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SOC Unlocked: Tales from the Cybersecurity Frontline

Mick Leach
Cybersecurity
Incident Response
AI In Cybersecurity
Insider Threats
Cloud Security
Myriad360
Hiring In Cybersecurity
Field CISO Role
Social Engineering
Health Care
Automation
Mentorship In Cybersecurity
Professional Networking
Networking
Ddos Attacks
Job Search Persistence
Quantum Computing
Analyst Burnout
Military Training
Threat Intelligence

The SOC Unlocked podcast unites SOC cybersecurity professionals in an immersive podcast experience, delving into cutting-edge industry insights, forecasting emerging cyber threats, and equipping listeners with actionable strategies to safeguard their organizations in the ever-evolving landscape of cybersecurity.

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Host Mick Leach welcomes renowned ethical hacker and author FC to SOC Unlocked for an unforgettable deep dive into the human side of cybersecurity. From walking unnoticed into a government facility with hundreds of cameras to the infamous “gold bar” ... more

In this episode of SOC Unlocked, host Mick Leach talks with Marty McDonald, Principal Domain Advisor at Optiv, about what it takes to modernize today’s SOCs for an AI-driven world.

Marty shares how forward-looking teams are automating repetitive, le... more

Senior Information Security Engineer Steven Dumolt joins SOC Unlocked to share the real-world challenges of working in a SOC. From scaling cloud-first operations to tackling alert fatigue and AI hype, he offers insights on resilience, teamwork, and c... more

In this episode of SOC Unlocked, host Mick Leach sits down with Lisa Tetrault, Senior Vice President of Security Services at Arctic Wolf, to explore AI-driven threats, SOC leadership, and building a culture that keeps analysts engaged and effective. more

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Marty McDonald
Principal Security Advisor at Optiv
Optiv
Episode: Testing, Learning, Evolving: How Practice and Precision Strengthen the SOC with Marty McDonald
Steven Dumolt
Security Engineer at Viva
Viva
Episode: From Alerts to Automation: Lessons in SOC Resilience with Steven Dumolt
Lisa Tetrault
Senior Vice President of Security Services at Arctic Wolf
Arctic Wolf
Episode: Leading the Pack: Human Ingenuity in the AI-Driven SOC with Lisa Tetrault
Patti Titus
First CISO of the TSA and an expert in cybersecurity risk management
TSA
Episode: From the Battlefield to the Boardroom: Lessons in Cyber Leadership with Patti Titus
Nikki Milburn
Chief Information Security Officer and Chief Privacy Officer at Franklin County Data Center
Franklin County Data Center
Episode: Purpose-Driven Cybersecurity: Collaboration and Community Focus with Nikki Milburn
Aaron Roane
Cybersecurity professional with a background in law enforcement
Episode: From Law Enforcement to Cyber Defender: Lessons in Security and Resilience with Aaron Roane
Michael Vetri
Director of Security Operations at a healthcare technology company
Healthcare Technology Company
Episode: Training for the Digital Battlefield: A Black Belt Approach to Cybersecurity with Michael Vetri
Joe South
Cybersecurity professional and host of Security Unfiltered.
Security Unfiltered
Episode: Lessons in Persistence and Progress: Navigating the Path from IT to Cybersecurity with Joe South
Eric Zielinski
Cybersecurity professional with experience in various roles including incident response and cloud security.
Episode: Ethical AI and Human Expertise: Striking the Right Balance in Cybersecurity with Eric Zielinski

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Mick Leach
Host of SOC Unlocked, Future of cybersecurity discussions, and strategies from the cybersecurity frontline.

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Testing, Learning, Evolving: How Practice and Precision Strengthen the SOC with Marty McDonald
Q: Have you seen anyone use AI to propose YARA rules?
Yes, AI is being used to create initial detection content which can be refined by analysts for effective monitoring.
Testing, Learning, Evolving: How Practice and Precision Strengthen the SOC with Marty McDonald
Q: What's one of the biggest misconceptions you often hear about AI and cybersecurity?
Many folks believe AI will immediately replace their people, neglecting the fact that humans are still crucial in decision-making.
Leading the Pack: Human Ingenuity in the AI-Driven SOC with Lisa Tetrault
Q: What advice would you offer someone that says, I want to do this?
The best candidates are those with the aptitude to learn, who show up, and have a passion for cybersecurity.
Leading the Pack: Human Ingenuity in the AI-Driven SOC with Lisa Tetrault
Q: What is the recent shift or challenge that the SOC over there at Arctic Wolf has faced?
One of the biggest shifts has been the increasing sophistication of social engineering powered by AI, resulting in phishing emails that are highly convincing.
From Alerts to Automation: Lessons in SOC Resilience with Steven Dumolt
Q: What is your approach there at Viva to reducing analyst burnout and alert fatigue?
We automate a lot of data collection, constantly review our playbooks for efficiency, and hold informal meetings to foster team cohesion and relieve stress.

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