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Summary

This conversation explores the U.S. Army's investment in cybersecurity compliance for small businesses, the importance of mentorship in the defense industry, and the unique career path of Sabrina McIntyre at KPMG. Sabrina discusses her transition from art to cybersecurity, the challenges of navigating compliance standards, and her advocacy for women in the field. The episode also touches on the intersection of art and cybersecurity, the vision for a cybersecurity museum, and fun personal insights from Zabrina's life.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to the Next Generation Commercial Operations Program

02:51 The Importance of Cybersecurity Compliance for Small Businesses

05:45 Zabrina McIntyre's Role at KPMG

08:54 Zabrina's Unique Career Path

11:51 Navigating Cybersecurity Standards

14:48 Advice for Aspiring Cybersecurity Professionals

17:58 Women in Cybersecurity: Building Community

20:59 The Intersection of Art and Cybersecurity

24:04 Zabrina's Vision for a Cybersecurity Museum

27:02 Lifestyle Polygraph: Fun Questions with Zabrina

30:09 Key Takeaways and Closing Thoughts

Mari Galloway, CEO of the Women’s Society of Cyberjutsu, is a woman whose magnetic presence ignites every room she enters. Her power radiates in an undeniable way through her hair, attire, and unwavering confidence, and the Do We Belong Here team wanted to know - did her light always shine this bright or did she work to cultivate it over time?

In this episode of Do We Belong Here, Tashya Denose and Pam Lindemoen speak with Mari about how she got “stuck” in the cyber world, eventually leading her to working in Vegas with the biggest casinos in the world. As they navigate through her experiences, the trio reflects on the adage that what happens in Vegas doesn't always stay in Vegas, especially in the realm of cybersecurity.

The discussion explores Mari’s evolution of self-confidence as she reflects on the challenges of being a trailblazing black woman in a predominantly male-dominated field. They also dive deep into Mari’s chapter of “Securing Our Future” by the Black Women in Cyber Collective and explore the pivotal role of finding your community in fostering resilience and self-empowerment.

Women’s Society of Cyberjutsu - womenscyberjutsu.org

Connect with Mari on LinkedIn - linkedin.com/in/themarigalloway/

Find us on social media - @DoWeBelongPod

Learn more about Cyber Florida - cyberflorida.org

Watch the podcast on YouTube: youtube.com/@cybersecurityfl

Summary

In this episode, the conversation begins with a significant data breach at Star Health Insurance, affecting over 31 million individuals. The discussion delves into the complexities of insider threats, particularly focusing on the alleged involvement of the company's CISO. The episode transitions to an introduction of Dr. Sunny Ware, a web application penetration tester, who shares her journey from software development to cybersecurity. Dr. Sunny discusses her role in penetration testing, the importance of understanding application logic, and the use of AI in her work. The episode concludes with a lifestyle polygraph segment, where Dr. Sunny shares personal insights and experiences, emphasizing the importance of mentorship in cybersecurity. 

Chapters

00:00 Data Breach at Star Health Insurance

06:06 Insider Threats and Whistleblowers

07:05 Introduction to Dr. Sunny Ware

30:14 Dr. Sunny's Career Path and Penetration Testing

37:00 Lifestyle Polygraph with Dr. Sunny

48:55 Key Takeaways and Closing Thoughts

Summary: 

A new school in San Antonio called Nukudu offers a paid training program followed by a guaranteed job in cybersecurity. The program aims to address the shortage of cyber jobs and provides hands-on training to ensure candidates are prepared for the workforce. 

Our guest, Dr. Thomas Hyslop, an assistant professor at the University of South Florida, shares his experience in law enforcement and the importance of interagency collaboration in combating cybercrime. He also discusses the Master of Science in Cybercrime program at USF, which focuses on digital forensics and criminal investigation. The future of cybercrime is concerning as large criminal organizations are becoming more sophisticated and mimicking nation states in their capabilities. Investigating international cybercrime is challenging due to the need for cooperation between countries and the slow response times. Changes in international treaties and agreements are needed to expedite investigations. Dr. Highslip ran a museum of vintage technology and is looking for a place to house it permanently. He enjoys swimming in Mirror Lake, biking on Champs-Elysees, and running in DC for his ideal triathlon. His favorite junk food treat is Bit-O-Honey and he loves all kinds of pies. Guns N' Roses is his favorite hair metal band and his favorite song is Paradise City. He enjoys playing metal songs at social gatherings and believes that Appetite for Destruction is a timeless album. Dr. Highslip has what it takes to join the fantasy cybersecurity squad and is a force multiplier with his expertise in incident response and alternative theories for obtaining information from foreign governments.

Chapters

00:00 Nukudu: A New School Offering Paid Training and Guaranteed Job Placement in Cybersecurity

06:21 The Role of Interagency Collaboration in Combating Cybercrime

19:07 The Master of Science in Cybercrime Program at the University of South Florida

25:48 Emphasizing Team Building and Collaboration in Cybersecurity Education

26:42 The Future of Cybercrime

27:11 Investigating International Cybercrime

31:25 Preserving Vintage Technology

37:30 The Ideal Triathlon

43:03 Indulging in Junk Food

45:23 Rocking Out with Guns N' Roses

49:11 Dr. Highslip: A Valuable Addition to the Fantasy Cybersecurity Squad

Summary

Kenya's efforts to enhance its cybersecurity and technological progress through partnerships with the US and major tech companies. The focus is on responsible state behavior in cyberspace and addressing mobile app security. The role of public-private partnerships in promoting a robust digital economy and infrastructure. The conversation then transitions to an interview with Maretta Morovitz, a cybersecurity expert at MITRE, discussing her career path, the importance of mentorship, and the impact of ADHD on her work. The discussion also covers MITRE Engage, which focuses on cyber denial, deception, and adversary engagement, and highlights the use of simple yet effective techniques like decoy credentials. In this conversation, Maretta Morovitz discusses the importance of thinking creatively and outside the box when it comes to cybersecurity solutions, especially for organizations with limited budgets. She emphasizes the need for simplicity and proactive measures in cybersecurity. Maretta also highlights the value of interdisciplinary collaboration in the field, involving professionals from various backgrounds such as human behavioral scientists and graphic designers. She shares a successful collaboration between MITRE and HSBC in the field of deception operations. Maretta also talks about her passion for dance and her unique talent of reciting the alphabet backwards.

Follow Maretta Morovitz on LinkedIn: Maretta Morovitz

Follow MITRE on Twitter: @MITREcorp

Learn more about MITRE Engage: MITRE Engage

Chapters

00:00 Kenya's Cybersecurity Partnerships

03:24 Addressing Mobile App Security

07:13 Interview with Maretta Morovitz

11:35 Cyber Deception and Adversary Engagement

29:12 The Importance of Simplicity and Proactive Measures

30:07 Interdisciplinary Collaboration in Cybersecurity

31:06 Successful Collaboration in Deception Operations

34:44 Bringing Unique Perspectives and Skills to Cybersecurity

Summary:

The conversation discusses the extradition case of Julian Assange and the role of the US prison system in the decision. It also explores Tanya Janca's role at Semgrep and her passion for affordable cybersecurity education. Additionally, it touches on Tanya's experience in election security and the importance of transparency in the process. Tanya discusses her volunteer work with the Canadian government, where she helps educate students about cybersecurity. She talks about the importance of teaching young people about privacy, protecting digital devices, and understanding cyber threats. Tanya also mentions her involvement in the Cyber Titan competition and her efforts to promote cybersecurity as a career. She shares her experience writing the book 'Alice and Bob Learn Application Security' and her unique approach to making technical concepts accessible through stories and different learning styles. Tanya also talks about the importance of mentoring and how she has benefited from mentors throughout her career.

Chapters

00:00 The Extradition Case of Julian Assange

08:18 Affordable Cybersecurity Education at Semgrep

30:40 Tanya's Volunteer Work with the Canadian Government

31:35 Promoting Cybersecurity as a Career

34:02 Making Technical Concepts Accessible: 'Alice and Bob Learn Application Security'

39:45 The Value of Mentoring

Summary

In this episode of the No Password Required podcast, host Jack Clabby and co-host Kayley Melton interview Tamiko Fletcher, the CISO at Kennedy Space Center. Tamiko shares her journey from a small town in South Carolina to working at NASA and discusses her role as a CISO. She emphasizes the importance of mentorship, outreach, and diversity in the cybersecurity field. Tamiko also talks about the unique challenges of cybersecurity at NASA, such as patching during launches and balancing innovation with security. 

She emphasizes the need to know and learn about individuals' strengths, interests, and motivations in order to effectively place them on teams and utilize their skills. Tamiko also shares her experiences working at NASA and the changes she has witnessed over the years, including the evolution of IT and the increasing diversity at the Kennedy Space Center. She highlights the excitement and pride she feels when witnessing a launch and the impact of NASA's work on the world.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Welcome to the Podcast

08:00 Education and Career Trajectory

25:48 Challenges and Innovations in Cybersecurity at NASA

34:4 8Building a Team and Emphasizing Diversity

41:30 The Diversity of the Cyber Team at NASA

54:25 Instilling Values in Teams to Change the Work Environment

Summary

Roman Sanikov, is the president of Constellation Cyber and specializes in cyber threat intelligence. In this episode, Roman discusses the importance of collaboration and transparency in the cybersecurity industry, particularly in combating ransomware attacks. He also emphasizes the need for a holistic approach to cybersecurity, involving education and empowerment for both employees and consumers. In this episode, Roman Reinhart shares his experiences as an undercover agent in the cybercrime world. He discusses maintaining a persona, dealing with forum behavior, and memorable arrests. He also emphasizes the importance of redemption and second chances. Roman also talks about his involvement with Helpster USA, an organization dedicated to providing life-saving treatment to young people in developing economies. He shares his hobbies of mushrooming and highlights the satisfying moments at work. Finally, he reflects on the cultural differences he experienced after moving overseas.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Pig Butchering Schemes (opening conversation)

02:18 Online Scams and Exploitation

03:41 Forced Labor and Human Trafficking

04:41 Approaching Scams with Compassion

05:39 Guest Introduction: Roman Sanikov

07:01 Roman's Role at Constellation Cyber

08:22 Promoting Transparency in Ransomware Incidents

10:17 Mitigating Secondary and Tertiary Impacts of Ransomware Attacks

11:14 The Ripple Effect of Ransomware Attacks

13:10 The Importance of Collaboration in Cybersecurity

14:58 Roman's Career Path and Background

19:34 Educating and Empowering Employees and Consumers

21:28 Avoiding Victim-Blaming in Cybersecurity

24:16 The Need for Collaboration and Transparency in the Industry

25:10 Balancing Non-Traditional Pursuits with College

26:37 Undercover Work and Building Relationships

33:07 Maintaining a Persona

36:25 Dealing with Forum Behavior

38:18 Memorable Arrests

41:25 Redemption and Second Chances

45:13 Helpster USA

48:16 Eccentricities of NHL Players

50:56 Life's Unexpected Moments

56:19 The Joy of Mushrooming

58:43 Satisfying Moments at Work

01:01:04 Learning Politeness in America

Summary

In this episode, Jo Anna joins Carlton Fields P.A. Jack Clabby and KnowBe4’s VP of Remote Publishing Teams Kayley Melton to tell the story of how her career has changed since starting at Rice University 17 years ago. From her early days as a receptionist at a hair salon to her current role as a security analyst, Jo Anna shares her journey in the cyber world and her fascination with artificial intelligence, stemming from her compliance-related responsibilities. Emphasizing a realism-based view on AI, she passionately advocates for a comprehensive understanding of AI, emphasizing that it’s neither inherently good nor bad.

Chapters

00:00 Stolen Recordings and Cyber Criminals

01:29 Arrest of a Florida Man and Stolen Rap Recordings

02:27 The Allegations and Nicknames

03:26 The Connection Between Cyber Crime and Rap Music

04:23 Real-Life Consequences of Cybersecurity Crimes

05:52 The Role of Law Enforcement in Cybersecurity Crimes

06:50 Introduction of Guest Joanna Parker-Martin

07:18 Joanna's Role at Rice University

08:15 Protecting Data at Rice University

09:08 Joanna's Journey into Cybersecurity

10:04 Overcoming Challenges and Changing Career Paths

18:14 Joanna's Interest in Artificial Intelligence

19:22 The Intersection of Cybersecurity and AI

20:46 The Challenges of Assessing AI Risk

21:13 The Inevitability of AI

22:37 The Risks of Facial Recognition Technology

27:26 Joanna's Involvement with WiCys

29:48 Community Outreach and Cybersecurity Education

30:10 Misconceptions About Cybersecurity Professionals

32:32 The Lifestyle Polygraph

43:35 Joanna's Preference for Sponge Cake in Strawberry Shortcake