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BowTieSecurityGuy After Dark

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A 30min+ look into the dark corners of Cyber Security. This Podcast is a unfiltered, uncensored, unedited and most of all unscripted raw look at the job of Cyber Security. We hope you enjoy, if people end up liking these maybe I’ll do more. This is a podcast for those really wanting to know what it’s like to work in Cyber and what it takes. I’ll be talking with new and old professionals across the field we will share stories and the reality of this business. I am not sure the cadence yet or anything else as with all my stuff it’s just gonna be what it is. Thanks for listening and please comment and share and subscribe!

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Episodes

  1. BowTieSecurityGuy After Dark Episode 47 (With Special Guest Jere Amos)

    My guest this time is Jere Amos GRC wizard and Metal head, Jere spent his childhood playing with technology and loves to build and work on computers. Early on he worked with his dad’s computer business and later landed a gig as a retail computer repair guy at Fries. But found he needed more, he...

  2. BowTieSecurityGuy After Dark Episode 46 (With Special Guest Chip Harris)

    My guest this time is Chip Harris writer of “System Failure” and “When the Wires Start Screaming” -Ranked Twice on Amazon Bestseller List! Not only is he an accomplished writer. He also did 14 years in the DOD, is a OT/IT security specialist and ethical hacker. We talk about some wild things like...

  3. BowTieSecurityGuy After Dark Episode 45 (With Special Guest Shurti Kapoor)

    My guest this time is Shruti Kapoor she is new to security but is hitting it harder than most people. Its only been a few years and she has already landed several internships and many time was going to school full time, while she was interning and working for multiple companies. We talk about her...

  4. BowTieSecurityGuy After Dark Episode 44 (With Special Guest Patrick Gorman InfoSec Pat)

    My guest this time is Patrick Gorman, commonly known in the Cyber world as the one and only InfoSec Pat. Pat shares about his childhood growing up in NY and his move to Florida with his uncle that changes his entire path. We talk about how his brand was created and of course as always we drop…

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  5. BowTieSecurityGuy After Dark Episode 43 (With Special Guest Christina Barker)

    My guest this time is Christina Barker, she started her career in Ocean logistics, spun that into a career in technology and finally to a role in Incident response. Her journey is an awesome one and the lessons she drops about mental health, the sacrifice and the reality of a career in Incident...

  6. BowTieSecurityGuy After Dark Episode 42 (With Special Guest Adrian Sanabria)

    My guest this time is Adrian Sanabria A technologist who has done most jobs in Security. Adrian and I talk about his early years of tinkering and surfing the web. His obsession with new knowlege and how taking on too much can quickly lead to burn out. We also talk about his awesome work with his...

  7. BowTieSecurityGuy After Dark Episode 41 (With Special Guest Wil Klusovsky)

    My guest this time is Wil Klusovsky A cyber risk expert and former Marine Coms man who has amassed a huge following on LinkedIn. He’s a public speaker and host of the podcast keyboard samurai. But before Will started down this path was a kid who dreamed of building games and traveling to space.…

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  8. BowTieSecurityGuy After Dark Episode 40 (With Special Guest Frank Kane)

    My guest this time is the awesome Frank Kane, Frank literally made a career out of digital clouds (Like actually clouds not servers) and training. He founded https://www.sundog-education.com/ and is a world leader in everything AI, Machine learning and data engineering and more. In this chat we...

  9. BowTieSecurityGuy After Dark Episode 39 (With Special Guest Joshua Copeland)

    My guest this time is Joshua Copeland, the best selling author of UNPOPULAR OPINION: Burning Down the Bullsh*t to Rebuild Cybersecurity. He’s a mentor, a public speaker and all round awesome guy. We talk about the pluses and minuses of AI, Job market and how to stand out. And we discuss how we…

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  10. BowTieSecurityGuy After Dark Episode 38 (With Special Guest (Jessica Weiland)

    My guest this time is Jessica Weiland, Cyber sales Ninja and all around awesome lady! Jessica shares her story of burnout, substance abuse struggles due to self medicating he own social anxiety. We talk a lot about ADHD and Autism and the struggles of living with these illnesses. We talk about…

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  11. BowTieSecurityGuy After Dark Episode 37 (With Special Guest Jayson E. Street)

    My guest this time is Jayson E. Street, world known hacker and social engineer. Jason and I talk about our troubled past, about the mistakes we made. Then we just nerd out talking about our Autism and how we use it as a super power in Social Engineering. He discusses how in his 20’s he decided to...

  12. BowTieSecurityGuy After Dark Episode 36 (With Special Guest Gerry Auger)

    My guest this time is Dr. Gerald Auger, the host of the security podcast and live stream Simply Cyber. But before Gerry was a Security Influencer he was just a kid with a dream. We talk about his rocky road into security, the reality check when he got out of collage and was forced to take a job…

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  13. BowTieSecurityGuy After Dark Episode 35 (With Special Guest Brad Voris)

    My guest this time is Brad Voris, Brad shares his experience in leadership and talks about what hiring managers look for when hiring. We also talk the cyber job market and what the job is really like. He talks about his early days a tinker turned cyber guy who fell into this career field by…

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  14. BowTieSecurityGuy After Dark Episode 34 (With Special Guest Mike Wilkes)

    My guest this time is Mike Wilkes, Mike and I talk about his career in cyber, how he got into technology and the future of AI in education and of course we discuss the job market and tips for new people! Thanks for listening and please comment and share and subscribe! #BowTieSecurityGuy…

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  15. BowTieSecurityGuy After Dark Episode 33 (With Special Guest Maria Vermazas)

    My guest this time is Maria Varmazis, Maria shares her story of computer science major turned journalist and how this lead to a career in Cyber podcasting. Maria turned her passion for technology and all things tech into a career working at some awesome startups and later on becoming a podcaster...

  16. BowTieSecurityGuy After Dark Episode 32 (With Special Guest Rich Greene)

    My guest this time is Rich Greene, Rich shares his story from his troubled youth to joining the Military as a signals man. To building his own course and becoming a Sans instructor. We also talk about our early days as script kitties on AOL and as always give advice for young people looking to...

  17. BowTieSecurityGuy After Dark Episode 31 (With Special Guest Douglas Frankston)

    My guest this time is Doug Frankston, Doug shares his journey into technology. He talks about his time in the cell phone industry and how he fell for a degree he did not need and pivoted it into a dream gig working at Disneys. Doug's story will resonate with everyone; it's a story about…

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  18. BowTieSecurityGuy After Dark Episode 30 (With Special Guest Rosa Rowles)

    My guest this time is Rosa Rowles, Rosa started her career in the hospitality industry then pivoted into a job in Social Engineering. For those of you curious what the job is like this is a great one to listen to. We talk about the mental struggle of playing a character and exploiting human...

  19. BowTieSecurityGuy After Dark Episode 29 (With Special Guest Andrew Crotty The Ginger Hacker)

    My guest this time is the Ginger Hacker Andrew Crotty, Andrew shares his story of going from a cop to Cyber Security professional. He talks about his time in the military and how he transitioned into Cyber. We talk about the power of networking and asking a ton of questions when you are the new...

  20. BowTieSecurityGuy After Dark Episode 28 (With Special Guest Scotty Ward)

    My guest this time is Pastor Scotty Ward, Cyber Wizard and one of the people who helped shape the internet in the early 90s. Co-author of The World According to Twitter" with David Pogue and overall awesome Cyber Mentor and advocate. In this chat we talk about his career in cyber, from his days…

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  21. BowTieSecurityGuy After Dark Episode 27 (With Special Guest Michael Fierros)

    My guest this time is Michael Fierros GRC Ninja! Michael started his career in radio and later moved into law enforcement then did a pivot into technology that eventually ended in a the stop he is now in GRC. In this episode we talk about what inspired him too go into Cyber, how hard was his…

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  22. BowTieSecurityGuy After Dark Episode 26 (With Special Guest Peter Bagley)

    My guest this time is Peter Bagley. Peter is a Military Vet turned cyber evangelist who has spent his entire career educating and growing our future Cyber talent. In this episode we talk real about his career, the sacrifice and all he has had to do to stay engaged and involved in the security...

  23. BowTieSecurityGuy After Dark Episode 25 (With Special Guest Robert Potter)

    My guest this time is Robert Potter (The Security Wizard). Robert did the impossible he made the pivot into security before he even graduated. Something I have only seen maybe 2 people do. Robert shares his story of making the pivot from Electrician at Disney to his first gig in Cyber. He shares...

  24. BowTieSecurityGuy After Dark Episode 24 (With Special Guest Raf Tomaszewski)

    My guest this time is Raf Tomaszewski who started his IT career at a Helpdesk 4 years ago and now works as a SOC analyst for the awesome https://www.th4ts3cur1ty.company/. Raf shares his journey from Service Desk to the SOC and what the job is really like. He talks about the importance of getting...

  25. BowTieSecurityGuy After Dark Episode 23 (With Special Guest CyberSecSloth)

    My guest this time is Andrew Trainum. Also know as the CyberSecSloth! In this episode we talk about his journey from working at a radio station to installing freeBSD on cell networks to becoming a full-time Social Engineer and Pentester. We talk about the job and the job Market and what people…

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  26. BowTieSecurityGuy After Dark Episode 22 (With Special Guest Derek Alexander)

    My guest this time is Derek Alexander. Also know as the bald data guy! In this episode we talk about his journey from a computer salesman to animator who designed models for Nasa and how he took a chance and pivoted into Project Management work and later became a Data governance Wizard. Derek...

  27. BowTieSecurityGuy After Dark Episode 21 (With Special Guest Chad Butler)

    My guest this time is Chad Butler. We talk abou t his journey in technology and his early pivot into leadership and what his advice is for new people seeking leadership roles. The sacrifices you need to make in this career. And we discuss tips for new people as always! We talk about his awesome...

  28. BowTieSecurityGuy After Dark Episode 20 (With Special Guest Cynthia Dumuk

    My guest this time is Cynthia Dumuk. We talk about her career journey from joining the Military in 1999, as part of the 286th Signal company support coms across many locations all over the world. To building real world simulation games for Government and local law enforcement then somehow ending…

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  29. BowTieSecurityGuy After Dark Episode 19 (With Special Guest Sandor Slijderink)

    My guest this time is Sandor Slijderink. We talk about his career, how being a curious kid playing on bulletin boards lead to a career in Information Technology. We discuss some tips for those people unemployed, and also talk AI and what new people can do to stand out! Sandor became a battle…

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  30. BowTieSecurityGuy After Dark Episode 18 (With Special Guest Jeff Liford)

    My guest this time is Jeff Liford, Jeff handles incident response for Fenix24. We talk about his career how he was pulled into this world and how he would not have it any other way. We also discuss the dangers of this career path we both love, the risk of burnout and ignoring your health for the...

  31. BowTieSecurityGuy After Dark Episode 17 (With Special Guest Edna Jonsson

    My guest this time is Edna Jonsson Security Engineer and BSides Orlando and Social Engineering Adventure Village helper/wizard . In this episode we talk about the job market, tips for new people and what it's like working in Cyber when you are Neurospicy. We talk about thier journey from Realtor…

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  32. BowTieSecurityGuy After Dark Episode 16 (With special guest Kasper Zielinski)

    My guest this time is Kasper Zielinski Account Executive at Secfense. In this episode we talk about the job market, tips for new people the power of being able to pivot careers on a dime, soft skills your best secret weapon and the importance of always being prepared in this modern job market....

  33. BowTieSecurityGuy After Dark Episode 15 (With special guest Joe Tegg)

    My guest this time is previous Disney buddy and security leader Joe Tegg. In this episode we talk about the job market, tips for new people and AI and overall talk shop about the days of old “hacking” on AOL :P Thanks for listening!

  34. BowTieSecurityGuy After Dark Episode 14 (With special guest Monica Royal)

    My guest this time is the CEO Nerd Nourishment and Data Wizard Monica Royal. She shares her journey into IT/Cyber security auditing, what it's like. We also talk about tips for new people and what are the best steps to take to become an IT auditor. This was a great talk, and another great option...

  35. BowTieSecurityGuy After Dark Episode 13 (With special guest Stephen Epting)

    My guest this time is Stephen Epthing, in this episode Stephen shares his journey from Police detective to Cyber security forensics examiner. Stephen shares his story, tips for new people, Mentoring and what he did to make the career transition and more. This was a great chat that really breaks...

  36. BowTieSecurityGuy After Dark Episode 12 (With special guest Andy Olpin)

    My guest this time is Andy Olpin, Andy shares his story about how he got his job at Disney, we talk Mobile Security and other attacks, nerd out about the old days at the help desk and the importance of troubleshooting and soft skills for those new to the field. This is a great one for old school...

  37. BowTieSecurityGuy After Dark Episode 11 (Jay Jones the Profiler)

    In this episode of BowTieSecurityGuy After Dark. I talk to Jay Jones known as The Profiler on Linkedin. Jay shared his story of how he became a Cyber researcher exposing scammers on Linkedin. His story is a sobering one and one anyone struggling to find work or get into Cyber should listen to.…

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  38. BowTieSecurityGuy After Dark Episode 10 (Cassie Ramirez)

    In this episode of BowTieSecurityGuy after dark I speak with Cassie Ramirez. We talk about her journey interning at Disney, her struggle to find a security career when her internship ended. The company she landed at and the role of a SOC analyst. We also talk about what it takes to survive in…

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  39. BowTieSecurityGuy After Dark Episode 9 (With Special Guest Walter Speelman)

    In this episode of BowTieSecurityGuy After Dark I speak with Walter Speelman local IC² chapter vice president and Cyber data wizard. Walter and I talk about his Career in Cyber, how he got into the job. The power of curiosity and trouble shooting. The job market, good leaders and the fact they…

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  40. BowTieSecurityGuy After Dark Episode 8 (With Special Guest Michaela Ricketts)

    In this episode of BowTieSecurityGuy after dark I speak to Michaela Rikkets a recruiter at HackerOne. We talk about the job market, AI resumes, how she got into recruiting and what recruiters are looking for. We also discuss the myth around ATS, how to stand out with your resume and why messaging…

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  41. BowTieSecurityGuy After Dark Episode 7 (With Special guest Ron Vanasdale)

    In this episode I was joined by Technical Specialist Ron Vanasdale. Ron is brand new to Cyber after spending years in IT and and as an electrician he finally made his pivot this year after graduating with his degree in Cyber. Ron shares his story of being a young curious kid in the 90s and how…

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  42. BowTieSecurityGuy After Dark Episode 6 (With Special guest Dominic Alegrete)

    In this episode of BowTieSecurityGuy After Dark I was joined by Security Analyst and Cyber security social media influencer Dominic Alegrete. Dom is new to Cyber Security but a lot of new people could really learn a lot from his journey. We talk about the barrier to enter Cyber, the emotional and...

  43. BowTieSecurityGuy After Dark Episode 5 (With Special guest Eve Vanderpool)

    In this episode of BowTieSecurityGuy After Dark. I talk to Eve Vanderpool Director of client relations at KForce. Eve shares with us what her clients look for in a candidate, ways to stand out in this job market, how to make your linkedIn first impression ready and much much more. If you are...

  44. BowTieSecurityGuy After Dark Episode 4 (With Special guest Erich Orwig)

    In this spooky edition episode of BowTieSecurityGuy After Dark. I Talk Erich Orwig, he shares his story about how he got into Cyber Security. And talks about his career transition from working with corpses and pharmaceuticals to becoming a Cyber security professional. He shares his thoughts on...

  45. BowTieSecurityGuy After Dark Episode 3 (With Special guest Carla Garcia)

    In this episode we talk to one my Mentees who broke into security with no degree from a background of physical education. She talks about her journey, how she did it, Job scams to watch out for and how it's going with her first Cyber job and what she learned along the way!

  46. BowTieSecurityGuy After Dark Episode 2 (With Special guest Sharon Martin)

    In this chat we talk a little about MSPs and Sharon's journey creating her own company Managednerds.tech and we also discuss her previous roles, how she got into Cyber, the struggles she faced as a woman in tech and her recommendations for others looking to get into the field.

  47. BowTieSecurityGuy After Dark Episode 1 (With Special guest Mark "Keewenaw" Rudnitsky)

    Mark Rudnitsky joins us today, and shares his journey in Cyber Security. He talks about the struggles of the job snd we discuss the mental stress and depression that comes wuth burnout.

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

A 30min+ look into the dark corners of Cyber Security. This Podcast is a unfiltered, uncensored, unedited and most of all unscripted raw look at the job of Cyber Security. We hope you enjoy, if people end up liking these maybe I’ll do more. This is a podcast for those really wanting to know what it’s like to work in Cyber and what it takes. I’ll be talking with new and old professionals across the field we will share stories and the reality of this business. I am not sure the cadence yet or anything else as with all my stuff it’s just gonna be what it is. Thanks for listening and please comment and share and subscribe!

HOSTED BY

bowtiesecurityguyafterdark

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A 30min+ look into the dark corners of Cyber Security. This Podcast is a unfiltered, uncensored, unedited and most of all unscripted raw look at the job of Cyber Security. We hope you enjoy, if people end up liking these maybe I’ll do more. This is a podcast for those really wanting to know what...

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