Blak Cyber

ABOUT THIS EPISODE: The Blak Cyber podcast sits down to talk to Jon Stern about Third-Party Risk, and his automated tool for risk assessment "Velocity" Please subscribe and share to support this podcast. Jon's Websites: 1. Personal LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jon-sternstein/ 2. Professional Website: https://www.sternsecurity.com/ 3. Velocity Promo: https://vimeo.com/492240490 Podcast Links: [Anchor] https://anchor.fm/blakcyber [Youtube] https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLwzacDvVwciP5dE20tK9fL4hi9JknnrNp [Spotify] https://open.spotify.com/show/0fl2mVx9jBzV7yWdWABixF [Apple] https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/blak-cyber/id1502104299

ABOUT THIS EPISODE: In this episode I talk about 3 tips for answering cybersecurity interview questions.

ABOUT THIS EPISODE: In this episode of the Blak Cyber podcast I turn a lost unpublished blog into a vlog podcast discussing the importance of why it is vitally important to foster a strong, positive, and impactful cyber and information technology team. Please subscribe and share to support this podcast. Websites: https://www.cybrary.it/ Podcast Links: [Anchor] https://anchor.fm/blakcyber [Youtube] https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLwzacDvVwciP5dE20tK9fL4hi9JknnrNp [Spotify] https://open.spotify.com/show/0fl2mVx9jBzV7yWdWABixF [Apple] https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/blak-cyber/id1502104299

In this episode I talk about how I had to fight the urge to give up and keep fighting for my dream job.

ABOUT THIS EPISODE: In the episode I break down a model that show you how to progress in your career. Copyright (c) 2021 George McPherson, all rights reserved Please subscribe and share to support this podcast. Podcast Links: [Anchor] https://anchor.fm/blakcyber [Youtube] https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLwzacDvVwciP5dE20tK9fL4hi9JknnrNp [Spotify] https://open.spotify.com/show/0fl2mVx9jBzV7yWdWABixF [Apple] https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/blak-cyber/id1502104299

ABOUT THIS EPISODE: The Blak Cyber podcast sits down for its first episode of 2021 to talk to Keyaan Williams, founder and Managing Director of Cyber Leadership and Strategy Solutions (CLASS-LLC), a global professional services firm that specializes in corporate governance and cybersecurity-focused enterprise risk management solutions for US-based and international customers in financial services, defense, health technology, logistics and shipping, oil and gas, cloud services, and education technology, and national and local governments. Prior to CLASS-LLC, he has dedicated more than two decades to developing and supporting programs in large, regulated enterprises. Beyond security, Keyaan established his reputation for executive leadership as President of the Information Systems Security Association (ISSA) International Board of Directors. He currently serves as the chair of the risk committee for a global non-profit and is a founding member of the Atlanta Chapter of the Private Directors Association. Please subscribe and share to support this podcast. Keyaan's Websites: 1. Personal LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/keyaan/ 2. Professional Website: https://class-llc.com/ Podcast Links: [Anchor] https://anchor.fm/blakcyber [Youtube] https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLwzacDvVwciP5dE20tK9fL4hi9JknnrNp [Spotify] https://open.spotify.com/show/0fl2mVx9jBzV7yWdWABixF [Apple] https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/blak-cyber/id1502104299

ABOUT THIS EPISODE: The Blak Cyber podcast sits down to talk to Yatia Hopkins, the award winning, and accomplished Cybersecurity VP about her career, her teaching style and master plan to Empow(H)er African American women in the Cyber Security field. Please subscribe and share to support this podcast. Yatia Hopkin's Websites: 1. Personal LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/yatiahopkins/ 2. Professional Website: https://www.tiahopkins.com/ 3. Empow(H)er Website: https://www.empowhercybersecurity.org/ Podcast Links: [Anchor] https://anchor.fm/blakcyber [Youtube] https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLwzacDvVwciP5dE20tK9fL4hi9JknnrNp [Spotify] https://open.spotify.com/show/0fl2mVx9jBzV7yWdWABixF [Apple] https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/blak-cyber/id1502104299

ABOUT THIS EPISODE: US Army Captain Nico Smith stops by the Blak Cyber podcast to talk about why passion is the secret sauce to going the extra mile and being really successful in Cybersecurity. He also talks about his love for the Chi-Town and why he gives back to the community. Please subscribe and share to support this podcast. Nico Smith's Websites: 1. Personal LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicodesigns/ 2. CYBER Coin: https://soldiersandsaints.com/redcoin/ 3. Podcast Features : https://soldiersandsaints.com/podcasts/2020/ 4. CTF Write Up: https://medium.com/@sockiewoxie/unpack-the-yakk-and-fcrack-challenge-a8795e340d68 Podcast Links: [Anchor] https://anchor.fm/blakcyber [Youtube] https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLwzacDvVwciP5dE20tK9fL4hi9JknnrNp [Spotify] https://open.spotify.com/show/0fl2mVx9jBzV7yWdWABixF [Apple] https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/blak-cyber/id1502104299

ABOUT THIS EPISODE: Jon Sternstein stops by the Blak Cyber podcast and gives some insight on his tenacious and ambitious start to his cyber security career, his success throughout the years, and starting, and running a successful security consulting firm. Please subscribe and share to support this podcast. Jon Sternstein's Websites: 1. Company website: https://www.sternsecurity.com/ 2. Company LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/sternsecurity 4. Personal LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jon-sternstein/ 5. Healthcare Breaches website: https://www.healthcarebreaches.com/ 6. Velocity website (Security posture & 3rd Party Assessments): https://www.velocitysec.com/ 7. Cisco Press Course that has the intro video: https://www.ciscopress.com/store/security-penetration-testing-the-art-of-hacking-series-9780134834498 Podcast Links: [Anchor] https://anchor.fm/blakcyber [Youtube] https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLwzacDvVwciP5dE20tK9fL4hi9JknnrNp [Spotify] https://open.spotify.com/show/0fl2mVx9jBzV7yWdWABixF [Apple] https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/blak-cyber/id1502104299

ABOUT THIS EPISODE: Today the Blak Cyber podcast caught up with Lead Threat Hunter, and part-time CISO Malcolm Blow and was handed the play book on how to get into and thrive in this niche discipline with in cybersecurity. *Disclaimer* "Everything Malcolm speaks about today are his own thoughts and opinions as a security professional and do not reflect that of any of his previous or current employers" Please subscribe and share to support this podcast. Malcolm Blow's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/malcolmblow/ Podcast Links: [Anchor] https://anchor.fm/blakcyber [Youtube] https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLwzacDvVwciP5dE20tK9fL4hi9JknnrNp [Spotify] https://open.spotify.com/show/0fl2mVx9jBzV7yWdWABixF [Apple] https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/blak-cyber/id1502104299

ABOUT THIS EPISODE: In this episode I sit down with Ron Ford, C|CISO, CISM and discusss his strong family upbringing that set him up for success, his rewarding and tenured Cybersecurity career, and his fight to be a willing advocate for diversity in Cybersecurity. Please subscribe and share to support this podcast. Ron Ford's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mrronford/ Podcast Links: [Anchor] https://anchor.fm/blakcyber [Youtube] https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLwzacDvVwciP5dE20tK9fL4hi9JknnrNp [Spotify] https://open.spotify.com/show/0fl2mVx9jBzV7yWdWABixF [Apple] https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/blak-cyber/id1502104299

In our first episode in our verses series we get into the Cyber entry level exam showdown! We will be comparing the CompTIA Security+ and the SSCP certification. Please subscribe and share to support this podcast. Security+: https://www.comptia.org/certifications/security SSCP: https://www.isc2.org/Certifications/SSCP Podcast Links: [Anchor] https://anchor.fm/blakcyber [Youtube] https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLwzacDvVwciP5dE20tK9fL4hi9JknnrNp [Spotify] https://open.spotify.com/show/0fl2mVx9jBzV7yWdWABixF [Apple] https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/blak-cyber/id1502104299

George McPherson appears on the "Greg Talks" podcast to talk about how he got into Cyber Security, and what he has going on currently. Greg's YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXSdfxQv7SpoRQYNyLwntZg Other topics: Why The Army Preperation vs. Luck Security's Perception Network Engineers vs. Security Engineers Why Did I Start My Podcast College vs. Certifications The Key To Customer Support In Cybersecurity Is Phrasing "NO" The Right Way. Black Hat Redemption: Book 1: The Recon Mission: https://www.amazon.com/Black-Hat-Redemption-Recon-Mission-ebook/dp/B086Z7TCVQ/ The "BLAK CYBER" Podcast: https://anchor.fm/blakcyber Fond-Hope, Focus, & Favor How I Got into Cybersecurity, and Why You Should Too: https://www.audible.com/pd/Fond-Hope-Focus-Favor-Audiobook/B083SN7CWL?qid=1590266342&sr=1-2&ref=a_search_c3_lProduct_1_2&pf_rd_p=e81b7c27-6880-467a-b5a7-13cef5d729fe&pf_rd_r=78JBKY4EFHWHQVMBZ465

ABOUT THIS EPISODE:The Blak Cyber podcast presents "The AI Governance Mentors Series, Episode 3 featuring Christine Chasse RN, JD, MSN, NE-C, CIPPUS, AIGP. Christine recently passed the AIGP (Artificial Intelligence Governance Professional), and shares some of her insights.Christine is an Attorney with a focus on Regulatory and Compliance, and Data Privacy.Please subscribe and share to support this podcast.Be sure to tap the "SUBSCRIBE" buttonl!Christine's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christine-chasse-rn/ #youtube #aigovernance #christinechasse

I sit down with Chelsea Pierre who is a a Speaker, Cyber-security Professional, and Certification Instructor. She talks about how to get into Cyber Security, and different adversities minorities, and women face in their journey. Chelsea's Social Media Links: Chelsea's LinkedIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chelseapierre/ Chelsea's Instructor Profile on Plural Sight: https://app.pluralsight.com/profile/author/chelsea-pierre

I sit down with Technology Professional turned Career Coach Superstar, Kanika Tolver! We discuss strategies to start, or re-vamp your IT career, and how to re-invent yourself into a Brand during the Coronavirus Pandemic. ***Kanika's Social Media Links*** Kanika's Official Website: https://kanikatolver.com/ Kanika's Book Link: https://www.amazon.com/Career-Rehab/dp/1599186519

In this Episode I sit down with Cybrary Master Instructor, The Cyber Life Podcast Host, and 2019 SC Media Reboot Leadership Award for Outstanding Educator, Ken Underhill. Ken's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kenunderhill/ Ken's Podcast: Cyber Life Podcast:  http://bit.ly/cyb3rlife 

I had the privilege of catching up with the one and only Michael A. Echols., a Senior Cyber-security Executive, Speaker, and Author. He dropped some jewels, and decoded the matrix! Michael's Official Website: https://maxcybersecurity.com/cyber-security-companies-washington-dc/ Michael's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mechols/ Michael's New Book Available On Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Secure-Cyber-Life-Government-Coming/dp/1950088553/ref=sr_1_2?keywords=Secure+Cyber+Life&qid=1585259265&sr=8-2

On this episode I announce that Cybrary's very own Master Instructor, Ken Underhill will be joining me for my next episode, I also flashback to when I appeared on Ken's podcast, "The Cyber Life" (full episode included). For more episodes of "The Cyber Life" podcast with host Ken Underhill go to: https://redcircle.com/shows/cyber-life

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