Navigating Cybersecurity Careers: Insights from Brennan Lodge

In this episode of the Cybersecurity Recruiter Podcast, Thomas is joined by Brennan Lodge to discuss his extensive experience and career in cybersecurity. They delve into Brennan's past roles at Goldman Sachs, BlockFi, and HSBC, as well as his current ventures as a founder of BLodgic and fractional CISO. Brennan shares insights on balancing multiple roles, the importance of communication and mentorship, and his passion for integrating AI and data science into cybersecurity practices.

The conversation also touches on the need for resilience, the evolving landscape of cybersecurity, and the benefits of attending industry conferences. Brennan recommends two impactful books: Shon Harris's CISSP guide and Ethan Mollick's 'Co-Intelligence: Living and Working with AI

Brennan also tells us about his LinkedIn Learning LinkedIn learning class coming out on AI Tools and Automation for Cybersecurity and his previous classes on LinkedIn Learning,- RAG (retrieve augmented generation) and use cases of RAG for cybersecurity. And then MCP (model context protocol) and use cases of using and securing MCP and cybersecurity.

00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome

00:30 Guest Background and Career Highlights

01:45 Current Role and Responsibilities

03:38 Insights on Cybersecurity and Career Growth

05:35 Challenges and Strategies in Cybersecurity

13:49 The Role of AI in Cybersecurity

21:49 AI in Legal and Security Frameworks

22:27 The Role of AI in GRC and Audits

23:22 Challenges and Benefits of AI in Compliance

27:38 The Importance of Conferences and Networking

31:56 Upcoming Talks and Learning Resources

35:07 Books and Resources for Career Growth

38:10 Final Thoughts on Cybersecurity and AI

Navigating Cybersecurity Recruitment: Insights from Carter Miller

In this episode of the Cyber Security Recruiter podcast, Tom engages in a candid conversation with Carter Miller, the head of talent at Trail of Bits. They discuss Carter's journey in the recruitment industry, touching on his roles at various organizations including Scope Group, Capital One, and Research Innovations. They delve into the importance of passion, continuous learning, and community involvement for candidates looking to excel in cybersecurity roles.

Carter shares insights on effective hiring practices, the impact of AI in recruitment, and the challenges posed by fake candidates. The episode also highlights Carter's personal growth journey and his efforts to create an inclusive and agile work environment at Trail of Bits. Book recommendation: ´The Rising Leader Handbook´ by Mark Silverman.

00:00 Introduction and Technical Issues

01:15 Carter Miller's Career Journey

03:48 Recruitment Insights and Strategies

09:23 AI and Cybersecurity Innovations

15:34 Hiring Criteria and Candidate Tips

18:48 Hiring Passionate People at Trail of Bits

19:19 Importance of Blockchain and Public Contests

20:43 Job Search Fatigue and Candidate Preparation

21:54 Challenges in Reviewing Resumes

24:12 AI in Job Applications

30:57 Building Relationships in Recruiting

35:14 The Rising Leader Handbook

38:46 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

Carter suggested:

The Rising leader Handbook by Mark Silverman

The Journey from Employee to Cybersecurity Entrepreneur with Kevin Johnson

In this episode of the Cyber Security Recruiter podcast, the host interviews Kevin Johnson, CEO of Secure Ideas.

Kevin shares his experience and insights from his career journey, including his early days as a programmer, a SANS instructor, and his transition to running his own successful cybersecurity firm. He discusses the differences between being busy and being productive, the importance of consuming and discerning information, and the ethical implications of business practices like cold calling.

Kevin also emphasizes the role of a strong support network in achieving entrepreneurial success and offers advice on how to sustain long-term business growth.

Additionally, he recommends Malcolm Gladwell's podcast 'Revisionist History' for its insights into understanding and solving complex problems.

00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome

00:23 The Busy vs. Productive Debate

02:15 Kevin's Journey into Cybersecurity

04:42 The Importance of Consuming Knowledge

07:24 From Employee to Entrepreneur

14:48 The Power of Doing

18:29 The Evolution of MVPs and Security Concerns

19:10 Leadership vs. Management: A Personal Insight

20:04 The Importance of Fun in the Workplace

21:24 A Unique Approach to Customer Service

26:07 The Ethics of Cold Calling and Inbound Marketing

31:52 The Impact of Revisionist History

36:45 Concluding Thoughts and Reflections

Kevin suggested:

Talking to Strangers book and Revisionist History podcast by Malcolm Gladwell