Simply Secured
Simply Secured
Podcast Description
James McQuiggan brings inspiring stories of cybersecurity practitioners "break-into-industry" stories across all dimensions of cybersecurity.
Podcast Insights
Content Themes
The podcast focuses on a variety of topics related to cybersecurity career paths, including personal stories of transitioning into the field, tackling certifications, and exploring niche areas like open source intelligence (OSINT). For instance, in episodes such as Elevating Your Cybersecurity Career with Dennis Keefe, listeners hear firsthand narratives about the impact of law enforcement experience on cybersecurity practices and the challenges faced when entering the industry.
James McQuiggan brings inspiring stories of cybersecurity practitioners “break-into-industry” stories across all dimensions of cybersecurity.
This week we chat with Brent Buch, also known as Code Brew, to explore his fascinating transition from working in the food and beverage industry to becoming a junior database administrator and aspiring cybersecurity professional.
Brent discusses the challenges he faced breaking into the cybersecurity field, the value of transferable skills from bartending, and the importance of maintaining a work-life balance. He also shares insights on certification, industry resources, and tips for managing burnout. Tune in to hear his compelling journey and advice for anyone looking to make a similar career leap.
Chapters:
00:00 Discovering Cybersecurity: A YouTube Inspiration
00:48 Introduction to Simply Secured Podcast
01:30 Meet Brent Booth: From Bartender to Cybersecurity Professional
03:17 Brent’s Journey into Cybersecurity
05:20 Challenges and Skills in Cybersecurity
12:15 Balancing Work and Family Life
21:43 Rapid Fire Questions and Fun Facts
27:50 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
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Connect with your host: James R. McQuiggan:
LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/jmcquiggan
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@jamesmcquiggancissp
Website: https://jamesmcquiggan.com
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jamesmcquiggan.cissp
Email: [email protected]
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Simply Cyber empowers people who want a rewarding cybersecurity career 💪
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Video Editing / Sound Engineering: Matthew Bliss, MB Podcasts – https://www.mbpod.com
YouTube Title Graphic: London Company
Video Podcast graphics: Katie McQuiggan (www.katiemcquiggan.com)
Music Provided by: AppleHillStudios at Envato Elements
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Presented by Simply Cyber Media Group
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