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Simply Offensive

Suzu Labs
Cybersecurity
Penetration Testing
Offensive Security
Ransomware
Red Teaming
Incident Response
Threat Intelligence
Blue Team
Red Team
Linux Security
Multi-Factor Authentication
Networking
Certifications
Burnout
Artificial Intelligence
Threatlocker
Digital Forensics
Corporate America
Community Building
Technical Assessments

Phillip Wylie interviews cybersecurity industry experts on offensive security and techniques around penetration testing and red teaming.

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In this episode of Simply Offensive, Phillip Wylie sits down with longtime friend, former coworker, and cybersecurity professional Darin Fredde. The conversation traces Darin's journey from computer-aided design and telecommunications to becoming a C... more

In this episode of Simply Offensive, Phillip Wylie sits down with longtime cybersecurity professional Jim Nitterauer to discuss his unconventional journey from environmental microbiology researcher to entrepreneur, infrastructure engineer, security l... more

In this episode of Simply Offensive, Phillip Wylie sits down with V, a longtime contributor to the Dallas cybersecurity community, board member for B-Sides DFW, and cybersecurity professional with experience spanning Identity and Access Management (I... more

From Law Enforcement to Cyber Threat Intelligence: Andrew “GingerHacker” Crotty’s Journey into Cybersecurity

In this episode of Simply Offensive, Phillip Wylie sits down with Andrew “GingerHacker” Crotty to talk about breaking into cybersecurity, bu... more

In this episode of Simply Offensive, Phillip Wylie sits down with fellow Suzu Labs team member Steven Swift to discuss cybersecurity from a defensive and consulting perspective. Steven shares his journey from aspiring software developer to incident r... more

In this episode of Simply Offensive, Phillip Wylie sits down with Joff Thyer to unpack how artificial intelligence is reshaping cybersecurity. From the evolution of training and conferences to the rapid acceleration of vulnerability discovery, Joff s... more

In this episode, Aaron Colclough shares his unique journey from military service to cybersecurity, emphasizing the importance of hands-on experience, continuous learning, and leveraging AI responsibly in pen testing. Discover insights on career pivot... more

Nicolas Chaillan on AI Replacing Jobs, National Security, and Staying Relevant in the AI EraEpisode SummaryIn this episode of Simply Offensive, host Phillip Wylie sits down with entrepreneur and former U.S. Air Force and Space Force Chief Software Of... more

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Tyler Ramsbey
Penetration tester, content creator, and entrepreneur
Self-employed, YouTube
Episode: Hacking Smarter with Tyler Ramsbey
Tim Shipp
Startup founder and veteran cybersecurity professional with over 25 years of experience.
Threatlight
Episode: Navigating the Cybersecurity Landscape with Tim Shipp
Catherine Ullman
Principal Technology Architect for the Security Group at the University of Buffalo, specializing in digital forensics and incident response.
University of Buffalo
Episode: Leveraging Offensive Security for Better Defense with Catherine Ullman
Rob Allen
Chief Product Officer at ThreatLocker
ThreatLocker
Episode: The Power of Proactive Security with Rob Allen
Joseph Brinkley
Known as The Blind Hacker, he runs the DeadPixel community and mentors individuals entering the cybersecurity field.
DeadPixelSec
Episode: Community, Burnout, and Leveling Up in Offensive Security with Joe Brinkley
Ben Thal
Offensive Security Professional with over 10 years of experience in red teaming, penetration testing, and hardware hacking.
Episode: Red Teaming vs. Pentesting, Certs That Matter, and Breaking In Without Coding with Ben Thal
Amélie Koran
30-year cybersecurity veteran, previously leader of the AI Red Team at Walmart
Walmart
Episode: AI in Red Teaming & Communicating with Leadership with Amélie Koran
Michael Kim
Penetration tester with extensive training and certifications in offensive security.
Episode: Cracking The Offensive Security Career Code with Michael Kim

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Phillip Wylie
Host of Simply Offensive

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Hacking Smarter with Tyler Ramsbey
Q: How soon should people start creating content?
It's best to start creating content right now, even if you're just starting out in your journey.
Hacking Smarter with Tyler Ramsbey
Q: What can people do to leverage their soft skills and be better communicators?
The only way to get better at public speaking is to do public speaking consistently.
Cracking The Offensive Security Career Code with Michael Kim
Q: Where would you recommend starting for someone wanting to get into offensive security?
Michael recommends starting with platforms like TriHack.me for foundational knowledge, along with networking and sharing experiences on LinkedIn.
Cracking The Offensive Security Career Code with Michael Kim
Q: What kind of technical assessments do you have to go through to prove that you have the skills?
Michael mentions various types of interviews he encountered including impromptu CTFs, screen-sharing code assessments, and scenario-based questions to gauge problem-solving approaches.
Cracking The Offensive Security Career Code with Michael Kim
Q: What did you do in that role?
Michael started his career in cybersecurity as a test engineer at Booz Allen, focusing on cross-domain solutions before transitioning to a pentester role.

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The episodes center on offensive security, red teaming, and practical career guidance for cybersecurity professionals. Conversations typically blend technical depth with actionable advice—ranging from penetration testing, red vs. blue team dynamics, and threat intelligence to career development, certifications, and community-building. A consistent thread across episodes is the emphasis on proactive defense, practical tooling, and continuous learning, often anchored by guest experiences from coursework, certifications, and real-world engagements. The format tends to mix storytelling with concrete approaches, making it appealing to practitioners seeking to level up their skills, explore career paths, or learn how to communicate security more ... more

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2. Tim Shipp
3. Catherine Ullman
4. Rob Allen
5. Joseph Brinkley
6. Ben Thal
7. Amélie Koran
8. Michael Kim

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