Kenny Parsons Discusses Self-Education For A Career In Cybersecurity | The Hacker Factory Podcast With Phillip Wylie

Guest: Gene Fay, CEO at ThreatX [@threatx_inc]On Twitter | https://twitter.com/genefayOn LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/genefay/Host: Phillip WylieOn ITSPmagazine  👉 https://www.itspmagazine.com/itspmagazine-podcast-radio-hosts/phillip-wylie______________________Episode SponsorsAre you interested in sponsoring an ITSPmagazine Channel?👉 https://www.itspmagazine.com/sponsor-the-itspmagazine-podcast-network______________________Episode IntroductionGene Fay shares his story and advice based on his 30 years of experience. He discusses bridging large companies and startups, fostering cybersecurity innovation, and empowering newcomers.Gene Fay has worked in technology and cybersecurity for 30 years and has been involved in four cybersecurity companies. He is currently the CEO of ThreatX, a company focused on helping companies protect their APIs and applications. Gene discusses the differences between working at a large company and a startup, where the risks are more known with a startup, but the opportunities to be nimble and innovate are much higher. He also discussed his mission to help others get started in the industry.______________________Resources______________________For more podcast stories from The Hacker Factory with Phillip Wylie, visit: https://www.itspmagazine.com/the-hacker-factory-podcast

Guest: Saman Fatima, Graduate Research Assistant at Georgia State UniversityOn Twitter | https://twitter.com/saman_3014On LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/saman-fatima-30/Host: Phillip WylieOn ITSPmagazine  👉 https://www.itspmagazine.com/itspmagazine-podcast-radio-hosts/phillip-wylie______________________Episode SponsorsAre you interested in sponsoring an ITSPmagazine Channel?👉 https://www.itspmagazine.com/sponsor-the-itspmagazine-podcast-network______________________Episode IntroductionSaman Fatima discusses her journey in cybersecurity and the BBWIC Foundation's role in creating an inclusive space for women. She urges listeners to pursue their passion and never settle for less.In this podcast episode, Phillip Wylie interviews Saman Fatima, a cybersecurity professional and an active BBWIC (Breaking Barriers Women in Cybersecurity) Foundation member. Saman shares her journey of moving from India to the United States to pursue her master's degree in cybersecurity. She discusses the importance of the BWIC Foundation in creating a safe and inclusive space for women in the cybersecurity field. The organization offers a supportive environment for members to share their experiences, ask questions, and learn from one another. Saman encourages listeners to take the first step towards their passion, even if it's uncomfortable, and to never settle for less, as there are plenty of opportunities and support available in the community.______________________ResourcesBBWIC Foundation website: https://www.bbwic.com/______________________For more podcast stories from The Hacker Factory with Phillip Wylie, visit: https://www.itspmagazine.com/the-hacker-factory-podcast

Guest: Kenny Parsons, Senior Regional Engineer at Trace3 [@trace3]On Twitter | https://twitter.com/therealjiruOn LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/kenny-parsons/Host: Phillip WylieOn ITSPmagazine  👉 https://www.itspmagazine.com/itspmagazine-podcast-radio-hosts/phillip-wylie______________________Episode SponsorsAre you interested in sponsoring an ITSPmagazine Channel?👉 https://www.itspmagazine.com/sponsor-the-itspmagazine-podcast-network______________________Episode IntroductionKenny Parsons shares insights on his cybersecurity career path, self-education, industry certifications, and learning resources.Kenny Parsons security consultant and active member of the local DFW cybersecurity community, discussed his career path and how he got started with cybersecurity. Kenny started as a systems administrator and then moved into security. He now works as a consultant at SetSolutions on everything related to security, such as data security, network firewalls, and other core practices. The conversation concluded with Kenny offering advice to those wanting to enter the field.______________________Resources______________________For more podcast stories from The Hacker Factory with Phillip Wylie, visit: https://www.itspmagazine.com/the-hacker-factory-podcast

Guest: Nenad Zaric, CEO and Co-founder at Trickest [@trick3st]On Twitter | https://twitter.com/ZaricNenad_On LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/nenad-zaric/Host: Phillip WylieOn ITSPmagazine  👉 https://www.itspmagazine.com/itspmagazine-podcast-radio-hosts/phillip-wylie______________________Episode SponsorsAre you interested in sponsoring an ITSPmagazine Channel?👉 https://www.itspmagazine.com/sponsor-the-itspmagazine-podcast-network______________________Episode IntroductionNenad Zaric shares his journey from pentester and bug bounty hunter to co-founder and CEO of a workflow automation platform for pentesters and bug bounty hunters. Phillip welcomed Nenad Zaric to The Hacker Factory. He has taken his journey with security to the next level by starting a company and building products. He shared his career journey, which began 13 years ago when he learned through hack from forums and his peers. He went on to gain experience in pentesting and web application security. Nenad then worked in a biotech company, which inspired him to create a platform with a workflow approach that allows users to analyze web application security. This workflow approach also helps users so they don't have to worry about infrastructure management or installing tools.______________________Resources______________________For more podcast stories from The Hacker Factory with Phillip Wylie, visit: https://www.itspmagazine.com/the-hacker-factory-podcast

Guest: Nader Zaveri, Senior Manager at Incident Response & Remediation at Mandiant [@Mandiant]On Twitter | https://twitter.com/NaderZaveriOn LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/naderzaveri/Host: Phillip WylieOn ITSPmagazine  👉 https://www.itspmagazine.com/itspmagazine-podcast-radio-hosts/phillip-wylie______________________Episode SponsorsAre you interested in sponsoring an ITSPmagazine Channel?👉 https://www.itspmagazine.com/sponsor-the-itspmagazine-podcast-network______________________Episode IntroductionIn the conversation with Nader Zaveri, he discusses various aspects of cybersecurity, emerging threats, and career advice for those looking to enter the field.Starting with their experiences, they discussed the importance of curiosity and self-learning in cybersecurity, with Zaveri mentioning his early interest in technology and hacking, which led to a career in the field. They also touched upon the importance of certifications like CISSP and CEH, and the role of practical, hands-on experience.Discussing emerging threats, they highlighted the importance of understanding business logic attacks, which can often bypass traditional security measures. Also discussed was the introduction of AI and machine learning in cybersecurity.______________________Resources______________________For more podcast stories from The Hacker Factory with Phillip Wylie, visit: https://www.itspmagazine.com/the-hacker-factory-podcast

Guest: Christian Hyatt, CEO & Co-Founder at risk3sixty [@risk3sixty]On LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/christianhyatt/On Twitter | https://twitter.com/risk3sixtyHost: Phillip WylieOn ITSPmagazine  👉 https://www.itspmagazine.com/itspmagazine-podcast-radio-hosts/phillip-wylie______________________Episode SponsorsAre you interested in sponsoring an ITSPmagazine Channel?👉 https://www.itspmagazine.com/sponsor-the-itspmagazine-podcast-network______________________Episode IntroductionChristian, shares valuable insights on how to succeed in a cybersecurity career. He emphasizes the importance of curiosity and learning, staying updated with the latest threats and vulnerabilities, teamwork, and building a strong culture. He also offers advice to break into the industry by demonstrating potential and willingness to learn. Finally, he stresses the importance of finding meaning in the work of cybersecurity and serving others.______________________Resources______________________For more podcast stories from The Hacker Factory with Phillip Wylie, visit: https://www.itspmagazine.com/the-hacker-factory-podcast

Guest: Sheldon Carmichael, Information Security ArchitectOn LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/sheldoncarmichael/On Twitter | https://twitter.com/Poppa_ShellHost: Phillip WylieOn ITSPmagazine  👉 https://www.itspmagazine.com/itspmagazine-podcast-radio-hosts/phillip-wylie______________________Episode SponsorsAre you interested in sponsoring an ITSPmagazine Channel?👉 https://www.itspmagazine.com/sponsor-the-itspmagazine-podcast-network______________________Episode IntroductionSheldon discusses various self-learning resources and believes anyone can learn cybersecurity through dedication and passion. He shares his experiences with hacking Wi-Fi and improving password policies, emphasizing the importance of networking and continued learning. Sheldon also addresses whether coding is necessary for a career in cybersecurity, stating that while it is not required, it can be helpful to learn scripting languages like PowerShell or Python. He encourages people to contact him for advice or mentorship.______________________Resources______________________For more podcast stories from The Hacker Factory with Phillip Wylie, visit: https://www.itspmagazine.com/the-hacker-factory-podcast

Guests: Jason Haddix, CISO and Hacker in Charge at BuddoBot Inc [@BuddoBot]On LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/jhaddix/On Twitter | https://twitter.com/JhaddixAt RSAC | https://www.rsaconference.com/experts/Jason%20HaddixBen Sadeghipour, Content Creator at NahamSec [@NahamSec]On LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/nahamsec/At RSAC | https://www.rsaconference.com/experts/ben-sadeghipourDaniel Miessler, Founder of Unsupervised LearningOn LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielmiessler/On Twitter | https://twitter.com/DanielMiesslerAt RSAC | https://www.rsaconference.com/experts/daniel-miessler____________________________Host: Phillip Wylie, Host of The Hacker Factory PodcastOn ITSPmagazine | https://www.itspmagazine.com/itspmagazine-podcast-radio-hosts/phillip-wylie____________________________This Episode’s SponsorsBlackCloak | https://itspm.ag/itspbcwebBrinqa | https://itspm.ag/brinqa-pmdpSandboxAQ | https://itspm.ag/sandboxaq-j2en____________________________Episode NotesHow has content creation improved and influenced cybersecurity through education and as an information source?____________________________For more RSAC Conference Coverage podcast and video episodes visit: https://www.itspmagazine.com/rsa-conference-usa-2023-rsac-san-francisco-usa-cybersecurity-event-coverageAre you interested in telling your story in connection with RSA Conference by sponsoring our coverage?👉 https://itspm.ag/rsac23spAre you interested in sponsoring an ITSPmagazine Channel?👉 https://www.itspmagazine.com/podcast-series-sponsorshipsBe sure to share and subscribe!

Guest: David Pereira, CEO and Founder of SecPro [@SecProInt]On LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidfpereira/On Twitter | https://twitter.com/davidpereiracibOn YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/@secprointHost: Phillip WylieOn ITSPmagazine  👉 https://www.itspmagazine.com/itspmagazine-podcast-radio-hosts/phillip-wylie______________________Episode SponsorsAre you interested in sponsoring an ITSPmagazine Channel?👉 https://www.itspmagazine.com/sponsor-the-itspmagazine-podcast-network______________________Episode IntroductionIn this podcast, Phillip Wylie interviews David Pereira, a cybersecurity expert. They discuss the importance of cybersecurity education, the challenges of staying up-to-date in the field, and the tools they recommend for beginners. David emphasizes the importance of understanding the basics before using any tool. They also talk about the impact of artificial intelligence (AI) including ChatGPT on cybersecurity, with both agreeing that AI can help automate boring tasks and save time. They believe AI will not replace cybersecurity professionals but rather enhance their capabilities and make their lives easier.______________________Resources______________________For more podcast stories from The Hacker Factory with Phillip Wylie, visit: https://www.itspmagazine.com/the-hacker-factory-podcast

Guest: Michael Farnum, CTO at SET Solutions [@setsolutionsinc]On LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/mfarnum/On Twitter | https://twitter.com/m1a1vetHost: Phillip WylieOn ITSPmagazine  👉 https://www.itspmagazine.com/itspmagazine-podcast-radio-hosts/phillip-wylie______________________Episode SponsorsAre you interested in sponsoring an ITSPmagazine Channel?👉 https://www.itspmagazine.com/sponsor-the-itspmagazine-podcast-network______________________Episode IntroductionMichael Farnum, with a career in IT and Information Security since 1994, has held various roles, including Independent Security Consultant, Network Security Engineer, and Security Solutions Manager. As the Founder of HouSecCon, a leading Houston Security Conference, he has been an influential blogger and podcaster. Prior to his IT career, Michael served in the US Army, operating an M1A1 main battle tank during Desert Shield and Storm.______________________ResourcesHOU.SEC.CON: https://houstonseccon.org______________________For more podcast stories from The Hacker Factory with Phillip Wylie, visit: https://www.itspmagazine.com/the-hacker-factory-podcast