Join us for an exciting episode with Joseph Cadden, aka Casually Joseph, a passionate cybersecurity expert and Palo Alto MDR security analyst.Joseph shares his fascinating journey from building gaming computers in high school to pursuing a master's degree and working in managed detection and response. We explore the importance of certifications, effective phishing prevention strategies, and the evolving impact of AI in security operations.As a long-time member of the Simply Cyber Community, Joseph offers valuable insights for newcomers to the field while discussing how he balances work, studies, and his YouTube channel 'Learn to Defend Cyber.' Discover Joseph's perspectives on current security challenges, his educational path, personal interests, and future aspirations in cybersecurity.Links:- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/josephc-aka-casuallyjoseph/- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@learn2defendcyber- Discord Handle: @CasuallyJoseph- His own Meme: https://tenor.com/view/simply-cyber-casually-joseph-barricade-cyber-gif-2600407153368457556Resources Mentioned in Interview:- Luma Stealer / ClickFix - https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/security/blog/2025/05/21/lumma-stealer-breaking-down-the-delivery-techniques-and-capabilities-of-a-prolific-infostealer/- Gemini - http://gemini.google.com/- Antisyphon Training - https://www.antisyphontraining.com- Daily Cyber Threat Brief - Simply Cyber - https://www.youtube.com/@SimplyCyber- Monday News - https://www.youtube.com/@BlackHillsInformationSecurity/streamsCertifications:- CompTIA Security+, Cybersecurity Analyst (CySA+), Network+ - https://www.comptia.org/- ISC2 Certified in Cybersecurity (CC) - https://www.isc2.org/- EC-Council Certified Cybersecurity Technician (CCT) - https://www.eccouncil.org/- GIAC (SANS Institute) GIAC Foundational Cybersecurity Technologies (GFACT) - https://www.giac.org/- Cisco - Cisco Certified CyberOps Associate - https://www.cisco.com/Chapters:00:00 Prepare to Podcast01:38 Meet Casually Joseph: A Cybersecurity Journey02:25 From Building Computers to Cybersecurity06:46 Pursuing Higher Education in Cybersecurity11:37 The Role of an MDR Security Analyst13:43 The Impact of AI in Cybersecurity17:33 Certifications and Career Growth23:31 Advice for Aspiring Cybersecurity Professionals24:29 Choosing the Right Certification Path24:52 Training Resources and Certifications25:52 YouTube Channel and Phishing Prevention26:35 Proactive Steps for Email Security27:45 Improving Blue Team Operations30:06 Personal Perspectives and Resources32:09 Rapid Fire37:42 Future Threats and Cybersecurity Myths39:24 Final Thoughts and Legacy==========================================================Connect with your host: James R. McQuiggan:LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/jmcquigganYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@jamesmcquiggancisspWebsite: https://jamesmcquiggan.comTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jamesmcquiggan.cisspEmail: [email protected]==========================================================Simply Cyber empowers people who want a rewarding cybersecurity career 💪==========================================================Video Editing / Sound Engineering: Matthew Bliss, MB Podcasts - https://www.mbpod.comYouTube Title Graphic: London CompanyVideo Podcast graphics: Katie McQuiggan (www.katiemcquiggan.com)Music Provided by: AppleHillStudios at Envato Elements=========================Presented by Simply Cyber Media Group=========================All the ways to connect with @SimplyCyberhttps://SimplyCyber.io/Socials

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