Becoming an Ethical Hacker

The cybersecurity industry is working hard to close the skills gap. But, with increasing advancements in technology and a continuously rising number of attacks, the gap is widening. It’s predicted that, by 2022, there will be a shortage of 1.8 million workers in the information security sector.

Paul is joined by Gordon, a senior consultant at Secarma, to discuss his path into cybersecurity. Warning – he doesn’t take a direct route!

If you're short on time here are some of the key points:

2'46 Hours lost to Command and Conquer!

21'23 What is EternalBlue?

23'41 Metasploit: What type of hacker are you? Run or exploit?

25'41 We all make mistakes, it's how you deal with them that matters.

38'00 Top tips for starting a career in cyber

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Listening time: 40 minutes

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Hosted by: Paul Mason, Ethical Hacker & Head of Education at Secarma

Guest: Gordon, Senior Consultant, Secarma