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 Jul 18, 2023
Tuesday Jul 18, 2023
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:
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Tuesday Jul 11, 2023
Tuesday Jul 11, 2023
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/
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Tuesday Jun 27, 2023
Tuesday Jun 27, 2023
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.
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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
Tuesday Jun 20, 2023
Tuesday Jun 20, 2023
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/
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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
Tuesday Jun 13, 2023
Tuesday Jun 13, 2023
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.
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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