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The Hacker's Cache

Kyser Clark - Cybersecurity
Cybersecurity
Penetration Testing
Certifications
OSCP
Networking
Offensive Security
Ethical Hacking
Cybersecurity Certifications
Career Development
Red Teaming
Job Market
Bug Bounty Hunting
Youtube
Active Directory
Artificial Intelligence
Continuous Learning
Burnout
Soft Skills
System Administration
OSCP Certification

The show that decrypts the secrets of offensive cybersecurity, one byte at a time. Every week I invite you into the world of ethical hacking by interviewing leading offensive security practitioners. If you are a penetration tester, bug bounty hunter, red teamer, or blue teamer who wants to better understand the modern hacker mindset, whether you are new or experienced, this show is for you.

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In this deeply personal solo episode of The Hacker’s Cache, Kyser Clark opens up about severe cybersecurity burnout, getting let go from his pentesting job, and why he disappeared from content creation for over six months. Kyser shares the reality of... more

In this episode of The Hacker’s Cache, I sit down with Marco Figueroa, security researcher, former Intel threat hunter, and current Mozilla AI bug bounty leader, to discuss how artificial intelligence is already reshaping cybersecurity. We dive into ... more

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In this episode of The Hacker’s Cache Podcast, I sit down with Tyler Ramsbey to discuss why he quit his cybersecurity job to build his own penetration testing company, Kairos Sec, and hacking education platform, HackSmarter. We dive into the reality ... more

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In this episode of The Hacker’s Cache, Kyser Clark sits down with HD Moore, the legendary creator of Metasploit and CEO of RunZero, to discuss why relying on CVEs is putting organizations at risk in 2025. They unpack the truth about vulnerabilities t... more

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Recent Guests

Marco Figueroa
Security researcher and product leader with nearly two decades of experience in advanced threats, reverse engineering, malware, and threat intelligence
Mozilla (Gen AI program), former roles at McAfee, Intel, SentinelOne
Episode: #73 AI Is Already Replacing Cybersecurity Jobs ft. Marco Figueroa
Kyle Hoehn
A seasoned penetration tester with extensive experience in offensive security.
Episode: #70 From Teen Hacker to Professional Pentester: The Journey of Kyle Hoehn
Jim Schultz
OSCP certified cybersecurity consultant and penetration tester with more than 15 years of experience.
Episode: #69 Why He Left a Safe Job to Hack Companies for a Living ft. Jim Schultz
Bhanu Reddy
A cybersecurity professional and entrepreneur with expertise in penetration testing and network security, he has trained students worldwide, co-founded training programs, and built capture the flag labs.
NoMo Toys
Episode: #67 Living Outside the U.S.? Here’s How to Get Into Cybersecurity Anyway ft. Bhanu Reddy
Trent Miller
Penetration tester, security researcher, and community leader.
GoScale
Episode: #66 The #1 Thing That Makes Pentesting Fun (Not Stressful) ft. Trent Miller
Vladimir Ichkov
Senior penetration tester with over 15 years of combined experience in system administration and offense security.
Bank of America
Episode: #64 Job Interview Secrets From the Other Side of the Table ft. Vladimir Ichkov
Carl Vincent
Senior security professional with experience in offensive security and threat intelligence.
Episode: #62 Is InfoSec Slowing Down? Threat Models Explained ft. Carl Vincent (vyrus)
Robert O'Connor
Penetration Tester and Red Team Consultant focused on internal network and Active Directory Assessments
Episode: #60 Shellcode Evasion in 2025: What Still Works (and What Doesn’t) ft. Robert O’Connor
Tadi Kandango
A penetration tester at GoSecure with over three years of experience in offensive security.
GoSecure
Episode: #58 Why Attention Is the Real Currency in Cybersecurity ft. Tadi

Hosts

Kyser Clark
Host of The Hacker's Cache, cybersecurity educator and practitioner.
Kaiser Clark
Host of The Hacker's Cache, experienced cybersecurity practitioner and educator.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 36 ratings
  • Quickly became one of my favorite podcasts.

    The format, topics, and guests have all been top quality since episode 1. If you have even a passing interest in cybersecurity, or penetration testing in particular, this is the place for you. It’s been a positive impact on my life for sure.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Oneofthe11
    United States2 years ago

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Great mix of veteran experts and rising practitioners
Strong focus on offensive security and hands-on learning
Engaging guests with practical security insights
Content emphasizes practical career guidance beyond certifications

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#183
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#244
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#73 AI Is Already Replacing Cybersecurity Jobs ft. Marco Figueroa
Q: So do you think that's a possibility for people like me who's a pen tester or office security professional, will AI fully automate our jobs?
Yes, there will be job losses, but the key is to learn how to use AI tools effectively, adapt your skills, and build workflows that automate repetitive tasks, freeing time for higher-level work.
#68 Q&A: Why You’ll Fail in Cybersecurity if You Stop Learning
Q: Would you recommend doing the Hack The Box CPTS path and certificate to land a pen testing job?
He believes that while the Hack The Box CPTS is building a reputation, currently OSCP is the more recognized certification.
#68 Q&A: Why You’ll Fail in Cybersecurity if You Stop Learning
Q: Do you believe jumping into OACP would help me get my foot in the door with that job?
Kyser recommends the OSCP as the best shot for being recognized by hiring managers and recruiters currently.
#69 Why He Left a Safe Job to Hack Companies for a Living ft. Jim Schultz
Q: How important do you think a degree is?
It depends on the individual; it's a good option for younger people still figuring things out, but those with more experience may benefit from self-study and networking.
#69 Why He Left a Safe Job to Hack Companies for a Living ft. Jim Schultz
Q: What do you think the academic world gets right when it comes to preparing people for cybersecurity?
It teaches you how to interact as an adult in the real world and helps build soft skills through team work and communication.

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What is The Hacker's Cache about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show centers on offensive cybersecurity, featuring interviews with practitioners across penetration testing, red teaming, bug bounty, and related fields. Episodes frequently explore practical defense/offense tradeoffs, career paths, certifications, hands-on skills, and the evolving role of AI and tooling in security. Notable angles include real-world breach insights beyond CVEs, practical education for aspiring practitioners, and tips for breaking into competitive security careers. A standout aspect is the balance between technical depth and accessible career guidance, with guests ranging from seasoned consultants to rising researchers, often sharing actionable lessons for listeners aiming to advance in offensive security or transition... more

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1. Marco Figueroa
2. Kyle Hoehn
3. Jim Schultz
4. Bhanu Reddy
5. Trent Miller
6. Vladimir Ichkov
7. Carl Vincent
8. Robert O'Connor

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