security researcher

Ever wonder how a young girl with an intense fascination for programming and computers catapults into the world of IT, becoming a crucial part of Microsoft's security research team? Let's navigate this riveting journey with Miriam, who shares her personal experiences of making her way into the IT realm via an unanticipated apprenticeship that turned her life around. From her childhood passion to her current role in the industry, we delve into her remarkable story.

Miriam's tale is one of determination and grit, with her unwavering perseverance finally landing her a position at Microsoft - an opportunity she initially turned down. Learn how a chance conversation swayed her to embrace this offer and how she finally achieved her ambition of joining Microsoft's red team. Here's a glimpse into her daily life, the challenges she tackled while relocating, and the company's evolution amidst the pandemic.

Apart from her inspiring journey, this episode brings into focus the significance of professional networking, with Miriam sharing how it can impact both the company and the customers positively. She also takes us through her experience of writing a book on PowerShell automation and scripting for cybersecurity, shedding light on the challenges she faced in the process. As a bonus, find out how you can benefit from her ongoing efforts to promote Cybersecurity Awareness Month, and grab a chance to get a 20% discount on her book! So, sit back, tune in, and get ready to be inspired.

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/miriamwiesner/
Website: https://miriamxyra.com/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/MiriamXyra
Mastodon: @mw@infosec.exchange

Book: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1800566379/ref=sw_img_1?smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER&psc=1
Packt Link: https://www.packtpub.com/product/powershell-automation-and-scripting-for-cybersecurity/9781800566378
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Guest: Nick Hughes, CEO of EITR Technologies [@eitr_tech]

On LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicholasmhughes/

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Ben Schmerler

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Ted Harrington

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This week Ted and Ben are joined by Nick Hughes. They discuss why being your authentic self, from your social media posts, to branding, to your personal interaction with clients will draw people into wanting to work with you more than buzz words ever will.

You’ll learn:

• Why we need to stop branding ourselves “Thought Leaders” and instead let the world around us come to that conclusion
• Why it’s more important to show people who we truly are instead of what we think others want a business person to be
• How to stand out while offer your customers and prospects value
• How to best identify the help your customers need

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Guest: Andrew Lemon, CEO / Principal Security Engineer at Red Threat

On LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/lemonitup/

On Twitter | https://twitter.com/Lemonitup

On YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/@redthreatsec

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Host: Ben Schmerler

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This week's episode of Tech Done Different features Ben interviewing Andrew Lemon, Principal Security Engineer at Red Threat.  They talk about what it means to be a "good hacker."

You’ll learn:

• Why "cut and paste" penetration tests miss the point
• The mindset of learning to become an ethical hacker
• What can make a security assessment fun and exciting
• Why "stealing a baby" can actually be a good goal for a security professional
• The role of specialization and generalization in security management

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Guest: Debasish Biswas, Chief Technology Officer at Aware [@Aware_HQ]

On LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/debasish-biswas/

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Host: Ben Schmerler

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This week Ben sits down with Debasish Biswas.  He talks with Debasish about collaboration and how we should think about the permanent changes in how people work for the better.

You’ll learn:

• What your “digital senses” are
• How to think about securing information when it exists in many different platforms
• Why we shouldn’t look as virtual/in-person engagement as better or worse but rather how to make engagement effective using all our tools
• Why information in Slack, Teams and other casual chat is not “throwaway information”
• Why virtual collaboration ultimately is a step forward in how we work and provides new avenues for productivity

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Guest: Matt Brown, Senior Security Analyst at ISE [@ISEsecurity]

On LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/mattbrwn/

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Hosts:

Ben Schmerler

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Ted Harrington

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Matt Brown literally makes a living hacking things. Join Ted and Ben in a fun interview with a hacker talking about all things hacking.

You’ll learn:

• What common assumption leads to many security failures
• How both businesses and consumers can think about better securing their solutions
• What Build a Bear looks like in the eyes of a hacker

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Guest: Cody MacDonald, CTO at IPT Global

On LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/cody-macdonald-5ba20a26/

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Host: Ben Schmerler

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On this week's episode of Tech Done Different, Ben is joined by Cody MacDonald the CTO of IPT Global. Ben and Cody sit down to talk about why it’s never too late to reinvent yourself and your career.

You'll learn:

- How Cody went from a Cherry Farmer, to Geologist, to CTO of a software company

- why the more something makes you uncomfortable the more you need to pursue it

- How to handle the stress in your job when what you create or the work you do has a large impact other people and the environment

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Guest: Sabela García Cuesta, Artist and TEDx [@TEDx] Franfurt [@TEDxFrankfurt] Speaker

On LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/sabela-garcia-cuesta/

On Twitter | https://twitter.com/HHSabela

On YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC2ZDUWKjCPuQC4z14xXIp0w

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On this very special episode of Tech Done Different — live in studio for the first time ever! — Ted sits down with artist and fellow TEDxFrankfurt speaker, Sabela Garcia Cuesta, to discuss creativity.

Being creative doesn’t mean you have to sing, paint, or dance but includes all types of people and industries from sciences to entrepreneurs.

You will learn:

• How the way an artist’s solves problem can help you solve yours too

• Why Einstein was the biggest artist of all time

• How to clear the mind so you can see thing more clearly

• How to push past the self-sabotage and imposter syndrome

• Why it’s okay to be vulnerable as a leader

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Learn more about Sabela and her work at https://www.sabelagarciacuesta.com/

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In this episode I talk with Amit Serper who became famous for finding a way to stop the NotPetya ransomware from spreading and causing more damage than it already inflicted. We had a fascinating conversation and if you enjoy the podcast please leave a review and share the podcast. 

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TikTok: Not today China! Not today

In this episode we talk about the below articles that include Chinese hacking group MSS and how they are organized to pull off some major attacks like the Microsoft Exchange hack. We also talk about how a Microsoft Security Researcher found the latest Apple 0-day that forced Apple to immediately deploy a patch. As always if you enjoy the podcast please review it and share the podcast.

https://www.wired.com/story/china-hacking-reckless-new-phase/#intcid=_wired-bottom-recirc_6b6a7a9e-1652-49ea-bfe1-35352eeb862a_text2vec1-reranked-by-vidi

https://nakedsecurity.sophos.com/2021/07/29/microsoft-researcher-found-apple-0-day-in-march-didnt-report-it/

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