Working in ransomware response, investigation and recovery | John Price

28/07/2025 35 min
Working in ransomware response, investigation and recovery | John Price

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Get your FREE Cybersecurity Salary Guide: https://www.infosecinstitute.com/form/cybersecurity-salary-guide-podcast/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=podcastJohn Price of SubRosa joins today's Cyber Work Podcast to share insights from his unique career path spanning UK military counterintelligence, banking cybersecurity and founding his own digital forensics consultancy. John breaks down what really happens when ransomware hits small and medium businesses, why most companies choose recovery over legal action, and how his team helps organizations get back on their feet quickly. He also discusses the growing threats facing industries like automotive dealerships, the critical role of documentation in forensics work, and why AI will reshape both offensive and defensive cybersecurity strategies.0:00 - Intro1:00 - Cybersecurity Salary Guide2:34 - Meet John Price2:51 - Early career in military counterintelligence5:13 - Career journey from military to banking to SubRosa8:34 - Role as founder and head of SubRosa10:51 - Digital forensics and breach response operations13:13 - Typical ransomware response process17:57 - Building and managing a forensics team19:50 - Unusual cases and industry-specific threats24:29 - Importance of writing and documentation in forensics27:36 - Breaking into digital forensics without experience30:46 - Future of email security and AI's impact33:47 - About SubRosa and AI security focusView Cyber Work Podcast transcripts and additional episodes: https://www.infosecinstitute.com/podcast/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=podcastAbout InfosecInfosec's mission is to put people at the center of cybersecurity. We help IT and security professionals advance their careers with skills development and certifications while empowering all employees with security awareness and phishing training to stay cyber-safe at work and home. More than 70% of the Fortune 500 have relied on Infosec to develop their security talent, and more than 5 million learners worldwide are more cyber-resilient from Infosec IQ's security awareness training. Learn more at infosecinstitute.com.

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