The Hacker"s Cache

In this conversation, Kyser Clark interviews Nathan Rice, a senior penetration tester, about his background and experience in cybersecurity. They discuss the differences between penetration testing and red team operations, the importance of starting with penetration testing before moving to red teaming, and the challenges and rewards of obtaining certifications. They also touch on the skills required for malware development and the importance of staying up to date with evolving techniques. Na...

Kyser Clark interviews Aaron Tran, a military veteran who successfully transitioned into a career in cybersecurity. They discuss Aaron's journey from the military to becoming a penetration tester, the challenges he faced, and the steps he took to bridge the gap between non-cyber and cyber roles. They also touch on the importance of having a plan and utilizing resources like the SkillBridge internship program. Aaron shares his insights on paying ransomware demands, the value of the TCM Practic...

In this conversation, Kyser Clark interviews Ryan Daub, an Offensive Security Analyst Associate, about his journey in cybersecurity and his current role as an internal penetration tester for healthcare organizations. They discuss topics such as landing a job in cybersecurity, the role of AI in penetration testing, the differences between internal and consulting pentesting, the importance of collaboration between red and blue teams, and the value of continuous learning in the field. Ryan also ...

In this conversation, Kyser Clark interviews Mike Finkel, a penetration tester, about his background and experiences in the cybersecurity field. They discuss certifications, the importance of customer service skills in pentesting, and the role of AI in the industry. Mike shares his hot take on AI, expressing his excitement for its potential in pentesting. They also touch on the value of getting out of one's comfort zone and overcoming social anxiety. Overall, the conversation provides insight...

In this conversation, George Raileanu discusses the importance of mentoring, strategies for finding a mentor, and the benefits of building a strong network in cybersecurity. He also shares advice on continuous learning, dealing with imposter syndrome and burnout, and the value of paying it forward in the industry.Connect with George Raileanu on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/george-raileanu/ TakeawaysMentoring is a crucial aspect of career development in cybersecurity, regardless of ex...

Kyser Clark and Kristopher Johnson's conversation covers various topics related to offensive security, certifications, career progression, and distinguishing between vulnerability assessments and penetration tests. Kristopher shares his journey into offensive security, his challenges, and the importance of continuous learning and perseverance. The conversation also goes into the significance of different certifications, the value of practical experience, and the need for clear differentiation...