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9/11, The CoronaCheck-app and Edward Snowden: Insights from Brenno de Winter
Welcome to another episode of Cyber Security District, the podcast where we interview the most inspiring minds in the cybersecurity industry. In this episode, we have the pleasure of hosting Brenno de Winter, a renowned journalist, public speaker, author, and cybersecurity expert.
Brenno shares his fascinating career journey, starting from his early days as an IT professional, to his pivotal decision to become a journalist after the events of September 11th, 2001. He delves into his investigative journalism career, highlighting significant moments such as the DigiNotar hack and the impact of Edward Snowden's revelations.
Currently working at the Ministry of Health, Sports, and Welfare in the Netherlands, Brenno discusses his role in developing the CoronaCheck-app and his ongoing efforts in the field of data protection and cybersecurity. He also shares valuable insights and tips for young professionals looking to make a mark in the industry.
Timestamps:
(00:00) Introduction
(00:15) Welcoming Brenno de Winter
(00:48) Brenno's early career in IT
(03:09) Transition to journalism post-9/11
(05:25) Impact of Edward Snowden's revelations
(06:28) Changes in society post-9/11
(08:39) Becoming a successful journalist
(11:26) Memorable moments in investigative journalism
(14:18) Early challenges in cybersecurity journalism
(15:29) Europe's approach to data protection
(20:04) Transition back to cybersecurity
(25:40) Role at the Ministry of Health and the CoronaCheck-app
(29:09) Future plans and OpenKAT project
(33:51) Tips for young professionals in cybersecurity
(36:57) Final thoughts and message to CISOs
Connect with us:
- Laurens Jagt on LinkedIn: Laurens Jagt
Visit our website: https://www.cybersecuritydistrict.com/
Subscribe to our newsletter and follow us here: https://beacons.ai/cybersecuritydistrict
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Welcome to another episode of Cyber Security District, the podcast where we interview the most inspiring minds in the cybersecurity industry. In this episode, we have the pleasure of hosting Brenno de Winter, a renowned journalist, public speaker, author, and cybersecurity expert.
Brenno shares his fascinating career journey, starting from his early days as an IT professional, to his pivotal decision to become a journalist after the events of September 11th, 2001. He delves into his investigative journalism career, highlighting significant moments such as the DigiNotar hack and the impact of Edward Snowden's revelations.
Currently working at the Ministry of Health, Sports, and Welfare in the Netherlands, Brenno discusses his role in developing the CoronaCheck-app and his ongoing efforts in the field of data protection and cybersecurity. He also shares valuable insights and tips for young professionals looking to make a mark in the industry.
Timestamps:
(00:00) Introduction
(00:15) Welcoming Brenno de Winter
(00:48) Brenno's early career in IT
(03:09) Transition to journalism post-9/11
(05:25) Impact of Edward Snowden's revelations
(06:28) Changes in society post-9/11
(08:39) Becoming a successful journalist
(11:26) Memorable moments in investigative journalism
(14:18) Early challenges in cybersecurity journalism
(15:29) Europe's approach to data protection
(20:04) Transition back to cybersecurity
(25:40) Role at the Ministry of Health and the CoronaCheck-app
(29:09) Future plans and OpenKAT project
(33:51) Tips for young professionals in cybersecurity
(36:57) Final thoughts and message to CISOs
Connect with us:
- Laurens Jagt on LinkedIn: Laurens Jagt
Visit our website: https://www.cybersecuritydistrict.com/
Subscribe to our newsletter and follow us here: https://beacons.ai/cybersecuritydistrict