Simply Defensive Launch! Meet Your Hosts, Josh and Wade | S1 E1: Simply Defensive

Welcome to the inaugural episode of Simply Defensive! Join hosts Josh Mason and Wade Wells as they introduce the podcast and share their professional backgrounds in cybersecurity. Discover the story behind the podcast's creation, their unique approach compared to vendor-driven content, and the importance of community in cybersecurity. Josh dives into his journey from being a pilot in the Air Force to becoming a director of cyber training, while Wade talks about his varied roles in the cybersecurity industry, including his work in SOCs and threat intelligence. Get insights on upcoming talks, community involvement, and the launch of future episodes focused on real-world experiences from the defensive side of cybersecurity. 00:00 Introduction to Simply Defensive 00:42 The Concept Behind the Podcast 03:32 Josh Mason's Background 09:10 Wade Wells' Background 11:28 The Importance of Networking and Conferences 13:47 Community Involvement and Local Engagement 18:45 Cybersecurity Community and Upcoming Talks 19:02 Webinar on Anti-Siphon and Influencing in Cybersecurity 19:45 Philosophical Insights and Personal Reflections 20:14 Upcoming Conferences and Projects 20:29 Detection as Code and Automation 22:03 Challenges and Opportunities in Cybersecurity 25:56 New Initiatives and Community Building 30:40 Future Podcast Plans and Guest Ideas 33:04 Conclusion and Next Steps ========================= Connect with your hosts: Josh Mason: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshuacmason Wade Wells: https://www.linkedin.com/in/wadingthrulogs ========================= Simply Cyber empowers people who want a rewarding cybersecurity career 💪 ========================= ========================= All the ways to connect with Simply Cyber https://SimplyCyber.io/Socials =========================