Hi ,Quick heads-up—our special launch promotion for the Cybersecurity Mentors Membership is almost full.When we opened the doors to the program, we offered a deal to the first 10 people:Get our Plus Plan (normally $119/month) for the Starter Plan pri...
Hi ,A question we often hear from aspiring cybersecurity professionals is:“There’s so much free info out there—can’t I just figure this out on my own?”The short answer? Yes.You can piece together videos, articles, and online courses. There are some e...
In this episode, we chat with Carson Sallis, Senior Offensive Security Engineer and Vulnerability Researcher at NVIDIA. Carson walks us through a day in the life of a pentester and shares actionable advice for anyone looking to break into offensive s...
In this episode, Steve and John dive into why securing systems is a must-know skill in cybersecurity. Learn the basics of system hardening, access control, and logging, plus practical tools and labs to get hands-on. They also explore how AI can boost...
Craig Sheffield shares his unconventional journey transitioning from teaching English in Taiwan to pursuing a cybersecurity career, highlighting how his background in music and audio engineering provided unexpected transferable skills. He also shares...
In this episode, we delve into the often-overlooked yet fundamental importance of learning how to "build" systems, networks, and applications for cybersecurity professionals. Coining the philosophy "Build, Secure, Hack," we explore why hands-on exper...
In this episode, we talk with Doug Burks, founder and CEO of Security Onion Solutions. He shares his journey from computer enthusiast to cybersecurity company founder and how he's helping defenders catch bad guys through accessible network security m...
We’re excited to announce the premiere of Season 3, Episode 2 of the Cybersecurity Mentors Podcast – dropping tomorrow!This week’s guest: Doug Burks, founder and CEO of Security Onion Solutions.Doug takes us through his incredible journey—from curiou...
In this episode, we dive deep into the world of cyber deception—from classic honeypots to canary tokens and more. Learn how deception isn't just a defense tactic, but a skill every aspiring cybersecurity analyst should master. We'll explore real-worl...
We're back and coming in hot!Season 3, Episode 1 drops tomorrow at 9:30 AM EST, and we're kicking things off with a topic that every cybersecurity professional should have in their toolkit.The title of the episode is "Mastering the Art of Deception i...
We're back and coming in hot!Season 3, Episode 1 drops tomorrow at 9:30 AM EST, and we're kicking things off with a topic that every cybersecurity professional should have in their toolkit.The title of the episode is "Mastering the Art of Deception i...
This episode delves into the current state of the cybersecurity job market and offers essential strategies for breaking into the industry. Kelly Belding, an experienced IT recruiter, discusses hiring trends, the importance of relevant skills and cert...
In this episode we chat with Daniel, who is just starting on his journey in cybersecurity. We work to give him guidance, direction, and a roadmap for landing his first job. • What sparked Daniel's interest in cybersecurity • Current job enhances trou...
This episode focuses on essential skills and tools for aspiring cybersecurity analysts, including network monitoring, incident response, and phishing defense. The conversation emphasizes the importance of practical experience and understanding the fu...
This episode is part one of two that focuses on essential tools and skills for aspiring security analysts. In this episode we discuss SIEM tools, vulnerability management, and endpoint protection. Check out the link for the resources. • Importance of...