In this episode, we explore the dynamic world of cybersecurity with Jacob Latonis from Proofpoint. Jacob discusses his academic journey, his initial foray into security, and his current role in threat research. He shares insights on how MongoDB is utilized at Proofpoint, particularly for managing forensics data. The conversation also covers Jacob's involvement in open-source projects, his views on artificial intelligence in security, and his active role in the MongoDB community. Listeners will gain valuable perspectives on security challenges and the importance of community engagement in tech.