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The Art and Science of Brewing: My Love for Manually Brewing Espresso
In a world of convenience and instant gratification, I find solace and joy in the intricate process of brewing my own espresso using a manual espresso machine. It’s not just about the rich, aromatic cup of coffee; it’s about the journey of learning and mastering the art and…
Episode 57 – Zinet Kemal
Meet Zinet Kemal, a remarkable individual who embarked on a transformative journey from a legal career in Ethiopia to a role in cybersecurity in the United States. Zinet joined me on Agent of Influence where she shared how she transitioned careers and earned her master’s degree in…
In the Field: Strengthening Cybersecurity through Human Connections
In the dynamic realm of cybersecurity, where the digital landscape is ever-evolving, the significance of face-to-face interactions often takes a backseat to virtual meetings and digital collaborations. As someone who works in the “field” as a Field CISO, I firmly believe that…
The Importance of Mentorship in Cybersecurity
Recently, one of my friends (and a former colleague) reached out to me asking me if I had the bandwidth to be their career mentor. This led me to opine on the immense impact all my mentors have had throughout my career in cybersecurity. Embarking on a career in cybersecurity can often feel…
The Rise of Deepfakes and What They Mean for Security
On January 4, 2024, I published an article on Information Week. Deepfakes are increasingly popular as a modern technology phenomenon, gaining popularity primarily because the source code and software to create them have become readily available to the public. At the same time, recent…
Embracing a Year of Self-Awareness: My Intention for 2024
As I start the first business day of 2024, I can’t help but think about the adventures and possibilities ahead. I was never one to believe in resolutions, but I’ve decided to embark on a personal journey in 2024 – one that’s all about embracing self-awareness and, of…
2023: A Rollercoaster Ride I Didn’t Sign Up For (But Survived Anyway)
As the curtain falls on 2023, it’s time to peel back the layers of what can only be described as a chaotic comedy of errors. Buckle up, as I share the unfiltered, unscripted tale of my journey through the past 365 days—a year that felt like a rollercoaster I certainly didn’t sign…
Asking around: What will the boardroom be talking about in 2024?
On December 20, 2023, I was featured in an article in IT Brew. “The algorithm doesn’t know how to determine what’s private or what’s public; they don’t know how to determine what’s [personally identifiable information] and what’s not; they don’t know how to determine what’s…
Unpacking the HTTP/2 Rapid Reset DDoS Vulnerability
I went live on LinkedIn with NetSPI’s Isaac Clayton (Security Research Engineer) to unpack the HTTP/2 Rapid Reset DDoS vulnerability (CVE-2023-44487) and understand what needs to be done to take proper mitigation steps.