Ryan Williams

The Other Side Of The Firewall

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Dive into the heart of cybersecurity with "The Other Side of the Firewall & Ask A CISSP" podcasts, where the spotlight shines on diversity and excellence within the tech realm. As the digital world expands, the voices shaping its future become ever more crucial. Our mission? To celebrate and amplify the stories of People of Color who've not just climbed the ladder but shattered ceilings along the way to senior and C-suite echelons. Join us on a journey beyond the conventional, as we engage with the "movers and shakers and glass ceiling breakers" of the cybersecurity industry. These trailblazer...

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The UK Cracks Down on IoT Manufacturers 01.12.2021 18:48

What's up, everyone! In this episode, Ryan, Shannon, and LeVon discuss new UK legislation currently making its way through Parliament to better secure Internet of Things (IoT) devices. Please LISTEN 🎧 LIKE 👍🏿 and SHARE ❤️ Thanks! Article: UK Introduces New Cybersecurity Legislation for IoT Devices https://www.infosecurity-magazine.com/news/uk-cybersecurity-legislation-iot/?fbclid=IwAR0U2LTkkB...

Black Friday Gift-Card Scam 30.11.2021 11:05

What's up, everyone! In this episode, Ryan, Shannon, and LeVon discuss a new and clever gift-card scam. Please LISTEN 🎧 LIKE 👍🏿 and SHARE ❤️ Thanks! Article: New Twists on Gift-Card Scams Flourish on Black Friday https://threatpost.com/new-twists-on-gift-card-scams-flourish-on-black-friday/176593/?fbclid=IwAR1nJwXL_cRJban1BppOL1vLLxrxd9R9DcTJgSlym3EEmvk1_xmB6xdxfzc Socials: Website - www.theo...

IKEA Reply-Chain Email Attack 29.11.2021 10:14

What's up, everyone! In this episode, Ryan, Shannon, and LeVon discuss how IKEA is currently undergoing a Reply-Chain Email Attack and what they are currently doing to stop it. Please LISTEN 🎧 LIKE 👍🏿 and SHARE ❤️ Thanks! Article: IKEA email systems hit by ongoing cyberattack https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/ikea-email-systems-hit-by-ongoing-cyberattack/?fbclid=IwAR2id3PV0eB9fYCT...

The Weekly Run Down 26.11.2021 39:06

What's up, everyone! In this episode, Ryan and Shannon discuss what we've been doing all week and what media has piqued our interest. Please LISTEN 🎧 LIKE 👍🏿 and SHARE ❤️ Thanks! Socials: Website - www.theothersideofthefirewall.com YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXZgdDvlcQ8bP_V4dEF02Yw Facebook - the other side of the firewall page and group! Ryan on Twitter, LinkedIn, Clubhouse and...

Ask A CISSP | Meet Jarvis Bryant 25.11.2021 53:04

Hello and welcome to a very special episode of Ask A CISSP. On this week's podcast, I had the pleasure of speaking to Mr. Jarvis Bryant. Jarvis is active duty Army and has begun his cybersecurity journey. Our conversation topics ranged from "The difference between IT and cybersecurity?" to "What certifications I would suggest to someone new to cybersecurity." Jarvis came prepared and asked great q...

U.S. Changes Banking Rules 23.11.2021 11:58

What's up, everyone! In this episode, Ryan and LeVon discuss new U.S. regulations that will require banks to report data breaches to the Federal Government much faster. Please LISTEN 🎧 LIKE 👍🏿 and SHARE ❤️ Thanks! Article: Banks ordered to promptly flag cybersecurity incidents under new U.S. rule https://www.reuters.com/business/finance/banks-ordered-promptly-flag-cybersecurity-incidents-under...

Apple To Back-Pedal On Phone-Scanning 23.11.2021 10:14

What's up, everyone! In this episode, Ryan and LeVon discuss Apple back-pedaling on some of its upcoming phone scanning policies. Please LISTEN 🎧 LIKE 👍🏿 and SHARE ❤️ Thanks! Article: Apple Has Listened And Will Retract Some Harmful Phone-Scanning https://www.eff.org/deeplinks/2021/11/apple-has-listened-and-will-retract-some-harmful-phone-scanning?fbclid=IwAR22_hEc-_oEovTRTCfX5UKOeQTsxlfVLL3B...

Meet DHS's New Recruiting Tool, CTMS 22.11.2021 9:30

What's up, everyone! In this episode, Ryan and LeVon discuss the Department of Homeland Security's (DHS) new recruitment tool, Cybersecurity Talent Management System (CTMS), and how having the right skills may reward you with a handsome salary. Please LISTEN 🎧 LIKE 👍🏿 and SHARE ❤️ Thanks! Article: The US government just launched a big push to fill cybersecurity jobs, with salaries to match ht...

The Weekly Run Down 19.11.2021 55:21

Ask A CISSP | Meet James Carroll III 18.11.2021 1:26:12

Hello and welcome to a very special episode of Ask A CISSP. On this week's podcast, I had the pleasure of speaking to Mr. James Carroll III. James has a degree in IT, a background in security, and is on a very interesting cyber journey. Our conversation topics ranged from "How moving outside of your comfort zone promotes growth." to "What can be done to get over that imposter syndrome many of us b...

Women In Cyber Are Not Unicorns 17.11.2021 22:39

What's up, everyone! In this episode, Ryan, LeVon, and Ieshea discuss how labeling women in cyber as Unicorns may have an adverse effect on the community. This is a good one, you won't want to miss it!. Please LISTEN 🎧 LIKE 👍🏿 and SHARE ❤️ Thanks! Article: Women in Cybersecurity Aren’t Unicorns: ‘We Do Exist’ https://www.sdxcentral.com/articles/news/women-in-cybersecurity-arent-unicorns-we-do...

U.S. Playing Hardball 16.11.2021 9:58

What's up, everyone! In this episode, Ryan and LeVon discuss how the U.S. and the international community are playing hardball with ransomware attacks. Please LISTEN 🎧 LIKE 👍🏿 and SHARE ❤️ Thanks! Article: https://www.reuters.com/technology/us-seizes-6-mln-ransom-payments-charge-ukrainian-over-cyberattack-cnn-2021-11-08/?fbclid=IwAR0lm2omjhPGBBlRGjzLMbfrUkKTVxVrWOLmuJ5F9OmLUAWKA--MSsUR0ds Soci...

FBI/DHS Email Hacked 15.11.2021 9:56

What's up, everyone! In this episode, Ryan and LeVon discuss the ongoing FBI/DHS email hack and what we know so far. Please LISTEN 🎧 LIKE 👍🏿 and SHARE ❤️ Thanks! Article: Article: https://www.washingtonpost.com/nation/2021/11/14/fbi-hack-email-cyberattack/ Socials: Website - www.theothersideofthefirewall.com YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXZgdDvlcQ8bP_V4dEF02Yw Facebook - the othe...

The Weekly Run Down 12.11.2021 41:54

Ask A CISSP | Meet Metisha Harper 11.11.2021 1:07:02

Hello and welcome to a very special episode of Ask A CISSP. On this week's podcast, I had the pleasure of speaking to Ms. Metisha 'Tish' Harper. Tish is a mother, baker, and future "badass" Pentester with questions ranging from "How to break into the industry with her CySA+ and no experience?" to "What tools she should learn before applying for different positions in her field". Tish's passion for...

Why Is DEI So Hard? 10.11.2021 9:55

What's up, everyone! In this episode Ryan and Shannon discuss the challenges associated with diversity, equity, and inclusion on cybersecurity teams. Please LISTEN 🎧 LIKE 👍🏿 and SHARE ❤️ Thanks! Article: Challenges associated with diversity, equity and inclusion in cybersecurity teams https://www.securitymagazine.com/articles/96321-challenges-associated-with-diversity-equity-and-inclusion-in-...

CISA Issues New Directive 09.11.2021 10:43

What's up, everyone! In this episode, Ryan and Shannon discuss CISA's new directive to patch known vulnerabilities on federal systems. Please LISTEN 🎧 LIKE 👍🏿 and SHARE ❤️ Thanks! Article: CISA Issues New Directive for Patching Known Exploited Vulnerabilities https://www.darkreading.com/vulnerabilities-threats/cisa-issues-new-directive-for-patching-known-exploited-vulnerabilities?_mc=NL_DR_ED...

U.S. Issues $10M Bounty 08.11.2021 8:19

What's up, everyone! In this episode, Ryan and Shannon discuss how the U.S. is offering a $10 million dollar bounty for Information on the DarkSide Ransomware Group. Please LISTEN 🎧 LIKE 👍🏿 and SHARE ❤️ Thanks! Article: U.S. Offers $10 Million Reward for Information on DarkSide Ransomware Group https://thehackernews.com/2021/11/us-offers-10-million-reward-for.html?fbclid=IwAR2dXxA-s7CTtFmHYUJ...

The Weekly Run Down 05.11.2021 48:12

What's up, everyone! In this episode, Ryan, Shannon, and Ieshea discuss what we've been doing all week and what media has piqued our interest. Please LISTEN 🎧 LIKE 👍🏿 and SHARE ❤️ Thanks! Socials: Website - www.theothersideofthefirewall.com YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXZgdDvlcQ8bP_V4dEF02Yw Facebook - the other side of the firewall page and group! Ryan on Twitter, LinkedIn, Cl...

Ask A CISSP | The Cyber Transition 04.11.2021 9:53

This week I answer your questions about the Cyber Transition. What's up, everybody!? I am a Certified Information Systems Security Professional, CISSP for short, and I want to answer your questions about starting a career in cybersecurity and information technology. Really, anything cyber-related. So please, ask away! I also have a daily podcast where I and my two phenomenal co-hosts discuss the...

Can Microsoft Really Cut the Deficit By 250K? 03.11.2021 13:49

What's up, everyone! In this episode, Ryan, Shannon, and Ieshea discuss Microsoft's plan to train 250K new cybersecurity professionals and if we believe it is possible. Please LISTEN 🎧 LIKE 👍🏿 and SHARE ❤️ Thanks! Article: Microsoft announces plan to cut cybersecurity workforce shortage in half by 2025 https://www.cnbc.com/2021/10/28/microsoft-aims-to-cut-cybersecurity-workforce-shortage-in-hal...

Google Play Store Exposed to UltimaSMS 02.11.2021 8:52

What's up, everyone! In this episode, Ryan, Shannon, and LeVon discuss how the Google Play Store was exposed to scamming apps, again. Please LISTEN 🎧 LIKE 👍🏿 and SHARE ❤️ Thanks! Article: 151 Google Play Store Apps Exposed to be Dangerous! Uninstall Now to Prevent UltimaSMS Scam https://www.itechpost.com/articles/107601/20211101/151-google-play-store-apps-exposed-dangerous-uninstall-now-preven...

DEA's Darknet Operation, Dark HunTor 01.11.2021 9:07

What's up, everyone! In this episode, Ryan and Shannon discuss a far-reaching drug operation spanning 9 countries that took down at least 150 suspects and netted $32M in cash. Please LISTEN 🎧 LIKE 👍🏿 and SHARE ❤️ Thanks! Article: Darknet drug operation nets 150 suspects, $32 million in cash, 4 million lethal fentanyl doses https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/politics/2021/10/26/darknet-operat...

The Weekly Run Down 29.10.2021 1:18:02

What's up, everyone! In this episode, Ryan, Shannon, and LeVon discuss the seventh generation of game consoles (Xbox 360, Playstation 3, and Nintendo Wii), what we've been doing all week and what media has piqued our interest. Please LISTEN 🎧 LIKE 👍🏿 and SHARE ❤️ Thanks! Socials: Website - www.theothersideofthefirewall.com YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXZgdDvlcQ8bP_V4dEF02Yw Faceb...

Should The US Regulate Hacking Software? 27.10.2021 13:27

What's up, everyone! In this episode, Ryan, Shannon, and LeVon discuss whether or not the US government should regulate the sale of hacking software overseas. Please LISTEN 🎧 LIKE 👍🏿 and SHARE ❤️ Thanks! Article: U.S. moves to control sales of hacking tools abroad https://www.reuters.com/technology/us-moves-control-sales-hacking-tools-abroad-2021-10-20/?fbclid=IwAR29V6pTZhALClb9gD9ADpuNdjjN3oG...