Cybersecurity might sound like it’s all code and firewalls, but at its core, it’s deeply human. In this birthday-themed episode, I’m sharing the tech that inspired me to launch this podcast: the fast-moving, high-stakes world of cyber.

We’ll break down key terms like malware, phishing, and zero-days, explore the real roles behind the scenes, SOC analysts, threat hunters, intel teams, and incident responders, and walk through the frameworks (like NIST) that tie it all together.

I also share what it was like attending Black Hat just weeks into my first cybersecurity role, and later, demoing at the New York Stock Exchange. And yes, I’ll tell you the sneakers that pulled off pinstripes and powered me through an 8-hour day on my feet. Enjoy!

Sources Mentioned:

IBM Announces New AI-Powered Threat Detection and Response Services

Qantas attack reveals one phone call is all it takes to crack cybersecurity’s weakest link: humans

The Cybercrime Industry Is Projected to Hit $10.5 Trillion in 2025 – RDCSTech