Breaking into Cybersecurity: Career Journey and Insights with Gavin Reid

Breaking into Cybersecurity: Career Journey and Insights with Gavin Reid, CSO at Human SecurityIn this episode of Breaking into Cybersecurity, we are joined by Gavin Reid, Chief Security Officer at Human Security. Gavin shares his extensive career journey from NASA to leading cybersecurity teams at Cisco and Recorded Future, now part of MasterCard. He offers invaluable advice for those seeking to transition from technical roles into leadership positions within cybersecurity. The discussion covers evolving cybersecurity threats, the importance of continuous learning, and how to enable businesses to grow securely. Gavin also discusses the role of threat intelligence, the impact of AI on cybersecurity, and his approach to building effective security teams. Don't miss this insightful conversation on navigating the dynamic world of cybersecurity.00:00 Introduction and Guest Overview00:57 Gavin's Career Journey01:40 Transitioning from Technical to Leadership Roles03:04 Adapting to Industry Changes04:45 Security as a Business Enabler05:17 Navigating Security in Startups06:07 Vendor Perspective and Customer Support07:14 Threat Intelligence Integration11:27 Career Advice for Aspiring Threat Intelligence Analysts15:19 The Role of AI in Cybersecurity18:24 Final Thoughts and Human Security's Mission21:27 Conclusion

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