Victoria Mosby - Embracing Ideas: Overcoming Self-Doubt
SummaryIn this conversation, Victoria Mosby emphasizes the importance of overcoming self-doubt and embracing new ideas. She encourages listeners to take risks and not let insecurities hold them back from pursuing opportunities for growth and learning.TakeawaysDon't let it talk, don't let yourself talk yourself out of a good idea.It's the fact that you tried it and this goes out to a coworker who you know it's insecurity.Embrace the possibility of failure as a learning opportunity.Reach out to others to learn more, despite insecurities.Taking risks can lead to personal and professional growth.Insecurity shouldn't prevent you from pursuing your interests.Trying new things is more valuable than the outcome.Encouragement can help others overcome their doubts.Learning is a continuous journey, not a destination.Support each other in overcoming self-doubt.Connect with Victoria:https://www.linkedin.com/in/victoria-mosby/https://www.victoriamosby.com/Chapters00:00 Introduction and Background01:52 Victoria's Hacker Origin Story04:51 The Importance of Networking07:36 Balancing Work and Personal Life10:06 The Role of AI in Policy Writing11:37 Compliance and Its Impact on Security Roles13:53 Getting into Policy Work16:44 Understanding the Sales Engineer Role19:53 Skills and Experience for Sales Engineers22:06 Breaking into Sales Engineering25:47 Overcoming Imposter Syndrome29:05 Phillip Wylie Show Outro Video.mp4
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Marshall Livingston: From Restaurant to Cybersecurity
SummaryIn this episode of the Philip Wylie Show, host Phillip Wylie interviews Marshall Livingston, who shares his journey from the restaurant industry to cybersecurity. They discuss the importance of coding in cybersecurity, the impact of AI on the industry, and how it can be leveraged for business opportunities. Marshall also talks about the role of sales engineering as a career path and his current ventures in creating engaging cybersecurity training solutions. The conversation emphasizes the need for understanding AI and its implications for job automation and decision-making in the tech industry.Connect with Marshall!https://www.linkedin.com/in/marshall-livingston-007031337/Chapters00:00 Introduction and Guest Background01:09 Marshall's Hacker Origin Story04:17 The Role of Coding in Cybersecurity06:26 AI's Impact on Cybersecurity and Coding10:12 Leveraging AI for Business Opportunities12:05 Market Analysis and AI Trends15:39 The Importance of Understanding AI17:29 AI's Role in Decision Making21:28 Job Automation and AI's Impact on Employment23:54 Sales Engineering as a Career Path26:44 Marshall's Current Ventures and Future Plans
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Edna Jonsson: From Coding to Cybersecurity
SummaryIn this episode of the Philip Wylie Show, Edna Jonsson shares her journey into cybersecurity, detailing her transition from coding to becoming a SOC analyst. She discusses the importance of education, certifications, and self-study, as well as the value of community and networking in the field. Edna also highlights her podcast aimed at helping newcomers to cybersecurity and encourages listeners to engage with their local cybersecurity communities.Takeaways• Edna's journey into cybersecurity began with coding and attending DEF CON.• Working in a SOC involves monitoring alerts and understanding security events.• Certifications like Security Plus and CYSA+ are beneficial for breaking into cybersecurity.• Self-study and continuous learning are crucial in the ever-evolving field of cybersecurity.• Networking and community involvement can significantly enhance career opportunities.• Edna emphasizes the importance of hands-on experience and participating in CTFs.• Volunteering at cybersecurity events can lead to valuable connections and learning opportunities.• Having a degree is not mandatory, but it can help in job applications.• Edna's podcast aims to support newcomers in their cybersecurity careers.• Resource sharing is a vital part of contributing to the cybersecurity community.Connect with Edna! https://www.linkedin.com/in/ednajonsson/https://www.youtube.com/ @EdnaJonsson Chapters00:00 Introduction to Cybersecurity Journey02:55 Edna's Hacker Origin Story05:23 Understanding the SOC Role07:46 Career Pathways from SOC10:20 Degrees and Certifications in Cybersecurity12:54 The Importance of Self-Study15:50 Community Engagement in Cybersecurity18:21 Launching the Security Chipmunks Podcast20:55 Networking and Community Building
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Anand Singh: Data Security in the Age of AI
SummaryJoin Phillip Wylie as he interviews Anand Singh about his new book on AI security and the critical intersection of data protection, cybersecurity, and artificial intelligence. Anand shares his journey from working on Cray supercomputers to becoming a cybersecurity leader, and provides practical frameworks for organizations adopting AI securely.TakeawaysAI can be a useful tool for individuals.Malicious actors also leverage AI for attacks.It's crucial to secure the use of AI.AI is transforming security tooling.Understanding AI's dual nature is essential.Security for AI and AI for security are interconnected.The landscape of AI includes both benefits and risks.Organizations must be proactive in AI security.AI's potential for misuse is a growing concern.Cybersecurity strategies must evolve with AI advancements.Sound bites"AI is a very useful tool for individuals.""How are you securing your use of AI?""AI for security is becoming more important."Chapters00:00 Introduction to Anand Singh and His Book07:01 Anand's Hacker Origin Story12:30 The Importance of AI in Cybersecurity20:15 Risks of AI and Data Security25:04 Implementing AI Securely in Organizations28:02 AI vs Machine Learning and Final Thoughts29:49 Phillip Wylie Show Outro VideoConnect with Anand and get his book! https://www.linkedin.com/in/anandsinghmn/https://www.amazon.com/Data-Security-Age-Protecting-AI-Driven/dp/1968433015/My interview with Anand for the Phosphorus IoT Security Podcast:https://phosphorus.io/securing-the-foundation-cyber-strategy-in-the-age-of-smart-infrastructure-with-global-ciso-anand-singh/
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Emily Dobson: From Family Influence to Cybersecurity Success
SummaryIn this episode of the Phillip Wylie Show, Emily Dobson shares her journey into cybersecurity, influenced by her family's background in technology. She discusses her experiences in digital forensics, the importance of networking, and her role in organizing conferences. Emily emphasizes the value of certifications and soft skills in the industry, as well as the significance of public speaking. The conversation concludes with her advice for newcomers in cybersecurity and her future aspirations in the field.TakeawaysEmily's interest in cybersecurity was sparked by her father's career.Networking is crucial for breaking into the cybersecurity field.Running conferences has helped Emily build valuable connections.Certifications can provide an edge in the job market.Soft skills are often as important as technical skills in cybersecurity.Public speaking can significantly enhance one's career opportunities.There are various career paths in cybersecurity beyond penetration testing.GRC roles are often overlooked but offer great starting points.Emily encourages newcomers to speak at conferences to gain experience.The importance of passion in choosing topics for presentations.Connect with Emily! https://www.linkedin.com/in/emily-dobson-cyber-technology/Chapters00:00 Introduction and Background03:23 Emily's Journey into Cybersecurity06:08 The Importance of Networking08:47 Running Conferences and Building Connections11:50 The Role of Certifications in Cybersecurity14:27 Exploring Career Paths in Cybersecurity17:27 Soft Skills in Cybersecurity20:10 Public Speaking and Overcoming Fears22:52 Future Aspirations and Closing Thoughts
Join Phillip Wylie Show host Phillip Wylie as he and his guests discuss the intriguing and ever-expanding field of cybersecurity, including topics from the offensive security side to the defensive and response sides of cybersecurity. Frequent offensive security topics include pentesting, red teaming, ethical hacking, security research, and bug bounties. Guests share their origin stories, tips, and career advice. Phillip and his guests discuss content creation and personal branding in this podcast. If you enjoyed Phillip's previous podcast, The Hacker Factory, you will love this!
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