Best Cyber Defense Media Group Podcasts (2025)

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Cyber Threat Intelligence for Blue Teams with Jordan Kalm (Morado COO) 32:50

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7d ago32:50

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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 teams and SOC analysts — and what’s just noise. 👉 If you’ve ever wondered how to turn raw intel into …

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How a Detective Became the Ginger Hacker: SOC Life, Job Hunts & Blue Team Wisdom 36:02

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From the streets to the SOC. 💻 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 struggles of breaking in, and the lessons he’s learned (including the rookie mistake that accidentally d…

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Automating the Blue Team | Kevin Mata (Swimlane) on SOAR & AI in Cybersecurity 32:43

17d ago32:43

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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 automation, SOAR, and AI. Kevin shares how he got started in cybersecurity, how Swimlane helps Blue Teams s…

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Inside Hack Defender Academy: Gamified Malware Training for Blue Teamers 29:27

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Ready to level up your defensive cybersecurity skills? In this episode of Simply Defensive, Josh Mason and Wade Wells sit down with Dan Regalado and Belem — the founders of Hack Defender Academy — to explore how they’re using CTF-style challenges, real malware cases, and gamification to prepare the next generation of defenders. 💡 We cover: Why gami…

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Hacking Smarter with Tyler Ramsbey 44:14

21d ago44:14

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In this episode of Simply Offensive, Phillip Wylie is joined by Tyler Ramsbey, a penetration tester and content creator. Learn about Tyler's unique journey into cybersecurity, the importance of soft skills, and the value of teaching and content creation. Tyler shares insights on maintaining mental health, balancing family life, and his upcoming ven…

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Cyber Defense Radio - Vince Crisler - Celerium - Hotseat Podcast - 2025 15:14

22d ago15:14

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Hosted by Gary Miliefsky, Publisher of Cyber Defense Magazine, this insightful episode features Vince Crisler, a proven cybersecurity leader helping organizations modernize how they prepare for, defend against, and respond to threats. Celerium delivers advanced capabilities for real-time threat intelligence sharing, incident response support, and o…

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Rob Allen (ThreatLocker) on Zero Trust, Proactive Security, and Ransomware Prevention 25:27

24d ago25:27

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In Season 4, Episode 4 of Simply Defensive, hosts Josh Mason and Wade Wells sit down with Rob Allen, Chief Product Officer at ThreatLocker, to dive deep into the world of Zero Trust security, proactive cybersecurity strategies, and ransomware prevention. Rob shares expert insights on: Proactive vs. Reactive cybersecurity — why a balanced security s…

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Navigating the Cybersecurity Landscape with Tim Shipp 33:33

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In this episode of Simply Offensive, Phillip Wylie is joined by Tim Shipp to discuss various aspects of cybersecurity, including the evolution of the field over the past 25 years, the importance of offensive security, and the challenges faced by both red and blue teams. Tim shares his extensive background in cybersecurity, touching on incident resp…

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Leveraging Offensive Security for Better Defense with Catherine Ullman 26:45

1M ago26:45

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In this episode of Simply Offensive, Phillip Wylie is joined by Cathy Ullman, a principal technology architect in cybersecurity. Join us as we discuss Cathy's journey in the cybersecurity field, the evolution of security tools and threats, the importance of understanding offensive security, and the value of purple teaming. Cathy shares insights on …

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Why Your CISO Needs a “Shut Up, Boss” Button 34:09

2M ago34:09

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What if GitHub sucks for security detections—and AI is finally good enough to replace it? Join Josh Mason and Wade Wells as they sit down with Aaron Mog, the outspoken founder of Detections.ai, to unpack why detection engineering is broken—and how his new platform signed up 4,000+ users in just two weeks. Aaron doesn’t hold back. From ranting about…

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Cyber Defense Radio – Karthik Krishnan – Concentric.ai – Hotseat Podcast – 2025 18:03

2M ago18:03

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🚨 New Episode of Cyber Defense Radio is LIVE! 🎙️ Hosted by Annabelle Thomas, Cybersecurity Champion of @CyberDefenseMag In this must-hear episode, Karthik Krishnan, Founder & CEO of Concentric.ai, dives into how their AI-powered data risk discovery platform is revolutionizing autonomous data security for enterprises. We explore how Concentric.ai he…

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The Power of Proactive Security with Rob Allen 31:30

2M ago31:30

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In this episode of Simply Offensive, Phillip Wylie interviews Rob Allen, Chief Product Officer at ThreatLocker. Learn about the importance of proactive security measures, particularly in the context of ransomware prevention. Rob shares his journey to ThreatLocker and the company's unique approach of 'deny by default' in endpoint security. The conve…

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Why Jack in the Box Might Have the Best Security Team in Fast Food 29:58

2M ago29:58

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How does a Navy fire control tech who once wrangled a six-barrel death robot become the head of security operations at Jack in the Box? In this episode of Simply Defensive, we sit down with Chris Julio — SOC Manager, veteran, and self-proclaimed lover of both metrics and munchie meals. Chris shares his journey from Windows NT and dot-matrix printer…

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Community, Burnout, and Leveling Up in Offensive Security with Joe Brinkley 47:01

2M ago47:01

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In this powerful and heartfelt episode of Simply Offensive, Phillip Wylie is joined by Joe Brinkley, better known as The Blind Hacker, Founder of the DeadPixelSec community and a seasoned offensive security professional. Joe shares his journey from sysadmin to red teamer, his philosophy on mentorship, and candid insights on burnout in cybersecurity…

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Cyber Defense Radio – Eric Herzog – Infinidat – Cyber-Resilient Storage – Hotseat Podcast – 2025 18:56

2M ago18:56

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🚨 New Episode of Cyber Defense Radio is LIVE! 🎙️ Hosted by Gary Miliefsky, Publisher of @CyberDefenseMag In this powerhouse episode, Eric Herzog, Chief Marketing Officer at Infinidat, reveals how their enterprise storage solutions are redefining cyber resilience for modern data centers—with unmatched speed, automation, and security-first design. Di…

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Coffee Is Your Top Supply Chain Risk: A Conversation with Kyle Kelly 28:56

2M ago28:56

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SOC analysts, detection engineers, and pentesters—you’re not imagining it: software supply chain security is a dumpster fire 🔥. In this episode of Simply Defensive, we sit down with Kyle Kelly, engineering manager at GitHub and author of Crime Hacks, to unpack the chaos. We cover: - Why malicious packages are sneaking past defenders - The truth abo…

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Red Teaming vs. Pentesting, Certs That Matter, and Breaking In Without Coding with Ben Thal 37:19

2M ago37:19

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In this episode of Simply Offensive, host Phillip Wylie welcomes offensive security veteran Ben Thal for a deep dive into the world of red teaming, penetration testing, and breaking into offensive security. With over a decade of experience across red teaming, pen testing, and hardware hacking, Ben brings practical insights for anyone interested in …

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AI in Red Teaming & Communicating with Leadership with Amélie Koran 40:41

3M ago40:41

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In this episode of Simply Offensive, Phillip Wylie interviews Amélie Koran, a seasoned expert in offensive security and AI red teaming. They discuss the evolution of red teaming, the challenges and opportunities presented by AI in security, and the importance of human expertise in navigating the complexities of cybersecurity. The conversation also …

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Cyber Defense Radio – Dr. Tina Srivastava – Badge – HotSeat Podcast – 2025 12:56

2M ago12:56

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🚨 New Episode of Cyber Defense Radio is LIVE! 🎙️ Hosted by @Miliefsky, Publisher of @CyberDefenseMag In this insightful conversation, Dr. Tina Srivastava, MIT PhD, inventor, and Co-Founder of @BadgeInc, shares how credentialless authentication is transforming identity security across enterprise and government sectors. 🔐 We cover critical innovation…

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Cyber Defense Radio – Greg Hoffer – Coviant Software – Diplomat MFT v9.4 – Hotseat Podcast – 2025 17:02

2M ago17:02

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🚨 New Episode of Cyber Defense Radio is LIVE! 🎙️ Hosted by Annabelle Thomas, Cybersecurity Champion of @CyberDefenseMag In this focused deep-dive, Greg Hoffer, CEO of Coviant Software, spotlights the latest release of Diplomat MFT—Version 9.4—and explains why it’s the go-to no-code managed file transfer solution for regulated enterprises worldwide.…

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Cyber Defense Radio – Jana Moore – Belron® – Hotseat Podcast – 2025 17:20

2M ago17:20

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🚨 New Episode of Cyber Defense Radio is LIVE! 🎙️ Hosted by Annabelle Thomas, Cybersecurity Champion of @CyberDefenseMag In this exclusive conversation, Jana Moore, Global CISO at Belron®, pulls back the curtain on securing a Fortune 500 leader in vehicle glass repair and replacement. She shares how she built a risk-based security program across 34 …

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Cracking The Offensive Security Career Code with Michael Kim 38:26

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In the inaugural episode of the Simply Offensive podcast, host Phillip Wylie interviews Michael Kim, a cybersecurity professional with a diverse background. Michael shares his journey from music to cybersecurity, emphasizing the importance of networking, certifications, and continuous learning. He discusses the challenges of breaking into pen testi…

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Cyber Defense Radio – Greg Hoffer – Coviant Software – Hotseat Podcast – 2025 17:47

3M ago17:47

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🚨 Secure File Transfer Just Got a Major Upgrade! 🎙️ Meet Greg Hoffer, CEO of Coviant Software, the company behind the award-winning Diplomat MFT platform — trusted by enterprises in healthcare, finance, and government. In this spotlight, we explore how Coviant is solving one of the biggest pain points in regulated industries: automating secure file…

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Cyber Defense Radio – Kyle Kilcoyne – Badge Inc – Hotseat Podcast – 2025 12:41

3M ago12:41

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🚨 New Episode of Cyber Defense Radio is LIVE! 🎙️ Hosted by Annabelle Thomas, Cybersecurity Champion of @CyberDefenseMag In this exclusive conversation, Kyle Kilcoyne, Global Head of Partnerships & Technology at Badge Inc, shares how their secret-less authentication platform is reshaping identity security for enterprises, governments, and critical i…

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S3 E8: Innovations in Cybersecurity: A Conversation with Threat Locker's John Liliston 27:21

4M ago27:21

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In the final episode of Season 3 on Simply Defensive, hosts Josh Mason and Wade Wells welcome John Liliston, the Product Director at ThreatLocker. John shares his journey into cybersecurity, his role at ThreatLocker, and his thoughts on the evolution of security solutions. He discusses ThreatLocker's approach to zero trust, the impact of AI on cybe…

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Cyber Defense Radio – Mirek Kren – CEO – Safetica – Hotseat Podcast – 2025 20:46

3M ago20:46

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🚨 New Episode Just Dropped! 🎙️ Hosted by Gary @Miliefsky, Publisher of @CyberDefenseMag Mirek Kren, CEO of Safetica, steps into the hotseat to discuss how his company is transforming Data Loss Prevention (DLP) and Insider Risk Management (IRM) through contextual defense and AI-driven insight. 🔐 Key Highlights: ✅ Intelligent data protection through …

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Cyber Defense Radio – Namrata Barpanda – ServiceNow – Women in Cyber Spotlight – 2025 18:12

4M ago18:12

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🎙️ New Episode of Cyber Defense Radio is LIVE! 🎥 Hosted by Gary @Miliefsky, Publisher of @CyberDefenseMag In this powerful interview, Namrata Barpanda, Staff InfoSecurity Engineer at ServiceNow and an award-winning Women in Cyber, shares her personal journey into cybersecurity and her frontline insights from the threat landscape. We explore vital c…

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S3 E7: Cybersecurity Chat with Chuck Sapp | From Military Service to Cyber Awareness 38:06

4M ago38:06

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Join hosts Josh and Wade as they sit down with Charles (Chuck) Sapp, a seasoned cybersecurity expert and security awareness specialist. In this episode, Chuck shares his unique journey from serving in the Marine Corps to becoming an influencer in the cybersecurity community. Gain insights into his military background, his passion for educating othe…

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S3 E6: From Submarines to Cybersecurity - Navigating Small Business Security 44:37

4M ago44:37

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Welcome to another episode of Simply Defensive! In this installment, hosts Josh Mason and Wade Wells are joined by cybersecurity expert James Bierly. James shares his unique journey from a submarine sonar technician in the Navy to founding his own security firm, Secure Point Solutions, which specializes in helping small businesses tackle cybersecur…

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Cyber Defense Radio – Roy Kikuchi – Safous – Hotseat Podcast – 2025 16:08

4M ago16:08

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🚨 New Episode of Cyber Defense Radio is LIVE! 🎙️ Hosted by Gary @Miliefsky, Publisher of @CyberDefenseMag In this deep-dive conversation, Roy Kikuchi, Global Partner Alliance Manager of Safous @Safous_TYA, shares how their remote privileged access management (PAM) solution is redefining secure access — even across legacy OT environments. We explore…

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S3 E5: The Ultimate Guide to Detection as Code and Blue Team Tactics with David French 48:33

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Join hosts Josh Mason and Wade Wells as they sit down with David French for an insightful episode of Simply Defensive. Discover David's journey from coding CCTV systems to becoming a staff security engineer at Google Cloud. Explore their discussion on detection as code, automation, detection testing, and relevant tools like Dorothy and Atomic Red T…

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S3 E4: Breaking Barriers in Cybersecurity with Eddie Miro 37:06

5M ago37:06

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Josh Mason and Wade Wells bring us an exciting episode of Simply Defensive, featuring special guest Eddie Miro. Eddie shares his journey in cybersecurity, offering insights into his experiences at DEFCON, the creation of Octopus Game, and his mission to make cybersecurity more inclusive. Join us as we delve into the benefits of Capture the Flag (CT…

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Cyber Defense Radio – Varun Kohli – Cequence – Hotseat Podcast – 2025 11:59

5M ago11:59

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🎙️ Hosted by Gary Miliefsky, Publisher of Cyber Defense Magazine, this insightful episode of Cyber Defense Radio features Varun Kohli, Chief Marketing Officer of Cequence — a leading force in API security and application protection, safeguarding billions of API calls daily from abuse, fraud, and advanced threats. In this power-packed conversation, …

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Cyber Defense Radio – Brian Stone – Pondurance – Hotseat Podcast – 2025 16:30

5M ago16:30

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Hosted by Gary Miliefsky, Publisher of Cyber Defense Magazine, this high-impact episode of Cyber Defense Radio features Brian Stone, Chief Revenue Officer at Pondurance — a trusted leader in Risk-Based Managed Detection and Response (MDR) backed by human intelligence. In this candid conversation, Brian shares why relying solely on automation and AI…

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S3 E3: Unlocking the Secrets of OPSEC - A Deep Dive with Mitch Cohen 42:31

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In this episode of Simply Defensive, hosts Josh Mason and Wade Wells welcome Mitch Cohen, privacy and OPSEC expert from flare.io. Mitch shares his journey to becoming a 'digital ghost' and offers valuable insights into operational security (OPSEC) and privacy practices. He discusses the importance of securing personal information, the risks associa…

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Cyber Defense Radio – Héctor Guillermo Martínez – GM Sectec – Hotseat Podcast – 2025 22:52

5M ago22:52

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🎙️ Hosted by Gary Miliefsky, Publisher of Cyber Defense Magazine, this thought-provoking episode of Cyber Defense Radio features Héctor Guillermo Martínez, President of GM Sectec — a global leader in payment security, critical infrastructure defense, and PCI-led managed services with operations in 50+ countries and over 50 years of cybersecurity ex…

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Cyber Defense Radio – Adam Bennett – Red Piranha – Hotseat Podcast – 2025 24:33

5M ago24:33

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Hosted by Gary Miliefsky, Publisher of Cyber Defense Magazine, this power-packed episode of Cyber Defense Radio features Adam Bennett, Founder & CEO of Red Piranha — Australia’s award-winning cybersecurity company behind the groundbreaking Crystal Eye XDR platform. In this exclusive interview, Adam shares the origin story of Red Piranha and how his…

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S3 E2: Navigating the Cybersecurity Landscape with Edna Johnson - From Developer to Threat Hunter 31:52

5M ago31:52

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Navigating the Cybersecurity Landscape with Edna Johnson: From Developer to Threat Hunter Join hosts Josh Mason and Wade Wells as they welcome Edna Johnson, a vibrant and passionate cybersecurity engineer, to Simply Defensive. Edna shares her journey from initially wanting to be a developer to diving deep into the world of cybersecurity, attending …

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Cyber Defense Radio – Dasha Davies – Stealth-ISS Group® Inc. – Hotseat Podcast – 2025 20:35

5M ago20:35

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Hosted by Gary Miliefsky, Publisher of Cyber Defense Magazine, this dynamic episode of Cyber Defense Radio features Dasha Davies, U.S. Veteran and President & Founder of Stealth-ISS Group® Inc. — a woman-led cybersecurity powerhouse delivering excellence in GRC, ISO readiness, CMMC 2.0, and full-spectrum cybersecurity operations. See: 🔗 https://ste…

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Cyber Defense Radio – Aviv Mussinger – Kodem Security – Hotseat – Podcast – 2025 19:04

5M ago19:04

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Hosted by Gary Miliefsky, Publisher of Cyber Defense Magazine, this engaging episode features Aviv Mussinger, CEO & Co-founder of Kodem Security, a groundbreaking platform revolutionizing application security for the modern development lifecycle. Learn more at www.kodemsecurity.com. Kodem is on a mission to make security a core part of application …

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S3 E1: Building Effective Cyber Defense Teams with Fletus Poston III 35:56

6M ago35:56

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In this episode of Simply Defensive, hosts Josh Mason and Wade Wells are joined by special guest Fletus Poston III, a seasoned cyber defense expert with nearly 18 years of experience. Learn about the complexities of cyber defense in various industries, discussing the pros and cons of regulatory red tape, the impact of audits on cybersecurity, and t…

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Cyber Defense Radio - Ravid Circus - Seemplicity - Hotseat - Podcast - 2025 14:43

6M ago14:43

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Hosted by Gary Miliefsky, Publisher of Cyber Defense Magazine, this episode features Ravid Circus, CPO of Seemplicity, https://seemplicity.io/, the Remediation Operations Leader transforming how security teams drive remediation and reduce noise in vulnerability and exposure management. Seemplicity acts as a Security Operations Accelerator, helping …

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Cyber Defense Radio - Balaji Yelamanchili - ThreatConnect - Hotseat - Podcast - 2025 20:15

5M ago20:15

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Hosted by Gary Miliefsky, Publisher of Cyber Defense Magazine, this insightful episode features Balaji Yelamanchili, CEO of ThreatConnect — a powerful platform unifying Threat Intelligence, Risk Quantification, and Security Automation for today’s advanced cyber defense teams. ThreatConnect offers a sophisticated TIP + SOAR solution that empowers cy…

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Cyber Defense Radio - Chandra Pandey - Seceon - Hotseat - Podcast - 2025 19:45

6M ago19:45

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Hosted by Gary Miliefsky, Publisher of Cyber Defense Magazine, this powerful episode features Chandra Pandey, visionary leader and CEO of Seceon Inc. — found online at https://www.seceon.com/, a pioneer in AI-driven, platform-based cybersecurity that protects across cloud, on-prem, and remote access environments. Gain new insights into cybersecurit…

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Cyber Defense Radio - Jim DeHaven - Jericho Security - Hotseat - Podcast - 2025 18:22

6M ago18:22

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Hosted by Gary Miliefsky, Publisher of Cyber Defense Magazine, this episode features Jim DeHaven, CRO of Jericho Security — a cutting-edge platform using AI to fight AI by building dynamic, autonomous defenses against today’s most advanced threats. Jericho https://www.jerichosecurity.com empowers security teams with an AI red team and AI blue team …

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Cyber Defense Radio - Art Gilliland - Delinea - Hotseat - Podcast - 2025 18:58

6M ago18:58

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Hosted by Gary Miliefsky, Publisher of Cyber Defense Magazine, this hotseat interview is with Art Gilliland, CEO of Delinea, https://delinea.com/, who makes you more secure by centralizing authorization to govern identity-based interactions seamlessly. Delinea is pioneering how organizations apply context and intelligence throughout the identity li…

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Cyber Defense Radio - Hom Bahmanyar - Ridge Security - Hotseat - Podcast - 2025 19:21

6M ago19:21

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Hosted by Gary Miliefsky, Publisher of Cyber Defense Magazine, this hotseat interview is with Hom Bahmanyar, Global Enablement Officer of Ridge Security found online at https://ridgesecurity.ai/ discussing how Ridge Security empowers CISOs with AI-driven, automated exposure management, continuous threat validation, and comprehensive cloud security,…

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Cyber Defense Radio - Aparna Achanta - IBM Federal - Hotseat - Podcast - 2025 13:06

6M ago13:06

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Hosted by Gary Miliefsky, Publisher of Cyber Defense Magazine, this hotseat interview is with Aparna Achanta, Principal Security Lead at IBM Federal consulting discussing about driving more women into the Cybersecurity field and what it’s like to work on Federal cybersecurity projects. Gain new insights into cybersecurity from our always free month…

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Cyber Defense Radio - Michael Morris - Endace - Hotseat - Podcast - 2025 16:14

6M ago16:14

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Hosted by Gary Miliefsky, Publisher of Cyber Defense Magazine, this hotseat interview is with Michael Morris, Senior Director of Technology Alliances of Endace (https://www.endace.com/) discussing about where packet capture is going with the market leader. Gain new insights into cybersecurity from our always free monthly publication, no strings att…

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Cyber Defense Radio - Sachin Jain - Eventus Security - Hotseat - Podcast - 2025 16:00

7M ago16:00

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Hosted by Gary Miliefsky, Publisher of Cyber Defense Magazine, this hotseat interview is with Sachin Jain, Senior Vice President of Eventus Security, https://eventussecurity.com/, delivering award winning SOC as a Service and offers comprehensive cybersecurity solutions, including managed SOC, enterprise integration, cyber resilience, and incident …