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S3 E1: Building Effective Cyber Defense Teams with Fletus Poston III
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In this episode of Simply Defensive, hosts Josh Mason and Wade Wells are joined by special guest Fletus Poston III, a seasoned cyber defense expert with nearly 18 years of experience.
Learn about the complexities of cyber defense in various industries, discussing the pros and cons of regulatory red tape, the impact of audits on cybersecurity, and the dynamics between internal and external red teams.
Fletus shares valuable insights on mentorship, career advice for aspiring SOC analysts, and the importance of understanding different perspectives within the industry.
Whether you're new to cybersecurity or a seasoned professional, this episode offers a deep dive into the real-world challenges and strategies in the field.
Connect with Fletus on YouTube at @fletusposton and on LinkedIn.
00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction
00:55 Discussing Industry Regulations
01:34 Challenges with Auditing
04:46 Red Team vs Blue Team Dynamics
08:34 Career Journey in Cybersecurity
11:16 Building and Managing SOCs
13:34 Internal vs External SOC Management
17:05 Maintaining SOC Analyst Morale
18:22 Testing and Tabletops
18:36 Disaster Recovery Scenarios
19:16 Level One Analysts and Guardrails
19:38 Tierless SOCs and Escalation
20:13 Choosing the Right SOC Environment
21:26 Understanding Documentation and SOPs
22:25 Advice for Aspiring SOC Analysts
24:21 Work-Life Balance in SOC Roles
29:32 Reverse Mentorship and Cross-Training
31:01 Finding the Right Company Culture
34:57 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
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