From Tech Support to Published Author: Kim Crawley's Journey in Cybersecurity and Writing

From Tech Support to Published Author: Kim Crawley's Journey in Cybersecurity and Writing

Have you ever wondered how someone breaks into the cybersecurity field and becomes a published author?

Tune in to hear the fascinating story of Kim Crawley - from her early days removing malware at a rural ISP help desk, to authoring books on hacking culture, cloud security testing, and more.Kim shares invaluable lessons learned over 15+ years in cyber, from getting her first writing gigs to juggling two book deals at once.

Discover tips for communicating security priorities to executives and learn how to get your foot in the door even without formal qualifications. You'll also get a rare behind-the-scenes look at Kim's process for prepping her CISSP while managing multiple writing projects. Don't miss this insightful and entertaining conversation with a true cybersecurity veteran who proves you can have an impact no matter your career path. If you’re interested to learn more, you can get her books:

  • "Zero Trust Architecture in Kubernetes"
  • "Hacker Culture A to Z" (coming out November 2023)
  • "Cloud Penetration Testing for Red Teamers" (coming out November 2023)
  • or contact her here - https://linktr.ee/kimcrawley

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Beyond the Technical: Skills That Make or Break Cybersecurity Professionals

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“Cyber Broke Into Me”: From Investigative Journalism to InfoSec with Becky Gaylord

“Cyber Broke Into Me”: From Investigative Journalism to InfoSec with Becky Gaylord

Becky Gaylord found her calling in cybersecurity after her small business fell victim to a data breach over a decade ago. Now an advocate for accessibility and empowerment, she shares battle-tested ti...

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A Cyber Prodigy's Non-Traditional Path to Consultancy

A Cyber Prodigy's Non-Traditional Path to Consultancy

With classic ethical hacker chutzpah, Quinn Varcoe has a story to tell. She landed her first SOC job as a teenager without a degree or experience. Now a CEO and consultant Quinnlan's unconventional jo...

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Inside The Cyber Builders Mind: Navigating Business Realities With Ross Haleliuk

Inside The Cyber Builders Mind: Navigating Business Realities With Ross Haleliuk

Ross Haleliuk, the author of 'Cyber for Builders,' dives into the essentials of starting a cybersecurity business in his book. Tailored for industry veterans and curious minds alike, the book sheds li...

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Stay Ahead of Evolving Cyber Threats: A Summary of QoQ Threat Research

Stay Ahead of Evolving Cyber Threats: A Summary of QoQ Threat Research

As cyber threats grow more advanced, it's crucial to understand the evolving attack landscape. In this must-watch episode, experts from Uptycs analyze key findings from their 2023 QoQ Threat Report. D...

23 Jan 20241min

CSU Threat Research News Bulletin

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Keeping Pace in Cyber: Josh Lemon on Incident Response and Building Teams

Keeping Pace in Cyber: Josh Lemon on Incident Response and Building Teams

Josh Lemon, Uptycs MDR Director, DFIR Consultant, and SANS Instructor & Author, has been on the front lines of cybersecurity for years. As a seasoned incident responder, he's seen attacks from all typ...

12 Des 202344min

The Wonder Woman of Cyber: Dorota Kozlowska on Not Saying No to Yourself

The Wonder Woman of Cyber: Dorota Kozlowska on Not Saying No to Yourself

Dorota was a shy teen who loved hacking movies but doubted she could make it in the male-dominated field of cyber. After getting sick, she used her recovery to teach herself cyber skills and prove the...

6 Des 202326min

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