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Simply Defensive

Simply Cyber Media Group
Cybersecurity
Incident Response
Industrial Cyber Security
War Driving
Critical Infrastructure
Mentorship In Cybersecurity
Detection Engineering
DEFCON
Hard Hat Brigade
Power Plants
Water Treatment Facilities
Manufacturing
Wigle
Kismet
San Diego
Defensive Cybersecurity
Detection As Code
Blue Teaming
Red Teaming
Networking

Join us for Simply Defensive, a podcast dedicated to exploring the world of defensive cybersecurity through the lens of real-world experts. In each episode, we'll interview leading professionals from the cybersecurity industry, delving into their experiences, challenges, and innovative solutions. Whether you're a seasoned cybersecurity veteran or just starting to learn about the field, Simply Defe... more

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Josh Mason and Wade Wells sit down with Brian Carrier, the creator of Sleuth Kit and Autopsy, two of the most widely used digital forensics tools in the world. They dig into how Brian got his start in the early days of computer forensics, how open so... more

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In this episode of Simply Defensive, host Josh Mason and co-host discuss their experiences and challenges in cybersecurity, along with guest Victoria, a student and SOC analyst at UNLV.

The conversation covers the complexities of building a Security... more

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What happens when you go from fixing executives’ laptops at Goldman Sachs to defending against cyber threats in a SOC?

In this episode of Simply Defensive, hosts Josh Mason and Wade Wells sit down with Kevin Apolinario — better known as KevTech — to... more

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In this episode of Simply Defensive, we sit down with JB, a Senior Cybersecurity Engineer working in detection engineering. JB shares his journey from SOC analyst to detection engineer, diving deep into the challenges of cloud-native security, Kubern... more

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In this episode of Simply Defensive, Josh Mason and Wade Wells sit down with Markus Schober, founder of Blue Cape Security, to talk all things digital forensics, incident response (DFIR), and why hands-on training beats theory every time.

We dig int... more

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From Army recon missions to building Morado, COO Jordan Kalm reveals how military intelligence tactics translate into modern cyber threat intelligence. In this Simply Defensive episode, Josh Mason and Wade Wells dive into what really works for blue t... more

From the streets to the SOC. đź’»

In this episode of Simply Defensive, Josh Mason and Wade Wells talk with Andrew Crotty — aka Ginger Hacker. A former detective turned Tier 3 SOC analyst and Army reservist, Andrew shares his journey into cyber, the st... more

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Automation is changing the way defenders work. In this episode of Simply Defensive, we sit down with Kevin Mata, Director of Cloud Operations at Swimlane, to talk about his journey from flipping burgers at In-N-Out to flipping SOC alerts with automat... more

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Recent Guests

Mitch Cohen
Privacy and OPSEC expert at Flare.io
Flare.io
Episode: S3 E3: Unlocking the Secrets of OPSEC - A Deep Dive with Mitch Cohen
Edna Johnson
Cybersecurity engineer and BSides volunteer coordinator
Episode: S3 E2: Navigating the Cybersecurity Landscape with Edna Johnson - From Developer to Threat Hunter
Fletus Poston
Cyber evangelist and cyber defense expert
Current position in cyber defense
Episode: S3 E1: Building Effective Cyber Defense Teams with Fletus Poston III
Reanna Schultz
SOC Manager, cyber influencer, and podcaster
Episode: S2 E8: SOC Challenges, Trends, and Community Wisdom with Reanna Schultz
Slava Konstantinov
Head of Mac at ThreatLocker
ThreatLocker
Episode: S2 E7: Understanding Mac Security - Challenges and Insights with Slava Konstantinov
Leslie Carhart
Head of Incident Response and Forensics at Dragos
Dragos
Episode: S2 E6: Navigating OT Security - An Inside Look with Lesley Carhart
David Perez
Former red teamer in the Navy, now a detection engineer.
BHIS
Episode: S2 E5: From Red to Blue - David Perez's Cybersecurity Odyssey
Hayden Covington
Cybersecurity professional at Black Hills, focusing on SOC operations and metrics.
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Episode: S2 E4: SOC Operations and Metrics with Hayden Covington
Jessica Bishop
SOC analyst with a background in military police and sales.
MSSP
Episode: S2 E2: From Military Police to Cyber Sleuth - Jess Bishop's Journey and Insights

Hosts

Josh Mason
Host with experience in cybersecurity, focusing on defensive strategies and community outreach.
Wade Wells
Co-host involved in discussions around cybersecurity practicalities and community efforts.

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S3 E2: Navigating the Cybersecurity Landscape with Edna Johnson - From Developer to Threat Hunter
Q: What's one piece of advice that you could give to any Blue Teamer?
Get really familiar with what are expected processes on a computer, know the expected behavior of Windows systems to recognize when things aren't working properly, and get really familiar with the basics.
S3 E3: Unlocking the Secrets of OPSEC - A Deep Dive with Mitch Cohen
Q: What is one piece of advice you would give to blue teamers about OPSEC or just about life in general?
Don't overlook the obvious. Look for gaps in security that may seem trivial but can have significant consequences.
S2 E1: Cybersecurity Adventures with Dan Reardon - Memes, Blogging, and Community Insights
Q: What got you into cybersecurity? What's kind of your hacker origin story?
A knee injury led to exploring IT, which transitioned into learning about cybersecurity.
S2 E1: Cybersecurity Adventures with Dan Reardon - Memes, Blogging, and Community Insights
Q: What do you think is the biggest difference between you doing all that entry-level training and the actual job?
It's a lot different than I thought it would be; there's more IT involved than expected.
S1 E4: Real Talk on Cybersecurity Careers with FedX
Q: In cyber, does the degree really matter? Or do you think it was worth it?
Experience trumps education, but having a degree may help get past HR barriers.

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Focused on defensive cybersecurity, the content features real-world insights from experienced professionals in the field. Noteworthy discussions include operational security, cyber defense strategies, and the integration of community initiatives to improve understanding and collaboration within the cybersecurity sphere. The emphasis on practical advice makes it valuable for both veterans and newcomers, covering topics such as threat hunting, incident response, and the importance of effective communication across cybersecurity teams. With a blend of expert opinions and actionable insights, the content is designed to enhance listeners’ knowledge and prepare them for the challenges posed by evolving cyber threats.

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2. Edna Johnson
3. Fletus Poston
4. Reanna Schultz
5. Slava Konstantinov
6. Leslie Carhart
7. David Perez
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