CYBR.SEC.CAST

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Join CYBR.SEC.CON. cofounders Michael and Sam each week as they chat with conference speakers about the latest topics and trends in the cybersecurity space. 

  1. 1D AGO

    Doing Cool Stuff with Dr. Dustin Sachs

    In this episode, Michael and Sam sit down with Dr. Dustin Sachs (DCS), CEO and founder of Psybercog Labs, to explore why humans - not technology - are often the limiting factor in cybersecurity. They dive into cognitive overload, bias, and decision fatigue, and how these hidden forces shape security outcomes. Dustin also shares his unconventional path into cyber and explains how Psybercog Labs uses behavioral science to uncover decision-making blind spots and help organizations execute smarter, more effective security strategies. Things Mentioned: AI-Assisted Cybersecurity Team Discovers 12 OpenSSL Vulnerabilities, Claims Humans are the Limiting Factor – Some Vulnerabilities have been Around for Decades - https://www.tomshardware.com/tech-industry/cyber-security/ai-assisted-cybersecurity-team-discovers-12-openssl-vulnerabilities-claims-humans-are-the-limiting-factor-some-vulnerabilities-have-been-around-for-decadesNoise: A Flaw in Human Judgement by Daniel Kahneman - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Noise:_A_Flaw_in_Human_JudgmentPsybercog Labs - https://www.psybercog.com Do you have a question for the hosts? Reach out to us at media@cscgroupllc.com  Keep up with CYBR.SEC.CON.: LinkedInXFacebookInstagramKeep up with CYBR.SEC.Media: LinkedInXFacebookInstagram Check out our Conferences and Events: CYBR.SEC.CON.OT.SEC.CON.CYBR.HAK.CON.EXEC.SEC.CON.CSC User GroupSupport CYBR.SEC.Careers Non-Profit Efforts CYBR.SEC.CareersApply to the CYBR.SEC.Careers Scholarship Taylor Austin Broussard Memorial ScholarshipListen to our other show: CYBR.HAK.CASTIn this episode: Host: Michael FarnumHost: Sam Van RyderGuest: Dr. Dustin SachsProduction and editing: Lauren AndrusMusic by: August Honey

    42 min

  2. JAN 28

    OT.SEC.CAST – The OT.SEC.CON. Podcast with Mike Holcomb

    This week, Michael and Sam chat with educator, founder, and OT.SEC.CON. opening keynote speaker Mike Holcomb! They discuss his free, in-person training coming up on March 31 in Houston, how - like many others - the movie War Games played a role in his journey into the cybersecurity industry, and how his focus has shifted toward OT/ICS security education. Things Mentioned: Mike’s site - https://www.mikeholcomb.com/Mike’s YouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/@utilsecBSides ICS - https://www.bsidesics.org/Sign up for Mike’s free class on March 31, 2026 when you sign up for OT.SEC.CON. - https://www.xcdsystem.com/cybrseccommunity/attendee/index.cfm?ID=DwWuEm5Register for Jeremiah Grossman's Webinar - https://www.cybrsecmedia.com/webinar/Do you have a question for the hosts? Reach out to us at media@cscgroupllc.com  Keep up with CYBR.SEC.CON.: LinkedInXFacebookInstagramKeep up with CYBR.SEC.Media: LinkedInXFacebookInstagramCheck out our Conferences and Events: CYBR.SEC.CON.OT.SEC.CON.CYBR.HAK.CON.EXEC.SEC.CON.CSC User GroupSupport or apply to our Scholarship Program: TAB Cyber FoundationSubscribe to the podcast:  AppleSpotifyListen to our other show: CYBR.HAK.CAST In this episode: Host: Michael FarnumHost: Sam Van RyderGuest: Mike HolcombProduction and editing: Lauren AndrusMusic by: August Honey

    33 min

  3. JAN 14

    Making the Blogger List with Bill Brenner

    Michael and Sam are talking to the new VP and Editor-in-Chief of CYBR.SEC.Media, Bill Brenner! They discuss his extensive 20+ year career journey from traditional journalism to cybersecurity media, the importance of supporting the mental health of cyber defenders, and his vision for CYBR.SEC.Media.  Things Mentioned: Bill’s Letter from the Editor - https://www.cybrsecmedia.com/letter-from-the-new-editor-in-chief-of-cybr-sec-media/ Do you have a question for the hosts? Reach out to us at media@cscgroupllc.com   Keep up with CYBR.SEC.CON.: LinkedInXFacebookInstagram Keep up with CYBR.SEC.Media: LinkedInXFacebookInstagramCheck out our Conferences and Events: CYBR.SEC.CON.OT.SEC.CON.CYBR.HAK.CON.EXEC.SEC.CON.CSC User Group Support or apply to our Scholarship Program: TAB Cyber FoundationSubscribe to the podcast:  AppleSpotifyIn this episode: Host: Michael FarnumHost: Sam Van RyderGuest: Bill BrennerProduction and editing: Lauren AndrusMusic by: August Honey

    36 min

  4. 12/31/2025

    Combating Burnout with Jessvin Thomas

    We’re wrapping up 2025 with a special episode! Michael and Sam are talking to Jessvin Thomas, CEO of Auguria and winner of CYBR.SEC.CON.’s first pitch competition for cybersecurity startups! They discuss the evolving challenges in cybersecurity, the importance of root cause analysis, and how AI and context are shaping the future of SOC operations. Discover insights on burnout, data-driven defense, and building resilient security teams. Things Mentioned: Root Causes of Security Breaches Remain Elusive, Jeopardizing Resilience - https://www.csoonline.com/article/4093403/root-causes-of-security-breaches-remain-elusive-jeopardizing-resilience.htmlWhen Good People Struggle: The Human Side of Security Misalignment - https://www.cybrsecmedia.com/when-good-people-struggle-the-human-side-of-security-misalignment/Learn more about Auguria - https://auguria.io/ Do you have a question for the hosts? Reach out to us at media@cscgroupllc.com   Keep up with CYBR.SEC.CON.: LinkedInXFacebookInstagramKeep up with CYBR.SEC.Media: LinkedInXFacebookInstagramCheck out our Conferences and Events: CYBR.SEC.CON.OT.SEC.CON.CYBR.HAK.CON.EXEC.SEC.CON.CSC User GroupSupport or apply to our Scholarship Program: TAB Cyber FoundationSubscribe to the podcast:  AppleSpotifyIn this episode: Host: Michael FarnumHost: Sam Van RyderGuest: Jessvin ThomasProduction and editing: Lauren AndrusMusic by: August Honey

    38 min

  5. 12/17/2025

    Diving (Pun Intended) into SCADA and Control Systems with Randy Petersen

    In this episode, SJRA SCADA Superintendent and HOU.SEC.CON./OT.SEC.CON. speaker Randy Petersen joins Michal and Sam on the podcast to share his expertise on SCADA systems and the unique security challenges facing water facilities. They highlight real-world incidents and vulnerabilities in OT environments, offer practical advice for improving OT security and protecting essential services from cyber threats, and the importance of proactive defense strategies.  Things Mentioned: OT.SEC.CON. Call for Papers - https://www.xcdsystem.com/cybrseccommunity/abstract/abstract.cfmCyber Centre warns hack tampered with pressure at Canadian water treatment plant -https://esemag.com/infrastructure/cyber-centre-warns-hack-canadian-water-treatment-plant/Randy's OT.SEC.CON. 2025 Presentation - "Network Asset Visibility Fundamental for OT Cybersecurity" - https://youtu.be/3tMGwnOFwhA?si=97bdtE6VROT8mZBrRandy’s HOU.SEC.CON. 2025 Presentation – “Change the Mindset - Availability is the Driving Factor” - https://youtu.be/tEUY3eeMGr8?si=K6bYUTp7rpPnvMatDo you have a question for the hosts? Reach out to us at media@cscgroupllc.com  Keep up with CYBR.SEC.CON.: LinkedInXFacebookInstagramKeep up with CYBR.SEC.Media: LinkedInXFacebookInstagramCheck out our Conferences and Events: CYBR.SEC.CON.OT.SEC.CON.CYBR.HAK.CON.EXEC.SEC.CON.CSC User GroupSupport or apply to our Scholarship Program: TAB Cyber FoundationSubscribe to the podcast:  AppleSpotifyIn this episode: Host: Michael FarnumHost: Sam Van RyderGuest: Randy PetersenProduction and editing: Lauren AndrusMusic by: August Honey

    37 min

  6. 12/03/2025

    Joining Cybersecurity Kicking and Screaming with Keith Turpin

    In today's episode Michael and Sam are talking to Friedkin Group CISO and HOU.SEC.CON. speaker, Keith Turpen! They dive into the recent CloudFlare outage and what it means for cybersecurity professionals, explore Keith's fascinating career journey from mechanical engineering to becoming a CISO, and unpack valuable leadership lessons he shared at this year’s conference.  Things Mentioned: Cloudflare Outage on November 18, 2025 - https://blog.cloudflare.com/18-november-2025-outage/Saying No is an Act of Integrity Post - https://www.linkedin.com/posts/mfarnum_weve-all-heard-the-good-advice-that-we-should-activity-7321872752154443776-K60I?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop&rcm=ACoAABItDFUBkOvd135bwOgGWtX0r5DL_-_1V7gKeith’s talk at HOU.SEC.CON. - “Finding Your Way Up: A Candid Look At Leadership” -https://youtu.be/gB1DxR8xWhY?si=EMD0Nf6F_oW8rCsADo you have a question for the hosts? Reach out to us at media@cscgroupllc.com  Keep up with CYBR.SEC.CON.: ·      LinkedIn ·      X ·      Facebook ·      Instagram Keep up with CYBR.SEC.Media: ·      LinkedIn ·      X ·      Facebook ·      Instagram  Check out our Conferences and Events: ·      CYBR.SEC.CON. ·      OT.SEC.CON. ·      CYBR.HAK.CON. ·      EXEC.SEC.CON. ·      CSC User Group Support or apply to our Scholarship Program: ·      TAB Cyber Foundation In this episode: ·      Host: Michael Farnum ·      Host: Sam Van Ryder ·      Guest: Keith Turpin ·      Production and editing: Lauren Andrus ·      Music by: August Honey

    45 min

  7. 11/19/2025

    Midlife Crisis Shift with Haylie Treas

    Michael and Sam are catching up with Attorney and friend of the conference, Haylie Treas! In this episode Hailey shares her journey from litigation to cybersecurity and privacy law, and offers expert insights on third-party risk management, regulatory guidance, and the evolving landscape of privacy in the U.S. Things Mentioned: Guidance on Managing Risks Related to Third-Party Service Providers - https://www.dfs.ny.gov/industry-guidance/industry-letters/il20251021-guidance-managing-risks-third-partyWatch Haylie’s HOU.SEC.CON. 2025 Talk - https://www.cybrsecmedia.com/what-could-possibly-go-wrong-from-the-lawyer-and-technologist-perspectives/Do you have a question for the hosts? Reach out to us at media@cscgroupllc.com  Keep up with CYBR.SEC.CON.: LinkedInXFacebookInstagramKeep up with CYBR.SEC.Media: LinkedInXFacebookInstagramCheck out our Conferences and Events: CYBR.SEC.CON.OT.SEC.CON.CYBR.HAK.CON.EXEC.SEC.CON.CSC User GroupSupport or apply to our Scholarship Program: TAB Cyber FoundationIn this episode: Host: Michael FarnumHost: Sam Van RyderGuest: Haylie TreasProduction and editing: Lauren AndrusMusic by: August Honey

    43 min

  8. 11/05/2025

    Special Episode – CYBR.HAK.CAST!

    We’re thrilled to announce the launch of CYBR.HAK.CAST, a new spinoff from our popular CYBR.SEC.CAST feed! Hosted by Michael Farnum and co-hosted by renowned penetration tester and ethical hacker Phillip Wylie, CYBR.HAK.CAST dives deep into the world of hacking. From real-world exploits and red team tactics to the human stories behind the hackers themselves. Every guest on this show is a part of the community, bringing raw insight, experience, and a passion for breaking (and securing) things.  In this first episode Michal and Phil are joined by hacker/author/speaker/transhuman Len Noe to discuss CYBR.HAK.CON., Len’s current and upcoming projects, and the future of cybersecurity in the age of AI.  Look out for CYBR.HAK.CAST – coming soon to your favorite podcast platform! Things Mentioned: “TruffleNet” Attack Wields Stolen Credentials Against AWS - https://www.darkreading.com/vulnerabilities-threats/trufflenet-attack-stolen-credentials-awsCYBR.HAK.CON. Website - https://www.cybrhakcon.comTickets - https://www.xcdsystem.com/cybrseccommunity/attendee/index.cfm?ID=3ZiIV4jSponsor - https://www.cybrhakcon.com/exhibitorsDo you have a question for the hosts? Reach out to us at media@cscgroupllc.com  Keep up with CYBR.SEC.CON.: ·      LinkedIn ·      X ·      Facebook ·      Instagram Keep up with CYBR.SEC.Media: ·      LinkedIn ·      X ·      Facebook ·      Instagram Check out our Conferences and Events: ·      CYBR.SEC.CON. ·      OT.SEC.CON. ·      CYBR.HAK.CON. ·      EXEC.SEC.CON. ·      CSC User Group Support or apply to our Scholarship Program: ·      TAB Cyber Foundation In this episode: ·      Host: Michael Farnum ·      Host: Phillip Wylie ·      Guest: Len Noe ·      Production and editing: Lauren Andrus ·      Music by: August Honey

    50 min
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Join CYBR.SEC.CON. cofounders Michael and Sam each week as they chat with conference speakers about the latest topics and trends in the cybersecurity space. 

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    CYBR.SEC.Media
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    63
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