In this episode, the hosts introduce Daniel Acevedo, a special cohost, who shares his "cybersecurity origin-story" and experience. They discuss their military backgrounds and the opportunities it provided, as well as their current roles in the cybersecurity industry. They also talk about their personal interests, such as salsa dancing, watching TV shows and movies, and pursuing certifications and self-development. The conversation covers topics such as NVIDIA's advancements in AI, the relationship between NVIDIA's CEO Jensen Huang and AMD CEO Lisa Su, the potential of building AI agents, and t ..read more

In this conversation, Ryan Williams and Kayne McGladrey discuss the evolving role of the CISO, the importance of governance, risk, and compliance (GRC), and the impact of AI in cybersecurity. They highlight the need for CISOs to have the full backing of their boards and the challenges they face in managing civil liability for processes they don't control. They also emphasize the importance of democratizing GRC knowledge and providing companies with tools like Hyperproof to assess and improve their cybersecurity maturity. The conversation touches on the increasing regulatory requirements and th ..read more

In this episode, the hosts discuss a recent ransomware attack on UnitedHealth Group and the emergence of a second hacking group demanding a ransom. They explore the complex dynamics between the different hacking groups and the challenges faced by organizations in protecting sensitive data. The conversation highlights the need for robust incident response and disaster recovery plans, as well as the importance of balancing accessibility and security in the healthcare industry. The hosts also emphasize the risks of paying ransomware and the evolving nature of ransomware attacks. Please LISTEN ..read more

In this episode, the hosts discuss a data breach at a government consulting firm where hackers stole over 340,000 social security numbers. They speculate on the cause of the breach and the potential implications. They also highlight the need to move away from using social security numbers as identifiers and suggest alternative solutions. The hosts emphasize the importance of protecting personal information and the potential consequences for companies that fail to do so. Please LISTEN ? LIKE ?? and SHARE ❤️ Thanks! Socials: Website - https://www.heroesmediagroup.com/shows/the-other-side ..read more

In this episode, Ryan, Chris, and special guest, Daniel Acevedo, discuss the recent cyber attack on Roku, where approximately 576,000 accounts were compromised. The attackers used a technique called credential stuffing to gain access to the accounts. While Roku claims that no sensitive user information or full credit card information was accessed, the extent of the damage is still unknown. The hosts emphasize the importance of strong passwords and recommend using password managers. They also discuss the implications of the breach for third-party vendors and the need for improved vendor managem ..read more

In this episode of Ask A CISSP, Ryan Williams Sr. interviews Kenneth Ellington, founder of Ellington Cyber Academy (ECA), about the latest trends in cybersecurity and the integration of cybersecurity with artificial intelligence (AI). Kenneth discusses the growth of ECA and their partnerships with companies like Sentinel One and Splunk. He emphasizes the importance of customer feedback and the need to provide training in areas like SIEM, SOAR, and Linux. Whether you're new to cybersecurity or looking to upskill, ECA's courses offer hands-on experience, real-world projects, and industry-leadin ..read more

Join us to revisit our most popular episode of ALL TIME! This episode discusses the consumer class action lawsuits filed against Mr. Cooper, a mortgage lending company, following a cybersecurity incident. The breach exposed the personal information of 4.3 million customers, putting them at an increased risk of identity theft. Mr. Cooper has partially resumed operations and plans to provide affected customers with credit monitoring services. The lawsuits highlight the importance of cybersecurity and the need for companies to protect customer data. The episode also touches on the role of class a ..read more

Join us to revisit our second most popular episode of ALL TIME! In this episode, the hosts discuss the cyber attack on Change Healthcare that disrupted prescription services nationwide. They highlight the interconnectedness of the healthcare industry and the potential consequences of such attacks. The conversation touches on the importance of IT and supply chain risk management, the financial and regulatory implications for UnitedHealthcare, and the ethical considerations of patient privacy and confidentiality. The hosts also share personal experiences and insights related to the critical x1pi ..read more

Join us to revisit our third most popular episode of ALL TIME! In this episode, Ryan, Shannon, and special guest, Ieshea Hollins, the founder and CEO of Direnzic Technology discuss her book, 'Technology Guide to Divorce. Ieshea shares her real-life inspiration for writing the book and highlights the importance of protecting your digital assets and personal information during the divorce process.  Please LISTEN ? LIKE ?? and SHARE ❤️ Thanks! Socials: Website - https://www.heroesmediagroup.com/shows/the-other-side-of-the-firewall/ Audio - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-ot ..read more

In this episode, Ryan and Shannon discuss their week, including theme park experiences, TV shows, movies, and video games. Ryan recaps his visit to Universal Studios and the two share their thoughts on various TV shows, such as Invincible and X-Men 97. Ryan also talk about their gaming experiences with Final Fantasy VII Rebirth and Tears of the Kingdom.  Please LISTEN ? LIKE ?? and SHARE ❤️ Thanks! Socials: Website - https://www.heroesmediagroup.com/shows/the-other-side-of-the-firewall/ Audio - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-other-side-of-the-firewall/id1542479181 YouTu ..read more