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
Monday May 10, 2021
Monday May 10, 2021
In this episode, we have the powerful Tamas Henning, Director of Security Engineering at Marqeta and also Trust and Safety Advisor for XR Safety Initiative.
Tamas got started in technology at a very young age and that is credited to his dad. In the Early 90s his dad built a software company, and he was a super curious kid. By 6th grade, he learned trigonometry just so he could recreate Tetris.
Take a listen to this incredible origin story and passion project of securing XR.
Key Takeaways
0:00 Intro
1:22 Show starts with Ron & Chris
1:50 Introduction to Tamas Henning
2:25 Tamas shares his background
3:30 Introduction to tech
6:48 Challenges faced
8:20 How Tamas’ dad feels about him
9:50 Brotherly relationships
10:50 Why security?
17:37 Kids and exposure to the internet
21:27 Thoughts about information collection
24:22 XR and what it really means
27:25 Making the internet safer
29:58 Advice to people who want to make an impact
31:01 Best ways to keep up with Tamas
Links:
Support Hacker Valley Studio on Patreon. Follow Hacker Valley Studio on Twitter.
Follow hosts Ron Eddings and Chris Cochran on Twitter.
Learn more about our sponsor ByteChek.
Tuesday May 04, 2021
Tuesday May 04, 2021
In this episode, we welcome Chani Simms, Managing Director of Meta Defence Labs as well as Founder and Chief Architect of She Ciso Exec. Chani tells us the story of her rise from tragedy during childhood to being triumphant today.
0:00 Intro
1:03 In this episode with Chani Simms
2:22 Chani shares a bit about her background
3:35 Exposure to IT
5:24 First cold call experience
6:24 Chani’s early years in Sri Lanka
12:25 How did Chani recover from the trauma
13:08 What gave Chani hope
16:24 How a specific billboard spoke to her
18:12 Surprises along the way
20:35 Superpowers
23:00 Emotional intelligence
25:40 Having a good relationship with others
28:43 Chani’s advice to others
31:08 Connecting with Chani
Links:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chani-simms
Twitter: https://twitter.com/ChaniSimms
Website: www.metadefencelabs.com
TedX Talk: https://www.ted.com/talks/chani_simms_stop_chasing_the_magic_security_box
Learn more about Hacker Valley Studio.
Learn more about our sponsor AttackIQ and enroll in The AttackIQ Academy!
Sunday May 02, 2021
Sunday May 02, 2021
Vote here: https://www.hackervalley.com/vote
It might seem impossible... but we need an incredible amount of votes to have a shot to win this People's Choice Webby.
Who would have thought that two black cybersecurity professional with home studios, would have a shot against these huge media companies.
But this prize is more than the trophy or the title.
We are representing cybersecurity.
We are representing the independent creators.
We are representing the underrepresented.
The audacious part... We believe we will win this thing.
30 seconds of your time can put us in the history books.
Tuesday Apr 27, 2021
Tuesday Apr 27, 2021
In the studio today is Jimmy Sanders, a mentor, technician and all-around leader. Jimmy is the head of information security at Netflix DVD where he secures data and systems from cyber threat while building resilient compliance programs across technology, financial services, and healthcare organizations.
Jimmy is here to talk about what we are worth in technology and cyber security. He is always full of advice and knowledge and is always promoting positive change in our community.
To start this podcast, Jimmy shares a little about his background and how he came to the role he is in now for Netflix. Along with his career background, he shares all the organizations he is involved with.
Jimmy talks briefly about what happened to him that encouraged him to go 120% and then some in this career choice. He didn’t find his passion in technology until 12 years after graduating college. You will hear how the possibility of never walking again affected his work ethic.
Allan and Jimmy talk at length about those 12-years where Jimmy was stumbling, bouncing from college to college, to flunking out of college. It took those years for him to discover how the absence of passion can truly feel.
The show closes discussing knowing how to recognize opportunities and taking them. In addition, they talk about how important it is to know your worth, recognize your value and that everything in life or work is negotiable. You will only be better than your job description if you make it that way.
Key Takeaways:
0:00 Intro
1:27 Episode begins
2:28 Jimmy Sanders introduced
2:40 Jimmy shares his background
4:20 Jimmy shares how he made his way into cyber security
6:28 What happened to Jimmy that got him going headstrong into cyber security
8:57 For 12-years, Jimmy stumbled through life – what did he learn and do?
10:40 Journey into his career choice and how it skyrocketed
13:00 How does Jimmy stay fresh and on top of advancements
14:54 Jimmy shares his “superpower”
17:55 Making the most of opportunities and getting into that mindset
20:15 Jimmy shares how to know your worth and understand your value
23:35 Negotiations when looking for a job
25:10 Jimmy’s hopes and objectives for the Technology Collaborative Summit which Cyber Ranch is hosting
27:26 Advice to those questioning their value in their cyber security job
28:55 Thank you and how to keep in touch
Links:
Sign up for the April 27th event 3:30 PM – 5:00 PM Pacific Time: www.techwc.org
Jimmy Sanders on LinkedIn
Support Hacker Valley Studio on Patreon. Follow Hacker Valley Studio on Twitter.
Follow hosts Ron Eddings and Chris Cochran on Twitter.
Learn more about our sponsor ByteChek.
Vote for Hacker Valley Studio to win a Webby!
Monday Apr 26, 2021
Monday Apr 26, 2021
In this special announcement, we talk about the Webby's, the incredible honor it is, and the stiff competition we are up against.
Vote and help make our dream become reality here: https://hackervalley.com/vote