Welcome to Cyber Careers in Coffee. In this episode, host Jesse Bolton and guest Nathan Chung discuss the significance of embracing neurodiversity in the cybersecurity workforce. Nathan, a cloud security architect with over 25 years in the field, shares his personal experiences with autism and ADHD, and how neurodiversity brings invaluable perspectives and skills to the industry. They explore the challenges neurodivergent individuals face in the hiring process and the workplace, and offer strategies for companies to attract and retain neurodivergent talent.

0:00 Embracing Neurodiversity in Cyber w/ Nathan Chung

00:42 Welcome and Introduction to Neurodiversity in Cybersecurity

02:22 Understanding Neurodiversity: Definitions and Personal Experiences

04:01 Challenges and Opportunities for Neurodivergent Individuals in the Workforce

06:16 Improving Conference Accessibility for Neurodivergent Individuals

09:31 Navigating the Interview Process as a Neurodivergent Candidate

24:03 Addressing the Job Market Challenges for Neurodivergent Professionals

32:38 The Importance of Remote Work and Autonomy for Neurodivergent Employees

34:22 Closing Thoughts

For my Neuro-spicy friends, here’s some of my fave hyper-focus Spotify playlists:

Brainwave Therapy playlist - https://open.spotify.com/album/0NkOBhZ53Wbv2KRyzBytjR?si=2CaglvjmQRWiQU9ZfmZPtg

“Chess Music” playlist ('cause I love Chess AND Classical) -  https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4Qq62VGMW0USAntJYEbVIG?si=527d2d8f7b2144ae

Fave GSD playlist - https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2RHfgparZ8PzI4tJnYtVof?si=e419a34b484641e4

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