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The Bytes & Brew Podcast, brought to you by Cape Endeavors, delivers grounded, distilled, and unfiltered conversations on cybersecurity, national security, AI threats, and the people navigating them, all over a cup of coffee.Hosted by Terry McGraw, CEO of Cape Endeavors, the show dives deep into the realities facing today’s defense industrial base and cybersecurity leaders. Terry’s expertise in cyber security has been leveraged by G500 companies and counsels C-suites, Boards of Directors, and technical security staff thereof. Each episode features candid conversation

Episodes

  1. Navigating Supply Chain Risks in a World of Constant Disruption

    2D AGO

    Navigating Supply Chain Risks in a World of Constant Disruption

    In this episode of Bytes & Brew, Cape Endeavors CEO Terry McGraw sits down with Jenna Wells, CEO of Supply Wisdom to explore the evolving landscape of business risk management in an increasingly volatile world.   From her early career as a Marine Corps officer and NSA-trained intelligence officer to leading a cutting-edge risk intelligence platform, Jenna shares insights on: ➡️ Identifying and managing location risk in global supply chains ➡️ Navigating regulatory requirements like DORA, GDPR, and forced labor prevention acts ➡️ Mitigating upstream and downstream vulnerabilities in today’s interconnected economy ➡️ Preparing for the next wave of AI regulations and responsible AI adoption Whether you’re a defense contractor, a supply chain leader, or an executive looking to strengthen your organization’s resilience, this conversation delivers actionable strategies to turn risk management from reactive to proactive. 📌 Learn how to protect your business from disruptions, avoid costly compliance failures, and make informed decisions in a complex global environment. Cape Endeavors is dedicated to providing top-tier Managed CMMC Secure Enclave services tailored to the defense industrial base. Our team of experts ensures that you can rapidly become compliant with NIST 800-171/CMMC 2.0 Lvl2 while focusing on your existing business with little interruptions to existing operations. Learn more https://www.capeendeavors.com #RiskManagement #SupplyChainResilience #supplychainrisk #ContinuousMonitoring #Cybersecurity #RegulatoryCompliance #BusinessResilience #RiskIntelligence #TPRM #CapeEndeavors #SupplyWisdom

    53 min
  2. CMMC Compliance Without the BS – Real Talk from 3 Experts Who've Been There

    3D AGO

    CMMC Compliance Without the BS – Real Talk from 3 Experts Who've Been There

    In this episode of Bytes & Brew, host Terry McGraw sits down with Dewayne Alford (COO) and Andy Paul (CTO & Lead CMMC Assessor) of Cape Endeavors to pour a glass of Blanton’s and break down what really matters when it comes to CMMC compliance. Forget the framework fluff, this is an unfiltered conversation packed with real-world insights from a team that’s successfully brought 23 companies through CMMC assessment with a perfect score of 110. 🧠 What you'll learn: Why “CUI is everywhere” is a myth that’s costing contractors time and money How skipping scoping leads to failed assessmentsand what to do instead. The three practical paths to CMMC compliance (hint: not everyone needs to lift their whole environment) What most “CMMC-ready” tools and vendors won’t tell you Why enclaves are often the fastest, cheapest, and most secure solution How false claims, overscoping, and poor tooling increase risk and burn budgets What to ask any RPO or assessor before you sign anything 💡 Plus: A deep dive into Teramis, a purpose-built CUI discovery tool born from real-world experience with post-breach response and assessment prep. Whether you’re just getting started with CMMC, already on the journey, or cleaning up someone else’s mess—this episode is a must-watch. 📥 Explore Teramis' CUI Discovery Solution at https://www.teramis.us 👉 Like, subscribe, and drop a comment to let us know what CMMC topics you'd like to see in future episodes. Cape Endeavors is dedicated to providing top-tier Managed CMMC Secure Enclave services tailored to the defense industrial base. Our team of experts ensures that you can rapidly become compliant with NIST 800-171/CMMC 2.0 Lvl2 while focusing on your existing business with little interruptions to existing operations. Learn more https://www.capeendeavors.com   #CMMC #cmmcassessment #cmmccompliance #cmmclevel2 #nist800171 #cui #cui #dfars #c3pao #cybersecurity #cmmc2 #capeendeavors #DIB #CMMC2.0 #cmmcpractices

    1h 8m
  3. Cybersecurity in the Cloud: Navigating AI, Quantum Threats, and Supply Chain Risks

    3D AGO

    Cybersecurity in the Cloud: Navigating AI, Quantum Threats, and Supply Chain Risks

    In this episode of Bytes & Brew (formerly Bourbon & Bytes), host Terry McGraw (CEO of Cape Endeavors) welcomes Chris Perry, Head of Cybersecurity Product Management at Google Cloud AI Compute Infrastructure. The conversation spans critical cybersecurity and infrastructure issues facing both cloud providers and regulated industries. Topics include: ➡️ Cybersecurity in Cloud Computing ➡️ AI’s Impact and Opportunities ➡️ Software Supply Chain Security ➡️ Quantum Computing and Encryption ➡️ Ransomware-as-a-Service and the Cyber Threat Landscape Perry also shares practical guidance for CFOs, CISOs, and technology leaders on where to focus now and what to demand from vendors as quantum and AI capabilities evolve. If you work in cybersecurity, cloud infrastructure, national defense, or critical infrastructure, this episode is packed with insight you won’t want to miss. Cape Endeavors is dedicated to providing top-tier Managed CMMC Secure Enclave services tailored to the defense industrial base. Our team of experts ensures that you can rapidly become compliant with NIST 800-171/CMMC 2.0 Lvl2 while focusing on your existing business with little interruptions to existing operations. Learn more https://www.capeendeavors.com   #Cybersecurity #CloudSecurity #AIInfrastructure #QuantumComputing#GoogleCloud #CMMC #ThreatIntelligence #SharedResponsibilityModel #Ransomware #Compliance #NationalSecurity #CapeEndeavors #BourbonAndBytes #CloudSovereignty #AIandSecurity #PostQuantumEncryption

    41 min
  4. AI Meets the Battlefield: Mike Weigand on the Future of AI, Cybersecurity and Defense Innovation

    3D AGO

    AI Meets the Battlefield: Mike Weigand on the Future of AI, Cybersecurity and Defense Innovation

    Join Terry McGraw on Bytes & Brew as he sits down with Mike Weigand, a former Army Ranger, cyber officer, and defense-tech entrepreneur. In this compelling episode, Mike shares his journey from securing military systems at Shift5 to founding Aventra, a defense-tech startup tackling the future of long-range precision systems.   Weigand shares how his military roots as a West Point grad, Ranger, and cyber officer shaped his entrepreneurial approach to defense innovation. He discusses how today's battlefield is defined not by mass but by speed, autonomy, and software-driven advantage—and how tools like AI are shrinking OODA loops, enabling rapid prototyping, and completely changing what’s possible in modern conflict.   ▶️ Topics covered in this episode: Securing operational technology (OT) systems AI's Transformative Impact on Defense Innovation The Reindustrialization Imperative Speed as the New Competitive Advantage Whether you care about AI, defense innovation, or American industrial resilience, this is a conversation that connects dots few others can.   👉 Subscribe to Bourbon & Bytes for more conversations with top tech leaders—diving into cybersecurity, national security, AI threats, and the personal journeys behind the innovation.   Cape Endeavors is dedicated to providing top-tier Managed CMMC Secure Enclave services tailored to the defense industrial base. Our team of experts ensures that you can rapidly become compliant with NIST 800-171/CMMC 2.0 Lvl2 while focusing on your existing business with little interruptions to existing operations. Learn more https://www.capeendeavors.com   #DefenseTech #Cybersecurity #AI #IndustrialBase #OODAloop #AutonomousWeapons #AmericanManufacturing #CapeEndeavors

    46 min
  5. Breaking Barriers & Battling Cybercrime: Wendy Thomas on Leadership and the Future of Security

    FEB 18

    Breaking Barriers & Battling Cybercrime: Wendy Thomas on Leadership and the Future of Security

    In this powerful episode of Bytes & Brew, host Terry McGraw, CEO of Cape Endeavors, sits down with Wendy Thomas, former CEO of Secureworks, for a wide-ranging conversation that explores the shifting frontlines of cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, and leadership.   Wendy unpacks how quantum and AI are reshaping the cyber landscape, including the opportunities (like democratized security and new AI forensics roles) and risks (from model drift to deepfakes). The two dive into the explosive growth of cybercrime—now topping $10.5 trillion—and discuss the need for new public-private accountability models, secure software mandates, and a "lifestyle approach" to legislation.   Beyond tech, Wendy reflects on the evolution of diversity in leadership, the limitations of traditional higher education, and what it really takes to lead a company through IPOs, acquisitions, and cultural change. Insightful, strategic, and deeply human—this is a conversation you don’t want to miss.   Cape Endeavors is dedicated to providing top-tier Managed CMMC Secure Enclave services tailored to the defense industrial base. Our team of experts ensures that you can rapidly become compliant with NIST 800-171/CMMC 2.0 Lvl2 while focusing on your existing business with little interruptions to existing operations. Learn more: www.capeendeavors.com   ⁠#Cybersecurity⁠ ⁠#AI⁠ ⁠#QuantumComputing⁠ ⁠#Deepfakes⁠ ⁠#AICybersecurity⁠ ⁠#CyberRisk⁠ ⁠#ThreatLandscape⁠ ⁠#SecureSoftware⁠ ⁠#SecureWorks⁠ ⁠#WomenInTech⁠ ⁠#BoardLeadership⁠ ⁠#TechLeadership⁠ ⁠⁠#CapeEndeavors⁠

    56 min
  6. Mapping the Cyber Battlefield: Jason Kaplan on Attack Surfaces, CMMC, and the Startup Grind

    FEB 17

    Mapping the Cyber Battlefield: Jason Kaplan on Attack Surfaces, CMMC, and the Startup Grind

    In this episode of Bytes & Brew, host Terry McGraw sits down with Jason Kaplan, CEO of SixMap, for a spirited conversation that cuts across startup life, cybersecurity mandates, and the rapidly evolving threat landscape. Kaplan shares his unconventional journey from finance to fitness tech to cybersecurity, offering a founder’s-eye view of how SixMap is redefining External Attack Surface Management (EASM). The two dive deep into the cost-benefit debate around CMMC 2.0, the importance of secure-by-design infrastructure, and why "waiting" is the most expensive strategy of all. They also explore how SixMap uses AI to provide high-fidelity scans of enterprise exposure, mapping vulnerabilities across IPv4/IPv6, ports, and corporate hierarchies.From ransomware fallout to deepfake dangers, and from bourbon reviews to rapid-fire startup advice, this episode blends strategic insight with real-world urgency. Cape Endeavors is dedicated to providing top-tier Managed CMMC Secure Enclave services tailored to the defense industrial base. Our team of experts ensures that you can rapidly become compliant with NIST 800-171/CMMC 2.0 Lvl2 while focusing on your existing business with little interruptions to existing operations. Learn more https://www.capeendeavors.com #cybersecurity #cmmc #deepfake #startup #EASM #attacksurfacemanagement #sixmap #capeendeavors #techleadership #cyberresilience

    41 min
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The Bytes & Brew Podcast, brought to you by Cape Endeavors, delivers grounded, distilled, and unfiltered conversations on cybersecurity, national security, AI threats, and the people navigating them, all over a cup of coffee.Hosted by Terry McGraw, CEO of Cape Endeavors, the show dives deep into the realities facing today’s defense industrial base and cybersecurity leaders. Terry’s expertise in cyber security has been leveraged by G500 companies and counsels C-suites, Boards of Directors, and technical security staff thereof. Each episode features candid conversation

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    Cape Endeavors
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