It’s Defense Against the Dark Arts! - featuring guests Thomas Weeks and Ilana Payne

Being a leader in cyber often denotes valuable insights gained from a long career. Today's guest is not only a highly regarded leader in cyber but is also NCF's very own CEO, Laura Nelson. Learn how Laura's career has shaped her views on the importance of data privacy, what she's most excited about at the NCF, and how mentorship has played a vital role getting her to where she is today. Laura Nelson joined the National Cryptologic Foundation (NCF) as President and CEO in early 2019. She is leading the Foundation’s growing partnership with the National Security Agency as well the NCF’s Education and Engagement programs. Connect with our Guest:https://www.linkedin.com/in/laura-nelson-6a431315b/⁠https://www.cryptologicfoundation.orghttps://www.twitter.com/NCFcyber_ceo Register here for the NCF’s FREE episode challenges: ⁠https://metactf.com/join/cyberchats2⁠Find out more about our challenges on our website at:⁠https://cryptologicfoundation.org/students/cyberchats/podcast/challenge.html⁠

15 Feb 202422min

Curious about cryptography and why it’s linked to cybersecurity? How can something like math help us fight the bad guys? On this episode, our highly esteemed guest will bring her experience in research, cryptography, and law in order to explain how cryptography can be used to solve some of the world’s biggest problems. Anjana Rajan is the Assistant National Cyber Director at The White House. Topics discussed: how cryptography/cryptology/cybersecurity are related, math and cryptography, using cryptology to fight exploitation, post-quantum cryptography, how to get started in cryptography Register here for the NCF’s FREE episode challenges: https://metactf.com/join/cyberchats2 Find out more about our challenges on our website at: https://cryptologicfoundation.org/students/cyberchats/podcast/challenge.html

1 Feb 202430min

Closing the workforce gap is a huge challenge within the cybersecurity industry, and the demand for professionals continues to grow worldwide. How can we address the barriers to solving this issue? This week's guest has long partnered with NCF to be a part of the solution and has helped to identify the roots of the problem so that others can gain an understanding of the broader issue at hand. Dr. Melissa Dark is the founder of DARK Enterprises, Inc., a non-profit that focuses on cybersecurity education Development, Assessment, Research and Knowledge Transfer. Topics discussed: DARK Enterprises, Cybersecurity curriculum guidelines, Teach Cyber Curriculum, Cyber Supply Connect with our Guest: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/melissa-dark-457a4a1a1/⁠ ⁠https://teachcyber.org/⁠ ⁠https://cybersupply.org/⁠ Register here for the NCF’s FREE episode challenges: ⁠https://metactf.com/join/cyberchats2⁠ Find out more about our challenges on our website at: ⁠https://cryptologicfoundation.org/students/cyberchats/podcast/challenge.html⁠

18 Jan 202427min

Happy new year! To start off 2024, we are resolving to think more critically about all of the info we share online before we share it! To do that, we're re-listening to our first ever #CyberChats Podcast episode with Dr. Eliot Jardines. We'll see you back in a couple of weeks with new episodes and new challenges. In the meantime, let us know -- how are you resolving to stay safe online in 2024? __________________ From your likes and dislikes to your location and even your personal conversations, your personal data is not only collected by companies every day but, thanks to new technologies, is also made available to individuals and groups around the world. So what happens with all of that seemingly harmless information when the wrong person has access to it? In this episode, we take a closer look at the world of technology and how it affects your personal privacy. We talk with our guests about the issue of inadvertently sharing private information, explore ways in which our personal data can be exploited, and discuss what you can do to protect your information and keep it, and yourself, safe. So, grab your headphones, and get ready to learn all about the not-so-secret life of your data. It's time to take control of your online identity and keep your private info safe! Sign up for our #CyberChats Newsletter, participate in episode challenges with MetaCTF, and catch up on all podcast episodes at https://www.cryptolgicfoundation.org/podcast

4 Jan 202433min

In this special episode of the #CyberChats podcast, we’re celebrating the halfway point of Season 2 by featuring our guests from throughout the season. Get ready to hear all of their tips for being cyber smart in a collection of this season’s Fast Five responses.  --------- Register here for our FREE episode challenges: ⁠https://metactf.com/join/cyberchats2⁠ Learn more about our challenges on our website at: ⁠https://cryptologicfoundation.org/students/cyberchats/podcast/challenge.html Visit our website for more: ⁠https://cryptologicfoundation.org/podcast⁠

21 Dec 202311min

Cybersecurity is a team sport and one of our values as an organization is to help elevate those who are working with us to spread awareness about data care and cyber careers. We also want to provide you with reliable resources if you are looking to help in our mission to educate others about taking care of their data. This episode highlights some of our invaluable partners: MetaCTF (our challenge sponsor for the first part of this season), Start Engineering, and UMGC. Topics discussed: MetaCTF, CTFs, Start Engineering, Outsmart Cyberthreats, Our Partners’ Websites and Social Handles:https://metactf.com/ Facebook: @startengineeringkidsUMGC Oct Cyber Awareness monthTwitter: @StartEnginNow @drpailen Connect with our Guests:linkedin.com/in/romanbohuk/linkedin.com/in/dr-l-pailen-4950371b linkedin.com/in/eric-iversen-541a901/ Register here for the NCF’s FREE episode challenges:https://metactf.com/join/cyberchats2Find out more about our challenges on our website at:https://cryptologicfoundation.org/students/cyberchats/podcast/challenge.html

30 Nov 202328min

The start of the winter season means quality time with friends, family, and loved ones, which means it's the perfect time to talk to the people we care for about staying safe online. A new school year is upon us, and many of our routines are changing to adapt. But what are you doing to take better care of your data this school year? Do you know what information you're sharing? If you don't know much about your data, and want to be empowered so you can know what steps to take, this is the place to start! Our guest Hannah Sutor is a Principal Product Manager at GitLab and data privacy advocate. You can find more information about taking care of your data on her sites: Hannah’s Instagram: https://instagram.com/@hannahonprivacy Hannah’s Website: https://www.hannahonprivacy.com/ Topics discussed: GDPR, cookie settings, school password protection, data collection, data privacy, app data, data brokers, SMS messaging, balancing privacy with practicality, analyzing and understanding personal risk Register here for the NCF’s FREE episode challenges:https://metactf.com/join/cyberchats2 Find out more about our challenges on our website at:https://cryptologicfoundation.org/students/cyberchats/podcast/challenge.html

22 Nov 202335min

Imagine working hard, finally starting a job, and hating it all while being cyberstalked. Would you know what to do? Our guest this episode shares how to approach these challenges so you can get the best outcome but also keep moving forward in a new career. Our guest Kennedy Taylor is a Senior Technology Risk Consultant for Ernst & Young, where she supports our Department of Defense. Kennedy will be competing for the title of Miss America this January 2024! Topics discussed: starting jobs, cyber stalking, protecting yourself online via social media settings, asking for help, Connect with Kennedy:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kennedytaylors @missamericamd @kennedytaylorsRegister here for the NCF’s FREE episode challenges:https://metactf.com/join/cyberchats2Find out more about our challenges on our website at:https://cryptologicfoundation.org/students/cyberchats/podcast/challenge.html

9 Nov 202324min