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In today's episode, we talk with Paul Moreno, who currently works as CISO at Catawiki. Before Catawiki Paul, worked for the biggest tech giants in the world such as Pinterest, Uber, or Adyen and witnessed the rise of Silicon Valley in San Francisco firsthand. In this episode we talked about the integration of AI in security orchestration and response, emphasizing the importance of comprehensive cybersecurity education for all and the pivotal role of government and privacy laws in ensuring digital safety.
To end on a lighter note, Paul wishes everyone to work on things that make them happy and shares valuable insights for everyone getting starting with their #cybercareers. 
Get in contact with Paul: 
https://www.linkedin.com/in/unic0rn/
Timecodes: 
(00:00) - AI for Security Orchestration and Response
(12:07) - Rise of Silicon Valley 
(18:10) - Pinterest, Uber, Adyen
(25:11) - CISO at Catawiki 
(32:34) - Personal and Professional Happiness
 
 

In this insightful episode of Cyber Security Talks, Laurens Jagt sits down with cybersecurity veteran Richard de Vries, an author, blogger, and public speaker with three decades of experience. We explore Richard's unique view on cybersecurity, emphasizing the importance of curiosity, communication, and the intersection of AI and cybersecurity.
Richard de Vries shares his journey from hacking games to becoming a cybersecurity expert, emphasizing on resilience and continuous learning. He discusses his pandemic-era blogging and experiences as an author. 
Additionally, Richard explores the transformative role of AI and GPT in cybersecurity, advocating for organizational cultural changes and the importance of embracing technology for effective threat management and a more secure digital future.
 
Timestamps: 
(00:20) Richard de Vries narrates his evolution from an accountant to a cybersecurity expert, emphasizing the role of curiosity in his career.
(08:41) He discusses his contributions to cybersecurity knowledge through book writing and blogging, highlighting the impact of AI and GPT technologies.
(17:45) Richard explores AI's role in cybersecurity, focusing on strategies for preparation, prevention, detection, and response.
(25:15) He advises on understanding personal influence in cybersecurity and the importance of trusting technology to lessen workload.
(33:15) The episode concludes with insights into creating adaptable network infrastructures and the necessity of continuous learning for digital safety.
 

In this episode, we're diving into an inspiring tale of transformation with Kevin Valk, who went from hacker to cyber security pro, and then jumped headfirst into the startup world. We’ll get the scoop on how Codean came to life, emphasizing its remote-only culture and the role of automation and enhanced UX in empowering security experts.
Towards the end, they also touch upon how a methodical approach to problem-solving can be a game-changer in both securing the digital space and winning at life.

In this episode, we're privileged to have Rishalin Pillay, Principal Consultant - Red Team at Google, to peel back the layers on cybersecurity's most secretive domain: red teaming. From exploring Rishalin's early hacking days in South Africa to his latest venture at Google, we delve deep into the trenches of digital warfare.
Chapters: 
(03:15) - Red Teams Unveiled
Understanding the true role of red teams in cybersecurity.
(06:30) -  Rishalin's Journey
From hacking as a teen in South Africa to professional roles at Mandiant and Microsoft.
(16:21) - Cyber Threat Landscape
Discussing client diversity, state actors, and project challenges.
(19:15) - Cloud & Customers
Debunking cloud safety myths and addressing customer attitudes.
(34:50) - The Google Era
Rishalin's move to Google, interview process, and cybersecurity approach.
 
Find out more about Rishalin: 
https://www.linkedin.com/in/rishalinpillay/
 
Hacking Google Challenge: 
https://h4ck1ng.google/

On this episode of Cyber Security Talks, Laurens Jagt sits down with Hugo van den Toorn, the CISO of one of the most renowned Dutch companies - variety chain HEMA. 
This action-packed episode covers everything from social engineering exercises in banks, hacking into an airport, and his take on the term "red teaming". Hugo also shares leadership lessons, challenges at HEMA, and career advice for the next generation. A must-listen for real-world cybersecurity insights!

Join us on Cyber Security Talks as our host Laurens Jagt welcomes special guest Lalit Bhakuni, VP Enterprise IT Security & Head of Active Cyber Defense of Volvo. 
This episode provides a deep dive into cybersecurity's evolving landscape, starting with an exploration of cyber attacks, threat detection and the role of ethics in cybersecurity. We also talked about insider risks in large organizations, the complexities of threat detection versus threat hunting and the growing importance of predictive analytics in active cyber defense. 
This episode is a must for anyone looking to comprehensively understand modern cybersecurity challenges and strategies.