Cyber Sensei Podcast

Allison Ritter

In each episode, Allison Ritter, experiential cyber security exercising expert and former SOC Manager, is joined by a cyber security thought leader, “sensei”, to discuss the secret sauce of building powerful teams and well-prepared security operations. Episodes include conversations with CISOs, SOC Managers, Training Managers, cyber security educators and subject matter experts across cyber resilience, risk, crisis exercising and education.

  1. 05/30/2024

    Episode 14: The CISO in 2024 - Bridging the Gap to Boardroom Leadership - with Rick Howard

    This episode is a must-listen for: 💡aspiring CISOs looking to chart their career path;  💡recruiters seeking top cybersecurity talent;  💡anyone interested in the transformation of cybersecurity leadership roles.

    59 min

  2. 03/03/2024

    Episode 13: How to Receive Your CAE Designation, MDC Case Study - with Dr. Diego Tibaquira

    It was great to have Dr. Diego Tibaquirá with us again! In our recent podcast episode, we delved into the challenges facing cybersecurity educators in attaining CAE designation for their programs. We explored the complexities of CAE requirements, uncovered the strategies behind MDC's successful journey toward achieving recognition for its cybersecurity program, and unveiled the secrets behind their remarkable achievement

    47 min

  3. 02/18/2024

    Episode 12: Building a New Cybersecurity Program: with Dr. Diego Tibaquira

    It was a great pleasure hosting Dr. Diego Tibaquira from Miami Dade College and hearing the success story of building a cybersecurity program from scratch. Luckily, this is the first out of two episodes featuring Diego - make sure you tune in to our next episode too!

    48 min

  4. 01/31/2024

    Episode 11: Cybersecurity Curriculum That Delivers Work-Ready Graduates - with Jordan Kent

    A big thank you to Jordan Kent, Customer Success Manager for Higher Education here at Cyberbit, for joining us in the recently concluded episode where he introduced the audience to the key components of a successful cybersecurity curriculum. These included the integration of performance measurements, support for the development of crucial soft skills, and providing students with hands-on practice opportunities. It was a pleasure!

    57 min

  5. 11/30/2023

    Episode 10: Data Driven Approach to Cybersecurity - with Roger. A Grimes

    It was a pleasure hosting Roger A. Grimes, who shared his extensive experience and provided insights for cybersecurity educators. Thank you for teaching us all about a data-driven approach to cybersecurity with a focus on risk management, instructing on social engineering, and preparing individuals for work-ready employment. We had a great time!

    59 min

  6. 10/25/2023

    Episode 9: Do's and Don'ts in Your Cybersecurity Program - with Darryl Davis and Matt McKinley

    A huge thank you to Darryl and Matt from the City of Refuge Tech Transformation Academy for shedding light on these fascinating topics that any cybersecurity educator can learn from: teaching patterns, learning styles, recommended exercises, and Darryl's secret source :). Learn how to enhance your cybersecurity program, and give your students a better chance to be hired after graduation. Here are the links published during the episode: 30314 Zip Code (Atlanta, GA) Detailed Profile https://www.city-data.com/zips/30314.html City of Refuge https://www.cityofrefugeatl.org/  Follow Cyberbit on LinkedIn and stay updated on future episodes: https://www.linkedin.com/company/cyberbit

    57 min

  7. 09/26/2023

    Episode 8: How to Prepare Your Cyber Security Students for the Workforce on a Limited Budget? With Dr. Dalia Sherif, Greg Lindstrom, and Chris Wolski

    This episode with Lone Star College was one of the most educational episodes on the Cyber Sensei Podcast. This time, Dr. Dalia Sherif, Greg Lindstrom, and Chris Wolski kindly shared with us how LSC was able to provide students with hands-on experience, guide them in using commercial tools, and prepare them for the workforce—all of this while utilizing a limited budget. This episode is a must-listen for all cybersecurity educators.

    1h 1m

  8. 08/05/2023

    Episode 7: Cyber Range Success Stories from the Trenches - with Kristy Zyburo

    It was great having Kristy Zyburo on our podcast, demonstrating how cyber ranges are becoming a standard part of higher education programs. Thank you, Kristy, for educating us on how colleges and universities are adopting the new approach of simulation-based learning, aiming to narrow the gap in a market where employers expect cybersecurity graduates to be workforce-ready from day one

    1h 1m
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In each episode, Allison Ritter, experiential cyber security exercising expert and former SOC Manager, is joined by a cyber security thought leader, “sensei”, to discuss the secret sauce of building powerful teams and well-prepared security operations. Episodes include conversations with CISOs, SOC Managers, Training Managers, cyber security educators and subject matter experts across cyber resilience, risk, crisis exercising and education.

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  • Creator
    Allison Ritter
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2024
  • Episodes
    14
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Cyber Sensei Podcast
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    Cyber Sensei Podcast