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In this episode of The Other Side of the Firewall, Ryan Williams Sr. and Edgar Vanterpool discuss Edgar's unique journey from the automotive industry to becoming a Business Information Security Officer (BISO). They explore the skills required for the role, the importance of understanding business needs in cybersecurity, and the balance between technical and business perspectives. Edgar shares valuable insights for aspiring BISOs and emphasizes the significance of asking the right questions. The conversation also touches on Edgar's personal interests, including his passion for cars and gaming.
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Chapters
00:00 Introduction to the Podcast and Guests
02:23 Edgar's Background: From Automotive to Cybersecurity
04:47 The Intersection of Mechanics and Cybersecurity
07:08 Transitioning to IT: The Journey Begins
09:46 Growth into the BISO Role
12:27 Understanding Business Needs in Cybersecurity
14:44 Navigating the C-Suite: Balancing Technical and Business Perspectives
17:15 The Philosophy of Cybersecurity and Business Integration
21:18 Navigating the Role of BISO
23:12 The Evolution of Cybersecurity Roles
27:14 Pathways to Becoming a BISO
29:36 Keys to Breaking into Cybersecurity
32:03 Life Beyond Work: Hobbies and Passions
#cybersecurity #biso #breakintotech
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By Ryan WilliamsIn this episode of The Other Side of the Firewall, Ryan Williams Sr. and Edgar Vanterpool discuss Edgar's unique journey from the automotive industry to becoming a Business Information Security Officer (BISO). They explore the skills required for the role, the importance of understanding business needs in cybersecurity, and the balance between technical and business perspectives. Edgar shares valuable insights for aspiring BISOs and emphasizes the significance of asking the right questions. The conversation also touches on Edgar's personal interests, including his passion for cars and gaming.
Please buy my book:
➡️ Visit https://theothersideofthefirewall.com to order your softcover copy at a special launch discount!
➡️ Use the universal link https://books2read.com/theothersideofthefirewall to select your preferred eBook or print store.
Socials:
Website - www.ramcyber.io
Heroes Media Group: https://www.heroesmediagroup.com/shows/the-other-side-of-the-firewall/
Audio - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-other-side-of-the-firewall/id1542479181
YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@theothersideofthefirewall7511
ReppedFLIX - https://lnkd.in/eVis2CbS
WDJY 99.1 FM: https://www.wdjyfm.com/
TuneIn: https://lnkd.in/e2crcZU8
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61556539026086
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/theothersideofthefw
X (Twitter) - https://twitter.com/Ask_a_CISSP
TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@ryanwilliams683
Medium - https://medium.com/@ryanwilliamssenior
Subscribe to LinkedIn Newsletter - https://www.linkedin.com/build-relation/newsletter-follow?entityUrn=7172626552545865728
LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-other-side-of-the-firewall/
Ryan on Twitter, LinkedIn, Clubhouse, and Threads - @ryrysecurityguy
Chris on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisabacon/
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to the Podcast and Guests
02:23 Edgar's Background: From Automotive to Cybersecurity
04:47 The Intersection of Mechanics and Cybersecurity
07:08 Transitioning to IT: The Journey Begins
09:46 Growth into the BISO Role
12:27 Understanding Business Needs in Cybersecurity
14:44 Navigating the C-Suite: Balancing Technical and Business Perspectives
17:15 The Philosophy of Cybersecurity and Business Integration
21:18 Navigating the Role of BISO
23:12 The Evolution of Cybersecurity Roles
27:14 Pathways to Becoming a BISO
29:36 Keys to Breaking into Cybersecurity
32:03 Life Beyond Work: Hobbies and Passions
#cybersecurity #biso #breakintotech