Summary   This conversation explores the role of a SOC analyst and the challenges they face in the cybersecurity field. It covers the structure and responsibilities of a SOC team, the impact of remote work on communication and collaboration, and the skills required to be a successful SOC analyst. The conversation also delves into the tools and technologies used in a SOC, the career path of a SOC analyst, and the importance of passion and continuous learning in the IT industry. In this conversation, Bryan and Jordan discuss the qualities of a SOC analyst, the challenges and rewards of the ..read more

Show Notes for Episode 64: Penetration Testing and Remediation in Cybersecurity Welcome to Episode 64 of our cybersecurity-focused podcast! In this installment, our host Bryan Young is joined by two experts in the field of cyber defense, Megan Scherer and Ryan Wager from Secure Network Technologies. Dive deep with us as we explore the critical roles that penetration testing and remediation play in safeguarding organizations against digital threats. Main Themes: The Importance of Penetration Testing: Our guests discuss how penetration tests are crucial for identifying weaknesses in a var ..read more

Episode Summary: In this episode, Bryan Young invites Igor Barshteyn to demystify quantum computing and its implications for cybersecurity. They dive into the intricacies of how quantum computing challenges current encryption methods, specifically public key cryptography, and what that means for data security. The discussion pivots around the looming necessity for transition to post-quantum cryptography and the roles that various entities like NIST, NSA, and leading tech companies are playing in this arena. Key Points Discussed: Quantum computing's impact on current encryption standards. How ..read more

Show Notes: Episode 62 - Empowering Veterans in the Digital Age   - Guest Introduction:    - Guests from Tech4Troops, an organization providing free computers and education programs to veterans.    - Guests share their military backgrounds, highlighting their experiences and challenges. - Importance of Supporting Veterans:    - Conversation emphasizes the significance of supporting veterans and addressing their unique needs.    - Tech4Troops' mission to bridge the digital divide for veterans is highlighted. - Role of Video Games:    - Gues ..read more

In this Halloween-themed episode, the hosts share several spooky and comical IT horror stories submitted by listeners. One mishap involved a prank wav file being mistakenly played on thousands of households. Another incident recounted a technician's struggle to fix power outages amid a tropical storm. Mistakes like wrong hard drive shipments and accidental data erasure are also shared.  The speaker highlights the impact of network configuration errors and the importance of thorough double-checking. Lessons from various IT professionals are shared, including stories about wrong interface d ..read more

In this episode of Conf T with your SE, host Bryan Young welcomes special guest Steve Staurovsky from Fortinet. They start by discussing their previous meeting at the CT NUG event and the wide range of products in Fortinet's portfolio. The importance of interoperability and collaboration with other vendors in the industry is highlighted. Steve emphasizes the need for securing operational technology (OT) environments, especially in industrial and healthcare settings, where secure access and data transmission are crucial. The conversation then shifts to the challenges of securing and updating ma ..read more

Show Notes: Episode 59 - Redefining Storage with Pure Storage | Conf T with your SE Overview In this episode of Conf T with your SE, Bryan Young welcomes Chandler Bassett from Pure Storage. Together, they explore the groundbreaking world of affordable SSD storage and discuss the history and evolution of Pure Storage. Tune in to learn about the company's innovative solutions to Flash reliability concerns, its execution pipeline, and its advanced technology for enhancing storage performance and efficiency. Topics Covered Introduction to Pure Storage, a pioneer in redefining the storage array in ..read more

**Show Notes:** In this episode, Bryan sits down with experts Austin Hawthorne and Michael Kowal from Nile to unpack the intriguing topic of networking as a service. Dive into the discussions that span from defining the technology to its market implications and challenges. **Topics Covered:** - Introduction to Networking as a Service:   - Defined as tech always ready for business needs without complexities and costs.   - Other definitions including broadband, outsourcing IT, and managed services.    - Market Expectations:   - Influence of cloud adoption disrupting the ..read more

Welcome to Episode 56 of Conf T with your SE, where we do a complete recap of Cisco Live '23. Bryan Young and Tom Porto are joined by Sal Limura and Alexis Bertholf for a full discussion. In this episode, we dive into all the latest announcements from Cisco Live '23, including: Enterprise Networking: A deep dive into the evolution and future of enterprise networking. New Branding for Enterprise Networking Gear: An overview of the exciting rebrand and what it means for Cisco's product line. Pervasive AI with AI Enhanced RRM: Explore how AI is revolutionizing Radio Resource Management. MultiClo ..read more

Welcome to the latest episode of Conf T with your SE, hosted by Bryan Young and Tom Porto. In this insightful episode, we welcomed the delightfully eloquent British guest, Paul Jones, to discuss an ever-pervading issue in today's tech landscape - email security. To kick off the discussion, we dove into why email security remains a significant concern today, despite advancements in tech. It turns out, email is still the number one attack vector. We explored the evolution of email security, shifting from gateway devices to our cutting-edge cloud-based API-driven email security solution. Th ..read more