Josh Mason and Wade Wells bring us an exciting episode of Simply Defensive, featuring special guest Eddie Miro. Eddie shares his journey in cybersecurity, offering insights into his experiences at DEFCON, the creation of Octopus Game, and his mission to make cybersecurity more inclusive.Join us as we delve into the benefits of Capture the Flag (CTF) competitions and how they can help new entrants feel comfortable and connected in the cybersecurity community. Learn about the importance of diversity in cybersecurity, tips for getting started with CTFs, different types of CTFs, and how networking can make a significant impact on your career.Don't miss out on this engaging conversation packed with practical advice and inspiration for both beginners and seasoned cybersecurity professionals.Episode Links: https://www.linkedin.com/in/theedmiroshow/https://nationalcyberleague.org/https://cyberskyline.com/https://linktr.ee/octopusgame00:00 Welcome and Introductions00:32 Reconnecting with Old Friends01:27 Octopus Game at DEFCON02:58 The Importance of Diversity in Cybersecurity06:48 Challenges of Blue Team CTFs10:10 National Cyber League and CTF Benefits15:16 Networking and Job Hunting in Cybersecurity18:05 Reflecting on Career Transitions18:29 Jimmy's Journey and Networking20:03 The Value of CTFs21:29 Getting Started with CTFs25:28 Different Styles of CTFs28:21 The Role of Programming in Cybersecurity30:49 Using AI in Cybersecurity32:55 Final Thoughts and Advice=========================Connect with your hosts:Josh Mason: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshuacmasonWade Wells: https://www.linkedin.com/in/wadingthrulogs=========================Sponsored by ThreatLocker @ThreatLockerAllow what you need, block everything else... Including ransomware. Zero trust Endpoint Protection Platform from ThreatLocker. Learn more at https://simplycyber.io/threatlocker=========================Simply Cyber empowers people who want a rewarding cybersecurity career 💪=========================All the ways to connect with Simply Cyberhttps://SimplyCyber.io/Socials=========================This podcast is presented by Simply Cyber Media Group

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