Cyber Talent Series 17: Creating Psychological Safety and Building a Team Culture Around Curiosity

Cybersecurity talent management is nuanced. Traditional best practices around hiring, onboarding and professional development may not translate effectively into the security domain. The best people in cybersecurity are particularly adept at assessing, measuring, and managing security professionals.Join Thomas Rogers, Co-Founder of SkillBit (formerly MetaCTF), and co-host Phoebe DeVito as they connect with Jose Ramos, Head of Offensive Security at Uber, to discuss transitioning from hands-on technical roles into leadership. Jose shares his approach for mentoring talent, understanding burnouts, and knowing when to hire. He also shares his perspective on how to balance build vs. buy decisions in a rapidly evolving landscape shaped by AI and new security tools. Throughout the episode, Jose reflects on the importance of resilience, continuous learning, and embracing failure as a foundation for long-term growth.