Send us Fan Mail and we can reply directly! Can a cybersecurity mentor or coach really help you break into or grow your career? In this episode, we break down the difference between mentorship and coaching, why investing in guidance matters, and what...
Send us Fan Mail and we can reply directly! In Part 3 of our Mastering Cybersecurity series, we explore why learning how to hack isn’t just for red teamers — it’s a critical skill for defenders, too. Understanding offensive tactics can sharpen your d...
Send us Fan Mail and we can reply directly! 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...
Send us Fan Mail and we can reply directly! 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...
Send us Fan Mail and we can reply directly! 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 un...
Send us Fan Mail and we can reply directly! 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,...
Send us Fan Mail and we can reply directly! 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 ba...
Send us Fan Mail and we can reply directly! 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 an...
Send us Fan Mail and we can reply directly! 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...
Send us Fan Mail and we can reply directly! 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...