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 08, 2024
Tuesday Oct 08, 2024
How can AI shape the future of cybersecurity defense? In this episode, we dive into SOC operations, AI integration, and the latest in threat detection with John Hubbard, Cyber Defense Curriculum Lead at SANS.
John discusses the expansive landscape of cybersecurity defense, while sharing insights on AI's role in threat detection and the cutting-edge tools that are pushing the boundaries of cybersecurity. From automation to detecting anomalies in network traffic, this episode will bring you up to speed on the latest trends and challenges facing cyber defense teams.
Impactful Moments:
- 00:00 – Introduction
- 01:00 – Meet John Hubbard: Cyber Defense Curriculum Lead at SANS
- 02:30 – Overview of the SANS Cyber Defense Curriculum
- 03:30 – The Role of AI in Cybersecurity
- 05:30 – How AI is Shaping Threat Detection in SOCs
- 09:00 – Automation and AI: Practical Use Cases
- 15:00 – AI in Network Traffic Analysis
- 19:00 – The Future of SOC Operations with AI
Links:
Connect with our guest, John Hubbard: https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnlhubbard/
Check out the SANS Cybersecurity Courses & Certifications: https://www.sans.org/cyber-security-courses/
Check out our upcoming events: https://www.hackervalley.com/livestreams
Join our creative mastermind and stand out as a cybersecurity professional:
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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
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Continue the conversation by joining our Discord: https://hackervalley.com/discord
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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/