In this episode, Newton interviews Grant McCracken, Founder of DarkHorse Security and former VP of Operations at Bugcrowd, for a deep dive into the world of cybersecurity in 2025—both as a critical security discipline and as a lucrative career path.

With over 13 years of experience as an ethical hacker and executive, Grant has led teams across penetration testing, security operations, hacker success, solutions architecture, and more. Now, through DarkHorse Security, he is focused on making proactive cybersecurity affordable and accessible for organizations of all sizes and budgets.

As the first-ever cybersecurity episode on the podcast, this conversation is packed with practical insights. Grant explains modern strategies for securing both personal and business digital environments in 2025, breaks down the real value of antivirus software while dispelling common misconceptions, and shares affordable tools and approaches that individuals and organizations can use effectively without overspending. He also addresses why so many companies remain vulnerable despite significant security investments, before turning the spotlight to cybersecurity as a career.
Grant offers candid advice on how to fast-track success in the industry, highlights what truly matters and what aspiring professionals can safely ignore, and reflects on the biggest career mistake he made along the way.

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