Cody Brown, CEO of Security Research Group and former Navy Cyber Operations Specialist, brings over a decade of experience in offensive cyber operations, national defense, and enterprise security. From U.S. Cyber Command to startup leadership, Cody breaks down how modern cyber threats work, what's hype versus reality in AI security, and why every business — large or small — needs a defense mindset.

Episode Highlights • The biggest cybersecurity threats facing individuals and small businesses today • How to detect and respond to hacks before they escalate • What "military-grade" cybersecurity really means — and how it applies commercially • The truth about AI in cybersecurity: hype, reality, and risk • Lessons from Navy intelligence and government contracting that every founder should know

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Guest Bio (Condensed) Cody Brown is the CEO of Security Research Group, where he leads initiatives in military-grade cybersecurity, compliance, and defense technology. A former Navy CTN and cybersecurity lead for the Department of Defense, Cody has directed national-scale operations for agencies including U.S. Cyber Command and the Army Research Lab. He holds a Master of Information Technology from Virginia Tech and a B.S. in Cyber Operations from Dakota State University.

Guest Links Website – https://securityresearch.us/ LinkedIn (Company) – https://www.linkedin.com/company/srg-sec/ LinkedIn (Personal) – https://www.linkedin.com/in/cody-ross-brown/

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Topics Discussed (for Libsyn Notes) • Understanding modern cybersecurity and common myths • Individual vs. business-level cyber threats • Responding to hacks and ransomware incidents • AI in cybersecurity — hype, tools, and real threats • Government vs. private sector cybersecurity operations • Starting and running a cybersecurity company • Balancing technical work with customer service • Hiring and developing cybersecurity talent • Government contracting and compliance requirements • Future trends in cyber defense and insider threats