LevelUp Cyber

In this episode, we had special guest Gerald Caussade , CEO of SafeT, Inc. Gerald is a seasoned cybersecurity professional who will discuss the latest advancements in AI and its profound impact on the world of digital security. Listeners will gain valuable insights into: 1. AI-Powered Threat Detection: Discover how machine learning algorithms and AI-powered solutions are transforming threat detect...

As the phrase goes, there is more than one way to make a cake! The same can be applied to cybersecurity skill attainment. Join us on August 1st at 1 p.m. CT for a discussion with Dr. Brian M. Gant , Assistant Professor of Cybersecurity at Maryville University of Saint Louis . His career has taken several paths along the way and the anchor of it has been his formal education. Brian will chat about...

Everyone has seen all the great things about being a cybersecurity professional. - Great pay - Rewarding work - Amazing teamwork - Does not require a degree These are fantastic but have you heard firsthand from someone about their why? Join us next week as we chat with Marc Ashworth . Marc is a long-time technology leader with years of experience under his belt and is the current Chief Information...

After a successful Air Force career, Roftiel Constantine, MBA, CISSP, ITIL transitioned to lead the cybersecurity team at Barry-Wehmiller . Roftiel was the first full-time cybersecurity expert hired and built his team from the ground up. He leveraged several tools and resources to include CyberUp's apprenticeship program. Tune in on July 11th at 1 p.m. CT to learn the who, what, when, where, and h...

Join LevelUp Cyber Live and our special guest, Andrew Wilder , where we unravel the profound significance of mentors and the art of mentoring in the cybersecurity industry. Join us on a transformative journey as we explore the pivotal role mentors play in shaping the next generation of cyber professionals and fostering a vibrant cybersecurity community. We will share stories of growth, challenges,...

CyberUp's Board of Directors and team have been working hard behind the scenes on what the future of our work looks like. The world of information security has evolved quickly over the past 7 years which means we have to be nimble and quick to adapt to the future of the workforce. We have big goals that we are currently developing but a very clear direction of how we get there as a team and cultur...

This week we had an engaging discussion with Joe Blanchard , CIO/CISO at Swirlds Labs , as we delve into the world of cybersecurity tools for companies. In this informative session, Joe will share his insights and expertise on the latest advancements in cybersecurity technology. Discover how automation and tools are revolutionizing the industry with cutting-edge solutions designed to safeguard bus...

Join us on LinkedIn Live for an exclusive session with Christopher Miller , VP of Sales & Marketing from ATB Technologies . Are you a small business owner concerned about the growing threats of cybercrime? Don't miss this invaluable opportunity to gain insights from Chris Miller, an industry-leading cybersecurity professional. In this engaging LinkedIn Live session, Chris will share his expert...

In a post-COVID world, there are many aspects of our lives that have been impacted. One of the most significant industries affected is K12 education. Teachers are leaving in a mass exodus, students are still balancing online and in-person learning, and parents are often doing the best they can to support their children. If we narrow that subject to computer science and STEM-related curriculum, it...

In this episode of LevelUp Cyber Live, we have Giovani Dambros with us, who will share his experience of transitioning from a career in parkour to the world of technology. We'll delve into Giovani's journey of how he made the transition from parkour to technology. He'll talk about how he discovered his passion for technology and how he prepared himself for a completely new field. As the host of th...

In this week's podcast, we discussed why it was so hard to break into cybersecurity. With the increasing importance of cybersecurity, it was no wonder that more and more people were interested in pursuing a career in this field. Our guest today was Matt Peterson with Guidepoint Security, a cybersecurity professional with over two decades of experience. Matt explained that one of the biggest challe...

With all the buzz around Artificial Intelligence and chatbots, it's prime time to discuss cybersecurity concerns. A chatbot is a form of artificial intelligence that surveys previously posted content online to synthesize answers to questions placed in its terminal. Being a function of Internet commentary chatbots may provide erroneous information. to better facilitate accuracy some companies have...

Chris Cockburn, cybersecurity advisor for CISA, discusses how to get into cyber with federal jobs. He explains how to match knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSA's) on your resume for USAjobs.gov. Networking with those in roles you want to be in is vital. Ask reqruiters plenty of questions to determine what you want to do and explore strategic partner universities to potentially get internship opp...

Cybersecurity is more than SOC analysts and penetration testing. Popular culture may glamorize the two previously mentioned occupations but there are other cyber careers like cybersecurity awareness training, product management, network security, cloud security, governance & risk, privacy analysis, identity access management, and more. There are many parallels between SOC analyst and these oth...

Online safety is paramount for Amber as a mom of two small children. Parents and guardians of elementary students especially need to exercise parental controls like cutting off in-app purchases and chat features. Amber also discussed limiting physical access to devices by having blackout times and requiring devices to be used in common space areas. Offline activities for devices are preferential a...

We all know the catch-22; I can't gain experience without a job, but the job requires experience. According to Brandt experience is the number one qualifier for a career and the proverbial silver bullet approach is networking. Given the large reset of the global economy due to the pandemic, layoffs have plagued every occupation. Brandt predicts tech jobs will be more layoff resistant but not compl...

The eco-system for cyber needs to be revamped for the future according to Eric Dunker Ph. D., Vice President of Workforce and Economic Development at Arapahoe Community College. Partnerships and pathways must be the new school approach. Colorado's bipartisan support of apprenticeship has propelled partnerships in the tech space with region-wide incentives. It's not a notion of either apprenticeshi...

When deciding on a new hire your HR has to be realistic about qualifications for the role. They also have to find the best ratio of no pedigree but experienced workers (Bulldogs) to hyper specialized professionals (Brain surgeons). Shorten that fantasy laundry list of qualifications to essential skills because those that meet the fantasy requirement (Unicorns) have jobs already. Don't forget bulld...

Dave Stapelton Chief Information Security Officer at Cyber GRX (Global Risk Exchange) details his journey from accounting to cybersecurity. He discusses how the role of CISO has evolved, why secritity programs are stigmatized as cost centers, and ways the cost center narrative can be changed.

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CyberUp's own Bailey Rinella discussing networking and how vital it is for aspiring professionals.

Best interview practices discussed with Security Mentalist Gary Chan.