Blak Cyber

Blak Cyber

"Securing Our Place In The Industry" The podcast dedicated to removing roadblocks and adding diversity to the cybersecurity industry.

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April 26, 2025 8 mins

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The Blak Cyber podcast presents "The AI Governance Mentors Series, Episode 1 featuring Walter Haydock, owner

of Stackaware, an AI Governance consulting company.


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Walter's LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/walter-haydock

Walter's Website: https://stackaware.com/

Walter's Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@StackAware

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Announcing that I am taking a break from the Blak Cyber podcast to complete my WGU degree.I will return with more content to bring value to the cyber security community.

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On this podcast episode I go over my Lessons Learned from my unsuccessful attempt of the CISSP exam.


What I did right:


1. Purchased the "Peace of Mind" voucher (Basically two tries for the price ofone, or almost one)


#1 is why I took some calculated risk during this prep.


2. During the exam I used the Think Like A Manager method.


3. I used the from an assessment exam to identify my weakest areas.

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Unlock the secrets to thinking like a manager and ace your CISSP! In this podcast episode, I break down the key concepts and strategies you need to master to tackle managerial scenarios effectively.

Whether you're a seasoned professional or just starting your CISSP journey, this episode will provide valuable insights to help you succeed.

Don't miss out on this essential resource – hit play now and elevate your managerial ...

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April 28, 2024 7 mins

Welcome to the Blak Cyber podcast, where we explore strategies and tips to help you thrive in your professional life, and "secure your place in the industry. In today's episode, we're diving into the topic of productivity and discussing five actionable ways you can boost your efficiency and effectiveness in the workplace.


5 ways you can increase productivity at work:


1. Exercise & Nutrition


2. Set Cl...

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April 19, 2024 7 mins

This episode is about seeking mentors, becoming mentors, and giving back in the cybersecurity community.

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In the recent years, Tech and more surprising Cyber has started to perform lay-offs in unprecedented numbers. Big tech companies like Amazon, Meta, and Microsoft have made headlines with recent downsizing. In an industry were not too long ago

we felt unstoppable and almost dare I say it, "Lay-off Proof". The recent news is hard

to stomach as my heart goes out to those that were just trying to make a better life for their ...

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In this episode I dive into an under utilized tool in Cybersecurity, and how to leverage it to add rocket fuel to your career trajectory.

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Discussing the debate between Cyber Skills or Cyber Certifications?

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The Blak Cyber podcast sits down to talk to Jon Stern about Third-Party

Risk, and his automated tool for risk assessment "Velocity"


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Jon's Websites:

1. Personal LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jon-sternstein/

2. Professional Website: https://www.sternsecurity.com/

3. Velocity Promo: https://vimeo.com/492240490



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In this episode I talk about 3 tips for answering cybersecurity interview

questions.

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In this episode of the Blak Cyber podcast I turn a lost unpublished blog into a vlog podcast discussing

the importance of why it is vitally important to foster a strong, positive, and impactful cyber and

information technology team.


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Websites:

https://www.cybrary.it/


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https://anchor.fm/blakcyber

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In this episode I talk about how I had to fight the urge to give up and

keep fighting for my dream job.

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In the episode I break down a model that show you how to progress in your career.


Copyright (c) 2021 George McPherson, all rights reserved


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https://anchor.fm/blakcyber


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https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLwzacDvVwciP5dE20tK9fL4hi9JknnrNp


[Spotify]

https://open.spotify.com/show/0fl2mVx9jBzV7yWdWAB...

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The Blak Cyber podcast sits down for its first episode of 2021 to talk to Keyaan Williams, founder and Managing Director of Cyber Leadership and Strategy Solutions (CLASS-LLC), a global professional services firm that specializes in corporate governance and cybersecurity-focused enterprise risk management solutions for US-based and international customers in financial services, defense, health technology, l...

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The Blak Cyber podcast sits down to talk to Yatia Hopkins, the award winning, and accomplished Cybersecurity VP about her career, her teaching style and master plan to Empow(H)er African American women in the Cyber Security field.


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Yatia Hopkin's Websites:

1. Personal LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/yatiahopkins/

2. Professional Website...

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US Army Captain Nico Smith stops by the Blak Cyber podcast to talk about why passion is the secret sauce to going the extra mile and being really successful in Cybersecurity. He also talks about his love for the Chi-Town and why he gives back to the community.


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Nico Smith's Websites:

1. Personal LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicodesig...

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Jon Sternstein stops by the Blak Cyber podcast and gives some insight on

his tenacious and ambitious start to his cyber security career, his success throughout the years,

and starting, and running a successful security consulting firm.


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Jon Sternstein's Websites:

1. Company website: https://www.sternsecurity.com/

2. Company LinkedIn: https://...

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Today the Blak Cyber podcast caught up with Lead Threat Hunter, and part-time CISO

Malcolm Blow and was handed the play book on how to get into and thrive in this niche discipline

with in cybersecurity.


*Disclaimer*

"Everything Malcolm speaks about today are his own thoughts and opinions as a security professional and do not reflect that of any of his previous or current employers"


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ABOUT THIS EPISODE:

In this episode I sit down with Ron Ford, C|CISO, CISM and discusss

his strong family upbringing that set him up for success, his rewarding

and tenured Cybersecurity career, and his fight to be a willing advocate

for diversity in Cybersecurity.


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Ron Ford's LinkedIn:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/mrronford/


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