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Ryan Marston is a remarkable 17-year-old cybersecurity whiz specializing in automotive security. At such a young age, he has been appointed as a cybersecurity researcher by leading automotive companies in the world. Ryan has authored and published three books, with more in the pipeline! You can find his books on Amazon:Black Hat Go Manual Game Hackers Field Manual Black Hat Python ManualWhat's truly impressive is that Ryan has also developed his own programming language called SkyLine. Curious to learn more? Just search for his username, 'Totally_Not_A_Haxxer,' and prepare to be amazed by Ryan's contributions to the field.If you enjoyed the episode, don't forget to leave us a 5 star review and support us to grow 😊. Author & Host: Ejona PreciContact: podcast@ejonapreci.comWebpage: https://cyberstartalkspodcast.buzzsprout.com/Support the showBecome a Sponsor for Cyberstar Talk Podcast: partnership@ejonapreci.com

Andrea Isoni is a Physicist and PhD from Imperial College, former Founders Factory (FF), and Chief AI Officer at AI Technologies, a company specialized in AI and automation. He is a committee member for Artificial Intelligence (AI) ISO Standard and former Advisor of Antler Venture Capital. Andrea launched his book “Machine Learning for the Web”, which is specifically written to help emerging data scientists understand complex AI technologies in simple and clear terms. He  is a renowned international speaker in different cities across the world.In this episode, Andrea shares his insights on the new threat landscape driven by AI, how to get more involved in AI, the new ISO42001 standard for AI, and the ethical considerations when developing new AI tools.In addition, he explains why it is becoming important for organizations to appoint a Chief AI Officer role in their structures.If you enjoyed the episode, don't forget to leave us a 5 star review and support us to grow 😊. Author & Host: Ejona PreciContact: podcast@ejonapreci.comWebpage: https://cyberstartalkspodcast.buzzsprout.com/Support the showBecome a Sponsor for Cyberstar Talk Podcast: partnership@ejonapreci.com

Joshua Crumbaugh is an internationally respected cybersecurity expert, author, and keynote speaker. Noted as one of the world's most accomplished social engineers and a leading expert on cybersecurity awareness, his vast experience in security led him to found PhishFirewall, where he serves as CEO.According to the latest reports, 90% of corporate security breaches are the result of phishing attacks! 🎣 😱In this episode, Joshua unpacks the world of Phishing. He speaks about the latest Phishing methods and shares some savvy tips to beat hackers at their own game! 👊🏼 In addition, he discusses the human element, explores behavioral psychology and the shortcomings of current security awareness methodologies, emphasizing the need for their replacement.If you enjoyed the episode, don't forget to leave us a 5 star review and support us to grow 😊. Author & Host: Ejona PreciContact: podcast@ejonapreci.comWebpage: https://cyberstartalkspodcast.buzzsprout.com/Support the showBecome a Sponsor for Cyberstar Talk Podcast: partnership@ejonapreci.com

Dr. Jordan Plotnek is an Air Force veteran in Australia and a cybersecurity Senior Lecturer at the University of South Australia. In addition, Jordan is a Lead Partner for Critical Infrastructure at Anchoram Consulting and Space Sector Lead for CI-ISAC. Jordan is sought after for his cutting-edge research and mission-focused advice on the cyber risk and resilience of critical and classified systems. He is a systems engineer with a PhD in space systems resilience and regularly publishes papers on critical infrastructure protection. Over the past decade Jordan has served in senior cybersecurity positions on projects worth over $4B for aerospace, defence, utilities, transportation, and mining organisations in Australasia, Canada, Europe, and the Middle East.In this episode, we delve into aviation security and uncover the most prominent threats and vulnerabilities in this industry.🎧 Tune in, fasten your seatbelts, and prepare for an electrifying journey into the cybersecurity of airplanes.  If you enjoyed the episode, don't forget to leave us a 5 star review and support us to grow 😊. Author & Host: Ejona PreciContact: podcast@ejonapreci.comWebpage: https://cyberstartalkspodcast.buzzsprout.com/Support the showBecome a Sponsor for Cyberstar Talk Podcast: partnership@ejonapreci.com

Glen Kieran is the Founder and Director of Quone Cyber, a cybersecurity marketplace based in London, UK.Glen started his early career in publishing at News International with national newspapers including The Sunday Times before moving onto commercial B2B publications. Following a decade of working within all areas of publishing, he led the launch of the company’s first contract publishing title, Viola, with a circulation in excess of £1M, as well as launching a number of successful magazines.Over the past 15 years, Glen has specialised in securing investment and buy-in for various new B2B initiatives including, the World Retail Congress, The Sunday Times HR Business Network, the Ditchley100, and more recently Quone Cyber.In this episode, Glen delves into the critical need for open and effective communication between CISOs and Business Executives, highlighting how it can lead to more effective security strategies.If you enjoyed the episode, don't forget to leave us a 5 star review and support us to grow 😊. Author & Host: Ejona PreciContact: podcast@ejonapreci.comWebpage: https://cyberstartalkspodcast.buzzsprout.com/Support the showBecome a Sponsor for Cyberstar Talk Podcast: partnership@ejonapreci.com

Nadja El Fertasi is the founder of “Thrive with EQ”, an initiative focusing on building human resilience through emotional intelligence. Drawing from her extensive experience of over 2 decades at NATO, Nadja has designed a three-step system that serves as an emotional safeguard for individuals and organizations. Nadja is a podcaster, consultant and a keynote speaker. She led the tabletop exercise on building emotional firewalls for the PMI Chapter of Ireland in Dublin, and actively engages with global initiatives like the World Savings Banking Institute.In this episode, Nadja shares inspiring stories, cultural insights, and invaluable advice on unlocking the power of Emotional Intelligence to foster cyber resilience. If you enjoyed the episode, don't forget to leave us a 5 star review and support us to grow 😊. Author & Host: Ejona PreciContact: podcast@ejonapreci.comWebpage: https://cyberstartalkspodcast.buzzsprout.com/Support the showBecome a Sponsor for Cyberstar Talk Podcast: partnership@ejonapreci.com

Matthew Rosenquist  is the Chief Information Security Officer for Eclipz. He served as a Cybersecurity Strategist for Intel Corporation and brings the advantage of over 30 years of experience in the fields of cybersecurity operations, risk management and strategy development. Matthew is a member of multiple advisory boards and consults on best-practices and emerging risks to academic, business, and government audiences across the globe.  In this episode, you'll gain valuable insights into:Harnessing Cybersecurity as a Competitive AdvantageUnraveling the recent Microsoft Master Key BreachCrafting Robust API SecurityCombatting Browser-in-the-Browser Attacksetc.If you enjoyed the episode, don't forget to leave us a 5 star review and support us to grow 😊. Author & Host: Ejona PreciContact: podcast@ejonapreci.comWebpage: https://cyberstartalkspodcast.buzzsprout.com/Support the showBecome a Sponsor for Cyberstar Talk Podcast: partnership@ejonapreci.com

Shinesa Cambric is an author, speaker, and award winning cybersecurity innovator with two patents pending and unique subject matter expertise on the intersection of governance, risk, and compliance with IT and application security.   Her experience includes designing identity management and governance solutions for cloud-based platforms, building insider threat programs, and consulting on security architecture. As a Principal Product Manager at Microsoft,  Shinesa is focused on designing solutions that combine AI and machine learning to help organizations identify, detect, and respond to emerging threats against digital identity and access. She currently serves as a task and content advisor for multiple cybersecurity certification bodies, including Cloud Security Alliance and CompTIA. Shinesa is the lead author of the best selling book "Cloud Auditing Best Practices" as well as a contributing author to several other technology books, blogs, and podcasts. Her work has been included in several global IT industry forums such as RSAC, SANS, ITSPMagazine Podcast, Secure Software Summit, and DevOps.com. As a strong advocate for diversity in cyber, Shinesa volunteers with several non-profit organizations including Cloud Girls, ISSA, fwd:cloudsec, and as the training lead for the Dallas chapter of Women’s Society of Cyberjutsu.In this episode, you'll gain valuable insights into:The unique security challenges that organizations face during the migration to cloud.Implementing effective strategies to safeguard data privacy and protection in the cloud.Exploring the prospects and obstacles of passwordless authentication as a security measure.Unraveling the opportunities and challenges arising from AI and ML advancements in cybersecurity.Assessing the impact of AI on countering zero-day attacks.etc.If you enjoyed the episode, don't forget to leave us a 5 star review and support us to grow 😊. Author & Host: Ejona PreciContact: podcast@ejonapreci.comWebpage: https://cyberstartalkspodcast.buzzsprout.com/Support the showBecome a Sponsor for Cyberstar Talk Podcast: partnership@ejonapreci.com

Gabrielle Botbol is a Penetration Tester at Desjardins, the largest financial cooperative in North America. With a deep focus on the banking industry, Gabrielle specializes in exploring mobile applications and APIs.Gabrielle is an avid blog writer who advocates for access to education for all. In addition, she has a large following on social media, where she shares many educational resources about technical training and many other cyber topics.She actively contributes to various organizations as a member of their Advisory Board. She is a speaker and trainer at global events and prestigious universities such as: Blackhat, APIsecure, Apidays, Bsides, Owasp, Toronto University etc.With her contributions to the community, Gabrielle has been the recipient of multiple prestigious awards. Among them, she was honored as one of the Top 20 women in cybersecurity in Canada, Pentest Ninja, Educator of the Year, Top Influencer in Cybersecurity by IFSEC Global, and Woman Hacker of the Year.In this episode, you'll gain valuable insights into:Navigating the male-dominated world of Ethical Hacking as a WomanKey phases of penetration testing and the most prominent tools in this fieldTypical aspects of human psychology that Hackers love to exploitPrivilege Escalation and Buffer Overflow attacksetc.If you enjoyed the episode, don't forget to leave us a 5 star review and support us to grow 😊. Author & Host: Ejona PreciContact: podcast@ejonapreci.com Webpage: https://cyberstartalkspodcast.buzzsprout.com/Support the showBecome a Sponsor for Cyberstar Talk Podcast: partnership@ejonapreci.com

Peter H. Gregory is Senior Director of Cyber GRC at GCI Communications, based in Alaska. He is a former strategic security advisor to CISOs, CSOs, CIOs, boardrooms, and other security, risk, and business executives. Peter has many years of experience in different sectors such as SaaS, retail, telecommunications, consulting, advertising, non-profit, legalised gaming, manufacturing, healthcare, and local government. Peter considers himself a servant leader: he leads and equips others to learn, succeed, grow, and shine.  He is the published author of over 50 books on information security, privacy, and emerging technology, with editions in four languages. Peter has interviews and articles in numerous magazines and newspapers. He is a conference and event speaker,  mentor, and adjunct faculty emeritus. He is a member of CyberEdBoard and the Forbes Technology Council, and a founding member of the Pacific CISO Forum.In this episode, you will get some insights on:The art and challenges of writing a technical bookThe rise of ChatGPT-authored and co-authored booksThe importance of information security certifications for career growthetc.If you enjoyed the episode, don't forget to leave us a 5 star review and support us to grow 😊.Author & Host: Ejona PreciContact: podcast@ejonapreci.comWebpage: https://cyberstartalkspodcast.buzzsprout.com/Support the showBecome a Sponsor for Cyberstar Talk Podcast: partnership@ejonapreci.com

Curtis Simms is a cybersecurity expert with more than three decades of experience. He has worked for top-ranked healthcare organizations in the US, providing strategic and tactical direction for both publicly traded and private organizations. Curtis has managed multi-million dollar security budgets, led mergers and acquisitions, and developed cybersecurity practitioners. Currently, he holds the role of Vice President and Head of Information Security for Bright Health Group based in Minnesota. Curtis has been serving as an ISACA Topic Leader for over the past two years and holds several security certifications including CISSP, CISM, CISA, Security+ etc.  He is also a graduate from the FBI Citizens Academy. Curtis is a Proud U.S. Air Force Veteran who has served in two branches of the military, the Missouri Army and Air National Guard. He has been awarded the National Defense Service Medal for Operation Desert Storm, in the Persian Gulf War. In this episode, you will get some insights on:Developing an Effective Vulnerability Management Plan: Tips and Strategies.Protecting Yourself from Security Risks of Bluetooth Technology: Best Practices and Recommendations.Measuring and Monitoring Cyber Exposure: Tools and Techniques for Effective Risk Management.Implications of the GoatRAT: A New E-Banking Trojan and its Impact.etc.If you enjoyed the episode, don't forget to leave us a 5 star review and support us to grow 😊.Author & Host: Ejona PreciContact: podcast@ejonapreci.comWebpage: https://cyberstartalkspodcast.buzzsprout.com/Support the showBecome a Sponsor for Cyberstar Talk Podcast: partnership@ejonapreci.com

Deidre Diamond is the founder and CEO of CyberSN, the largest cybersecurity talent acquisition technology and services firm in the U.S., transforming job searching and hiring for the cybersecurity industry. Standardizing all cybersecurity job functions into a common taxonomy of 45 roles, the CyberSN platform allows professionals to make anonymous, public profiles that match with employer-posted job descriptions using the same taxonomy. This innovation is disruptive and solves a serious national security issue.Deidre’s leadership style combines 25 years of experience working in technology and staffing, her love of the cybersecurity community, and a genuine enthusiasm for people. She has led large-scale sales and operations and built high-performance teams at Rapid7 and Motion Recruitment prior to founding her own organizations. Deidre has also founded SecureDiversity.org, a non-profit organization working to raise awareness for, and increase the hiring of, women and underrepresented humans in the cybersecurity workforce. She has also spoken at some of the biggest tech summits, conferences, and podcasts in the world including ISC2 Congress, RSA, ISSA International, and Hacker Halted.In this episode, you will get some insights on:The most prominent skills candidates need to demonstrate to enter the Cybersecurity fieldHow to improve Staff Retention Rate in CybersecurityHow to effectively manage the  Insider Threats How should we standardize the use of AI-based tools, such as ChatGPTThe most important Performance Indicators to consider when investing in  security tools.How the role of the CISO has evolved over the yearsetc.If you enjoyed the episode, don't forget to leave us a 5 star review and support us to grow 😊.Author & Host: Ejona PreciContact: podcast@ejonapreci.comWebpage: https://cyberstartalkspodcast.buzzsprout.com/Support the showBecome a Sponsor for Cyberstar Talk Podcast: partnership@ejonapreci.com

Carmen Marsh is a well-known technology leader, cybersecurity entrepreneur, and educator. She has worked with various well known companies such as Sony Incorporated, Stanford Research International, Meridian Systems etc. In 2019, she launched a successful, tuition-free fast-track upskilling program called  "100 Women in 100 Days Cybersecurity Career Accelerator" with funding from Craig Newmark Philanthropy. Carmen has also created an international spotlight for highlighting the female cybersecurity role models with the first-ever Cybersecurity Woman of the Year Awards GALA in Las Vegas in 2019, at the Black Hat conference. Carmen is the Founder and President of the United Cybersecurity Alliance, carrying out a very important mission and vision to unite the global cybersecurity community as well as provide a platform for women to learn cybersecurity, enhance their skills, and gain hands-on experience for a successful entry and retention within the field. She has also founded other global initiatives including the Ally of the Year Awards, Global CISO Townhalls, Sacramento Valley Cyber Salons, and DEI Include Cybersecurity Forum. Carmen has been recognized internationally for her outstanding entrepreneurial work making an impact on the cybersecurity workforce.In this episode, you will get some insights on:Current initiatives that aim to help women land cybersecurity jobs;Tips for crafting an impactful CV when applying for cybersecurity positions;Key components of a successful job interview;The importance of regulating Artificial Intelligence (AI) by law;etc.If you enjoyed the episode, don't forget to leave us a 5 star review and support us to grow 😊.Author & Host: Ejona PreciContact: podcast@ejonapreci.comWebpage: https://cyberstartalkspodcast.buzzsprout.com/Support the showBecome a Sponsor for Cyberstar Talk Podcast: partnership@ejonapreci.com

Ana Ferreira is an Information Security expert, professor, and researcher at CINTESIS, Faculty of Medicine at University of Porto in Portugal. She did post-doc studies in Social-Technical Security at the University of Luxembourg; a PhD in Computer Science at the Universities of Porto and Kent, UK; and an MSc in Information Security at Royal Holloway, University of London. She is the author of more than 110 scientific publications, with about 900 citations, in the areas of Cybersecurity in Digital Healthcare and Medical Informatics. She frequently participates as a Cybersecurity Expert Evaluator for the European Commission, in these areas. Ana is in the Top 100 most influential women in Cybersecurity in Europe, was selected as the Top 20 Most Inspiring Women in Cyber and also won the Cybersecurity Woman of the Year Awards 2022, in the category “Barrier Breaker”. Ana is the Co-Founder of Women4Cyber Portugal, where she leads the team for Research and Innovation and the Co-Founder and Vice-President of the Portugal (ISC)2 Chapter.  She holds the CISSP and the HCISPP international certifications. In this episode, you will get some insights on:The most prominent challenges women face in cybersecurity area;The initiatives taken nowadays to help women land in cybersecurity;The impact of digital transformation in cybersecurity;etc.If you enjoyed the episode, don't forget to leave us a 5 star review and support us to grow 😊.Author & Host: Ejona PreciContact: podcast@ejonapreci.comWebpage: https://cyberstartalkspodcast.buzzsprout.com/Support the showBecome a Sponsor for Cyberstar Talk Podcast: partnership@ejonapreci.com

Mohamed Abdul Rahim is a senior executive with more than 25 years of experience envisioning and executing robust strategies focused on digital transformation, business architecture, enterprise risk management and national security. He is recognised for successfully implementing several mission-critical systems, including Law Enforcement Task Force Management System, Management of National School Transportation Security and Safety, National Unified Geospatial Database and National Emergency and Crisis Management Systems. Mohamed is the Managing Director at Octopian Security and he serves as co-chair for FAIR institute chapter in Jordan.Adham Etoom is a cybersecurity expert, board member and advisor, with more than 12 years of experience distributed between IT, cybersecurity and cyber risk management.  He holds several international recognised certifications such as: PMP, GCIH, CRISC, CISM, FAIR, CGEIT etc.  Adham currently serves at the National Cybersecurity Center of Jordan as Policy Director and co-chair for FAIR institute chapter in Jordan. In this episode, you will get some insights on:How does cybersecurity scope differ from public and private sector;What is FAIR Methodology and how can we implement it effectively;The importance of communication in Risk Management;etc.If you enjoyed the episode, don't forget to leave us a 5 star review and support us to grow 😊.Author & Host: Ejona PreciContact: podcast@ejonapreci.comWebpage: https://cyberstartalkspodcast.buzzsprout.com/Support the showBecome a Sponsor for Cyberstar Talk Podcast: partnership@ejonapreci.com

Wolfgang Ley is a German Information Security Expert with 30 years of experience. He is one of the founders of the first Computer Incident Response Team (CIRT) in Germany and currently leading the Information Security department at FREE NOW -(Mercedes and BMW joint venture). In this episode, you will get some insights on:What are the most prominent security challenges in the mobility sector;Is the eSIM technology improving or diminishing our security;How important is the Multi Factor Authentication (MFA);etc.If you enjoyed the episode, don't forget to leave us a 5 star review and support us to grow 😊.Author & Host: Ejona PreciContact: podcast@ejonapreci.comWebpage: https://cyberstartalkspodcast.buzzsprout.com/Support the showBecome a Sponsor for Cyberstar Talk Podcast: partnership@ejonapreci.com

Cybersecurity Workforce Gap currently stands at 3 million professionals globally, but women make up only 25% of the industry. Such a staggering imbalance need to be addressed as soon as possible, as the world is reeling under rapid digital transformation pressure and emerging threats. How can we manage that? 👉 Check out this episode for more information.If you enjoyed the episode, don't forget to leave us a 5 star review and support us to grow 😊.Author & Host: Ejona PreciContact: podcast@ejonapreci.comWebpage: https://cyberstartalkspodcast.buzzsprout.com/Support the showBecome a Sponsor for Cyberstar Talk Podcast: partnership@ejonapreci.com

Ejona Preci is a passionate cyber security expert with over 12 years or experience. She currently works as Security Risk Manager at FREE NOW (Mercedes-Benz Group and BMW joint venture). Ejona is an advocate for gender equality in cyber security and has been featured as influencer in cyber security in online magazines and social networks.Ejona holds a Master of Science and various security certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CRISC, ITIL v4 etc. She contributes at ISACA as Topic Leader and as Subject Matter Expert in reviewing and writing exam preparation materials. She is a keynote speaker and actively writing articles and industry news on cybersecurity topics.Music info: Technology Background by Kyrylo ZaplotynskyiContact Ejona on LinkedIn.Support the showBecome a Sponsor for Cyberstar Talk Podcast: partnership@ejonapreci.com