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Tuesday Oct 29, 2024
Tuesday Oct 29, 2024
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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