#CyberChats

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#CyberChats

#CyberChats is a podcast show focused on educating people of all ages about personal data care and cyber careers, skills, and pathways. #CyberChats aims to highlight positive figures in the cybersecurity community who care about increasing awareness and bridging industry gaps. Become a part of the cyber community by completing our cybersecurity challenges and asking us your original questions!

  1. FEB 13

    048. Shaping the Future of Cybersecurity: Casey Nazelrod, Emmett Omron, & Alexis Davis on Youth Empowerment in Cyber Education

    Coming to you LIVE from Cyber Saturday! In this episode of #CyberChats, we dive into the world of youth-driven cybersecurity education. Casey Nazelrod and Emmett Omron, two standout high school students from Loyola Blakefield, share their impressive journeys into the field of cyber and the valuable experiences they’ve gained along the way. Joining the conversation is Alexis Davis, COO of the Technology Advancement Center, who discusses the organization’s dedication to empowering young people through cyber education. Together, they highlight how programs like Cyber Saturday are shaping the next generation of cybersecurity leaders. Tune in for an inspiring discussion on how today’s youth are driving the future of cybersecurity! Topics discussed: cybersecurity, youth in cybersecurity, cyber education, youth programs NEW CTF CHALLENGES HAVE DROPPED!Register to compete in #CyberChats' FREE Cyber Challenges individually or join a team, and look for your name on the leaderboard:https://metactf.com/join/cyberchats Never miss an episode or Challenge drop by signing up for our #CyberChats newsletter at:https://cryptologicfoundation.org/podcast Stock Music provided by AG_Music, fromPond5

    25 min

  2. JAN 30

    047. From Government Service to Entrepreneurship: Roselle Safran’s Journey to KeyCaliber

    In this episode, we’re joined by Roselle Safran, the dynamic CEO of KeyCaliber. With a wealth of experience spanning both government and entrepreneurship, Roselle dives into the lessons she’s learned throughout her impressive career in cybersecurity. From her time at the Executive Office of the President during the Obama Administration, to her role at the Department of Homeland Security’s US-CERT, and later founding Uplevel Security, Roselle’s journey is nothing short of inspiring. Tune in to hear how these pivotal experiences shaped her path to creating KeyCaliber and learn valuable insights from her diverse career! Topics discussed: cybersecurity entrepreneurship, government service, cyber, leadership, growth NEW CTF CHALLENGES HAVE DROPPED! Register to compete in #CyberChats' FREE Cyber Challenges individually or join a team, and look for your name on the leaderboard: https://metactf.com/join/cyberchats Never miss an episode or Challenge drop by signing up for our #CyberChats newsletter at: https://cryptologicfoundation.org/podcast Stock Music provided by AG_Music, from Pond5

    33 min

  3. JAN 16

    045. Students’ Superpowers: Take Risks to Find Your Way in Cyber

    As the second half of the school year kicks off, are you starting to think about summer jobs and internships? Or next steps post-graduation? Or maybe you want to get clarity on your direction in cyber overall. If any of these sound like you, you won’t want to miss this episode! In this special episode of #CyberChats, former host James Walsh talks with guest Nate Delgado, Director of Product Management at CodeHunter and Founder of Decrypt Cyber. Passionate about cyber and mentoring, Nate is a refreshing source of career guidance for folks considering or just getting started in cybersecurity. You’ll hear Nate detail how to connect with others to grow your network, find mentors by asking for help, and follow your curiosities to discover your path in cyber. Topics discussed: professional networking, paths to cyber, mentorship Note: conversation originally recorded in summer 2024. Never miss an episode or Challenge drop by signing up for our #CyberChats newsletter at: https://cryptologicfoundation.org/podcast Stock Music provided by AG_Music, from Pond5

    33 min

  4. JAN 2

    044. Calling All High School Teachers – NCTA’s Offering a Graduate Certificate in Cybersecurity!

    Happy New Year, cyber fans! Today's mini episode features an exciting opportunity for high school teachers nationwide from The National Cybersecurity Teaching Academy! Listen as Melissa Dark, founder of Dark Industries and Teach Cyber leader, tells us all! NCTA is a graduate certificate that prepares high school teachers to teach cybersecurity. It includes coursework on teaching cybersecurity, foundations of cybersecurity, network security, and advanced topics. Courses take place in the summer and are delivered online. Interested? Visit the link below! Link: https://teachcyber.org/ncta/?utm_source=mailpoet&utm_medium=email&utm_source_platform=mailpoet&utm_campaign=Dec-2024-cyber-news Topics discussed: Teach Cyber, high school teachers, teaching cybersecurity, foundations of cybersecurity, network security. Register here to compete in #CyberChats' Cyber Challenges individually or join a team, and look for your name on the leaderboard: https://metactf.com/join/cyberchats Never miss an episode or Challenge drop by signing up for our #CyberChats newsletter at: https://cryptologicfoundation.org/podcast Stock Music provided by AG_Music, from Pond5

    11 min

  5. 12/19/2024

    043. Building Digital Defenders: The Power of Cybersecurity Education & Human Behavior

    This episode features Calvin Nobles, Portfolio Vice President and Dean of the School of Cybersecurity and Information Technology at the University of Maryland Global Campus. With an extraordinary background encompassing 25 years in the U.S. Navy and deep expertise in cybersecurity, we are extremely fortunate to have Dr. Nobles on our Board of Directors! Listen to learn more about Dr. Nobles' work in cybersecurity, experience in the Navy, and extraordinary research on the role of human behavior in digital security! Topics discussed: cybersecurity, human factors engineering, university of maryland, cybersecurity education Register here to compete in #CyberChats' Cyber Challenges individually or join a team, and look for your name on the leaderboard: https://metactf.com/join/cyberchats Never miss an episode or Challenge drop by signing up for our #CyberChats newsletter at: https://cryptologicfoundation.org/podcast Stock Music provided by AG_Music, from Pond5

    34 min

  6. 12/05/2024

    042. Staying Safe While Shopping Online: Special Holiday Episode

    This holiday season, we’re bringing you something truly special—a first-ever crossover episode between #CyberChats and Cyber Pulse! Together, NCF podcast hosts Kennedy Taylor and James Walsh have combined forces to deliver the ultimate guide to staying safe while shopping this holiday season. In this exclusive episode, we cover everything you need to know to protect yourself from cyber threats during the most wonderful time of the year. Learn how to avoid online shopping scams, keep your accounts secure, and spot sneaky phishing attempts that target unsuspecting holiday shoppers. Don’t miss this festive and informative crossover event that’s perfect for anyone looking to shop smarter this season. Topics discussed: Stick to Trusted Retailers, Use Secure Payment Methods, Watch Out for Too-Good-to-Be-True Deals, Be Cautious with Public Wi-Fi, Enable Two-Factor Authentication, Use Strong, Unique Passwords, Be Wary of Email Phishing Scams, Monitor Your Accounts, Avoid Excessive Sharing of Personal Info, Keep your Device Updated Register here to compete in #CyberChats' Cyber Challenges individually or join a team, and look for your name on the leaderboard: https://metactf.com/join/cyberchats Never miss an episode or Challenge drop by signing up for our #CyberChats newsletter at: https://cryptologicfoundation.org/podcast Stock Music provided by AG_Music, from Pond5.

    28 min

  7. 11/21/2024

    041. Breaking barriers for women in cybersecurity and pageantry with Himanvi Panidepu, Miss Virginia USA

    Here comes the queen! Our next episode features Himanvi Panidepu, Miss Virginia USA and Cybersecurity Consultant for EY. Himanvi is a proud Indian American, exemplifying the power of breaking barriers and embracing diverse talents. Her cybersecurity journey began with a challenge: navigating an industry where women are vastly underrepresented. Undeterred, she turned this challenge into a catalyst for change, leading Women in Tech programs and founding her initiative, STEMpowered Leaders to inspire and mentor the next generation. Listen to learn more about Himanvi’s journey to cybersecurity, including graduating Cum Laude from Virginia Tech, her role at EY, STEMpowered Leaders, and Miss USA! Register for #CyberChats' Cyber Challenges below to compete individually or join a team, and look for your name on the leaderboard. For more practice, register for MetaCTF's free monthly Flash CTF. Topics discussed: cybersecurity, pageantry, Miss USA, diversity in cyber, entry level careers, women in tech. Register here for the NCF’s FREE challenges with MetaCTF: https://metactf.com/join/cyberchats Never miss an episode or Challenge drop by signing up for our #CyberChats newsletter at: https://cryptologicfoundation.org/podcast Stock Music provided by AG_Music, from Pond5

    30 min

  8. 11/07/2024

    040. Leading in Cybersecurity with Gregg Smith, CEO of the Technology Advancement Center

    This is a special one for fans of Cyber Saturday and Hack the Rail! Our next episode features Gregg Smith, CEO of the Technology Advancement Center (TAC), a cybersecurity nonprofit fueling the people and technology needed to solve critical cybersecurity challenges. Prior to TAC, Gregg served as a successful CEO of Attila Security, Archon Secure, Silent Circle, Koolspan, Optio Labs, AND Acuity Mobile, earning over 25 years of technology and executive business leadership experience. Listen to learn more about Greg’s extensive career, gain tremendous insight into what it takes to lead in cybersecurity, and find out what TAC is doing to build the cybersecurity workforce! Register for #CyberChats' Cyber Challenges below to compete individually or join a team, and look for your name on the leaderboard. For more practice, register for MetaCTF's free monthly Flash CTF. Topics discussed: cybersecurity, cyber entrepreneurship, cybersecurity events, getting into cyber, leading in cyber, tech macro trends. Register here for the NCF’s FREE challenges with MetaCTF: https://metactf.com/join/cyberchats Never miss an episode or Challenge drop by signing up for our #CyberChats newsletter at: https://cryptologicfoundation.org/podcast Stock Music provided by AG_Music, from Pond5.

    24 min
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#CyberChats is a podcast show focused on educating people of all ages about personal data care and cyber careers, skills, and pathways. #CyberChats aims to highlight positive figures in the cybersecurity community who care about increasing awareness and bridging industry gaps. Become a part of the cyber community by completing our cybersecurity challenges and asking us your original questions!

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  • Creator
    National Cryptologic Foundation (NCF)
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2025
  • Episodes
    49
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © National Cryptologic Foundation (NCF)
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    #CyberChats

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