Dark Rhino Security Podcast

Chuck Brooks is a globally recognized cybersecurity thought leader, two-time Presidential appointee, Forbes contributor, and Adjunct Faculty at Georgetown University. Named a "Top 5 Tech Person to Follow" by LinkedIn and a "Top 50 Global Influencer in Risk and Compliance" by Thomson Reuters, Chuck has served in senior roles across government, industry, and academia. With decades of experience shaping cyber policy, risk management, and innovation, he’s a trusted voice in cybersecurity, homeland security, and emerging tech.--------------------------------------------------------------To learn more about Chuck visit https://www.linkedin.com/in/chuckbrooks/To learn more about Dark Rhiino Security visit https://www.darkrhiinosecurity.com--------------------------------------------------------------SOCIAL MEDIA:Stay connected with us on our social media pages where we'll give you snippets, alerts for new podcasts, and even behind the scenes of our studio!Instagram: @securityconfidential and

#SecurityConfidential #DarkRhiinoSecurityAlex Sharpe is a board member, practitioner, speaker, and author known for driving value while managing cyber risk. With a career that began in the intelligence community, Alex has since led strategic transformations across global enterprises, built two startups (including one with a successful IPO), and participated in over 20 M&A transactions. Recognized as a top thought leader in cybersecurity, risk management, cloud, and digital assets, he bridges the worlds of business, cyber, and governance to build stronger organizations and better lives.00:00 Introduction11:00 Machine Learning back in the days of LISP Processing15:00 The man who knows how and the man who knows why23:03 Jobs getting replaced by AI25:57 Do I need a large SOC anymore?35:56 LOCK YOUR CAR38:48 60% of Backups fail to restore45:27 Connecting with Alex-------------------------------------------------------------To learn more about Alex visit https://www.linkedin.com/in/alex-sharpe-3rd/To learn more

Alex Sharpe is a board member, practitioner, speaker, and author known for driving value while managing cyber risk. With a career that began in the intelligence community, Alex has since led strategic transformations across global enterprises, built two startups (including one with a successful IPO), and participated in over 20 M&A transactions. Recognized as a top thought leader in cybersecurity, risk management, cloud, and digital assets, he bridges the worlds of business, cyber, and governance to build stronger organizations and better lives.#SecurityConfidential #DarkRhiinoSecurityAlex Sharpe is a board member, practitioner, speaker, and author known for driving value while managing cyber risk. With a career that began in the intelligence community, Alex has since led strategic transformations across global enterprises, built two startups (including one with a successful IPO), and participated in over 20 M&A transactions. Recognized as a top thought leader in cybersecurity, risk management, cloud,

#SecurityConfidential #DarkRhiinoSecurityJohn Carse is the Field CISO at SquareX and a seasoned cybersecurity leader with over 20 years of experience spanning the U.S. Navy, JPMorgan, Expedia, Dyson, and Rakuten. With a background in securing critical naval systems during his 14 years in the Navy, John has since built and led global security programs across finance, tech, and e-commerce. He holds multiple cloud security patents and is currently helping develop the industry’s first Browser Detection and Response (BDR) solution. With hands-on expertise and a global perspective from roles in the U.S., Japan, Singapore, Bahrain, and Europe, John is passionate about tackling emerging threats and sharing real-world insights that blend innovation with practical defense. 00:00 Introduction03:00 Protecting Intellectual Property 10:37 Understand the business, then look at the controls14:18 How different is cybersecurity across the country22:16 Browser Detection Response32:19 Does BDR replace other tools?36:10 What abou

John Carse is the Field CISO at SquareX and a seasoned cybersecurity leader with over 20 years of experience spanning the U.S. Navy, JPMorgan, Expedia, Dyson, and Rakuten. With a background in securing critical naval systems during his 14 years in the Navy, John has since built and led global security programs across finance, tech, and e-commerce. He holds multiple cloud security patents and is currently helping develop the industry’s first Browser Detection and Response (BDR) solution. With hands-on expertise and a global perspective from roles in the U.S., Japan, Singapore, Bahrain, and Europe, John is passionate about tackling emerging threats and sharing real-world insights that blend innovation with practical defense. 

Jon DiMaggio is the Chief Security Strategist at Analyst1 with over 15 years of experience tracking cyber threats. Specializing in enterprise ransomware and nation-state attacks, Jon is best known for infiltrating the LockBit ransomware gang during a two-year undercover operation. His research, including Ransomware Diaries and The Art of Cyberwarfare, has aided law enforcement and been featured by CBS 60 Minutes, The New York Times, and Wired. A frequent speaker at RSA, he has twice received the SANS Difference Makers Award for his groundbreaking work.00:00 Introduction02:34 You don’t need an expensive university11:00 In order to be successful in cyber, you need to…17:38 What are the bad guys doing?23:13 What does the government do to help?26:24 Consequences for bad actors41:35 The Art of Cyber Warfare44:05 Jon’s new book--------------------------------------------------------------To learn more about Jon visit https://www.linkedin.com/in/jondimaggio/https://www.amazon.com/Art-Cyberwarfare-Investigators-Ranso

Jon DiMaggio is the Chief Security Strategist at Analyst1 with over 15 years of experience tracking cyber threats. Specializing in enterprise ransomware and nation-state attacks, Jon is best known for infiltrating the LockBit ransomware gang during a two-year undercover operation. His research, including Ransomware Diaries and The Art of Cyberwarfare, has aided law enforcement and been featured by CBS 60 Minutes, The New York Times, and Wired. A frequent speaker at RSA, he has twice received the SANS Difference Makers Award for his groundbreaking work.00:00 Introduction02:34 You don’t need an expensive university11:00 In order to be successful in cyber, you need to…17:38 What are the bad guys doing?23:13 What does the government do to help?26:24 Consequences for bad actors41:35 The Art of Cyber Warfare44:05 Jon’s new book

Chris is a professional information technologist, author, trainer, manager, a lifelong learner, and Former Law Enforcement Officer. He has been creating courses for over 25 years and has been working as an author on Plurasight for 11 years. He has created over 80 IT Certification training courses (52 or so with Pluralsight) and his students have watched over 1 million hours of his content. Chris really enjoys helping people advance in their careers through training and personal development.00:00 Introduction05:20 What were some of the cybercrimes you came across?10:30 Deep fake stress13:49 What is the strategy to break up the back up?17:17 Method and Approach for understanding risk24:31 Interactive labs29:57 Will AI change training methods? Will it replace SOC Jobs?38:40 Elevate your career41:00 Check out his Pluralsight courses----------------------------------------------------------------------To learn more about Chris visit https://www.pluralsight.com/authors/chris-reesTo learn more about Dark Rhiino Secu

Chris is a professional information technologist, author, trainer, manager, a lifelong learner, and Former Law Enforcement Officer. He has been creating courses for over 25 years and has been working as an author on Plurasight for 11 years.  He has created over 80 IT Certification training courses (52 or so with Pluralsight) and his students have watched over 1 million hours of his content. Chris really enjoys helping people advance in their careers through training and personal development. 00:00 Introduction05:20 What were some of the cybercrimes you came across?10:30 Deep fake stress13:49 What is the strategy to break up the back up?17:17 Method and Approach for understanding risk24:31 Interactive labs29:57 Will AI change training methods? Will it replace SOC Jobs?38:40 Elevate your career41:00 Check out his Pluralsight courses

Craig Taylor is a seasoned cybersecurity expert and entrepreneur with nearly 30 years of experience managing risk across industries—from Fortune 500 corporations to SMBs. As the Co-Founder and CEO of CyberHoot, he has pioneered a positive reinforcement approach to cybersecurity education, helping businesses eliminate risky behaviors and build a positive cybersecurity culture. With a background in psychology and extensive experience leading security programs at Chase Paymentech, Vistaprint, and DXC Technology, Craig specializes in incident response, governance, and compliance. A CISSP-certified professional since 2001, he is a recognized thought leader, public speaker, and advocate for making cybersecurity training engaging, fun, and effective. 00:00 Introduction01:16 Our guest08:40 There are two types of companies10:00 We taught them how to Phish12:12 Business Email compromise13:50 Go back to the way your parents ran security16:19 What do I do first?26:12 Changing your passwords is not good for you29:00 Encry

Craig Taylor is a seasoned cybersecurity expert and entrepreneur with nearly 30 years of experience managing risk across industries—from Fortune 500 corporations to SMBs. As the Co-Founder and CEO of CyberHoot, he has pioneered a positive reinforcement approach to cybersecurity education, helping businesses eliminate risky behaviors and build a positive cybersecurity culture. With a background in psychology and extensive experience leading security programs at Chase Paymentech, Vistaprint, and DXC Technology, Craig specializes in incident response, governance, and compliance. A CISSP-certified professional since 2001, he is a recognized thought leader, public speaker, and advocate for making cybersecurity training engaging, fun, and effective. 00:00 Introduction01:16 Our guest08:40 There are two types of companies10:00 We taught them how to Phish12:12 Business Email compromise13:50 Go back to the way your parents ran security16:19 What do I do first?26:12 Changing your passwords is not good for you29:00 Encry

#SecurityConfidential #DarkRhiinoSecurityStacey Champagne is the Founder & CEO of Hacker in Heels, a community dedicated to advancing women in cybersecurity through coaching, courses, and events. With over a decade of experience leading cybersecurity programs at Fortune 500 companies and startups, she specializes in insider risk management, security investigations, and program management. She has been recognized as a 2024 SANS "Diversity Champion of the Year" finalist and a 2024 Cybersecurity Woman of the World Top 20 Honoree. She holds multiple industry certifications, including CISSP and GSOM, and earned a Master’s in Security and Resilience Studies. 00:00 Intro02:26 Making cyber make sense 09:50 Why are cyber programs not working?14:47 How do you motivate folks?29:38 When should you use a mentor or a coach?31:26 The difference between a mentor and a coach34:20 How do you find a great coach?40:47 Connecting with the Hackers In Heels community----------------------------------------------------

#SecurityConfidential #DarkRhiinoSecurityStacey Champagne is the Founder & CEO of Hacker in Heels, a community dedicated to advancing women in cybersecurity through coaching, courses, and events. With over a decade of experience leading cybersecurity programs at Fortune 500 companies and startups, she specializes in insider risk management, security investigations, and program management. She has been recognized as a 2024 SANS "Diversity Champion of the Year" finalist and a 2024 Cybersecurity Woman of the World Top 20 Honoree. She holds multiple industry certifications, including CISSP and GSOM, and earned a Master’s in Security and Resilience Studies. 00:00 Intro02:26 Making cyber make sense 09:50 Why are cyber programs not working?14:47 How do you motivate folks?29:38 When should you use a mentor or a coach?31:26 The difference between a mentor and a coach34:20 How do you find a great coach?40:47 Connecting with the Hackers In Heels community--------------------------------------------------------------

#SecurityConfidential #darkrhiinosecurity Darren Mott, author of "Get Cyber Smart", is a retired FBI agent with 20 years of experience in cyber and counterintelligence investigations. He played a key role in strengthening FBI-Russian collaboration on cyber threats and created the FBI’s first program blending counterintelligence and cyber disciplines. Now, he owns an investigative and consulting company called Gold Shield Cyber. Mott holds master’s degrees in education and cybersecurity policy and hosts The CyBUr Guy Podcast, CyBUr Smart Morning News Update and the Tactical Cyber Podcast. 00:00 Intro02:50 No one gets to where we are at the beginning12:59 Stupid Cyber Criminals19:01 Proactive vs Reactive32:52 How big of an amount until the FBI is involved?40:28 Get CyBUr Smart---------------------------------------------------------------To learn more about Darren visit: https://www.linkedin.com/in/darrenmott/Get Darren's book here: https://www.amazon.com/Get-Cyber-Smart-user-friendly-protecting-e

#SecurityConfidential #darkrhiinosecurity Darren Mott, author of "Get Cyber Smart", is a retired FBI agent with 20 years of experience in cyber and counterintelligence investigations. He played a key role in strengthening FBI-Russian collaboration on cyber threats and created the FBI’s first program blending counterintelligence and cyber disciplines. Now, he owns an investigative and consulting company called Gold Shield Cyber. Mott holds master’s degrees in education and cybersecurity policy and hosts The CyBUr Guy Podcast, CyBUr Smart Morning News Update and the Tactical Cyber Podcast. 00:00 Intro02:50 No one gets to where we are at the beginning12:59 Stupid Cyber Criminals19:01 Proactive vs Reactive32:52 How big of an amount until the FBI is involved?40:28 Get CyBUr Smart---------------------------------------------------------------To learn more about Darren visit: https://www.linkedin.com/in/darrenmott/Get Darren's book here: https://www.amazon.com/Get-Cyber-Smart-user-friendly-protecting-e

#SecurityConfidential #DarkRhiinoSecurityFormer US Most Wanted turned Good Guy, Brett Johnson, also known as “The Original Internet Godfather,” was a key figure in the cybercrime world for over 20 years, founding ShadowCrew—the first organized cybercrime community. Brett was Convicted of 39 felonies and placed on the U.S. Most Wanted List, his expertise in identity theft, fraud, and hacking was unmatched—until he turned his life around. Now a leading cybersecurity consultant and speaker, Brett uses his past to educate companies, law enforcement, and individuals on how to protect themselves from the criminals he once worked alongside. His journey from cybercriminal to cybersecurity expert has been featured on CNN, NBC, Vice, Wired, and more. 00:00 Intro01:32 Our Guest05:05 “I call myself a criminal”18:40 I like Ebay a LOT24:02 Victims will be judged38:00 What are companies getting wrong?39:58 Why don’t we see employers educating employees?55:46 Connect with Brett------------------------------------------------

#SecurityConfidential #DarkRhiinoSecurityFormer US Most Wanted turned Good Guy, Brett Johnson, also known as “The Original Internet Godfather,” was a key figure in the cybercrime world for over 20 years, founding ShadowCrew—the first organized cybercrime community. Brett was Convicted of 39 felonies and placed on the U.S. Most Wanted List, his expertise in identity theft, fraud, and hacking was unmatched—until he turned his life around. Now a leading cybersecurity consultant and speaker, Brett uses his past to educate companies, law enforcement, and individuals on how to protect themselves from the criminals he once worked alongside. His journey from cybercriminal to cybersecurity expert has been featured on CNN, NBC, Vice, Wired, and more. 00:00 Intro01:32 Our Guest05:05 “I call myself a criminal”18:40 I like Ebay a LOT24:02 Victims will be judged38:00 What are companies getting wrong?39:58 Why don’t we see employers educating employees?55:46 Connect with Brett------------------------------------------------

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Sandra has over 25 years of experience in Cybersecurity, IT, and Data Privacy. She transformed her personal nightmare of identity theft into inspiration, helping individuals and businesses protect what matters most from hackers, scammers, and Cybermonsters®.  She is a TEDx speaker, podcast host, corporate trainer, and international bestselling author of the Happily Ever Cyber! She focuses is on empowering women, families, and businesses to take control of their cyber safety. Sandra is also the founder of Way2Protect. They believe in a world where everyone can "live Happily Ever Cyber!"—thriving in a tech-driven world, staying safe, and having peace of mind online.   ----------------------------------------------------------- To learn more about Dark Rhiino Security visit https://www.darkrhiinosecurity.com ------------------------------------------------------------ SOCIAL MEDIA: Stay connected with us on our social media pages where we'll give you snippets, alerts for new podcasts, and even beh

Tammy Klotz is a cybersecurity leader with over 20 years in IT and a decade as a CISO for global manufacturing firms. She has transformed cybersecurity programs, driven cultural change, and championed women in technology through mentorship and active involvement in groups like WiCyS and the Cloud Security Alliance. At Versum Materials, she developed a cloud-centric cybersecurity strategy, and at Covanta, she built a program from scratch, later serving as CTO and IT co-leader. Currently, as CISO at Trinseo, Tammy oversees cybersecurity for 24 manufacturing sites and 11 R&D facilities. She shares leadership insights in her 2024 book, Leading with Empathy and Grace: Secrets to Developing High-Performing Teams. 00:00 Introduction 02:40 Tammy’s origin story 05:06 The harsh truth 08:57 Compliant does not mean secure 14:57 AI has always been around 32:00 Empowerment 41:36 How to communicate properly to your team 48:00 Book signings, follow, and connect with Tammy ----------------------------------------------