Kevin Pentecost and Jason Poppillon, hosts of the Cyber Distortion podcast, stop by BarCode to share their experiences and insights in the field of cybersecurity. We discuss topics such as ransomware, social engineering, and the CISSP. Their podcast combines technical expertise with a fun and engaging approach, making it accessible to both technical and non-technical audiences. They also highlight the importance of networking and building relationships in the cybersecurity industry. TI...

Vivek Ramachandran is a cybersecurity professional and the founder of SquareX, a browser-based cybersecurity solution. He is known for his groundbreaking Wi-Fi attack discoveries, best-selling hacking books, and trainings for cybersecurity professionals worldwide. Vivek is also the creator of the hacker comic book series, "Hackers: Superheroes of the Digital Age." Vivek stops by the bar to to discuss his background in cybersecurity and his journey to becoming an entrepreneur. He shares how h...

SESSION TITLE: BCP LIVE on Rendezvous Yacht RECORDED: 10/26/23 VENUE: Rendezvous (Private Yacht) LOCATION: Philadelphia, PA GUEST: David Lingenfelter, Anahi Santiago and Tammy Klotz SPONSOR: N/A ABOUT THE GUESTS:​ David Lingenfelter - VP of Information Security at Penn Entertainment, with a 30-year career in cybersecurity. Anahi Santiago - CISO at Christiana Care, the largest health system in Delaware, with a passion for healthcare cybersecurity. Tammy Klotz - CISO at Trinzio, with 7 y...

Paul V. McEnroe is an award-winning engineer and former IBM executive who played a pivotal role in the development of the universal product code (UPC), also known as the barcode. With over two decades of experience at IBM, McEnroe led a team that created one of the most influential technologies of our generation. He is the author of the business memoir titled "The Barcode," which tells the story of his journey and the development of the barcode. McEnroe shares his background, from being ado...

Ron Nissim, co-founder and CEO of Entitle IO, joins Chris at the bar to discuss identity and access management (IAM) in the cloud. They explore the differences between traditional IAM and cloud IAM, as well as the pain points organizations commonly face with access requests and approval processes. Ron shares a specific incident that sparked the idea for Entitle IO and explains how their platform has helped organizations improve their IAM efforts. He also discusses the future of IAM and upcomi...

Mike Petrie, a pioneer in the fraud investigative industry, discusses his journey into the field and the evolution of investigative techniques. He emphasizes the importance of social media intelligence and the role it plays in uncovering fraud. Mike also highlights the need for education on protecting personal information and the integration of AI in fraud detection and prevention. He shares advice for aspiring investigators and discusses the concept of Webutation, a platform for protecting o...

SESSION TITLE: METAWAR RECORDED: 8/10/23 VENUE: Virgil's Real BBQ LOCATION: Las Vegas, NV GUEST: Winn Schwartau TIMESTAMPS: 0:02:30 - Introduction to the METAWAR Project and the challenge of reality distortion 0:04:00 - Explanation of the six steps of the METAWAR thesis 0:05:58 - Discussion on immersive experiences and reality distortion 0:09:37 - Explanation of reality distortion and the difference between disinformation and misinformation 0:15:38 - Discussion on the addictive nature ...

SESSION TITLE: How I Rob Banks RECORDED: 8/9/23 VENUE: BAR CODE BURGER BAR LOCATION: Las Vegas, NV GUEST: FC (Freaky Clown) SPONSOR: Cyber Job Academy TIMESTAMPS: 0:00:22 - Introduction and discussion about FC's book "I Rob Banks" 0:01:12 - Reconnaissance and the importance of overplanning 0:02:07 - Digital recon and the limitations of Google Maps 0:03:36 - The value of extensive recon and avoiding people 0:04:21 - Possibility of book adaptation into a feature film 0:05:00 - Speculatio...

In the unpredictable landscape of the digital mountains, a remarkable group of Sherpas thrives as guides, offering vital information during expeditions. Among them, Tracy Z. Maleeff stands out as a cybersecurity expert, leading and inspiring others on their journey. Her story takes her from the humble setting of a library to the forefront of cybersecurity, where she provides essential guidance and support, navigating through the peaks and valleys of the cyber realm. TIMESTAMPS: 0:03:25 - Tra...

Cybersecurity professionals are essential for keeping organizations safe from potential threats and ensuring business continuity. According to recent studies, the demand for cybersecurity professionals has surged significantly, and this trend is expected to continue. Unfortunately, qualified people are still having a hard time breaking into the industry, although it's not impossible. And there is help from insiders that are here to help with the process. Colleen Lennox, founder of Cyber Job ...