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Breaking Into Cybersecurity

Christophe Foulon
Cybersecurity
Leadership
Application Security
Networking
Risk Management
Vulnerability Management
OWASP
Recruitment
Career Development
Diversity and Inclusion
Mentorship
Vulnerability Scanning
Digital Transformation
Community Engagement
Devsecops
Application Development Standards
Secure Coding
SANS Top 10
Entrepreneurship
Telecommunications

Kickstart your career or develop top security talent with the Breaking into Cybersecurity podcast. Visit breakingintocybersecurity.org to stay updated with our newsletter for each episode. We share real stories from professionals who successfully transitioned into the field. You will learn the exact steps they took, how they stay sharp, and get advice for landing a role. For SMB tech and cyber lea... more

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Hanah Marie Darley
Chief AI Officer and co-founder at Geordie AI; AI and cybersecurity expert with government intelligence and Darktrace background
Geordie AI
Episode: Hidden AI Threats: Is Your CISO Prepared? | Hanah-Marie Darley | Breaking into Cybersecurity
Daniel Ayala
Managing partner for a fractional CISO company (Secratic)
Secratic
Episode: CISO's AI Warning: Future-Proof Your Cyber Job - Daniel Ayala
Peter Swimm
Consultant at Toilville helping small businesses with workplace automation and AI security
Toilville
Episode: From Libraries to AI Security: Peter Swimm's Cybersecurity Path | Breaking Into Cybersecurity
Peter Swim
Cybersecurity consultant, founder of Toilville
Toilville
Episode: Creating Secure Products, Career Strategies and Cybersecurity: Peter Swimm's Advice
Adiel Sheik Mohammed
Cybersecurity expert with extensive experience and author of multiple books on AI and cybersecurity.
Episode: Adeel Shaikh Muhammad's Journey: From Networking to Cybersecurity Expertise
John Murrow
Cybersecurity Director with a background in history education and coaching
Elite Ops
Episode: From History Teacher to Cybersecurity Director: John Murrow's Unique Career Journey
Shadya Maldonado
Founder of ArcQubit, former military analyst with a strong background in cybersecurity and national security.
ArcQubit
Episode: Shadya Maldonado Pioneering Quantum Computing and Cybersecurity | Breaking into Cybersecurity
Brian Carbaugh
Former CIA officer and cybersecurity entrepreneur
Andesite
Episode: Breaking into Cybersecurity: Brian Carbaugh's Journey from CIA to Cyber Startup
MK Palmore
Cybersecurity leader and practitioner, formerly with the FBI
Apogee Global RMS
Episode: From FBI to Cybersecurity Leader: M.K. Palmore's Career Journey | Breaking Into Cybersecurity

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Christophe
Host of Breaking Into Cybersecurity
Christoph
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Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 40 ratings
  • For cybersecurity people

    Great insights whether you are just breaking into cybersecurity or a seasoned veteran.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ErlethePearl
    United States2 years ago
  • Leeanna Nicolo

    Great podcast by her and loved the direction given.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Master1319
    United States3 years ago
  • Great show and very relevant to today's emerging tech industry

    Awesome!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Gabeaaa
    United States7 years ago
  • Love all the amazing guests sharing their journeys

    Love all the amazing guests sharing their journeys

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dogfolife69
    United States7 years ago

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Guests' journeys and real-world tips are highlighted as valuable and relatable.
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Audience enjoys hearing diverse guest backgrounds and actionable takeaways.
Listeners appreciate practical career guidance for entering or advancing in cybersecurity.

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Creating Secure Products, Career Strategies and Cybersecurity: Peter Swimm's Advice
Q: From your library-to-Microsoft journey, what helped you land as a product owner and later expand into security-centric roles?
Being allowed to try things outside my lane in startups, soaking up knowledge from adjacent roles, and actively engaging with customers helped me understand what security and trust really require in practice, which prepared me for broader responsibilities in security-conscious product development.
From Libraries to AI Security: Peter Swimm's Cybersecurity Path | Breaking Into Cybersecurity
Q: What's a key mindset for juniors aiming to enter AI automation or cybersecurity?
Be willing to audit and understand the security implications of what you build, and learn to balance delivering value with robust security from the outset to avoid risky shortcuts later.
From Libraries to AI Security: Peter Swimm's Cybersecurity Path | Breaking Into Cybersecurity
Q: How did you transition from the library to a product owner role at Microsoft?
The path involved working in startups and cross-functional exposure, letting him learn from adjacent roles and gradually taking on security-focused responsibilities, which built the foundation for a product owner role with a security lens.
Adeel Shaikh Muhammad's Journey: From Networking to Cybersecurity Expertise
Q: If you look back at yourself today, and you were just starting your career, what advice would you give yourself if you were young Adiel starting today?
I would focus more on networking element because especially in the region where I am, network is everything. You will get your next job due to networks.
From History Teacher to Cybersecurity Director: John Murrow's Unique Career Journey
Q: What advice might you give to yourself or someone else in your shoes that's looking to grow their cybersecurity career?
Trust your gut and go with it. Take advice from those in the field and don't feel pigeonholed by past decisions.

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A practical, career-focused show that brings cybersecurity leaders and practitioners on to share their journeys, strategies, and lessons for breaking into and advancing in the field. Episodes cover career pivots, product security, hands-on skills, and how to navigate organizational culture, leadership, and ongoing learning in fast-moving tech environments. Notable throughlines include building secure products, zero trust, leadership in cybersecurity teams, and the importance of networking, certifications, and hands-on experience. The show also often features guests from government, startups, and large tech, highlighting diverse pathways into cybersecurity and actionable guidance for listeners aiming to enter or level up in the space.

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Recent guests on Breaking Into Cybersecurity include:

1. Hanah Marie Darley
2. Daniel Ayala
3. Peter Swimm
4. Peter Swim
5. Adiel Sheik Mohammed
6. John Murrow
7. Shadya Maldonado
8. Brian Carbaugh

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