Expert panelists and host Marco Estrela bring you behind our shield to discuss current cybersecurity topics ripped from the headlines.

In this special episode, the team interviews one of Virtual Guardian's top SOC managers Tommy Koorevaar. Their discussion dives into what a day in the life of a SOC manager entails and common misconceptions about the inner workings of SOC teams. Our panelists also share their hot topics including how the new presidency in the US is affecting the cybersecurity landscape and how AI is increasing the effectiveness of social engineering attacks.

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Topic 1: Bill

Article title: What A New Presidency Means For Global Cybersecurity—And For SMEs

Source: https://www.forbes.com/councils/forbestechcouncil/2025/02/19/what-a-new-presidency-means-for-global-cybersecurity-and-for-smes/

Topic 2: Patrick

Article title: AI-Powered Social Engineering: Ancillary Tools and Techniques

Source: https://thehackernews.com/2025/02/ai-powered-social-engineering-ancillary.html