The CyBUr Guy Podcast

Darren J. Mott
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The CyBUr Guy Podcast

20-year FBI Special Agent provides cyber-related insight and education for individuals and businesses. This podcast includes discussions on historical FBI cyber and counterintelligence cases and discusses current cybercrime issues.

  1. MAR 2

    The CyBUr Guy Podcast 2025 - Brian Burnett

    In this episode of the CyBUr Guy Podcast, I sit down with Brian Burnett, Director of Cyber for the North Carolina Electrical Cooperative, to discuss the unique cybersecurity challenges facing Operational Technology (OT) networks. From power grids to industrial control systems, OT environments are increasingly targeted by cyber threats, making robust security measures more critical than ever. Brian shares his insights on: The key differences between IT and OT security Threats to critical infrastructure and real-world attack scenarios The challenges of securing legacy systems in OT networks How cooperatives and utility providers are adapting to evolving cyber risks Best practices for enhancing OT resilience This episode is a must-listen for cybersecurity professionals, infrastructure operators, and anyone interested in the intersection of cybersecurity and critical infrastructure. 🎧 Listen now and stay CyBUr Smart! Email thoughts or questions to darren@thecyburguy.com #Cybersecurity #OperationalTechnology #CriticalInfrastructure #OTSecurity #CyBUrGuy #KnowledgeIsProtection

    44 min

  2. FEB 21

    The CyBUr Guy Podcast 2025, Ep4 - Michael McQuade of StarApex Recruiting

    I am joined on the podcast this week with Michael McQuade, the founder of StarApex Recruiting who is disrupting the cybersecurity job placement market. We talk about how his dream career as a KFC employee shifted to that of a UK Intelligence Officer to a soloprenuer. Give a listen, tell a friend. You can email me thoughts/comments/questions to darren@thecyburguy.com or follow me at https://www.linkedin.com/in/darrenmott. Find Michael at https://www.starapexrecruitment.com/ or at https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelmcquade.

    54 min

  3. FEB 14

    The CyBur Guy Podcast 2025 Ep3 - Dr. Chase Cunningham

    In this episode I welcome back Dr. Chase Cunningham to discuss his Demo-Force partnership with Forescout and he graciously lets me grill him on the new National Cyber Director and Deep seek.  For my soapbox item, refer to his article: https://www.theregister.com/2025/02/13/fbi_cisa_unforgivable_buffer_overflow/?td=rt-3a Give a listen, tell a friend. Feel free to email me at darren@thecyburguy.com or follow me at linkedin.com/in/darrenmott. Follow Chase at linkedin.com/in/dr-chase-cunningham

    33 min

  4. FEB 5

    The CyBUr Guy Podcast 2/5/25 - Protecting the Seniors in your life with Paige Hanson

    In this episode, I am joined by Paige Hanson on SecureLabs to talk about protecting seniors from cyber threats and scams. This is a wide-ranging conversation with lots of good resources. Share it with the seniors and senior caregivers in your life. Give a listen, tell a friend. Resources mentioned in this episode: https://seniorresourceconnectors.com    https://roseadvocacy.org/ https://consumer.ftc.gov/scams  https://aarp.org/wordsmatter https://aarp.org/saythis  https://aarp.org/fraudwatchnetwork

    43 min

  5. JAN 29

    The CyBUr Guy 01/29/25 - I am BACK!

    The CyBUr Guy Podcast is BACK - for REAL this time.  Darren explains the plan for the podcast moving forward, the creation of www.goldshieldcyber.com, and introduces a new part of the podcast for those who like rants called the "Soapbox."  Give a listen, tell a friend, let me know what you think at darren@thecyburguy.com or at linkedin.com/in/darrenmott. #knowledgeisprotection

    34 min

  6. 07/24/2024

    The CyBUr Guy Podcast: Let me help your business get a litte Cyber Safer!

    In this micro-pod I make an offer for pretty much any business or organization interested in getting Cyber Safer. Give a listen, tell a friend. Contact me at darren@thecyburguy.com or follow me at linkedin.com/in/darrenmott.

    6 min

  7. 07/09/2024

    The CyBUr Guy Podcast - The CSRB Stinks (No Kidding)

    Thanks to Corey Munson for making this article known to me.  https://www.propublica.org/article/cyber-safety-board-never-investigated-solarwinds-breach-microsoft?mod=djemCybersecruityPro&tpl=cs Needless to say the Cyber Safety Review Board is about useless....who could have predicted?  Oh wait, I think I did! Give a listen, tell a friend.

    7 min

  8. 07/07/2024

    The CyBUr Guy Podcast - Who is the "GET CYBER SMART" book for?

    In the first of what I hope is an increasing library of micro podcasts, I explain who my new book "Get Cyber Smart, A user-friendly guide to keeping your family, your business, and yourself safe online" is intended for. Give a listen, tell a friend. Email me at darren@thecyburguy.com

    4 min
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    20-year FBI Special Agent provides cyber-related insight and education for individuals and businesses. This podcast includes discussions on historical FBI cyber and counterintelligence cases and discusses current cybercrime issues.

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    • Creator
      Darren J. Mott
    • Years Active
      2020 - 2025
    • Episodes
      100
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      © Copyright 2020 All rights reserved.
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      The CyBUr Guy Podcast

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