The team encourages listeners to educate themselves on the importance of implementing robust security measures to maintain privacy, including setting up separate networks, updating router firewalls, and researching device security features. As the conversation broadens to include considerations for small businesses and the expanding range of internet-enabled devices, the team concludes by underscoring the importance of privacy in the IoT era.
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Home Smart Home: Security vs. Convenience in IoT
In this episode of CyberSound, co-hosts Jason and Michael sit down with Brian Brehart of Vancord to delve into the complexities of securing smart home devices within the context of the Internet of Things (IoT). The conversation explores the balance between convenience and security when integrating smart technology into homes, touching on topics such as wireless thermostats, smart TVs, and voice-activated assistants like Alexa.
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PODCAST EPISODE 21
How Does Santa REALLY Know What to Bring You?
You’ll have to excuse the guys on this episode. They’re announcing that Santa Claus is now a client of Vancord. And since “the big man” is buying all those electronic devices, he is naturally concerned about your online identity.
Spend the next few minutes listening to what Santa wants to bring you for the holidays—and you should want him to bring you those things. Happy Holidays!
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PODCAST EPISODE 20
Cyber-Incident Monday
Welcome to Cyber Incident Monday. Shopping is now a 24/7 occurrence with people shopping online, on their phones, or in stores. Data breaches always spike during the holidays, which is why consumers must be vigilant about protecting their information. There are potential pitfalls about shopping and putting your PII (Personal Identifiable Information) everywhere, but what are they?
Learn how to safeguard your secret numbers and passwords? Join the Vancord team as they share the warning signs and provide some safety tips to ensure your identity remains yours during the holiday season.
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PODCAST EPISODE 19
Preventing the Burnout: Preparing for time off
Indeed has shared that 52% of all workers are feeling burned out. This creates stress, fatigue, frustration, and mental health issues. How can prevent the burn out? Prepare for the time off! It’s simple to say and difficult to do.
Today, Jason, Matt, and Steve sit down with a licensed clinical social worker of 17 years, Lisa Grande. She will lead the conversation around the topic of professional burnout and how to make yourself a priority and allow yourself to recharge and unplug from work. It’s not about work-life balance as much as it is finding success.
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PODCAST EPISODE 18
Automotive Hacking, Should You be Worried? (Dude, Who Stole My Car?)
As our cars become more intelligent and more connected, it is essential to consider the security risks of their connectivity. While automotive hacking isn’t new, do we need to worry as autonomous cars become more popular on the market?
In this week’s episode of CyberSound, Jason, Paul, and Matt discuss the signs of automotive hacking and the risks it may pose to our vehicles.
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PODCAST EPISODE 17
Demystifying AI in Security
The center of cybersecurity conversations has revolved around Artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning. Maybe the better question should be, “Do you need AI in your security products?”
This week, we discuss the basics of AI, how it can work with cybersecurity, and is it a silver bullet solution. Join Jason as he speaks with Vancord Senior Security Engineers Matt Fusaro and Steve Maresca.
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PODCAST EPISODE 16
Phishing Redux — Can we trust anything?
Phishing scams are back with a vengeance. With their redux comes a new set of tricks designed to make your life difficult.
On this episode of CyberSound, Jason chats about the latest threat actor tactics making the rounds with Randy Pargman, vice president of threat hunting and counterintelligence services at Binary Defense, and Matt Fusaro, senior security engineer with Vancord.
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PODCAST EPISODE 15
Leadership in Incident Response
Business continuity during a cybersecurity incident is more than just having a plan in place. It is about leadership—acting as a “human firewall” that can communicate internally and externally effectively.
On episode 15 of CyberSound, Jason and Paul sit down with Fred Cass, Associate CIO of Trinity College, to discuss what leadership looks like during incident response.
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PODCAST EPISODE 14
Value of Security Standards
Aligning to a specific cybersecurity standard or blueprint for your ruling guide for compliance provides value and credibility to your organization. Meeting and exceeding regulatory requirements is a conduit to improving your business.
Join Jason Pufahl and Steve Maresca in a conversation with Carrie Bonin, a Cybersecurity consultant, in our latest episode about security standards and compliance requirements.
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Cyber Safety First
Here is a chilling statistic: 40% of elementary school kids have already chatted with a stranger online!
Episode 13 of our CyberSound podcast, created in the alignment with October CyberSecurity Month, features guest expert Patrick Craven, Director of (ISC)2, non-profit center for CyberSafety, in a discussion about how to keep children and families safe online.
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Careers in CyberSecurity
Recorded in alignment with October CyberSecurity Month. Whether you’ve obtained your skills through a college degree program, through earned certifications, or you are entirely self-taught, CyberSecurity is an outstanding career choice for people who are curious.
And now is a great time to start your career path or continue your career trajectory in this highly specialized field. Tune in now to podcast hosts Jason Pufahl and Steve Maresca, along with special guest Michael Grande President of TBNG Inc., as they discuss options you may not have known existed.
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21
How Does Santa REALLY Know What to Bring You?
You’ll have to excuse the guys on this episode. They’re announcing that Santa Claus is now a client of Vancord. And since “the big man” is buying all those electronic devices, he is naturally concerned about your online identity.
Spend the next few minutes listening to what Santa wants to bring you for the holidays—and you should want him to bring you those things. Happy Holidays!
Play Video
20
Cyber-Incident Monday
Welcome to Cyber Incident Monday. Shopping is now a 24/7 occurrence with people shopping online, on their phones, or in stores. Data breaches always spike during the holidays, which is why consumers must be vigilant about protecting their information. There are potential pitfalls about shopping and putting your PII (Personal Identifiable Information) everywhere, but what are they?
Learn how to safeguard your secret numbers and passwords? Join the Vancord team as they share the warning signs and provide some safety tips to ensure your identity remains yours during the holiday season.
Play Video
19
Preventing the Burnout: Preparing for time off
Indeed has shared that 52% of all workers are feeling burned out. This creates stress, fatigue, frustration, and mental health issues. How can prevent the burn out? Prepare for the time off! It’s simple to say and difficult to do.
Today, Jason, Matt, and Steve sit down with a licensed clinical social worker of 17 years, Lisa Grande. She will lead the conversation around the topic of professional burnout and how to make yourself a priority and allow yourself to recharge and unplug from work. It's not about work-life balance as much as it is finding success.
Play Video
18
Automotive Hacking, Should You be Worried? (Dude, Who Stole My Car?)
As our cars become more intelligent and more connected, it is essential to consider the security risks of their connectivity. While automotive hacking isn’t new, do we need to worry as autonomous cars become more popular on the market?
In this week's episode of CyberSound, Jason, Paul, and Matt discuss the signs of automotive hacking and the risks it may pose to our vehicles.
Play Video
17
Demystifying AI in Security
The center of cybersecurity conversations has revolved around Artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning. Maybe the better question should be, “Do you need AI in your security products?”
This week, we discuss the basics of AI, how it can work with cybersecurity, and is it a silver bullet solution. Join Jason as he speaks with Vancord Senior Security Engineers Matt Fusaro and Steve Maresca.
Play Video
16
Phishing Redux — Can we trust anything?
Phishing scams are back with a vengeance. With their redux comes a new set of tricks designed to make your life difficult.
On this episode of CyberSound, Jason chats about the latest threat actor tactics making the rounds with Randy Pargman, vice president of threat hunting and counterintelligence services at Binary Defense, and Matt Fusaro, senior security engineer with Vancord.
Play Video
15
Leadership in Incident Response
Business continuity during a cybersecurity incident is more than just having a plan in place. It is about leadership—acting as a “human firewall” that can communicate internally and externally effectively.
On episode 15 of CyberSound, Jason and Paul sit down with Fred Cass, Associate CIO of Trinity College, to discuss what leadership looks like during incident response.
Play Video
14
Value of Security Standards
Aligning to a specific cybersecurity standard or blueprint for your ruling guide for compliance provides value and credibility to your organization. Meeting and exceeding regulatory requirements is a conduit to improving your business.
Join Jason Pufahl and Steve Maresca in a conversation with Carrie Bonin, a Cybersecurity consultant, in our latest episode about security standards and compliance requirements.
Play Video
13
Cyber Safety First
Here is a chilling statistic: 40% of elementary school kids have already chatted with a stranger online!
Episode 13 of our CyberSound podcast, created in the alignment with October CyberSecurity Month, features guest expert Patrick Craven, Director of (ISC)2, non-profit center for CyberSafety, in a discussion about how to keep children and families safe online.
Play Video
12
Careers in CyberSecurity
Recorded in alignment with October CyberSecurity Month. Whether you’ve obtained your skills through a college degree program, through earned certifications, or you are entirely self-taught, CyberSecurity is an outstanding career choice for people who are curious.
And now is a great time to start your career path or continue your career trajectory in this highly specialized field. Tune in now to podcast hosts Jason Pufahl and Steve Maresca, along with special guest Michael Grande President of TBNG Inc., as they discuss options you may not have known existed.
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