In this episode I’m exciting to speak with Sherry Peng, the president for Women in Cybersecurity of Colorado. We met last spring at a Metro State University Cybersecurity event and have talked all things cybersecurity since then. She’s been in cybersecurity for roughly 10yrs working for several telecommunications companies and currently working for a SMB and is the go-to cybersecurity person for the company. We discuss the best entry level position in cybersecurity, what is means to be a leader, mentorships and much more. Please subscribe, like and share via your favorite social media platforms. Hope you enjoy the episode.
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Sherry Peng LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/sherry-peng-professional/

Books

This Is How They Tell Me the World Ends: The Cyberweapons Arms Race by Nicole Perlroth - https://www.amazon.com/This-They-Tell-World-Ends/dp/1635576059

Game of Life and How to Play It (Simple Success Guides) by Florence Scovel Shinn - https://www.amazon.com/Game-Life-How-Play-Complete/dp/1250250692/

Organizations

Women in Cyber - https://www.wicys.org/

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In this episode, I’m joined by Quintana Patterson, who I met via the Denver Chapter of Women in Cybersecurity. And let me tell you, I’m glad I did. I loved her authenticity and genuine concern that things must change not only in our profession but within society. We talk about why representation matters, deep empathetic conversations matter, and why you can’t measure your DEI program by checking boxes. Again, we are here to let our voices be heard and everyone has unique insights that have the potential to resonate with our listeners. We definitely don’t hold back on this episode. Please subscribe, like and share via your favorite social media platforms. Hope you enjoy the episode. 

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Quintana Patterson LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/quintanapatterson1997/

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Books

Forgiving What You Can't Forget: Discover How to Move On, Make Peace with Painful Memories, and Create a Life That’s Beautiful Again - https://www.amazon.com/Forgiving-What-You-Cant-Forget/dp/0718039874

Finding Me: A Memoir by Viola Davis - https://www.amazon.com/Audible-Finding-Me-A-Memoir/dp/B09F56PHTF/

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In this episode I’m Joined with Guillermo Saenz who is in the IT Marketing but adds to the continued dialog of the lack of DEI in cybersecurity. I met him through contacts from The Latino Leadership Institute here in Denver. As I mentioned before, we need to look outside of our industry to make it better and Guillermo educates us by leveraging analogies on how the lack of DEI in IT and Cybersecurity is creating music nobody wants to listen to. We also dive into helping SMBs be more mindful of cybersecurity threats that can lead to financial run. Lastly, we talk about AI because seriously, whoever is not talking about AI, is already behind. Please subscribe, like and share via your favorite social media platforms. Hope you enjoy the episode.

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In this episode I had the amazing honor to have cybersecurity royalty join me on Inclusive Cyber. Mari Galloway is the CEO Women’s Society of CyberJustu or better known as Cyber Justu. We talk about how she got into the industry, challenges, and how to bring more underrepresented groups, especially women into cybersecurity. We talk about how your network matters, how Artificial Intelligence can be leveraged in our cybersecurity careers, along with a host of other great topics. Hope you enjoy the show.

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Today’s episode has three incredible women who are making an impact in their profession and respective communities. Caroline Sanchez Crozier has been an entrepreneur for the past three decades and leads, LatinX Digital Leaders Now, among several other non-profits. Deb Martinez has been in the nonprofit space for the past 20 years as an executive creating educational opportunities for underrepresented communities, and Cindy Munoz who works for the federal government and making waves on the lack of representation of Latinas in Cybersecurity. I met them all during the Raices CyberCon last year. Our conversations have left me with a lot of optimism that working together we can start making an impact. We talk about their respective non-profits, Gatekeeping, and new projects in the horizon. 

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Dear Listeners,

A lot has happen, professionally, during the past month that I will be taking a hiatus until next year. I'm refocusing and rebranding the podcast that will include video and a massive social media push to get the message out regarding the nexus of DEI and Cybersecurity. Thank you for my past guests and looking forward to my future guests that will bring their powerful perspectives, leadership, and experiences to increase DEI in any profession we see ourselves in. 

Stay Safe, Happy Holidays, and have a Happy New Year!

Danny

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In this week's podcast episode, Danny welcomes cybersecurity expert Mary Cheney. Mary, an IT geek and licensed attorney, discusses her extensive career trajectory, starting from her FBI days investigating cybercrime to founding her first company in information security. She talks about her transition from the corporate world, highlighting her 7-year tenure as an executive leader where she managed various cybersecurity aspects. Recently, Mary shifted focus to her non-profit, Minorities in Cybersecurity (MIC), aiming to foster leadership and professional development in cybersecurity.

She shares insights into the challenges in cybersecurity, noting that despite technological advancements, the core issues remain unchanged. Mary emphasizes the importance of security by design and the need for cybersecurity to be proactive rather than reactive. The conversation also covers the four pillars of MIC's programs, designed to guide individuals at different career stages in cybersecurity.

Further, she delves into the barriers faced by minorities and underrepresented groups in the field, discussing unconscious bias, microaggressions, and the need for better mentorship and sponsorship. Mary stresses the urgency to fill the global cybersecurity workforce gap and criticizes the overly stringent job requirements that hinder entry into the field. She advocates for more inclusive and practical approaches to recruiting and training in cybersecurity.

Mary concludes by highlighting the importance of emotional intelligence, executive presence, and trust in leadership roles, recommending related books for further learning. The podcast encapsulates Mary's journey and her efforts to reshape the cybersecurity landscape, focusing on diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Links

Website - mincybsec.org; https://www.youtube.com/@MinoritiesinCybersecurity; https://www.mictalent.solutions/

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In this episode, Danny discusses the critical importance of DEI with Aisha Jimoh, a Senior Cybersecurity Analyst at FS-ISAC. Aisha emphasizes the need for organizations to not only attract diverse talent but also create an inclusive environment where everyone feels they belong. She discusses her presentation on "Belonging and Community" and how it addresses the leaky pipeline problem, where underrepresented individuals often leave the industry due to challenges they face. Aisha advocates for prioritizing inclusivity, building a sense of community, and fostering belonging within organizations. She underscores the value of listening and understanding the experiences and needs of diverse employees. This podcast highlights the transformative potential of DEI efforts in the workplace, encouraging individuals and organizations to take meaningful action.


Aisha Jimoh | LinkedIn

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In the first episode, I talk about my journey in cybersecurity and opening my eyes to the lack of people of colour and women throughout my various careers and job roles. I provide an overview of various studies on the value stream of DEI initiatives and help address our 3.5million global skills gap.

Resources:
1. Lighthouse Study - https://www.mckinsey.com/featured-insights/diversity-and-inclusion/diversity-equity-and-inclusion-lighthouses-2023
2.  Jane Frankland | LinkedIn
3. Gaining Talent - https://shiftelt.com/what-is-dei-and-why-is-it-important-for-your-company-culture/
https://insightglobal.com/blog/gen-z-diversity-in-the-workplace/
4. Keeping Talent - https://www.isc2.org//-/media/ISC2/Research/2022-WorkForce-Study/ISC2-Cybersecurity-Workforce-Study.ashx
5. Innovation and Profitably - https://hbr.org/2018/07/the-other-diversity-dividend
https://www.mckinsey.com/featured-insights/diversity-and-inclusion/diversity-wins-how-inclusion-matters

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Afsana Rahman | LinkedIn

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Danny: [00:00:00] Hello, my name is Danny and I went to welcome you all to my new podcast. Titled inclusive cyber. Unlocking DEI in cybersecurity. I'm super excited about this opportunity and I'm sure you're asking though, why do we need another podcast on cybersecurity? I know there are a lot of great podcasts that I personally listened to, which dive into the many challenges within cybersecurity. To secure our personal and company sensitive data. But the only scrape the surface of the myriad DEI challenges in our profession. This podcast will be 100% dedicated to the global DEI initiatives. Cybersecurity and best practices. I'll be exploring the intersection of diversity, equity and inclusion. And cybersecurity. I'll chat with DEI thought leaders both in and out of cybersecurity. To get a holistic [00:01:00] perspective on the challenges and highlight wins within the DEI space.

First, I want to talk about what I mean, when I say DEI. We'll look at challenges and wins faced by women, people of color, LGBTQ +, and neurodivergent. Now, if we are to believe we have a massive skill shortage gap within cybersecurity, which stands at 3.4 million unfilled global positions. Then the logical question is why? Why do we have this shortage? We'll tackle this challenge by questioning everything. That will hopefully lead us to the root cause of this massive shortage. I personally believe this shortage gap is attributed to the lack of DEI representation within cybersecurity. Let's just look at the stats: 9% African American black. 8% [00:02:00] Asian. 4% Hispanic, Latino. And 1% American Indian, Alaskan native. Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander. 24% are women. That being said, all topics and discussions will be on the table. We'll look into the following topics and this is not an exhaustive list. Pay discrepancies for women and people of color. Do we need a college degree to get into cyber? Are certifications hurting or helping our profession? Is there racism at play? What key teams should be involved in recruiting and hiring practices. My company doesn't need any DEI initiatives. We're doing just fine. What is more important in hiring, technical skills or life skills? Meaning. Critical thinking, effective communication and empathy. [00:03:00] Are we recruiting from historically black college and universities. And Hispanic serving institutions?

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