Join us for an exciting episode with Joseph Cadden, aka Casually Joseph, a passionate cybersecurity expert and Palo Alto MDR security analyst.

Joseph shares his fascinating journey from building gaming computers in high school to pursuing a master's degree and working in managed detection and response. We explore the importance of certifications, effective phishing prevention strategies, and the evolving impact of AI in security operations.

As a long-time member of the Simply Cyber Community, Joseph offers valuable insights for newcomers to the field while discussing how he balances work, studies, and his YouTube channel 'Learn to Defend Cyber.' Discover Joseph's perspectives on current security challenges, his educational path, personal interests, and future aspirations in cybersecurity.

Links:
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/josephc-aka-casuallyjoseph/
- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@learn2defendcyber
- Discord Handle: @CasuallyJoseph
- His own Meme: https://tenor.com/view/simply-cyber-casually-joseph-barricade-cyber-gif-2600407153368457556

Resources Mentioned in Interview:
- Luma Stealer / ClickFix - https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/security/blog/2025/05/21/lumma-stealer-breaking-down-the-delivery-techniques-and-capabilities-of-a-prolific-infostealer/
- Gemini - http://gemini.google.com/
- Antisyphon Training - https://www.antisyphontraining.com
- Daily Cyber Threat Brief - Simply Cyber - https://www.youtube.com/@SimplyCyber
- Monday News - https://www.youtube.com/@BlackHillsInformationSecurity/streams

Certifications:
- CompTIA Security+, Cybersecurity Analyst (CySA+), Network+ - https://www.comptia.org/
- ISC2 Certified in Cybersecurity (CC) - https://www.isc2.org/
- EC-Council Certified Cybersecurity Technician (CCT) - https://www.eccouncil.org/
- GIAC (SANS Institute) GIAC Foundational Cybersecurity Technologies (GFACT) - https://www.giac.org/
- Cisco - Cisco Certified CyberOps Associate - https://www.cisco.com/

Chapters:
00:00 Prepare to Podcast
01:38 Meet Casually Joseph: A Cybersecurity Journey
02:25 From Building Computers to Cybersecurity
06:46 Pursuing Higher Education in Cybersecurity
11:37 The Role of an MDR Security Analyst
13:43 The Impact of AI in Cybersecurity
17:33 Certifications and Career Growth
23:31 Advice for Aspiring Cybersecurity Professionals
24:29 Choosing the Right Certification Path
24:52 Training Resources and Certifications
25:52 YouTube Channel and Phishing Prevention
26:35 Proactive Steps for Email Security
27:45 Improving Blue Team Operations
30:06 Personal Perspectives and Resources
32:09 Rapid Fire
37:42 Future Threats and Cybersecurity Myths
39:24 Final Thoughts and Legacy
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Website: https://jamesmcquiggan.com
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Email: [email protected]
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