Hacker Valley Studio
335 episodes - English - Latest episode: 7 days ago - ★★★★★ - 58 ratingsWe are Ron Eddings and Chris Cochran from the Hacker Valley Studio podcast. We explore the human condition to inspire peak performance in cybersecurity. Join us on our quest to find inspirational stories and knowledge to elevate ourselves and our communities.
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How AI and TPRM Makes Security the ‘Dept. of Innovation’ with Paul Valente
June 11, 2024 10:00 - 25 minutes - 36.1 MBIn this episode, Host Ron Eddings enjoys a reprieve from the hectic RSA conference with guest Paul Valente, CEO of VISO Trust. Paul discusses how he used his extensive experience as a CISO to solve a huge pain point he was experiencing with third party risk management (TPRM) and how it prompted him and a colleague to start their own company to create the solution they had been wishing for. However, nothing could be more exciting than the ways AI has expanded the potential for TPRM to change...
A Deep Dive into MSSPs: Understanding the Evolution and Secrets Within with Ricardo Nicolini
June 04, 2024 10:00 - 40 minutes - 55.8 MBIn this episode, Ron Eddings and Jen Langdon explore the origins of MSSPs and the solutions they offer to the cybersecurity industry with insights from Ricardo Nicolini, CTO at Bulletproof. Ricardo will uncover the potential of MSSPs to alleviate headaches and reduce burnout in cybersecurity by detailing his personal experience with overcoming a ransomware attack in the City of Saint John. Impactful Moments: 00:00 - Welcome 05:15 - Introducing guest, Ricardo Nicolini 07:21 - Find & Preve...
Zero Trust Tactics: Preventing Breaches with Ivan Fonseca & Nick Cottrell
May 28, 2024 10:00 - 39 minutes - 55.1 MBIn this episode, Host Ron Eddings teams up with Ivan Fonseca and Nick Cottrell, Cybersecurity Engineers at ThreatLocker, as they break down the anatomy of previous breaches and the attacker’s playbook using MITRE ATT&CK. Ivan and Nick will take you through the defender’s perspective and will also share tools that are commonly used to defend breaches and discuss how Zero Trust can be implemented to better defend organizations. Impactful Moments: 00:00 - Welcome 01:35 - Introducing guest...
Enterprise Browsers: Work’s Natural Next Step
May 21, 2024 10:00 - 34 minutes - 47.1 MBIn this episode, Ron Eddings and Jen Langdon talk about the evolution of browsers and how enterprise browsers have entered to change the game for corporations. Special guest Brayden Rogers, Chief Customer Officer at Island, joins to explain how enterprise browsers expand capabilities in asset management, security, and user experience. They also discuss how enterprise browsers can streamline IT infrastructure, offering a glimpse into the future and AI's role in it. Impactful Moments: 00:00 ...
Building Tech and Adding Value in the Era of AI with Josh Danielson
May 14, 2024 10:00 - 24 minutes - 33.9 MBIn this episode, Ron Eddings talks with guest Josh Danielson, CEO at Kustos, about how his journey at a previous organization has led him to build and create new products in the industry. They’ll discuss everything from how AI is currently being used to how there are still many ways to optimize in the cybersecurity product and service space. Listen to learn more about how you could create the next great thing in cyber! Impactful Moments: 00:00 - Welcome 00:43 - Introducing guest, Josh Dan...
Building Fast and Not Breaking Things with Shlomi Matichin
May 07, 2024 10:00 - 32 minutes - 45 MBIn this episode, Ron Eddings and guest Shlomi Matichin, Co-Founder & CTO at Valence Security, discuss how the hurdles and triumphs in the journey of establishing Valence Security resulted in a reduction in SaaS misconfigurations and vulnerabilities. Impactful Moments: 0:00 - Welcome 01:50 - Introducing guest, Shlomi Matichin 02:46 - Founder’s Journey 04:30 - Building Fast 07:37 - Building Fast vs Building Intentionally 08:13 - From Our Sponsor, Valence Security 09:18 - How SaaS Breac...
Leaping Over the ‘BAR’ to Leading Cyber in Africa with Confidence Staveley
April 30, 2024 10:00 - 35 minutes - 49.5 MBIn this episode, Host Ron Eddings gets to know guest Confidence Staveley, founder of Merkel Fence and CyberSafe Foundation. He uncovers Confidence’s inspiring story, not only about how she transforms her community and the people around her through her non-profit, but the grit she needed to overcome the obstacles to get to a career in cyber and build her own company. In addition to learning about the potential of Africa as a booming tech talent hub, you’ll better understand what it takes to f...
How to Hack your Career: Building a vCISO Business with Ayman Elsawah
April 23, 2024 10:00 - 31 minutes - 43.9 MBIn this episode, Ron Eddings gets a chance to speak with Ayman Elsawah, Founder of Cloud Security Labs, and have him share his experience with becoming a vCISO. Ayman will break down the vast business of security consulting and help you determine the best approach and next steps to catalyze you on your way to owning your time and your own business. Impactful Moments: 00:00 - Welcome 01:14 - Introducing guest, Ayman Elsawah 07:08 - Types of vCISOs 09:55 - How to Become a vCISO 13:40 - J...
Hyperautomation, Open Security Data Architecture, and the Future of SIEM with Neal Humphrey
April 16, 2024 10:00 - 40 minutes - 55.6 MBRon Eddings and Neal Humphrey, Vice President of Market Strategy at Deepwatch, discuss the changes in Security Operations infrastructure, and how these changes in structure, data, and automation are going to impact operations in the near future. Their discussion will revolve around more than just SIEM, alerts, and responses; it will go into market changes, vendor movement, and how the future of SOC is demanding a shift in mindset and strategy beyond "Let a machine handle it..." Impactful Mo...
Securing Your SaaS and Cyber Influencer Networking with CRO Bob Horn
April 09, 2024 10:00 - 30 minutes - 27.7 MBRon Eddings sits down with Bob Horn, Chief Revenue Officer at Valence Security. Their conversation centers around the world of SaaS security, examining the current landscape and challenges in managing SaaS risks. Bob also shares experiences from his 25-year career in sales, focusing on the importance of storytelling in sales and innovative approaches of marketing through leveraging cybersecurity influencers. Impactful Moments: 00:00 - Welcome 00:44 - Introducing guest, Bob Horn 03:36 - S...
From ‘Hand-to-Hand Combat’ To Management in Cyber with Ofer Gayer
April 02, 2024 10:00 - 35 minutes - 48.9 MBHVS Host Ron Eddings chats it up with guest Ofer Gayer, VP of Product at Hunters. While both of them reminisce about their first love in security research, Ofer clarifies how he diverted his path and reached the VP stage, while also helping to level up his teams. They’ll conclude by discussing how AI is the ‘zeitgeist of our time’ and how you can get better at whatever you’re doing in cyber. Impactful Moments: 00:00 - Welcome 01:10 - Introducing guest, Ofer Gayer 03:12 - ‘Start-up’ in Re...
How Threat Actors Are Accessing Your SaaS Environments with Jaime Blasco
March 26, 2024 10:00 - 45 minutes - 62.5 MBRon Eddings and Jaime Blasco, Co-Founder and CTO at Nudge Security, discuss how well-known adversaries are taking advantage of enterprises that don’t have visibility into their full SaaS footprint, and therefore can’t secure it. Grab a front-row seat to gain a new perspective on your vulnerabilities through the eyes of an attacker. Impactful Moments: 00:00 - Welcome 01:10 - Introducing guest, Jaime Blasco 02:30 - Real World Impact of SaaS Vulnerabilities 07:35 - Exploring AI & Securi...
The Future of Endpoint Threats and Why Zero Trust is the Only Option with Rob Allen
March 20, 2024 10:00 - 43 minutes - 73.1 MBGet ready for a SPECIAL episode! Ron Eddings will take you on an inside look at Threatlocker’s rapidly growing event, Zero Trust World, and will talk with Rob Allen, Chief Product Officer at Threatlocker, to discuss what you can find out from your endpoints (hint: it’s more than remote access tools you didn’t know were running!) Impactful Moments: 00:00 - Welcome 01:24 - Zero Trust World Sneak Peek! 02:21 - From our Sponsor, Threatlocker 03:50 - Introducing guest, Rob Allen 05:03 - ...
Slugging it Out in the SOC to Find Your Niche in Cyber with Nate Malicoat
March 05, 2024 11:00 - 16 minutes - 22.8 MBRon Eddings sits down in-person with Nate Malicoat, Threat Intel Engineer at ContraForce, for a down-to-earth interview about entering the cybersecurity workforce from the Marines. Impactful Moments: 00:00 - Welcome 01:20 - Introducing guest, Nate Malicoat 03:00 - Marines to Computer Life 05:13 - Importance of Mentoring & Mentors 10:04 - Participating in the Industry 12:42 - Why Aim For the CISO role? 14:40 - Be Persistent, But Not Annoying Links: Connect with our guest, Nate Ma...
Creating Value in the Cyber Industry with Nick Lantuh
February 27, 2024 11:00 - 31 minutes - 29.1 MBNick Lantuh, CEO of Interpres Security, joins Ron Eddings on the mic at Hacker Valley’s “On the Big Screen” event to talk about how Nick’s previous career experience have given him unique insight into the cybersecurity industry. Ron and Nick discuss everything from Nick’s immigrant background and his experience with helping customers, to threat modeling and starting up companies. Impactful Moments: 00:00 - Welcome 01:05 - Introducing guest, Nick Lantuh 03:06 - The Differentiator 06:2...
AI & Phishing: Fighting Fire with Fire
February 20, 2024 11:00 - 37 minutes - 34.7 MBIn this episode, Host Ron Eddings is joined by Vishal Dixit, Co-founder & CTO at Graphus Inc., and Sven Bechmann, Senior Product Manager of Email Security at Kaseya to dig into how phishing attacks are evolving and how you can keep your business safe. Get the ultimate email security software and stop phishing attacks that others miss! Request a demo from our friends at Graphus, today! -- and don't miss their 5-minute guide to phishing attacks and prevention. Impactful Moments: 00:0...
Andrew Forgie's Path From Apache Mechanic to Cybersecurity Sales Leader and Mastering Cyber Sales
February 14, 2024 11:00 - 26 minutes - 37.3 MBIn this episode, Andrew Forgie takes us on his journey from his early days as an Apache helicopter mechanic in the military to his current role as a regional sales manager in cybersecurity. Andrew shares his trials and challenges, the significant shift from being in a service role to mastering the art of sales in the highly competitive tech industry. His story illustrates the power of adapting to change and the critical role of personal development in achieving professional success. 00:0...
Zinet Kemal's Journey From Ethiopian Immigrant to TEDx Speaker & Cloud Security Engineer at Fortune
February 06, 2024 11:00 - 38 minutes - 62.1 MBIn this episode of Hacker Valley Studio, we dive into the inspiring journey of Zinet Kamal, an immigrant from Ethiopia who has carved a niche for herself in cybersecurity. Despite starting her journey with limited access to technology and not having mentors until 2020, Zinet's resilience and passion led her to become a cloud security engineer at a Fortune 500 company. Her story is a testament to the human spirit's capability to overcome barriers and make significant strides in the tech indus...
Paving the Path for CISOs of the Future with Gary Hayslip
January 30, 2024 11:00 - 29 minutes - 26.8 MBIn this episode, Host Ron Eddings catches up with repeat guest, Gary Hayslip, CISO at SoftBank Investment Advisors and co-author of CISO Desk Reference guide. Gary explains that the varied nature of his current CISO role contrasts with the broader industry trends. He discusses how that nature plays into the CISO hiring process and career path, as well as how his books are helping to bridge the gap among professionals. Impactful Moments: 00:00 - Welcome 00:59 - Introducing guest, Gary H...
The Untold Story of Browser Risks: Pioneering Enterprise Browser Security with Or Eshed
January 23, 2024 11:00 - 35 minutes - 32.9 MBIn this episode, Host Ron Eddings and guest Or Eshed, CEO of Layer X, discuss how changes in IT infrastructure, employee behavior and malicious tech have created an era where browser security is a must. Or details how he is spearheading a movement to reposition browsers as our first line of defense. Impactful Moments: 00:00 - Welcome 02:50 - Introducing guest, Or Eshed 05:27 - The Crime Scene: Where Employees Are 07:20 - Educating Users with a Browser Extension 10:13 - The Enablement G...
Cyber Defense Reinvented: The New Era of Attack Surface Management with Isaac Clayton
January 16, 2024 11:00 - 32 minutes - 30 MBIn this episode, Host Ron Eddings talks with guest Isaac Clayton, Senior Research Engineer at NetSPI. Ron and Isaac discuss the importance of ASM for organizations of all sizes, the challenges of asset identification, and framing a practical strategy to handle ASM. Impactful Moments: 00:00 - Welcome 03:00 - Introducing guest, Isaac Clayton 04:25 - Understanding ASM 07:57 - Factoring in Attackers 10:47 - “Admit it’s a hard problem” 12:35 - Challenges & Surprises 15:03 - From our Sp...
Cyber Resilience Unpacked: Securing Tomorrow Today with Bill Bernard
January 09, 2024 11:00 - 37 minutes - 34.8 MBIn this episode, Host Ron Eddings dives deep into crafting a resilient cybersecurity approach with guest speaker Bill Bernard, VP of Security Strategy at Deepwatch. Bill discusses the necessity of understanding business objectives to protect valuable assets but emphasizes focusing on risk-based strategies in addition to stronger detection and response mechanisms to help you play the long game. Impactful Moments 00:00 - Welcome 01:43 - Introducing guest, Bill Bernard 04:22 - Understand...
Looking Backward to GROW Forward in Cybersecurity in 2024
January 02, 2024 11:00 - 23 minutes - 21.6 MBIn this episode, we’ll take a walk down memory lane. Hacker Valley looks back to 2023 to bring you some of the best clips with great advice and insight into being more creative, reflective, and resourceful with the hopes of inspiring you in 2024 to grow beyond where you are today. Impactful Moments 00:00 - Welcome 00:54 - A New Year is on the Way! 01:54 - ChatGPT and Cybersecurity 04:40 - Becoming an Industry Creative 07:47 - Leveraging AI in the Future with Storytelling - with Scott S...
What’s Lurking In Your Containers? AMBERSQUID Operations, Freejacking, and Microservice Exploitation
December 19, 2023 11:00 - 23 minutes - 21.2 MBIn this episode, Host Ron Eddings, discusses new tactics of adversaries with Director of Threat Research at Sysdig, Michael Clark. Michael digs into the cloud and shares trends about the AMBERSQUID operation and how to protect yourself from potential container-based threats. Impactful Moments 00:00 - Welcome 01:20 - Introducing guest Michael Clark 03:09 - Finding AMBERSQUID 06:46 - Mining and Monitoring AWS Services 10:47 - Defending Against AMBERSQUID 14:03 - The Speed of Containe...
Pivotal Policy in the Age of AI with AJ Grotto
December 12, 2023 11:00 - 24 minutes - 22.1 MBIn this episode, Host Chris Cochran chats it up with former White House Senior Director for Cyber Policy, AJ Grotto. AJ shares his viewpoints about the current state of AI policies, the potential risks and benefits of AI technology, and the challenges in crafting effective policies in the field of cybersecurity. Impactful Moments 00:00 - Welcome 00:45 - Introducing guest, AJ Grotto 01:14 - Are Cyber and AI Separate? 03:37 - US Cyber Policy 08:06 - The Reality of AI Risk 11:20 - From L...
Ransomware: How to Use AI to Create a Readiness Kit with Scott Sutherland
December 05, 2023 11:00 - 28 minutes - 26.2 MBThe adversary is using Artificial Intelligence. Why aren’t you? In this episode, Host Chris Cochran talks with Scott Sutherland, VP of Research at NetSPI, about everyone’s favorite hot topics; ransomware and AI. Scott will detail his experience with simulating ransomware attack scenarios, as well as discussing the difficulties businesses face when dealing with ransomware threats and prevention mechanisms and how AI can be leveraged to help. Impactful Moments 00:00 - Welcome 01:10 - Introdu...
Cover Your SaaS: Navigating OAuth and SaaS Security Challenges
November 28, 2023 11:00 - 45 minutes - 62 MBSaaS misconfigurations may be responsible for up to 63% of security incidents. Do your SaaS applications have risky OAuth grants and misconfigurations? Let’s not find out. We will unravel the complexities of OAuth and how attackers are using OAuth to move from one app to another. Our special guest Jaime Blasco, co-founder and CTO at Nudge Security, shares techniques to protect your SaaS apps and identify risky and malicious OAuth grants. Are you ready to cover your SaaS and avoid finding ...
Standing Out On LinkedIn as a Cybersecurity Professional with Chris Hughes
November 21, 2023 11:00 - 23 minutes - 21.6 MBIn this episode, host Ron Eddings speaks with Chris Hughes, President at Aquia, Cyber Innovation Fellow at CISA, and cybersecurity legend. Special guest, Chris Hughes, was initially inspired to build a personal brand through a desire to mend his weaknesses and highlight his strengths. However, LinkedIn offered a platform to display his growth and learning, leading to him amassing over 50,000 followers! In addition to sharing his story, Chris will emphasize tips on how to start your own perso...
Adversarial AI: Navigating the Cybersecurity Landscape
November 07, 2023 11:00 - 39 minutes - 54.5 MBIn this episode, host Ron Eddings is joined by Sr. Director of Red Team Operations at Coalfire, Pete Deros, to discuss the hottest topic around; adversarial AI. Ron and Pete discuss how AI is used and how the adversary is using AI so everyone can stay one step ahead of them as well. Impactful Moments 00:00 - Welcome 01:35 - Introducing Pete Deros 03:30 - More Easily Phished 05:09 - 11 Labs Video 06:42 - Is this AI or LLM? 9:18 - AI or LLMs: Who has the Speed? 10:36 - Fine Tuning LLMs ...
Protecting What You Can’t See with HD Moore
October 31, 2023 10:00 - 24 minutes - 22.1 MBIn this episode, host Ron Eddings is joined by Metasploit creator, co-founder and CEO of runZero, HD Moore. HD changed the world with Metasploit and he’s doing it again with runZero. Attack Surface Management can’t happen unless you have visibility into your home or company network and HD shares how he’s able to deliver that and so much more in his journey of creating runZero. Impactful Moments 00:00 - Welcome 00:50 - Introducing guest, HD Moore 01:30 - Fixing the Root Cause 05:00 - run...
Penetration Testing, Public Speaking, and Content Creation with Phillip Wylie
October 24, 2023 11:29 - 30 minutes - 45.3 MBIn this episode, Ron Eddings is joined by Penetration Tester, Instructor, International Speaker, Best Selling Author, and Podcast Host, Phillip Wylie. Phillip shares how pen testing and the need to educate people helped motivate him to speak at conferences and become a central voice in the cyber community. But more than that, he explains how he’s helped so many people get started on a similar path. Impactful Moments: 00:00 - Intro 00:50 - Introducing Phillip Wylie 02:10 - Penetration ...
Ruse and Deception: From Hollywood to Corporate Espionage with Robert Kerbeck
October 17, 2023 10:00 - 28 minutes - 46.9 MBIn this episode, Host Ron Eddings interviews Robert Kerbeck, author of Ruse: Lying the American Dream from Hollywood to Wall Street. Robert shares how his professional acting skills helped his career in corporate spying and espionage. Impactful Moments 00:00 - Welcome 00:46 - Introducing guest, Robert Kerbeck 00:55 - …And That’s How I Became A Spy 03:00 - Creativity REELY Counts w/ Phishing 10:00 - Robert’s Phishing Training 14:22 - How Corporate Espionage Works 18:36 - “A Fractio...
Hacker Culture and ADHD with Kim Crawley
October 10, 2023 10:00 - 37 minutes - 39.6 MBIn this episode, host Ron Eddings is joined by cybersecurity researcher and writer, Kim Crawley, to deep dive into one of her greatest passions; computing! From its origins to its newest capabilities in quantum and AI, Kim shares her love of computers as well as her passion for educating others through her writing. Lastly, Kim explains how she wrote her newest release, “Hacker Culture A-Z” while keeping it ADHD-friendly. Impactful Moments 00:00 - Welcome 00:52 - Introducing guest, Kim Cra...
Starting at the Endpoint with Danny Jenkins
October 03, 2023 10:00 - 33 minutes - 30.9 MBIn this episode, host Ron Eddings is joined by Co-Founder and CEO of ThreatLocker, Danny Jenkins, to talk about his "Hero’s Journey" from IT to launching ThreatLocker. From spam emails, bots, and ransomware to persuading people to take a new approach -- this story has all of the villains and obstacles any cybersecurity champion will inevitably face and conquer! Sponsor: Get unprecedented visibility and control of your cybersecurity, quickly, easily, and cost-effectively. Check out our frien...
Having Resilience In Your Cyber Career with Erika Eakins
September 26, 2023 10:00 - 25 minutes - 23.8 MBIn this episode, host Chris is joined by Erika Eakins — a cybersecurity sales ninja, podcaster, and co-founder at Teach Kids Tech. Erika opens up about her challenges entering tech and cybersecurity as a woman and her mission to serve the underrepresented. Erika also shares how the strength and resilience she acquired in childhood have helped to carry her through unexpected hardships in the industry like layoffs. Impactful Moments: 0:00-Welcome 00:50-Introducing guest, Erika Eakins 01:22-E...
Build vs. Buy: The Classic Technologist Conundrum
September 19, 2023 10:00 - 43 minutes - 39.8 MBIt’s a classic technologist conundrum: Should I build or buy the solution I need to solve a problem? The “Build vs. Buy” conundrum is faced by technology teams worldwide. To help approach this riddle, Chris Cochran speaks to two industry veterans, Slavik Markovich co-founder & CEO of Descope, and Rob Fry, co-founder of AKA Identity. Whether you’re an entrepreneur, a CTO, or just tech-curious, this episode offers invaluable insights. Using the identity market as a case study, we’ll explore...
AI Is the Tool Not the Toolbox
September 12, 2023 10:30 - 28 minutes - 40.6 MBEmbrace the AI Revolution in Cybersecurity! Ron Eddings explores the dynamic world of AI, from cybersecurity automation to anomaly detection. Learn how AI is being used by practitioners and creators to stay one step ahead of the adversary and the competition Impactful Moments 0:00 - Intro 1:35 - Origin into cybersecurity and automation 6:12 - What is Artificial Intelligence? 8:23 - Using AI to Classify Phishing Emails 11:32 - Descript and Claude2 to Summarize Content 17:54 - ChatGP...
Security Teams Can’t Do It All with Rob Wood - REWIND
September 05, 2023 10:00 - 30 minutes - 69.1 MBFor this week's episode, we brought back a fan favorite Security Teams Can't Do It All. This episode features guest Rob Wood, CISO at CMS, who discusses the challenges of data silos in the workplace and the importance of supportive leadership. Links: Connect with our guest Rob Wood on LinkedIn Join our creative mastermind and stand out as a cybersecurity professional: https://www.patreon.com/hackervalleystudio.com Become a sponsor of the show to amplify your brand: https://hackerval...
The Art of Creating Cybersecurity Content With Jason Rebholz
August 29, 2023 10:00 - 35 minutes - 52.5 MBIn this episode, host Ron is joined by the CISO at Corvus Insurance, Jason Rebholz, to talk about the life of being a cybersecurity content creator. From his drive to create cyber content for technical and non-technical audiences to the sometimes harsh realities of content creation, Jason opens up about the importance of having passion and well-balanced goals. Impactful Moments 00:00 - Welcome 01:12 - Introducing guest, Jason Rebholz 02:05 - Jason’s cybersecurity background 04:37 - Ever...
Humility In Product Management with Eric Avigdor
August 22, 2023 10:00 - 29 minutes - 37.1 MBIn this episode, hosts Ron and Chris are joined by special guest Eric Avigdor, VP of Product Management at Votiro. With humility as the focal point, Eric details his journey as a Product Manager — sharing his unique approach to leadership and customer engagement, as well as the art of asking the right questions. Discover how Votiro is spearheading content security innovation, and don't miss Eric's advice for budding Product Managers eager to make their mark in the industry. Impactful Moment...
Leadership In Cybersecurity with Marty Overman
August 15, 2023 10:00 - 38 minutes - 39.1 MBHost Chris Cochran is joined by Marty Overman, Senior VP at Imperva, to discuss the importance of self-awareness and transparency in cybersecurity leadership. The two emphasize the need for leaders to recognize their strengths and weaknesses and understand and empathize with the needs and experiences of those they lead. Impactful Moments 00:00 - Welcome 00:52 - Introducing guest, Marty Overman 01:26 - What makes a great sales leader? 04:50 - The power of asking questions 07:27 - Building s...
SaaS Opportunities & Consequences of Using AI
August 01, 2023 10:00 - 38 minutes - 56.9 MBIn this episode, host Ron is joined by Jamie Blasco, co-founder and CTO at Nudge Security, to discuss the opportunities of SaaS as well as the security implications of AI. Jamie also considers the importance of striking a balance between productivity and security when employees adopt new tools. Lastly, he emphasizes his philosophy of treating employees as part of the solution and creating a culture where they feel valued and included in the company's security efforts. Impactful Moments: 00...
Mastering The Art Of Storytelling In Cybersecurity
July 25, 2023 10:00 - 38 minutes - 35.2 MBHow do you effectively persuade team members and stakeholders to take action, convey the importance of new projects, or request additional resources? Communicating technical security information often leads to disconnection or worse, falls on deaf ears. During this hour-long livestream, hosts Ron and Chris tackle how you can turn the tables by leveraging the primal power of storytelling, enhancing attention and engagement. Impactful Moments: 00:00 - Introduction 04:39 - Storytelling & conve...
Hacking, Innovation, & the Formation of the First NSA Red Team with Jeff Man
July 18, 2023 10:00 - 22 minutes - 51.9 MBIn this episode, Chris and Ron Eddings are joined by Jeff Man, a legend in cybersecurity. The conversation begins with Jeff sharing his experiences as a member of the first NSA red team and his involvement in groundbreaking projects. He discusses his early days working with computers at the National Security Agency (NSA) in the 1980s and his role in developing a software-based encryption system. Jeff also points to the significance of the first publicly available web browser and the impact i...
Privacy by Design: The Future of Homomorphic Encryption & Secure Data Analytics
July 11, 2023 10:00 - 36 minutes - 91.7 MBIn this episode, Chris and Ron interview Derek Wood from Duality Technologies, a leading privacy technology company to discuss the concept of homomorphic encryption and its significance in data security, privacy, and governance. Homomorphic encryption enables users to perform computations on encrypted data without exposing it, revolutionizing the way data is used and analyzed. In this episode, the group discusses the challenges in the current data landscape, the importance of security and p...
The Future of AI In Cybersecurity
June 27, 2023 11:39 - 19 minutes - 44.4 MBIn this episode, Ron and Chris explore the vast potential of AI in cybersecurity, including its ability to develop cybersecurity solutions, provide recommendations and predictions for cyber practitioners, and even assist attackers in identifying vulnerabilities and creating exploits. Join our creative mastermind and stand out as a cybersecurity professional: https://www.patreon.com/hackervalleystudio.com Become a sponsor of the show to amplify your brand: https://hackervalley.com/work-with...
Vulnerability Hunting & AI with Brian Contos
June 20, 2023 10:53 - 24 minutes - 55.7 MBIn this episode, hosts Ron and Chris are joined by Brian Contos, Chief Strategy Officer at Sevco to discuss his “movie-like” career trajectory and the rise of artificial intelligence (AI) in cybersecurity. With two IPOs and eight acquisitions under his career belt, Brian expresses his passion for startups and how getting out of his comfort zone transformed his business knowledge. The group also dives into the rise of artificial intelligence and how it will revolutionize the cybersecurity lan...
Balancing Work & Parenting In Cybersecurity
June 13, 2023 10:00 - 20 minutes - 47.3 MBIn this episode, Ron and Chris discuss the challenges of balancing cybersecurity and parenting. Chris, a father of three, shares his experience of being a parent while also working in cybersecurity. They talk about the sacrifices that come with being a parent and how to prioritize family while still maintaining a career in cybersecurity. They also discuss the importance of having a plan but being flexible enough to adapt to unexpected situations. Join our creative mastermind and stand out ...
What Is Security Architecture?
June 06, 2023 10:00 - 15 minutes - 36.2 MBIn this episode of Hacker Valley Studio, Ron and Chris take a deep dive into all things Security Architecture and the essential skills you need to thrive in your role. Ron shares insights from his personal journey into security architecture as well as his expert advice on how to break in and stand out in the field. Links: Join our creative mastermind and stand out as a cybersecurity professional: https://www.patreon.com/hackervalleystudio Become a sponsor of the show to amplify your bran...
Technical Dojos: Cultivating Skills and Navigating Change in Cybersecurity
May 30, 2023 10:05 - 15 minutes - 36.8 MBIn this cybersecurity podcast episode, Chris Cochran and Ron Eddings discuss the concept of 'dojos' as environments for growth and learning, drawing on experiences from their own career paths in cybersecurity. The 'dojo' metaphor is applied to various life experiences, with an emphasis on cybersecurity communities and events. Chris describes his journey to the west coast where he lived in a hacker house, a form of dojo where he, along with his roommates, focused on cybersecurity, technology,...