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Hacker Valley Studio

Hacker Valley Media

Welcome back to the show! Hacker Valley Studio podcast features Host Ron Eddings, as he explores the world of cybersecurity through the eyes of professionals in the industry. We cover everything from inspirational real-life stories in tech, to highlighting influential cybersecurity companies, and we do so in a fun and enthusiastic way. We’re making cybersecurity accessible, creating a whole new form of entertainment: cybertainment.

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34:12

AI and the Future of Cyber Defense with John Hubbard

Hacker Valley Studio ·

2024/10/08

How can AI shape the future of cybersecurity defense? In this episode, we dive into SOC operations, AI integration, and the latest in threat detection with John Hubbard, Cyber Defense Curriculum Lead at SANS. John discusses the expansive landscape of cybersecurity defense, while sharing insights on AI's role in threat detection and the cutting-edge tools that are pushing the boundaries of cybersecurity. From automation to detecting anomalies in network traffic, this episode will bring you up to

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44:55

How Adversaries Are Living Off The Dark Web with...

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2024/10/01

Have you ever lost something important, only to find out someone moved it without telling you? The same thing happens with our personal and business data. But what if you could see what the adversary sees? In this episode, Jason Haddix, Field CISO at Flare, shares his experiences in red teaming, accessing dark web credentials, and protecting against malicious actors. Whether you're curious about data exposure or how threat actors operate, this conversation offers insights into the constant changes

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18:20

AT&T Dynamic Defense: Security Before It Reaches Your...

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2024/09/24

In this episode, Ron Eddings and Jen Langdon speak with Senthil Ramakrishnan, Assistant Vice President of Cybersecurity Product at AT&T Business. Senthil shares information about how a new product, AT&T Dynamic Defense™, helps protect customers by providing threat detection and mitigation at the network edge. They’ll discuss how it can address evolving cybersecurity threats, including real-world examples like the Log4j vulnerability, and how its simplicity allows for a zero-touch

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31:29

Soft Skills in Technical Sales to Connect and Sell...

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2024/09/17

Technical skills open doors, but are soft skills sealing the deal? In this episode, Evgeniy Kharam reveals how communication and connection lead to success in technical sales. From vulnerability to voice control, Evgeniy shares how to connect with clients and sell more effectively in tech. Evgeniy Kharam has authored “Architecting Success: The Art of Soft Skills and Technical Sales”, to teach the art of soft skills, and the importance of building connections through vulnerability. Impactful

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46:02

Recon Like An Adversary: Uncovering Modern Techniques...

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2024/09/10

Ever wondered how the best defenders become unstoppable? They think like the attackers. In this episode with Jason Haddix, we reveal the strategies hackers don’t want you to know about and show you how to use them to your advantage. Jason, CEO of Arcanum Information Security and Field CISO at Flare, helps us step into the mind of a hacker. With stories and insights that will change how you think about cybersecurity, he talks about the tactics that can turn any security program into a fortress. From

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40:12

I Failed Over 300 Times Trying To Get Into Security...

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2024/09/03

Joe South is a testament to resilience, unconventional decisions, and finding success in unexpected places. If you’ve ever felt stuck in a rut or on the verge of giving up, Joe’s experience might be the jolt you need to keep pushing forward.Joe, Principal Security Engineer and host of the “Security Unfiltered” podcast, shares his journey into cybersecurity and battling depression after being rejected more than 300 times when applying for security roles. Joe shares advice on breaking into

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24:39

Cybersecurity Challenges: AI, Burnout, and Insider...

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2024/08/27

At Black Hat 2024, we sat down with Kayla Williams, Chief Information Security Officer at Devo, to discuss her career journey, the role of AI in cybersecurity, and the pervasive issue of burnout among SOC analysts. Through her research with Wakefield Research, Kayla and her team discovered that 83% of IT professionals are burnt out due to stress, lack of sleep, and anxiety. IT and Security burnout leads to breaches.For the past 4 years, Devo has been hosting SOC Analyst Appreciation Day, a virtual

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15:15

Offensive Security: Unlocking Hidden ROI with Seemant...

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2024/08/16

In this episode, Ron sits down at Black Hat with guest Seemant Sehgal, Founder & CEO of BreachLock, to learn more about how offensive security, such as red teaming and pen testing, fits into the cyber ecosystem. Seemant highlights how his background as a practitioner has helped him better understand the pain points that customers feel and assist them in making the most of their budget.Impactful Moments: 00:00 - Welcome 00:50 - Introducing Guest, Seemant Sehgal 02:47 - Penetration Testing vs Red

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13:17

Black Hat 2024 Conference Pre-Game

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2024/08/09

In this episode, Ron and Jen welcome you to Vegas and discuss a little background on Black Hat and DEF CON and how to make the most of your time professionally.Impactful Moments: 00:00 - Welcome 00:56 - Hello From Vegas! 01:41 - Conference Anxiety 03:43 - Origins of Black Hat 06:17 - Which Conference? 08:18 - Conference Strategy 11:47+ - You Can Only Pick One… Links: Check out our upcoming events: https://www.hackervalley.com/livestreams Join our creative mastermind and stand out as a

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23:58

The Present and Future of AI in Cyber

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2024/07/30

In this episode, Hosts Ron Eddings and Jen Langdon discuss questions about AI in Cyber. From the current state to where AI could be going, to resources to help you engage and up-level, there’s a little bit of everything for everyone in this episode.Impactful Moments: 00:00 - Welcome 00:46 - Introduction 02:29 - Engineering AI 06:54 - Was it Made By AI? 09:07 - Join Our Mastermind 10:15 - AI in the Future 13:26 - AI in 2044 17:56 - AI & Resources 19:40 - AI Resources! 20:55 - One Step

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32:29

Leaving an Impression: Strategies for Captivating a...

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2024/07/23

In this episode, hosts Ron Eddings and Jen Langdon discuss the power of storytelling through various media. Whether your goal is to create video content, deliver keynotes on stage, or be creative through other digital mediums, there will be something for everyone!Impactful Moments: 00:00 - Welcome 01:05 - Introductions 04:55 - Storytelling in Story Circle 09:23 - Crossing Across the Story Circle 12:15 - Join Our Mastermind! 12:57 - Is ‘Speaking’ Your Thing? 19:33 - Audience Considerations 22:24 -

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34:36

How Can I Best Proactively Secure My SaaS?

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2024/07/17

In this episode, Ron Eddings will explore the massive adaptation of SaaS applications and ways to tame the beast. Our guest Yoni Shohet, Co-Founder & CEO at Valence Security, will help provide insight into the capabilities of a SaaS Security Posture Management (SSPM) platform and best practices for implementing a SaaS security solution.Impactful Moments: 00:00 - Welcome 01:59 - Introducing guest, Yoni Shohet 03:25 - Founding A SaaS Security Company 06:30 - What is SSPM? 08:27 - From our

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33:15

What We All Should Be Talking About When It Comes to...

Hacker Valley Studio ·

2024/07/09

In this episode, Host Ron Eddings is joined by guests Anirban Banerjee, CEO and Co-Founder at Riscosity, and James Berthoty, Founder and Analyst at Latio Tech. Together they focus on data security, AI-driven product development, and the challenges of implementing AI solutions responsibly.Anirban discusses the importance of organizational buy-in and well-defined policies, while James underscores the need for visibility and a cautious approach in integrating AI models. Be sure to tune in to the end

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22:43

Navigating AI as a CISO with Whitney Palacios

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2024/07/02

In this episode, Host Ron Eddings catches up with one of his colleagues, Whitney Palacios, Vice President and CISO at BigBear.ai. They explore the challenges and responsibilities of being a CISO and Whitney addresses key cybersecurity issues such as the importance of balancing security with innovation, especially in the context of AI. Whitney offers sage insight into Security Operations Centers (SOCs), the need for diversity in tech leadership roles and closes out with helpful advice for rising

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35:21

The Power of AppSec, Cyber Education, and Friendship...

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2024/06/26

In this episode, Host Ron Eddings catches up with longtime friend, Tanya Janca, Head of Education and Community at SemGrep and author of 'Alice and Bob Learn Application Security.' Tanya shares her experiences from working in the Canadian government to joining Microsoft and eventually founding WeHackPurple. Tanya talks about her new role at SemGrep, where she focuses on making application security education accessible, and the importance of building supportive communities in the tech

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32:18

Networking 2.0: The Future of Decentralized...

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2024/06/18

In this episode, Hosts Ron Eddings, and Jen Langdon share takeaways from Ron's RSA conversation with Colin Constable, Co-Founder and CTO at AtsignOn this show, they’ll break down Networking 2.0 and how it can serve as the next evolution for data ownership and access control. Colin and his team at Atsign have built the atProtocol®, a new open-source internet protocol that makes private and secure data sharing simple and intuitive, enabling any person, entity or thing to implement NIST Zero Trust

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25:47

How AI and TPRM Makes Security the ‘Dept. of...

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2024/06/11

In 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 security

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40:05

A Deep Dive into MSSPs: Understanding the Evolution...

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2024/06/04

In 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 & Prevent:

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39:41

Zero Trust Tactics: Preventing Breaches with Ivan...

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2024/05/28

In 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 guests, Ivan

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34:00

Enterprise Browsers: Work’s Natural Next Step

Hacker Valley Studio ·

2024/05/21

In 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 -

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