From Special Forces to Cybersecurity: Ricoh Danielson’s Journey to CISO and Digital Forensics

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In this episode, host Joe sits down with Ricoh Danielson, a former Special Forces operator turned cybersecurity expert and CISO. Ricoh shares his incredible journey—from nine combat rotations overseas to law school, and eventually a career pivot into IT and digital forensics. Discover how military discipline, resilience, and adaptability shaped his path to leadership in incident response and ransomware negotiation. Packed with insights on cybersecurity careers, leadership mentality, and the future of satellite warfare, this conversation is a must-listen for aspiring security professionals and military transitioners. Connect with Ricoh at firstresponder.us or on Instagram
@rico_danielson_. Subscribe for more inspiring stories!

00:00 - Introduction to Ricoh Danielson

02:17 - Military Background and Special Forces Transition

06:40 - Career Pivot to IT and Cybersecurity

16:58 - Leadership Lessons in Cyber

35:40 - Digital Forensics and Ransomware Insights

47:56 - How to Connect with Ricoh

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From Special Forces to Cybersecurity: Ricoh Danielson’s Journey to CISO and Digital Forensics

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00:00 - Introduction to Ricoh Danielson

02:17 - Military Background and Special Forces Transition

06:40 - Career Pivot to IT and Cybersecurity

16:58 - Leadership Lessons in Cyber

35:40 - Digital Forensics and Ransomware Insights

47:56 - How to Connect with Ricoh

Digital Disruption with Geoff Nielson
Discover how technology is reshaping our lives and livelihoods.
Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify

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Chapters

1. From Special Forces to Cybersecurity: Ricoh Danielson’s Journey to CISO and Digital Forensics (00:00:00)

2. [Ad] Digital Disruption with Geoff Nielson (00:13:42)

3. (Cont.) From Special Forces to Cybersecurity: Ricoh Danielson’s Journey to CISO and Digital Forensics (00:14:21)

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