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The Other Side Of The Firewall

The Other Side Of The Firewall

By: Ryan Williams
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 Cybersecurity is an ever growing field and representation within it matters more than ever! We here at The Other Side of the Firewall podcast, strive to highlight those movers and shakers and glass ceiling breakers. People of Color, who have made it to the other side of the proverbial firewall into those Senior and C-suite level positions. Aside from the interviews of IT Professionals, just like you, our crew will have fun discussing the latest and greatest news, measures to protect yourself from bad actors on the inter-webs and sprinkle in some games and entertainment as well. Enjoy! Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theothersideofthefirewall/supportRyan Williams Politics & Government
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  • Regulations Down. Threats Up.

    Regulations Down. Threats Up.
    Nov 25 2025
    The conversation dives into the theme of corporate accountability, exploring why companies often escape consequences for their actions and the importance of learning from mistakes. It draws parallels between corporate behavior and child behavior correction, emphasizing the need for early intervention to prevent more serious issues later on. Articles: FCC rolls back cybersecurity rules for telcos, despite state-hacking risks https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/fcc-rolls-back-cybersecurity-rules-for-telcos-despite-state-hacking-risks/amp/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExQWdMenE5RVVGZ2VBYU9sUnNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR4cprAu3WRr4UPWgYz4ShUCm48USv1MILphLPPD93RptzDqxP4t_uyGtL3ibA_aem_JxH9QhTWjledkpsifHOqsg SEC Drops SolarWinds Case After Years of High-Stakes Cybersecurity Scrutiny https://thehackernews.com/2025/11/sec-drops-solarwinds-case-after-years.html?m=1&fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExQWdMenE5RVVGZ2VBYU9sUnNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR5xQV0tN--ZPk8TDRANHqZiuOWsMUl-8jpDDN3l-xEds7IZN0lEZHDhiWvyEg_aem_R-5eBxzhPl4V8vny9gg1oQ Why a 'health-based approach' to cybersecurity makes sense https://www.healthcareitnews.com/news/why-health-based-approach-cybersecurity-makes-sense?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExQWdMenE5RVVGZ2VBYU9sUnNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR7FikKNhNLHXVek3b5BK1r9Y_gyC4tXuQnUB05JzGs6n6gkXzS3T6jRhEvNcg_aem_v4a27FlF6z7tNyPJbE9D-g Buy the guide: https://www.theothersideofthefirewall.com/ Please LISTEN 🎧 LIKE 👍🏿 and SHARE ❤️ Thanks! Socials: Website - www.ramcyber.io Heroes Media Group: https://www.heroesmediagroup.com/shows/the-other-side-of-the-firewall/ Audio - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-other-side-of-the-firewall/id1542479181 YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@theothersideofthefirewall7511 ReppedFLIX - https://lnkd.in/eVis2CbS BlkTech+ - https://blktechplus.com/ WDJY 99.1 FM: https://www.wdjyfm.com/ TuneIn: https://lnkd.in/e2crcZU8 Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61556539026086 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/theothersideofthefw X (Twitter) - https://twitter.com/Ask_a_CISSP TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@ryanwilliams683 Medium - https://medium.com/@ryanwilliamssenior Subscribe to LinkedIn Newsletter - https://www.linkedin.com/build-relation/newsletter-follow?entityUrn=7172626552545865728 LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-other-side-of-the-firewall/ Ryan on Twitter, LinkedIn, Clubhouse, and Threads - @ryrysecurityguy Chris on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisabacon/ Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Cybersecurity News and Highlights 00:20 A Health-Based Approach to Cybersecurity in Healthcare #cybersecurity #cisa #deregulation
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    59 mins
  • AI Hacks Are Here Agentic AI Espionage, Cybersecurity Layoffs & Info Sharing Gaps

    AI Hacks Are Here Agentic AI Espionage, Cybersecurity Layoffs & Info Sharing Gaps
    Nov 19 2025
    The conversation delves into the alarming use of AI in espionage, highlighting a recent incident reported by Anthropic where AI tools were manipulated to conduct attacks on various global organizations. The discussion emphasizes the unprecedented nature of these threats and the significant role AI plays in modern cybersecurity challenges. Article: Anthropic warns state-linked actor abused its AI tool in sophisticated espionage campaign https://www.cybersecuritydive.com/news/anthropic-state-actor-ai-tool-espionage/805550/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExZzBzVlFKcDRKVzZLbmJ1T3NydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIIY2FsbHNpdGUBMgABHmJQUhzPLTfnQg0GYwFyPg3ARvkAWiKL6IZtIWEV7q5MgjQsVfHp1nipJKaT_aem_go7RwNdHcqn4lzSWflfhPg Cybersecurity Firm Deepwatch Fires One Third of Workforce for AI https://tech.co/news/cybersecurity-firm-deepwatch-fires-dozens-ai?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExZzBzVlFKcDRKVzZLbmJ1T3NydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIIY2FsbHNpdGUBMgABHlqDES7fqv92ODvciJ7E84px4O4JeOl2PpO47KtKihhVmbzhiPDk8PyZAxoA_aem_DHggk6C_uwwg_PLLcB2MJg Congress extends CISA 2015, but path to long-term reauthorization remains murky https://federalnewsnetwork.com/cybersecurity/2025/11/congress-extends-cisa-2015-but-path-to-long-term-reauthorization-remains-murky/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExZzBzVlFKcDRKVzZLbmJ1T3NydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIIY2FsbHNpdGUBMgABHk3k0ov9AK_1lZTBc7E8RiizrqvKCOoBpJNHQGWLgFw3ShwOmrLF8KllX7ES_aem_s_EruEoddKOwdCRNUu7vCw Buy the guide: https://www.theothersideofthefirewall.com/ Please LISTEN 🎧 LIKE 👍🏿 and SHARE ❤️ Thanks! Socials: Website - www.ramcyber.io Heroes Media Group: https://www.heroesmediagroup.com/shows/the-other-side-of-the-firewall/ Audio - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-other-side-of-the-firewall/id1542479181 YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@theothersideofthefirewall7511 ReppedFLIX - https://lnkd.in/eVis2CbS WDJY 99.1 FM: https://www.wdjyfm.com/ TuneIn: https://lnkd.in/e2crcZU8 Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61556539026086 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/theothersideofthefw X (Twitter) - https://twitter.com/Ask_a_CISSP TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@ryanwilliams683 Medium - https://medium.com/@ryanwilliamssenior Subscribe to LinkedIn Newsletter - https://www.linkedin.com/build-relation/newsletter-follow?entityUrn=7172626552545865728 LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-other-side-of-the-firewall/ Ryan on Twitter, LinkedIn, Clubhouse, and Threads - @ryrysecurityguy Chris on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisabacon/ BlkTech+: https://blktechplus.com/channel/2b659f9c-9f25-4b10-99f8-5f0a499d7d43 Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Cybersecurity and AI Threats 00:43 The Rise of AI in Cyber Espionage #cybersecurity #claude #agenticai
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    39 mins
  • Navigating Leadership in IT & Cyber Featuring Bryce Englin

    Navigating Leadership in IT & Cyber Featuring Bryce Englin
    Nov 11 2025
    Happy Veterans Day! In this episode of the Other Side of the Firewall podcast, host Ryan Williams Sr. interviews Bryce Englin, a retired Air Force veteran with extensive experience in IT and project management. They discuss the transition from military to civilian leadership, the importance of feedback and mentorship, and the challenges facing the IT and cybersecurity sectors today. Bryce emphasizes the need for organizations to empower their employees, build trust, and recognize individual contributions. The conversation also touches on the future of IT education, the role of certifications, and the significance of cybersecurity in a global context. Buy the guide: https://www.theothersideofthefirewall.com/ Please LISTEN 🎧 LIKE 👍🏿 and SHARE ❤️ Thanks!Contact Bryce Englin:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brycetenglin/ email: bryce@takeitto1000.com Socials: Website - www.ramcyber.io Heroes Media Group: https://www.heroesmediagroup.com/shows/the-other-side-of-the-firewall/ Audio - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-other-side-of-the-firewall/id1542479181 YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@theothersideofthefirewall7511 ReppedFLIX - https://lnkd.in/eVis2CbS WDJY 99.1 FM: https://www.wdjyfm.com/ TuneIn: https://lnkd.in/e2crcZU8 Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61556539026086 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/theothersideofthefw X (Twitter) - https://twitter.com/Ask_a_CISSP TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@ryanwilliams683 Medium - https://medium.com/@ryanwilliamssenior Subscribe to LinkedIn Newsletter - https://www.linkedin.com/build-relation/newsletter-follow?entityUrn=7172626552545865728 LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-other-side-of-the-firewall/ Ryan on Twitter, LinkedIn, Clubhouse, and Threads - @ryrysecurityguy Chris on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisabacon/ Chapters 00:00 Introduction to the Podcast and Guest 02:51 Bryce Englin's Military Background and Transition to Civilian Life 06:06 Leadership vs. Management in IT 09:07 The Importance of Feedback and Empowerment in Leadership 12:00 Rethinking Education and Training in IT 14:41 The Role of Certifications and Real-World Experience 17:41 Creating a Culture of Trust and Open Communication 20:43 Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in the Workplace 24:03 Recognizing and Valuing Employee Contributions 26:44 The Future of IT Hiring Practices 32:20 Navigating DOD IT Challenges 34:39 Cybersecurity in International Relations 36:33 Understanding Cybersecurity's Evolving Landscape 38:36 The Importance of Cybersecurity in Infrastructure 41:26 Empowering Organizational Culture 45:39 Ethics and Accountability in Cybersecurity 48:15 Balancing Work and Personal Life 52:23 Parenting in the Digital Age #cybersecurity #management #organizationalculture
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    52 mins
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