Balancing Education and Real-World Cybersecurity with a SOC Analyst Student

03/11/2025 31 min Temporada 5
Balancing Education and Real-World Cybersecurity with a SOC Analyst Student

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In this episode of Simply Defensive, host Josh Mason and co-host discuss their experiences and challenges in cybersecurity, along with guest Victoria, a student and SOC analyst at UNLV.The conversation covers the complexities of building a Security Operations Center (SOC) and compares academic learning with real-world applications. Victoria shares insights from her studies and practical work, including developing a SOC program at UNLV and addressing common cybersecurity misconceptions.The episode highlights the importance of communication, real-world projects, continuous learning, and the balance between technical and business aspects of cybersecurity.00:00 Introduction and Host Banter00:20 Guest Introduction: Victoria01:03 Building a SOC: Challenges and Experiences01:29 Education vs. Real-World Experience02:29 SOC Class and Practical Training03:49 Group Projects and Communication07:14 Real-Life Incident Stories10:33 Getting into Cybersecurity: Victoria's Journey12:54 Business Side of Cybersecurity16:17 The Cost of MFA and Free Alternatives16:31 Lock Picking and Security Value17:30 Teaching Cybersecurity Concepts18:44 Consulting Experience for Students19:15 Client Feedback and Confidential Reports19:52 Challenges in Cybersecurity Projects20:27 Transitioning into the SOC22:34 Federal and State Regulations26:16 Advice for Blue Teamers28:06 Conclusion and FarewellDon't forget to like, subscribe, and hit the bell icon for more blue team content!🔗 Follow the hosts:Josh Mason: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshuacmason/Wade Wells: https://www.linkedin.com/in/wadingthrulogs/💡 Brought to you by ThreatLocker – Secure your business with zero trust application control. https://www.threatlocker.com/simplydefensive🎙️ More Simply Defensive- Full playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL4Q-ttyNIRAr6DVrsASx1-Fv-TsooJ3M4- Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/72QTocT5FSTSPV7o1UcMS4- Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/il/podcast/simply-defensive/id1773806182👍 If you enjoyed this episode, don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share with your fellow defenders. Every week, Josh Mason and Wade Wells bring you practical, no-fluff conversations with cybersecurity leaders.=========================Sponsored by @ThreatLocker - Free 30-day trial visit:https://www.threatlocker.com/simplydefensive=========================All the ways to connect with Simply Cyber  https://SimplyCyber.io/Socials=========================This podcast is presented by Simply Cyber Media Group

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