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 Apr 18, 2023
Tuesday Apr 18, 2023
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!
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Tuesday Apr 11, 2023
Tuesday Apr 11, 2023
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?
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Tuesday Apr 04, 2023
Tuesday Apr 04, 2023
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Impactful Moments
00:00 - Introduction
01:22 - What is Threat Intelligence?
02:17 - How did you get into Threat Intel?
03:20 - All Source vs Threat Intelligence
04:09 - What was the transition into cyber like?
07:03 - What is the salary potential for Threat Intel analysts?
09:00 - What skills do Threat Intel Analysts need?
10:09 - How to answer tough Threat Intel interview questions
10:47 - What does the first day on the job look like?
12:07 - What are the expectations of a Threat Intel Analyst?
13:18 - What expectations should an Intel Analyst have for their employer?
16:51 - Are threat intel feeds valuable?
18:26 - Chris’ first big threat intel “win”
22:24 - How have you changed as an analyst over the years?
24:22 - How to stand out in cybersecurity
27:24 - Advice for those breaking into Cyber Threat Intel
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Tuesday Mar 28, 2023
Tuesday Mar 28, 2023
Special Thanks to our sponsor NetSPI 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 http://netspi.com/HVM
This Hacker Valley Studio episode features Jake Reynolds, Head of Emerging Technology @ NetSPI.
We chat with Jake about:
0:00 - Welcome Jake Reynolds
2:30 - What is a full stack engineer?
4:39 - Having a large cybersecurity attack surface
6:00 - Attack surface trends
8:29 - Do cloud engineers need to know networking?
10:12 - Levels of abstraction in the cloud and making sense of it
12:13 - Does bug bounty help you with your job?
15:49 - Will we see network exploits again?
16:53 - Special question from NetSPI
17:31 - Which emerging technologies are you watching?
20:30 - Have we really reached the max of ChatGPT hypes?
24:33 - What AI/ML capability does cybersecurity need?
27:28 - How do we stack the deck against the hackers?
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Connect with Chris Cochran on LinkedIn and Twitter
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Tuesday Mar 21, 2023
Tuesday Mar 21, 2023
In this episode of the podcast, Ron Eddings and Chris Cochran share insights and tips on how to navigate a career in cybersecurity. They discuss the importance of having the right mindset, finding the right career path, building a network, and negotiating a salary.
Ron and Chris emphasize the value of having a positive attitude and being open to learning and growth. They suggest exploring different areas within cybersecurity to find the best fit for your interests and skills. Additionally, they stress the importance of building a strong network, both online and in-person, to connect with industry professionals and stay up to date on the latest trends and technologies.
Ron offers advice on negotiating a salary and knowing your worth. Ron and Chris also encourage listeners to do their research and interview for multiple jobs to get a sense of market rates for different roles. They also discuss the taboo around discussing salaries in cybersecurity and offer suggestions on how to navigate this sensitive topic.
Be sure to subscribe to Hacker Valley Studio, the premiere cybersecurity podcast for cybersecurity professionals.
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 http://netspi.com/HVM
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Links:
Purchase an HVS t-shirt at our shop
Join our Patreon monthly creative mastermind
Connect with Ron Eddings on LinkedIn and Twitter
Connect with Chris Cochran on LinkedIn and Twitter
Continue the conversation by joining our Discord