George McPherson

Blak Cyber

"Securing Our Place In The Industry"​The podcast dedicated to removing roadblocks and adding diversity to the cybersecurity industry.

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George McPherson

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Technology

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Latest episode

Dec 18, 2025

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Episodes

CISSP - ISC2 Code of Ethics 18.12.2025

**The vCISO In The Green Glass Corner Office Podcast has been re-branded to The Blak Cyber Podcast presents The CISSP Dojo Series** 🎧 The Blak Cyber Podcast presents The CISSP Dojo SeriesThe podcast where we talk about the practical/real-world application of the CISSP CBK.📜 Episode SummaryIn this episode, we go over the "ISC2 Code of Ethics."📚 Operationalizing the CBK: Resources Menti...

Welcome to the Dojo! 18.12.2025

***The vCISO In The Green Glass Corner Office Podcast has been re-branded to The Blak Cyber Podcast presents The CISSP Dojo Series*** 🎧 The Blak Cyber Podcastpresents The CISSP Dojo Series The podcast where we talk about the practical/real-worldapplication of the CISSP CBK.     📜 Episode Summary Kick-off episode.

Christine Chasse merged Healthcare AI and Law | Hear her story! 16.07.2025

ABOUT THIS EPISODE: The Blak Cyber podcast presents "The AI Governance Mentors Series, Episode 3 featuring Christine Chasse RN, JD, MSN, NE-C, CIPPUS, AIGP. Christine recently passed the AIGP (Artificial Intelligence Governance Professional), and shares some of her insights. Christine is an Attorney with a focus on Regulatory and Compliance, and Data Privacy. Please subscribe and share to sup...

Love for his family was his fuel to conquer the AIGP certification! 28.06.2025

ABOUT THIS EPISODE:The Blak Cyber podcast presents "The AI Governance Mentors Series, Episode 2 featuring Albert Kittoe, Project Manager, Scrum Master. Albert recently passed the AIGP (Artificial Intelligence Governance Professional), and shares some of his insights. The burning desire to protect his family drove Albert to sit for the AIGP exam. Please subscribe and share to support this podc...

The AI Governance Jedi That's Empowering AI Companies To Innovate While Managing Risks 26.04.2025

ABOUT THIS EPISODE: The Blak Cyber podcast presents "The AI Governance Mentors Series, Episode 1 featuring Walter Haydock, owner of Stackaware, an AI Governance consulting company. Please subscribe and share to support this podcast. Be sure to tap the "SUBSCRIBE" buttonl! Walter's LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/walter-haydock Walter's Website: https://stackaware.com/ Walter's Youtube: https://w...

Pausing to Accelerate | Taking a break from Podcast to complete WGU degree 19.05.2024

Announcing that I am taking a break from the Blak Cyber podcast to complete my WGU degree. I will return with more content to bring value to the cyber security community.

How I Failed The CISSP And How You Can Learn From It 13.05.2024

On this podcast episode I go over my Lessons Learned from my unsuccessful attempt of the CISSP exam. What I did right: 1. Purchased the "Peace of Mind" voucher (Basically two tries for the price ofone, or almost one) #1 is why I took some calculated risk during this prep. 2. During the exam I used the Think Like A Manager method. 3. I used the from an assessment exam to identify my weake...

The vCISO In The Green Glass Corner Office - The CISSP Mentality 05.05.2024

Unlock the secrets to thinking like a manager and ace your CISSP! In this podcast episode, I break down the key concepts and strategies you need to master to tackle managerial scenarios effectively. Whether you're a seasoned professional or just starting your CISSP journey, this episode will provide valuable insights to help you succeed. Don't miss out on this essential resource – hit play...

Add Vibranium to your Work Routine 28.04.2024

Welcome to the Blak Cyber podcast, where we explore strategies and tips to help you thrive in your professional life, and "secure your place in the industry. In today's episode, we're diving into the topic of productivity and discussing five actionable ways you can boost your efficiency and effectiveness in the workplace. 5 ways you can increase productivity at work: 1. Exercise &...

You might need a Cyber Sensei! 19.04.2024

This episode is about seeking mentors, becoming mentors, and giving back in the cybersecurity community.

Cyber is no longer the Holy Grail, but it's still a Game Changer! 14.04.2024

In the recent years, Tech and more surprising Cyber has started to perform lay-offs in unprecedented numbers. Big tech companies like Amazon, Meta, and Microsoft have made headlines with recent downsizing. In an industry were not too long ago we felt unstoppable and almost dare I say it, "Lay-off Proof". The recent news is hard to stomach as my heart goes out to those that were just tryi...

The Dirty Little Secret about Cybersecurity 07.04.2024

In this episode I dive into an under utilized tool in Cybersecurity, and how to leverage it to add rocket fuel to your career trajectory.

Episode 21: How to decide between Cyber Skills or Cyber Certifications? 19.03.2024

Discussing the debate between Cyber Skills or Cyber Certifications?

Season 3 Episode 6: Interview with Jon Sternstein 12.11.2022

ABOUT THIS EPISODE: The Blak Cyber podcast sits down to talk to Jon Stern about Third-Party Risk, and his automated tool for risk assessment "Velocity" Please subscribe and share to support this podcast. Jon's Websites: 1. Personal LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jon-sternstein/ 2. Professional Website: https://www.sternsecurity.com/ 3. Velocity Promo: https://vimeo.com/492240490 Podcast Lin...

Season 3 Episode 5: 3 Tips for Cybersecurity Interviews 27.08.2022

ABOUT THIS EPISODE: In this episode I talk about 3 tips for answering cybersecurity interview questions.

Season 3 Episode 4: The Importance Of A Strong Cybersecurity Team 18.05.2022

ABOUT THIS EPISODE: In this episode of the Blak Cyber podcast I turn a lost unpublished blog into a vlog podcast discussing the importance of why it is vitally important to foster a strong, positive, and impactful cyber and information technology team. Please subscribe and share to support this podcast. Websites: https://www.cybrary.it/ Podcast Links: [Anchor] https://anchor.fm/blakcyber [Youtube]...

Season 3 Episode 3: The Secret Of How To Get Into Cybersecurity 18.06.2021

In this episode I talk about how I had to fight the urge to give up and keep fighting for my dream job.

Season 3 Episode 2 The GROW Compliment or Pivot Model for Info Sec Professionals 02.02.2021

ABOUT THIS EPISODE: In the episode I break down a model that show you how to progress in your career. Copyright (c) 2021 George McPherson, all rights reserved Please subscribe and share to support this podcast. Podcast Links: [Anchor] https://anchor.fm/blakcyber [Youtube] https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLwzacDvVwciP5dE20tK9fL4hi9JknnrNp [Spotify] https://open.spotify.com/show/0fl2mVx9jBzV7y...

Season 3 Episode 1: Interview with Keyaan Williams 04.01.2021

ABOUT THIS EPISODE: The Blak Cyber podcast sits down for its first episode of 2021 to talk to Keyaan Williams, founder and Managing Director of Cyber Leadership and Strategy Solutions (CLASS-LLC), a global professional services firm that specializes in corporate governance and cybersecurity-focused enterprise risk management solutions for US-based and international customers in financial services,...

Season 2 Episode 7: Interview with Yatia "Tia" Hopkins 02.11.2020

ABOUT THIS EPISODE: The Blak Cyber podcast sits down to talk to Yatia Hopkins, the award winning, and accomplished Cybersecurity VP about her career, her teaching style and master plan to Empow(H)er African American women in the Cyber Security field. Please subscribe and share to support this podcast. Yatia Hopkin's Websites: 1. Personal LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/yatiahopkins/ 2. Profe...

Season 2 Episode 6: Interview with Nico Smith 26.10.2020

ABOUT THIS EPISODE: US Army Captain Nico Smith stops by the Blak Cyber podcast to talk about why passion is the secret sauce to going the extra mile and being really successful in Cybersecurity. He also talks about his love for the Chi-Town and why he gives back to the community. Please subscribe and share to support this podcast. Nico Smith's Websites: 1. Personal LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.c...

Season 2 Episode 5: Interview with Jon Sternstein 19.10.2020

ABOUT THIS EPISODE: Jon Sternstein stops by the Blak Cyber podcast and gives some insight on his tenacious and ambitious start to his cyber security career, his success throughout the years, and starting, and running a successful security consulting firm. Please subscribe and share to support this podcast. Jon Sternstein's Websites: 1. Company website: https://www.sternsecurity.com/ 2. Company Lin...

Season 2 Episode 4: Interview with Malcolm Blow about being a Lead Threat Hunter. 12.10.2020

ABOUT THIS EPISODE: Today the Blak Cyber podcast caught up with Lead Threat Hunter, and part-time CISO Malcolm Blow and was handed the play book on how to get into and thrive in this niche discipline with in cybersecurity. *Disclaimer* "Everything Malcolm speaks about today are his own thoughts and opinions as a security professional and do not reflect that of any of his previous or current employ...

Season 2 Episode 3: From Howard University to Advising for CISA with Ron Ford 05.10.2020

ABOUT THIS EPISODE: In this episode I sit down with Ron Ford, C|CISO, CISM and discusss his strong family upbringing that set him up for success, his rewarding and tenured Cybersecurity career, and his fight to be a willing advocate for diversity in Cybersecurity. Please subscribe and share to support this podcast. Ron Ford's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mrronford/ Podcast Links: [Anchor]...

Season 2 Episode 2: The Verses Series - Security+ verses SSCP 28.09.2020

In our first episode in our verses series we get into the Cyber entry level exam showdown! We will be comparing the CompTIA Security+ and the SSCP certification. Please subscribe and share to support this podcast. Security+: https://www.comptia.org/certifications/security SSCP: https://www.isc2.org/Certifications/SSCP Podcast Links: [Anchor] https://anchor.fm/blakcyber [Youtube] https://www.youtub...

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