:50 - The intersection of AI & cybersecurity 09:50 - The future impacts of AI 10:58 - How will AI enhance cybersecurity? 15:02 - Data assessment vs data integration 17:46 - Join our community! 18:48 - Getting out of your comfort zone 21:21 - Small touches lead to big finishes

In this episode, Ron and Chris discuss the challenges of balancing cybersecurity and parenting. Chris, a father of three, shares his experience of being a parent while also working in cybersecurity. They talk about the sacrifices that come with being a parent and how to prioritize family while still maintaining a career in cybersecurity. They also discuss the importance of having a plan but being flexible enough to adapt to unexpected situations. Join our creative mastermind and stand out as a cybersecurity professional: https://www.patreon.com/hackervalleystudio Become a sponsor of the show to amplify your brand: https://hackervalley.com/work-with-us/ Love Hacker Valley Studio? Pick up some swag: https://store.hackervalley.com Continue the conversation by joining our Discord: https://hackervalley.com/discord Impactful Moments: 02:39 - Balancing cybersecurity and parenting 04:27- Maternity/paternity leave in cyber 08:33 - Skills in parenting for cybersecurity 10:36 - Career sacrifices 14:05 Parenting with a support system 17:31- Being more than a parent

In this episode of Hacker Valley Studio, Ron and Chris take a deep dive into all things Security Architecture and the essential skills you need to thrive in your role. Ron shares insights from his personal journey into security architecture as well as his expert advice on how to break in and stand out in the field. Links: Join our creative mastermind and stand out as a cybersecurity professional: https://www.patreon.com/hackervalleystudio Become a sponsor of the show to amplify your brand: https://hackervalley.com/work-with-us/ Love Hacker Valley Studio? Pick up some swag: https://store.hackervalley.com Continue the conversation by joining our Discord: https://hackervalley.com/discord Impactful Moments: 01:22 - What is Security Architecture? 03:04 - Day in the life of a security architect 04:01 - Different types of security architects 06:01 - Ron’s journey into security architecture 07:49 - What skills do you need? 08:40 - Join our community! 09:21 - Ron’s best practices 10:24 - Finding the right solutions 11:36 - What is the salary potential? 12:59 - How to stand out 13:52 - Advice for those breaking into the field

In this cybersecurity podcast episode, Chris Cochran and Ron Eddings discuss the concept of 'dojos' as environments for growth and learning, drawing on experiences from their own career paths in cybersecurity. The 'dojo' metaphor is applied to various life experiences, with an emphasis on cybersecurity communities and events. Chris describes his journey to the west coast where he lived in a hacker house, a form of dojo where he, along with his roommates, focused on cybersecurity, technology, personal growth, and development. This life-changing experience spurred the creation of their podcast. Links: Join our creative mastermind and stand out as a cybersecurity professional: https://www.patreon.com/hackervalleystudio Become a sponsor of the show to amplify your brand: https://hackervalley.com/work-with-us/ Love Hacker Valley Studio? Pick up some swag: https://store.hackervalley.com Continue the conversation by joining our Discord: https://hackervalley.com/discord Impactful Moments: 0:00 - Intro 00:55 - What is a dojo? 02:25 - Technical/cybersecurity dojos 05:17 - Getting started 07:21 - What should you look for in a dojo community? 09:06 - How to level up and give back 10:14 - Join our community! 11:36 - When is it time to move on? 12:50 - Learning hurts - embrace it! 13:59 - What’s your next dojo?

Join hosts Ron and Chris as they dive into the world of Attack Surface Management (ASM) in this episode recorded live at RSAC 2023. Special guest Nabil Hannan, a seasoned industry expert and Field CISO at NetSPI, shares his wealth of knowledge and expertise in this critical field. Together, they explore the evolving landscape of ASM, highlighting NetSPI's unique approach compared to other solution providers and shedding light on the state of ASM to empower listeners to enhance their security posture. NetSPI has a team of skilled pen-testers that can help you find those critical vulnerabilities and become your partner in creating the right remediation game plan for you. Check them out at https://www.netspi.com/HVM Links: Connect with Nabil Hannan on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nhannan/ Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/hackervalleystudio Love Hacker Valley Studio? Pick up some swag: https://store.hackervalley.com Continue the conversation by joining our Discord: https://hackervalley.com/discord Impactful Moments: 01:08 - Introducing Nabil Hannan 01:25 - Relationship-building through play 04:39 - The power of authenticity 05:39 - What is a Field CISO? 07:02 - The rise of attack surface management 09:17 - What makes NetSPI different? 11:26 - A word from our sponsor 12:17 - Attack surface management for SMBs 15:15 - ASM solutions & false positives 17:16 - An ASM case study 21:15 - Red teaming influence on ASM 24:12 - Where do I get started with ASM?

In this episode, hosts Ron and Chris are joined by Paul Valente, CEO and co-founder of VISO Trust, and Bryan Wong, Sr. Security Analyst at Headspace, as they dive into the world of third-party risk in cybersecurity. With conversations ranging from the current state of third-party risk to identifying trustworthy vendors such as VISO Trust, they'll provide insights into how organizations manage partnerships in a scalable and secure way. Say goodbye to frustration and hello to peace of mind with VISO TRUST! Visit https://visotrust.com/hackervalley/ to learn how to transform your third-party risk management program. Links: Join our creative mastermind and stand out as a cybersecurity professional: https://www.patreon.com/hackervalleystudio Become a sponsor of the show to amplify your brand: https://hackervalley.com/work-with-us/ Love Hacker Valley Studio? Pick up some swag: https://store.hackervalley.com Continue the conversation by joining our Discord: https://hackervalley.com/discord Impactful Moments: 01:03 - Introducing Paul Valente & Bryan Wong 01:54 - The current state of third-party risk 02:46 - VISTO Trust — trust through transparency 04:43 - Headspace’s approach to 3rd party providers 05:23 - Managing risk successfully 07:44 - There’s a better way! 09:04 - Risk assessment & procurement 11:37 - VISO Trust & Headspace’s approach to AI 14:43 - A word from our sponsor 15:26 - The challenges of complete visibility 17:16 - Continuous, automated due diligence 18:52 - Identifying trustworthy vendors 21:34 - Doing more with less/cost-effectiveness 23:22 - Is 100% automation doable? 24:20 - You can have your cake and eat it too with third-parties

In this episode, Ron Eddings and Chris Cochran discuss the concept of "paying the piper" and its impact on their careers and personal lives. Paying the piper means facing the consequences of one's actions, whether they are good or bad. Chris shares his personal struggles and successes while working at Netflix, where he had to balance his career and family. Ron and Chris also discuss the importance of finding balance in one's life, understanding the consequences of one's actions, and recognizing the impact of one's legacy on both their family and the world. Links: Icarus’ Balloon: https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/icarus-balloon-short-story-chris-cochran-chris-cochran Join our creative mastermind and stand out as a cybersecurity professional: https://www.patreon.com/hackervalleystudio Become a sponsor of the show to amplify your brand: https://hackervalley.com/work-with-us/ Love Hacker Valley Studio? Pick up some swag: https://store.hackervalley.com Continue the conversation by joining our Discord: https://hackervalley.com/discord Impactful Moments: 00:00 - Introduction 01:18 - What does it mean to ‘pay the piper’? 03:22 - Sacrifices and paying your dues 05:06 - Icarus’ Balloon 07:16 - Maintaining a balanced life 08:36 - Join our community! 09:40 - What is your legacy? 13:32 - Conflict = growth 15:27 - Learning to love the process 18:05 - The power of exploration 19:34 - Staying committed

In this podcast episode, Jack Roehrig, Technology Evangelist at Uptycs, discusses his experience with burnout and health issues due to his job as a Chief Information Security Officer (CISO). Jack has always known health is wealth and retired to Mexico for a few months to recover from his burnout. Despite telling himself he wouldn't work again, Jack discovered Uptycs, a leading XDR platform that has the opportunity to change cybersecurity and joined their team as Technology Evangelist. Links: Follow Jack Roehrig on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jackery/ Join our creative mastermind and stand out as a cybersecurity professional: https://www.patreon.com/hackervalleystudio Become a sponsor of the show to amplify your brand: https://hackervalley.com/work-with-us/ Love Hacker Valley Studio? Pick up some swag: https://store.hackervalley.com Continue the conversation by joining our Discord: https://hackervalley.com/discord Impactful Moments: 00:00 - Introducing Jack Roehrig 01:40 - Jack’s security origin story 04:50 - The harsh realities of burnout in tech 05:33 - Finding peace in Mexico 07:51 - Working for your purpose 11:26 - From risk aversion to risk tolerance 13:51 - Join our community! 15:37 - Falling in love with XDR

In this episode, we explore the often-overlooked importance of empathy in the cybersecurity field. Our guest, Tracy Maleeff, shares her personal journey from community involvement to the industry and discusses how embracing empathy can lead to more effective threat intelligence and a stronger cybersecurity community. Join our creative mastermind and stand out as a cybersecurity professional: https://www.patreon.com/hackervalleystudio Become a sponsor of the show to amplify your brand: https://hackervalley.com/work-with-us/ Love Hacker Valley Studio? Pick up some swag: https://store.hackervalley.com Continue the conversation by joining our Discord: https://hackervalley.com/discord Impactful Moments: 00:00 - Introduction 01:42 - Tracy’s volunteer and community participation 05:58 - Empathy in cybersecurity, or lack thereof 10:36 - How to bring more empathy into cybersecurity 13:21 - Tracy’s threat intelligence aspirations 18:46 - Identifying the “perfect” employer 20:19 - Diversity of thought and empathy 22:44 - Farewell and outro

Head into RSA 2023 with a purpose. This episode is all about how to reach a win-win when sealing deals, getting hired, and networking. If you want to catch up with the Hacker Valley Team during RSA be sure to jump into our discord. You can join by going to hackervalley.com/discord Impactful Moments 00:00 - Intro 01:28 - Recapping our first time at RSA 03:02 - The 4 types of interactions 05:27 - Purposeful relationship building 06:57 - The vendor experience at RSA 08:51 - Opportunities and mutual benefiting 12:20 - Join our community! 13:20 - Find your new role at RSA 17:02 - Who inspires us? 18:19 - Tips on making new connections 23:28 - Come meet us at RSA! Join our creative mastermind and stand out as a cybersecurity professional: https://www.patreon.com/hackervalleystudio Become a sponsor of the show to amplify your brand: https://hackervalley.com/work-with-us/ Love Hacker Valley Studio? Pick up some swag: https://store.hackervalley.com

RSA is right around the corner and we’re so excited because it’s one of our big opportunities to meet with you, our dedicated listener. If you want to catch up with the Hacker Valley Team be sure to jump into our discord. You can join by going to hackervalley.com/discord Impactful Moments: 00:00 - Intro 01:24 - Introducing Amy Bream & Simone Biles 02:50 - What’s it like being at a cybersecurity conference? 04:20 - Persevering through adversity 05:28 - Consistency — according to Amy & Simone 07:20 - How to overcome imposter syndrome 10:15 - Advice on handling burnout 11:53 - Focus and goal planning 15:09 - Authenticity and staying true to yourself 17:07 - The Axonius partnership — the bridge between athletes and technologists 19:42 - Staying focused in high-intensity environments 22:45 - Simone Biles, as a “person” 24:23 - The mind/body connection 26:55 - Mastering the basics 31:11 - What does legacy mean to you? Join our creative mastermind and stand out as a cybersecurity professional: https://www.patreon.com/hackervalleystudio Become a sponsor of the show to amplify your brand: https://hackervalley.com/work-with-us/ Love Hacker Valley Studio? Pick up some swag: https://store.hackervalley.com