Secure AF - A Cybersecurity Podcast
Think like a hacker. Defend like a pro. Welcome to the Secure AF Cybersecurity Podcast — your tactical edge in the ever-evolving cyber battlefield. Hosted by industry veterans including Donovan Farrow and Jonathan Kimmitt, this podcast dives deep into real-world infosec challenges, red team tactics, blue team strategies, and the latest tools shaping the cybersecurity landscape. Whether you're a seasoned pentester, a SOC analyst, or just breaking into the field, you'll find actionable insights, expert interviews, and unfiltered discussions with Alias team members and top-tier guests from across the cybersecurity spectrum. Stay sharp. Stay informed. Stay Secure AF.
Episodes
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In this episode of The SOC Brief, Andrew and Dax dive into the world of false positives – those misleading alerts that flood security teams with noise.
They discuss how misconfigurations, lack of context, and overly sensitive rules can lead to alert fatigue. With practical tips on investigation, tuning tools, and understanding your environment, they highlight how reducing false positives h...
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🔐 New SOC Brief Episode: Tracing the Breadcrumbs
Cybercriminals always leave a trail, if you know where to look. In this episode, we break down Indicators of Compromise (IOCs) and how they help security teams detect and respond to threats faster.
🎯 What we cover:
• Real-world incident reports & proof of concept examples
• Threat actor aliases & ransomware group tactics
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🎙️ New Secure AF Episode: Global Wars: Cyber Strikes Back 🌐⚔️
How does global news shape cybersecurity operations? In this episode, we dig into how real-world events influence the threats we track, the way we respond, and the tools we use for social engineering/pentesting.
🔍 We talk threat intel, evolving attack methods, and what teams should be looking out for right now.
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🎙️ This Week on the SOC Brief:
Join Andrew and Dax as they dive into the emergence of a new threat actor known as SafePay 🕵️♂️💻. They break down the latest tactics, techniques, and procedures observed from this group, offering insights into how organizations can stay vigilant. From detection strategies 🔍 to proactive defense measures 🛡️, this episode is packed with actionable advice f...
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🔐 Inside the SOC 🔐
Go behind the scenes with the Alias Security Operations Center (SOC) team to learn how they operate, collaborate, and tackle today’s top cyber threats ⚔️.
Find out why a SOC matters, and how organizations can still leverage SOC insights and support, even without one in-house 💼.
🎧 Tap in and get cyber-smart with the experts.
#CyberSecurity #SOC #ThreatIntel #Podcast
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Welcome to 🎙️The SOC Brief 🎙️our byte-sized mini series bringing you weekly updates straight from the Security Operations Center.
In this episode, Andrew, Dax, and Dylan break down what life in the SOC looks like, the rise of malvertising, and the emerging threat known as Recipe Lister, discussing how it’s being tracked.
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Alias Cybersecurity Jonathan Kimmitt is joined by Chad Kliewer to discuss the exciting CISO Showdown competition between Chief Information Security Officers (CISOs) at BSidesOK. They delve into the history of the showdown, how it works, and highlight significance of the championship belt. Tune in as they share insights and fun facts about this unique event!
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Alias Cybersecurity CISO Jonathon Kimmitt is joined by Derrac Page to discuss the new changes to the HIPAA security rules being set in place this year. Listen as they go over many of the biggest points raised from the 660+ page guidelines and discuss ways that HIPAA Privacy Officers and HIPAA Security Officers can get ahead of compliance.
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Following BSides Oklahoma where Tanner gave an 8 hour training on the basics of penetration testing, Tanner and Keelan give advice on how to present red team/pen test training... specifically how to make the trainings not suck. Sponsored by AFCyberAcademy.com.
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On this week's Secure AF podcast, Tanner poses a controversial question: is SANS the overpriced dinosaur of cybersecurity training? The answer is not a simple one. Listen in as Tanner and CISO Jonathan Kimmitt go in depth on the pros and cons of different security certifications such as Offensive Security Certified Professional (OSCP), GIAC Penetration Tester (GPEN), Certified Ethical...
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As we step into the new year, it's essential to reinforce our defenses against cyber threats. Join Jonathan Kimmitt and Todd Wedel for part 2 of their discussion of cyberresolutions.
Their list includes:
- **Data Inventory**: Know your data—what, where, and who has access. Regular audits are a must!
- **Backup Strategies**: Implement air-gapped backups and regularly ...
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🚀 Kickstart 2025 with Cybersecurity Resolutions! 🔐
In our latest podcast episode, Todd and Jonathan discuss crucial strategies for a secure year ahead.
Tune in for more insights and make this year your most secure yet! 🎧✨ #Cybersecurity #AI #Secure2025
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Ready for an IR? You may have controls, policies, and procedures, but how do you know they exist? Are robust? Followed and adhered to? Join Jonathan Kimmitt and Alexandria Hendryx as they discuss what a tabletop is, how to conduct one effectively, and why they matter to your organization to prevent and prepare for the hoped never to appear IR.
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Join Jonathan Kimmitt and Todd Wedel as they continue discussing how to practice IR aversion tactics. 'Tis the season for IRs and best practice cybersecurity.
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'Tis the holiday season! A time for family...and breaches. Want to be cyberprepared to spoil the hacker's celebration? Listen to our 2 part series where Jonathan Kimmitt ensures your festivities are without incident.
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Firewalls are an often overlooked or unmanaged part of a network infrastructure. Listen as Andrew Hickman and Keelan Knox discuss what they are, why you should pay attention to them, what we've seen on incident responses, and what you need to do to secure your network.
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Attend S3CCON? Enjoy experiencing the recap. Miss S3CCON? Hear what was awesome, what we learned, and what to look forward to in 2025!
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Jonathan and Todd continue the conversation about how the way we talk about cybersecurity puts us in a deficit against the malicious actors and how we might reframe to better equip the defenders.
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Are hackers really as successful as they appear? Or is it that they have better messaging? Join us for a conversation about how marketing around cybersecurity might play a part in the hacker mystique.
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