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SIMEON KAKPOVI's on a Mission to Make Cybersecurity Learning Free Through KC7's Game-based Education
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In this episode of K.O.'s Launchpad: An Infosec Podcast, we dive into the inspiring journey of Simeon Kakpovi, the founder of the KC7 Foundation and a senior threat intelligence analyst at Microsoft. We discuss his transition from a network defender at Lockheed Martin to shaping a more inclusive future in cybersecurity through his nonprofit organization. Kakpovi shares his vision for breaking barriers in the industry, the importance of mentorship, and making cybersecurity accessible. We also explore his academic journey, the role of passion and mentorship, and how his diverse experiences have shaped his approach to creating opportunities for the next generation of cyber defenders. Tune in to learn how KC7 is revolutionizing cybersecurity education and what lies ahead for this impactful initiative.
00:00 Introduction to Today's Guest: Simeon Kakpovi
01:15 Simeon's Vision for KC7 Foundation
04:31 Simeon's Background and Early Influences
08:01 Journey Through Education and Early Career
17:03 Discovering a Passion for Cybersecurity
19:27 Internships and Early Professional Experiences
24:15 Transition to Full-Time Role and Specialization
32:14 Insights into Threat Intelligence and Blue Teaming
44:52 Taking a Shot: Career Progression in Threat Intelligence
45:31 Interview Process for Threat Intelligence Roles
46:43 The Role of a Threat Intelligence Analyst at Microsoft
47:25 The Importance of Context in Threat Intelligence
50:40 Defensive Strategies and the Cyber Kill Chain
54:11 The Journey and Future of a Threat Intelligence Career
55:04 Introducing KC7: A Game-Changer in Cybersecurity Education
59:05 Jibby's Journey: From Watchmaker to Cybersecurity Analyst
01:03:16 Breaking Barriers: Diversity and Inclusion in Cybersecurity
01:11:45 The Future of KC7 and Its Impact on Cybersecurity
01:18:35 Final Thoughts and Professional Advice
People Mentioned:
John Doyle - Global Lead of Custom Intelligence Training Services at Mandiant
Books Mentioned:
I Moved Your Cheese by Deepak Maholtra
Tools Mentioned:
- KC7 Cyber - A cyber detetive game for hands-on SOC and threat-hunting practice
- Mimikatz - open-source tool developed by Benjamin Delpy to expose vulnerabilities in Windows security. It can extract credentials such as passwords, hashes, and Kerberos tickets from a system's memory.
- SEC530: Defensible Security Architecture and Engineering: Implementing Zero Trust for the Hybrid Enterprise
Organization/Community Mentioned:
- ISSA
- Year Up United
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