Welcome back to the show! Hacker Valley Studio podcast features Host Ron Eddings, as he explores the world of cybersecurity through the eyes of professionals in the industry. We cover everything from inspirational real-life stories in tech, to highlighting influential cybersecurity companies, and we do so in a fun and enthusiastic way. We’re making cybersecurity accessible, creating a whole new form of entertainment: cybertainment.
Episodes
Tuesday Oct 01, 2024
Tuesday Oct 01, 2024
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/
Check out our upcoming events: https://www.hackervalley.com/livestreams
Join our creative mastermind and stand out as a cybersecurity professional:
https://www.patreon.com/hackervalleystudio
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Continue the conversation by joining our Discord: https://hackervalley.com/discord
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Tuesday Sep 24, 2024
Tuesday Sep 24, 2024
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
Check out our upcoming events: https://www.hackervalley.com/livestreams
Join our creative mastermind and stand out as a cybersecurity professional:
https://www.patreon.com/hackervalleystudio
Love Hacker Valley Studio? Pick up some swag: https://store.hackervalley.com
Continue the conversation by joining our Discord: https://hackervalley.com/discord
Check out our upcoming events: hackervalley.com/livestreams
Tuesday Sep 17, 2024
Tuesday Sep 17, 2024
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
Check out our upcoming events: https://www.hackervalley.com/livestreams
Join our creative mastermind and stand out as a cybersecurity professional:
https://www.patreon.com/hackervalleystudio
Love Hacker Valley Studio? Pick up some swag: https://store.hackervalley.com
Continue the conversation by joining our Discord: https://hackervalley.com/discord
Become a sponsor of the show to amplify your brand: https://hackervalley.com/work-with-us/
Tuesday Sep 10, 2024
Tuesday Sep 10, 2024
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/
Check out our upcoming events: https://www.hackervalley.com/livestreams
Join our creative mastermind and stand out as a cybersecurity professional:
https://www.patreon.com/hackervalleystudio
Love Hacker Valley Studio? Pick up some swag: https://store.hackervalley.com
Continue the conversation by joining our Discord: https://hackervalley.com/discord
Become a sponsor of the show to amplify your brand: https://hackervalley.com/work-with-us/
Tuesday Sep 03, 2024
Tuesday Sep 03, 2024
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:
Connect with our guest, Joe South: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joseph-south/
Check out the Security Unfiltered podcast here: https://securityunfiltered.com
Check out our upcoming events: https://www.hackervalley.com/livestreams
Join our creative mastermind and stand out as a cybersecurity professional:
https://www.patreon.com/hackervalleystudio
Love Hacker Valley Studio? Pick up some swag: https://store.hackervalley.com
Continue the conversation by joining our Discord: https://hackervalley.com/discord
Become a sponsor of the show to amplify your brand: https://hackervalley.com/work-with-us/