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Wait Just an Infosec is a weekly hour-long cybersecurity-focused broadcast produced by SANS Institute, streamed live on LinkedIn and YouTube, Tuesdays at 10am ET and available to listen to in podcast format on Wednesdays. Our hosts and invited guests are a rotating lineup of SANS faculty members and experts across all infosec domains – some of the brightest minds in cybersecurity, with decades of experience as practitioners. Each week will offer thought-provoking, rich content for a full range of information security topics spanning cloud security, cybersecurity leadership, digital forensics, offensive operations, and more.

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    2024 Trends & Predictions Series: Ransomware

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 24, 2024 49:20


    With the continuous evolution of ransomware and its pervasive risks to organizations' very existence, new threats can be difficult to predict. That's why, in this newest episode of Wait Just an Infosec, SANS Certified Instructors and leading ransomware authorities, Ryan Chapman and Mari DeGrazia are joined by guest Ann Pham, to break down what they see as the most important ransomware threats of 2024 and provide predictions about the evolving threat landscape. Wait Just an Infosec is produced by the SANS Institute. You can watch the full, weekly Wait Just an Infosec live stream on the SANS Institute YouTube, LinkedIn, Twitter, and Facebook channels on Tuesdays at 10:00am ET (2:00pm UTC). Feature segments from each episode are published in a podcast format on Wednesdays at noon eastern. If you enjoy the Wait Just an Infosec live, weekly show covering the latest cybersecurity trends and news and featuring world-renowned information security experts, be sure and become a member of our community. When you join the SANS Community, you will have access to cutting edge cyber security news, training, and free tools you can't find anywhere else. Learn more about Wait Just an Infosec at sans.org/wjai and become a member of our community at sans.org/join. Connect with SANS on social media and watch the weekly live show: YouTube | LinkedIn | Facebook | Twitter

    2024 Cyber Defense Trends and Predictions

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 10, 2024 32:09


    Join SANS Senior Instructor, Blueprint podcast host, and blue team guru, John Hubbard, as he walks us through his cyber defense trends and predictions for 2024. John is joined by Ismael Valenzuela, Gene McGowan, and Mark Baggett - who will detail important insights and considerations of which you should be aware and which you can use to improve your organization's cyber defense skills in the new year.Wait Just an Infosec is produced by the SANS Institute. You can watch the full, weekly Wait Just an Infosec live stream on the SANS Institute YouTube, LinkedIn, Twitter, and Facebook channels on Tuesdays at 10:00am ET (2:00pm UTC). Feature segments from each episode are published in a podcast format on Wednesdays at noon eastern. If you enjoy the Wait Just an Infosec live, weekly show covering the latest cybersecurity trends and news and featuring world-renowned information security experts, be sure and become a member of our community. When you join the SANS Community, you will have access to cutting edge cyber security news, training, and free tools you can't find anywhere else. Learn more about Wait Just an Infosec at sans.org/wjai and become a member of our community at sans.org/join. Connect with SANS on social media and watch the weekly live show: YouTube | LinkedIn | Facebook | Twitter

    Empowering Tomorrow's Security Leaders with the SANS Transformational Triad

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 6, 2023 40:23


    In an era characterized by the profound interconnection of technology, business strategy, and people within the realm of cybersecurity, the need for leaders with transformative capabilities has never been more critical. Join us as we explore the SANS Transformational Triad, an integral framework encompassing SANS' three most advanced security courses meticulously crafted for both existing and aspiring security leaders as well as Chief Information Security Officers (CISOs). This conversation will not only equip you with cutting-edge insights but also fortify your strategic ability to navigate the complex and dynamic landscape of cybersecurity leadership.Wait Just an Infosec is produced by the SANS Institute. You can watch the full, weekly Wait Just an Infosec live stream on the SANS Institute YouTube, LinkedIn, Twitter, and Facebook channels on Tuesdays at 10:00am ET (2:00pm UTC). Feature segments from each episode are published in a podcast format on Wednesdays at noon eastern. If you enjoy the Wait Just an Infosec live, weekly show covering the latest cybersecurity trends and news and featuring world-renowned information security experts, be sure and become a member of our community. When you join the SANS Community, you will have access to cutting edge cyber security news, training, and free tools you can't find anywhere else. Learn more about Wait Just an Infosec at sans.org/wjai and become a member of our community at sans.org/join. Connect with SANS on social media and watch the weekly live show: YouTube | LinkedIn | Facebook | Twitter

    Cyber Warfare Frontlines: Unveiling the Digital Battlefield with Rob Lee and Jake Williams

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 29, 2023 30:36


    Join renowned cybersecurity experts Rob Lee and Jake Williams in a riveting livestream discussion as they delve into the complex world of offensive cyber operations amid ongoing nation-state conflicts. In this episode of Wait Just an Infosec, we'll explore the critical role of cyber warfare in the Ukraine-Russia and other global conflicts, providing insights into how these digital battlegrounds shape modern warfare. Jake and Rob will unravel nations' strategic use of offensive hacking techniques to gain intelligence superiority and maintain reserve capabilities. They'll discuss how allies and adversaries leverage cyber warfare to influence and disrupt their opponents. This deep dive will also cover the ethical and legal implications of these actions. Expect a blend of technical expertise, real-world examples, and strategic analysis, offering viewers a comprehensive understanding of today's cyber warfare landscape. Wait Just an Infosec is produced by the SANS Institute. You can watch the full, weekly Wait Just an Infosec live stream on the SANS Institute YouTube, LinkedIn, Twitter, and Facebook channels on Tuesdays at 10:00am ET (2:00pm UTC). Feature segments from each episode are published in a podcast format on Wednesdays at noon eastern. If you enjoy the Wait Just an Infosec live, weekly show covering the latest cybersecurity trends and news and featuring world-renowned information security experts, be sure and become a member of our community. When you join the SANS Community, you will have access to cutting edge cyber security news, training, and free tools you can't find anywhere else. Learn more about Wait Just an Infosec at sans.org/wjai and become a member of our community at sans.org/join. Connect with SANS on social media and watch the weekly live show: YouTube | LinkedIn | Facebook | Twitter

    Thinking Outside the Firewall: Unconventional Cybersecurity Journeys

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 15, 2023 34:11


    Join us for an exhilarating episode as we dive into the extraordinary journeys of two unconventional cybersecurity success stories. Discover how they harnessed unique skills to prosper and make a difference in their communities. Get inspired by their innovative paths and their commitment to giving back.Wait Just an Infosec is produced by the SANS Institute. You can watch the full, weekly Wait Just an Infosec live stream on the SANS Institute YouTube, LinkedIn, Twitter, and Facebook channels on Tuesdays at 10:00am ET (2:00pm UTC). Feature segments from each episode are published in a podcast format on Wednesdays at noon eastern. If you enjoy the Wait Just an Infosec live, weekly show covering the latest cybersecurity trends and news and featuring world-renowned information security experts, be sure and become a member of our community. When you join the SANS Community, you will have access to cutting edge cyber security news, training, and free tools you can't find anywhere else. Learn more about Wait Just an Infosec at sans.org/wjai and become a member of our community at sans.org/join. Connect with SANS on social media and watch the weekly live show: YouTube | LinkedIn | Facebook | Twitter

    Weird Security Voyeurs Unite

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 9, 2023 36:40


    In this episode of Wait Just an Infosec, host Ryan Chapman is joined by Sherrod Degrippo to get a little weird and discuss some of the things they are seeing most recently in the cybersecurity space.Wait Just an Infosec is produced by the SANS Institute. You can watch the full, weekly Wait Just an Infosec live stream on the SANS Institute YouTube, LinkedIn, Twitter, and Facebook channels on Tuesdays at 10:00am ET (2:00pm UTC). Feature segments from each episode are published in a podcast format on Wednesdays at noon eastern. If you enjoy the Wait Just an Infosec live, weekly show covering the latest cybersecurity trends and news and featuring world-renowned information security experts, be sure and become a member of our community. When you join the SANS Community, you will have access to cutting edge cyber security news, training, and free tools you can't find anywhere else. Learn more about Wait Just an Infosec at sans.org/wjai and become a member of our community at sans.org/join. Connect with SANS on social media and watch the weekly live show: YouTube | LinkedIn | Facebook | Twitter

    Applying the Science of Human Behavior to Cybersecurity

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 1, 2023 49:22


    Applying psychological principles to educating end users about cybersecurity is nothing new; security awareness teams have long relied on behavioral science to influence best practices.  But “cyberpsychology” as a unique discipline is having a moment, and its implications go far beyond Cybersecurity Awareness Month.  Join us for this episode of Wait Just an Infosec. SANS's Rich Greene moderate's a discussion with Juliet Okafor, JD, and Stacy Thayer, PhD, MBA, and answer questions like:·      What is cyberpsychology?·      How can it make security teams better at everything from monitoring SIEM logs to conducting large-scale incident response?·      How can you leverage the knowledge of this emerging field?After, you'll get to hear from Black Girls Hack Founder Tennisha Martin and COO Rebekah Skeete on tips to prevent phishing - brought to you by #ShareTheMicInCyber Wait Just an Infosec is produced by the SANS Institute. You can watch the full, weekly Wait Just an Infosec live stream on the SANS Institute YouTube, LinkedIn, Twitter, and Facebook channels on Tuesdays at 10:00am ET (2:00pm UTC). Feature segments from each episode are published in a podcast format on Wednesdays at noon eastern. If you enjoy the Wait Just an Infosec live, weekly show covering the latest cybersecurity trends and news and featuring world-renowned information security experts, be sure and become a member of our community. When you join the SANS Community, you will have access to cutting edge cyber security news, training, and free tools you can't find anywhere else. Learn more about Wait Just an Infosec at sans.org/wjai and become a member of our community at sans.org/join. Connect with SANS on social media and watch the weekly live show: YouTube | LinkedIn | Facebook | Twitter

    Let's Settle This in the Cyber Range

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 25, 2023 48:06


    Ed Skoudis, SANS.edu President and creator of many a cyber range, will take the reins as host to welcome a bevy of cyber range aficionados, for an episode packed with tips, tricks, and behind-the-scenes looks at all thing's SANS cyber ranges. Hear from range designers about what makes for a good challenge and how SANS ranges are fundamentally different from others. Then, get a look from our event operations team at how cyber ranges come together, and find out about special events like the SANS Tournament of Champions and Services Cup. Finally, hear direct from the players and learn how you can get started using cyber ranges to level-up your cyber skills.Wait Just an Infosec is produced by the SANS Institute. You can watch the full, weekly Wait Just an Infosec live stream on the SANS Institute YouTube, LinkedIn, Twitter, and Facebook channels on Tuesdays at 10:00am ET (2:00pm UTC). Feature segments from each episode are published in a podcast format on Wednesdays at noon eastern. If you enjoy the Wait Just an Infosec live, weekly show covering the latest cybersecurity trends and news and featuring world-renowned information security experts, be sure and become a member of our community. When you join the SANS Community, you will have access to cutting edge cyber security news, training, and free tools you can't find anywhere else. Learn more about Wait Just an Infosec at sans.org/wjai and become a member of our community at sans.org/join. Connect with SANS on social media and watch the weekly live show: YouTube | LinkedIn | Facebook | Twitter

    Building the Security Culture Dream Team

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 19, 2023 43:00


    In a perfect world, what would the ultimate Security Culture team look like? What would be the different roles and skill sets on your team? Who would partner with whom, and what would their responsibilities and goals look like? Join SANS Security Awareness Director Lance Spitzner and his guest, Molly McLain, expert in Security Culture, for this episode of Wait Just an Infosec. They'll discuss security culture and human risk, a fitting topic for Cybersecurity Career Week.Wait Just an Infosec is produced by the SANS Institute. You can watch the full, weekly Wait Just an Infosec live stream on the SANS Institute YouTube, LinkedIn, Twitter, and Facebook channels on Tuesdays at 10:00am ET (2:00pm UTC). Feature segments from each episode are published in a podcast format on Wednesdays at noon eastern. If you enjoy the Wait Just an Infosec live, weekly show covering the latest cybersecurity trends and news and featuring world-renowned information security experts, be sure and become a member of our community. When you join the SANS Community, you will have access to cutting edge cyber security news, training, and free tools you can't find anywhere else. Learn more about Wait Just an Infosec at sans.org/wjai and become a member of our community at sans.org/join. Connect with SANS on social media and watch the weekly live show: YouTube | LinkedIn | Facebook | Twitter

    Defending Your Business Against Ransomware & Cyber Extortion

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 11, 2023 41:53


    SANS Certified Instructor and ransomware expert Ryan Chapman hosts this episode of Wait Just an Infosec, exploring tactics for defending your organization against ransomware and cyber extortion. Ryan welcomes his guest Brett Callow, threat analyst at cybersecurity solution provider Emsisoft – renowned in the ransomware community for building decryptors for many ransomware families over the years.Wait Just an Infosec is produced by the SANS Institute. You can watch the full, weekly Wait Just an Infosec live stream on the SANS Institute YouTube, LinkedIn, Twitter, and Facebook channels on Tuesdays at 10:00am ET (2:00pm UTC). Feature segments from each episode are published in a podcast format on Wednesdays at noon eastern. If you enjoy the Wait Just an Infosec live, weekly show covering the latest cybersecurity trends and news and featuring world-renowned information security experts, be sure and become a member of our community. When you join the SANS Community, you will have access to cutting edge cyber security news, training, and free tools you can't find anywhere else. Learn more about Wait Just an Infosec at sans.org/wjai and become a member of our community at sans.org/join. Connect with SANS on social media and watch the weekly live show: YouTube | LinkedIn | Facebook | Twitter

    To Click or Not to Click?

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 4, 2023 44:17


    The ground floor for corporate cybersecurity awareness begins with the users. Or does it begin with corporate safeguards? In this episode of Wait Just an Infosec, join SANS Certified Instructor Lodrina Cherne for a debate on one of the top Cybersecurity Awareness Month topics.Later in the show, SANS Author and Certified Instructor Dean Parsons joins the broadcast to talk Security Awareness. Dean will discuss the SANS Security Awareness Maturity Model, the top risks to organizations today and where we go to reduce these risks in industrial environmentsWait Just an Infosec is produced by the SANS Institute. You can watch the full, weekly Wait Just an Infosec live stream on the SANS Institute YouTube, LinkedIn, Twitter, and Facebook channels on Tuesdays at 10:00am ET (2:00pm UTC). Feature segments from each episode are published in a podcast format on Wednesdays at noon eastern. If you enjoy the Wait Just an Infosec live, weekly show covering the latest cybersecurity trends and news and featuring world-renowned information security experts, be sure and become a member of our community. When you join the SANS Community, you will have access to cutting edge cyber security news, training, and free tools you can't find anywhere else. Learn more about Wait Just an Infosec at sans.org/wjai and become a member of our community at sans.org/join. Connect with SANS on social media and watch the weekly live show: YouTube | LinkedIn | Facebook | Twitter

    Threat Actor Tool Analysis at Enterprise Scale

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 22, 2023 36:52


    "The more we learn about the tools that threat actors use — from discovery/enumeration tools all the way through ransomware payloads — the better we can understand how to detect, hunt, and prevent these actors from accomplishing their goals. In this episode of Wait Just an Infosec, join hosts Ryan Chapman and Mari DeGrazia as they welcome reverse engineer and threat hunter Silas Cutler for a heated discussion. Have your physical notepad and/or notepad.exe ready to go, as this chat will provide an informative session on how you and your organization can become more proactive in the identification and analysis of these threats."Wait Just an Infosec is produced by the SANS Institute. You can watch the full, weekly Wait Just an Infosec live stream on the SANS Institute YouTube, LinkedIn, Twitter, and Facebook channels on Tuesdays at 10:00am ET (2:00pm UTC). Feature segments from each episode are published in a podcast format on Wednesdays at noon eastern. If you enjoy the Wait Just an Infosec live, weekly show covering the latest cybersecurity trends and news and featuring world-renowned information security experts, be sure and become a member of our community. When you join the SANS Community, you will have access to cutting edge cyber security news, training, and free tools you can't find anywhere else. Learn more about Wait Just an Infosec at sans.org/wjai and become a member of our community at sans.org/join. Connect with SANS on social media and watch the weekly live show: YouTube | LinkedIn | Facebook | Twitter

    Detection Engineering: The Blue Team Cheat Code

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 13, 2023 39:23


    Detection engineering requires a unique combination of technical skills, threat research, and scientific method. Done properly, it allows us to better sift through the noise and identify information we can use to save time and manual effort.In this episode of Wait Just an Infosec, SANS Certified Instructor Mark Orlando welcomes Zack Allen and Scott Foley for a discussion on common challenges in detection engineering, what it takes to get started, and why detection engineering done well can be your blue team “cheat code!”Wait Just an Infosec is produced by the SANS Institute. You can watch the full, weekly Wait Just an Infosec live stream on the SANS Institute YouTube, LinkedIn, Twitter, and Facebook channels on Tuesdays at 10:00am ET (2:00pm UTC). Feature segments from each episode are published in a podcast format on Wednesdays at noon eastern. If you enjoy the Wait Just an Infosec live, weekly show covering the latest cybersecurity trends and news and featuring world-renowned information security experts, be sure and become a member of our community. When you join the SANS Community, you will have access to cutting edge cyber security news, training, and free tools you can't find anywhere else. Learn more about Wait Just an Infosec at sans.org/wjai and become a member of our community at sans.org/join. Connect with SANS on social media and watch the weekly live show: YouTube | LinkedIn | Facebook | Twitter

    Inside SANS Holiday Hack Challenge 2023

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 30, 2023 48:44


    Ed Skoudis, President of SANS.edu, joins us as host for another episode of Wait Just an Infosec, this time focusing on the infamous SANS Holiday Hack Challenge – SANS's annual gift to the cybersecurity community. Ed is joined by special guests to share about the history of this free festive cyber challenge, showcase how this year's challenge is coming together, and offer insight from past winners that could put you ahead of the competition to succeed in the 2023 Holiday Hack Challenge.Wait Just an Infosec is produced by the SANS Institute. You can watch the full, weekly Wait Just an Infosec live stream on the SANS Institute YouTube, LinkedIn, Twitter, and Facebook channels on Tuesdays at 10:00am ET (2:00pm UTC). Feature segments from each episode are published in a podcast format on Wednesdays at noon eastern. If you enjoy the Wait Just an Infosec live, weekly show covering the latest cybersecurity trends and news and featuring world-renowned information security experts, be sure and become a member of our community. When you join the SANS Community, you will have access to cutting edge cyber security news, training, and free tools you can't find anywhere else. Learn more about Wait Just an Infosec at sans.org/wjai and become a member of our community at sans.org/join. Connect with SANS on social media and watch the weekly live show: YouTube | LinkedIn | Facebook | Twitter

    In Hot Pursuit: Tracking Ransomware Actors

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 23, 2023 45:35


    Join Ryan Chapman, Mari DeGrazia, and their special guest, Will "BushidoToken" Thomas in an informal, freeform, and most of all, fun conversation on tracking ransomware actors over time. In this in-depth conversation, learn how tracking darknet forum posts, alias pivoting, correlating TTPs, identifying affiliations, and performing blockchain analytics lead to insights used by the InfoSec community to track ransomware actors and operators alike.Then listen to SANS MGT433 Instructor John Scott discuss the psychological and societal impacts of ransomware. Wait Just an Infosec is produced by the SANS Institute. You can watch the full, weekly Wait Just an Infosec live stream on the SANS Institute YouTube, LinkedIn, Twitter, and Facebook channels on Tuesdays at 10:00am ET (2:00pm UTC). Feature segments from each episode are published in a podcast format on Wednesdays at noon eastern. If you enjoy the Wait Just an Infosec live, weekly show covering the latest cybersecurity trends and news and featuring world-renowned information security experts, be sure and become a member of our community. When you join the SANS Community, you will have access to cutting edge cyber security news, training, and free tools you can't find anywhere else. Learn more about Wait Just an Infosec at sans.org/wjai and become a member of our community at sans.org/join. Connect with SANS on social media and watch the weekly live show: YouTube | LinkedIn | Facebook | Twitter

    Your Cloud Security Journey: Key Trends, Capabilities, & Skills

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 17, 2023 29:05


    "Cloud security continues to evolve at a rapid pace, and you need to stay abreast of the latest trends and services to ensure that you have the most up to date skills. SANS Fellow Frank Kim hosts this episode of Wait Just an Infosec, talking about the different cloud journeys that you can take.Wait Just an Infosec is produced by the SANS Institute. You can watch the full, weekly Wait Just an Infosec live stream on the SANS Institute YouTube, LinkedIn, Twitter, and Facebook channels on Tuesdays at 10:00am ET (2:00pm UTC). Feature segments from each episode are published in a podcast format on Wednesdays at noon eastern. If you enjoy the Wait Just an Infosec live, weekly show covering the latest cybersecurity trends and news and featuring world-renowned information security experts, be sure and become a member of our community. When you join the SANS Community, you will have access to cutting edge cyber security news, training, and free tools you can't find anywhere else. Learn more about Wait Just an Infosec at sans.org/wjai and become a member of our community at sans.org/join. Connect with SANS on social media and watch the weekly live show: YouTube | LinkedIn | Facebook | Twitter

    The Five Critical Controls for ICS

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 2, 2023 33:37


    Operational Technology (OT) security has never been more important. When beginning the work of securing your Industrial Control System (ICS) environment, there are five key controls you should consider. In this episode of Wait Just an Infosec, ICS security pioneer and expert Robert M. Lee takes the chair as host, exploring which key controls to focus on in your OT environment but through the lens of Digital Forensics and Incident Response (DFIR).Wait Just an Infosec is produced by the SANS Institute. You can watch the full, weekly Wait Just an Infosec live stream on the SANS Institute YouTube, LinkedIn, Twitter, and Facebook channels on Tuesdays at 10:00am ET (2:00pm UTC). Feature segments from each episode are published in a podcast format on Wednesdays at noon eastern. If you enjoy the Wait Just an Infosec live, weekly show covering the latest cybersecurity trends and news and featuring world-renowned information security experts, be sure and become a member of our community. When you join the SANS Community, you will have access to cutting edge cyber security news, training, and free tools you can't find anywhere else. Learn more about Wait Just an Infosec at sans.org/wjai and become a member of our community at sans.org/join. Connect with SANS on social media and watch the weekly live show: YouTube | LinkedIn | Facebook | Twitter

    Should Countries Ban Ransom Payments?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 26, 2023 41:48


    Ransomware actors continue to perpetrate their heinous crimes because, in aggregate, the attacks are lucrative. But what if ransomware became non-lucrative? What if that change came by way of sweeping regulations and mandates from governments around the world?This episode of Wait Just an Infosec is hosted by ransomware subject-matter experts Ryan Chapman, who invites on Mr. Allan "Ransomware Sommelier" Liska, author of "Ransomware: Understand. Prevent. Recover." to discuss what it would look like to ban ransomware payments.After, SANS Senior Instructor Lance Spitzner discusses the 2023 SANS Security Awareness Report, which was released recently in mid-July. Wait Just an Infosec is produced by the SANS Institute. You can watch the full, weekly Wait Just an Infosec live stream on the SANS Institute YouTube, LinkedIn, Twitter, and Facebook channels on Tuesdays at 10:00am ET (2:00pm UTC). Feature segments from each episode are published in a podcast format on Wednesdays at noon eastern. If you enjoy the Wait Just an Infosec live, weekly show covering the latest cybersecurity trends and news and featuring world-renowned information security experts, be sure and become a member of our community. When you join the SANS Community, you will have access to cutting edge cyber security news, training, and free tools you can't find anywhere else. Learn more about Wait Just an Infosec at sans.org/wjai and become a member of our community at sans.org/join. Connect with SANS on social media and watch the weekly live show: YouTube | LinkedIn | Facebook | Twitter

    Strategies of a World-Class SOC

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 19, 2023 52:23


    This week on Wait Just an Infosec, join host John Hubbard, who welcomes his guests from the ongoing special season of the Blueprint Podcast for an in-depth discussion of key points coming from MITRE's book: 11 Strategies of a World-Class Cybersecurity Operations Center. The book's authors Kathryn Knerler, Ingrid Parker, and Carson Zimmerman have been exploring top strategies for taking your security operations center to the world-class level all season long. As the team prepares to wrap up this especially popular season of Blueprint Podcast, they come together to share some bonus gems of wisdom and added insight that you won't want to miss.After, SANS Senior Instructor Erik Van Buggenhout and SANS Offensive Ops Marketing Manager Randall Jones chat about an Offensive Ops Tap takeover at Network Security 2023 in Las Vegas.Wait Just an Infosec is produced by the SANS Institute. You can watch the full, weekly Wait Just an Infosec live stream on the SANS Institute YouTube, LinkedIn, Twitter, and Facebook channels on Tuesdays at 10:00am ET (2:00pm UTC). Feature segments from each episode are published in a podcast format on Wednesdays at noon eastern. If you enjoy the Wait Just an Infosec live, weekly show covering the latest cybersecurity trends and news and featuring world-renowned information security experts, be sure and become a member of our community. When you join the SANS Community, you will have access to cutting edge cyber security news, training, and free tools you can't find anywhere else. Learn more about Wait Just an Infosec at sans.org/wjai and become a member of our community at sans.org/join. Connect with SANS on social media and watch the weekly live show: YouTube | LinkedIn | Facebook | Twitter

    Skill vs. Background: The Great Cyber Hiring Debate

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 12, 2023 46:44


    In this episode of Wait Just an Infosec hosted by SANS editor Thomas Wolfe, SANS contributors Stacy Dunn and Rich Greene discuss their personal journeys into cybersecurity and the importance of skill versus background.   Join Stacy and Rich as they explore questions like; should employers dare to invest in potential over pedigree? Why did you choose cybersecurity? What was your profession before diving into cybersecurity? And would you hire a candidate based on their skill, regardless of background?   After, Ashish Rajan and Megan Roddie come on the show to talk about the upcoming SANS Cloud Security Exchange 2023, where Google Cloud, Microsoft Azure and AWS will join together for a riveting discussion.Wait Just an Infosec is produced by the SANS Institute. You can watch the full, weekly Wait Just an Infosec live stream on the SANS Institute YouTube, LinkedIn, Twitter, and Facebook channels on Tuesdays at 10:00am ET (2:00pm UTC). Feature segments from each episode are published in a podcast format on Wednesdays at noon eastern. If you enjoy the Wait Just an Infosec live, weekly show covering the latest cybersecurity trends and news and featuring world-renowned information security experts, be sure and become a member of our community. When you join the SANS Community, you will have access to cutting edge cyber security news, training, and free tools you can't find anywhere else. Learn more about Wait Just an Infosec at sans.org/wjai and become a member of our community at sans.org/join. Connect with SANS on social media and watch the weekly live show: YouTube | LinkedIn | Facebook | Twitter

    Top 5 Most Common Security Culture Myths and Mistakes with Lance Spitzner and Dr. Jessica Barker

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 28, 2023 37:23


    This week on Wait Just an Infosec, Lance Spitzner, Director of SANS Security Awareness, joins us as host to talk about an area of cybersecurity that often doesn't get enough attention: security culture. It's become glaringly obvious that cybersecurity is no longer just a technical challenge, but a human challenge as well. If you're not quite sure where to start when it comes to assessing your organization's security culture, this podcast is an excellent place to start. Joining Lance is Dr. Jessica Barker, the co-CEO of Cygenta and an expert on the human side of cybersecurity. Wait Just an Infosec is produced by the SANS Institute. You can watch the full, weekly Wait Just an Infosec live stream on the SANS Institute YouTube, LinkedIn, Twitter, and Facebook channels on Tuesdays at 10:00am ET (2:00pm UTC). Feature segments from each episode are published in a podcast format on Wednesdays at noon eastern. If you enjoy the Wait Just an Infosec live, weekly show covering the latest cybersecurity trends and news and featuring world-renowned information security experts, be sure and become a member of our community. When you join the SANS Community, you will have access to cutting edge cyber security news, training, and free tools you can't find anywhere else. Learn more about Wait Just an Infosec at sans.org/wjai and become a member of our community at sans.org/join. Connect with SANS on social media and watch the weekly live show: YouTube | LinkedIn | Facebook | Twitter

    Protecting the Cloud from Ransomware with Ryan Chapman and Megan Roddie

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 21, 2023 35:54


    Ransomware continues to pose a serious threat to organizations, and the threat is only growing as ransomware attacks increase in sophistication and number. This episode of Wait Just an Infosec is hosted by ransomware subject-matter expert Ryan Chapman, who invites on cloud DFIR SME Megan Roddie for a lively discussion aimed at helping arm our community with actionable tactics to combat ransomware attacks in cloud environments.From the June 20th episode of Wait Just An InfosecWait Just an Infosec is produced by the SANS Institute. You can watch the full, weekly Wait Just an Infosec live stream on the SANS Institute YouTube, LinkedIn, Twitter, and Facebook channels on Tuesdays at 10:00am ET (2:00pm UTC). Feature segments from each episode are published in a podcast format on Wednesdays at noon eastern. If you enjoy the Wait Just an Infosec live, weekly show covering the latest cybersecurity trends and news and featuring world-renowned information security experts, be sure and become a member of our community. When you join the SANS Community, you will have access to cutting edge cyber security news, training, and free tools you can't find anywhere else. Learn more about Wait Just an Infosec at sans.org/wjai and become a member of our community at sans.org/join. Connect with SANS on social media and watch the weekly live show: YouTube | LinkedIn | Facebook | Twitter

    The Dark Knight of OSINT, Matt Edmondson

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 14, 2023 35:24


    The term “Dark Knight” has been used to describe people with a willingness to operate in gray areas and a commitment to combating injustice through unconventional means. In this episode of Wait Just an Infosec, meet the Dark Knight of open-source intelligence (OSINT), Matt Edmondson. Matt Edmondson is a SANS Principal Instructor and author of SEC497: Practical Open-Source Intelligence (OSINT). In this interview style format with SANS Curriculum Director Rob Lee, Matt shares how he became one of the foremost authorities in the space and offers valuable insight and tips to help enhance your own OSINT abilities.Wait Just an Infosec is produced by the SANS Institute. You can watch the full, weekly Wait Just an Infosec live stream on the SANS Institute YouTube, LinkedIn, Twitter, and Facebook channels on Tuesdays at 10:00am ET (2:00pm UTC). Feature segments from each episode are published in a podcast format on Wednesdays at noon eastern. If you enjoy the Wait Just an Infosec live, weekly show covering the latest cybersecurity trends and news and featuring world-renowned information security experts, be sure and become a member of our community. When you join the SANS Community, you will have access to cutting edge cyber security news, training, and free tools you can't find anywhere else. Learn more about Wait Just an Infosec at sans.org/wjai and become a member of our community at sans.org/join. Connect with SANS on social media and watch the weekly live show: YouTube | LinkedIn | Facebook | Twitter

    Unleashing AI on Red Team Tactics and Malware Development

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 7, 2023 45:16


    What is the future of AI use in cyber? How can red teams and blue teams use it in their own operations? Let's find out together!This week on Wait Just an Infosec, Editorial Contributor Thomas Wolfe steps in to host and welcomes Kirk Trychel, Senior Red Team Engineer III, Box, for a discussion on AI's influence on offensive cybersecurity and malware development.We'll be playing a clip from Kirk's recent talk at the SANS AI Cybersecurity Summit, titled “AI for Red Team & Malware Development.” This talk covers how red teams and threat actors are leveraging new AI technologies and Large Language Models (LLMs) for a variety of offensive operations, including custom malware development.Following the clip, Kirk will be participating in a live Q&A with the audience, so come with all your questions ready.This episode also features Jacque Kakareka, Operations Director for SANS Security Awareness, who shares thoughts and tactics for responding to human risks.Wait Just an Infosec is produced by the SANS Institute. You can watch the full, weekly Wait Just an Infosec live stream on the SANS Institute YouTube, LinkedIn, Twitter, and Facebook channels on Tuesdays at 10:00am ET (2:00pm UTC). Feature segments from each episode are published in a podcast format on Wednesdays at noon eastern. If you enjoy the Wait Just an Infosec live, weekly show covering the latest cybersecurity trends and news and featuring world-renowned information security experts, be sure and become a member of our community. When you join the SANS Community, you will have access to cutting edge cyber security news, training, and free tools you can't find anywhere else. Learn more about Wait Just an Infosec at sans.org/wjai and become a member of our community at sans.org/join. Connect with SANS on social media and watch the weekly live show: YouTube | LinkedIn | Facebook | Twitter

    What the heck is going on in Cybersecurity Higher Ed?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 31, 2023 44:22


    This episode of Wait Just an Infosec focuses on going behind the firewall and inside higher education for cybersecurity, examining the trends that are shaping how we learn and grow in this fast-paced field.Who better to lead this exploration than Ed Skoudis, President of SANS Technology Institute (SANS.edu), where cybersecurity is all we teach — and nobody does it better.Ed is joined by several special guests who will offer their unique perspectives on a variety of trends impacting cybersecurity higher education as well as the value of getting cybersecurity degrees and certificates in this modern landscape.Our guests are:· Betsy Marchant, Vice Provost at SANS.edu· Michael J. Kiphart, Ph. D.· Melissa Bischoping, a student in the SANS.edu's master's degree program in Information Security EngineeringWait Just an Infosec is produced by the SANS Institute. You can watch the full, weekly Wait Just an Infosec live stream on the SANS Institute YouTube, LinkedIn, Twitter, and Facebook channels on Tuesdays at 10:00am ET (2:00pm UTC). Feature segments from each episode are published in a podcast format on Wednesdays at noon eastern. If you enjoy the Wait Just an Infosec live, weekly show covering the latest cybersecurity trends and news and featuring world-renowned information security experts, be sure and become a member of our community. When you join the SANS Community, you will have access to cutting edge cyber security news, training, and free tools you can't find anywhere else. Learn more about Wait Just an Infosec at sans.org/wjai and become a member of our community at sans.org/join. Connect with SANS on social media and watch the weekly live show: YouTube | LinkedIn | Facebook | Twitter

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