Episodes

From Military to Cybersecurity: John Rodriguez on Mentorship, Ransomware, and Building Resilient Defenses
June 17, 2025x
27
00:48:5844.84 MB

From Military to Cybersecurity: John Rodriguez on Mentorship, Ransomware, and Building Resilient Defenses

The Phillip Wylie Show episode featuring John Rodriguez from Cyber Dagger : 🔍 Episode Summary: In this episode of The Phillip Wylie Show , cybersecurity expert John Rodriguez , founder of Cyber Dagger , shares his inspiring journey from the military to launching a cybersecurity company. John dives...

Dan DeCloss: The Evolution of Cybersecurity
June 11, 2025x
26
00:37:0133.89 MB

Dan DeCloss: The Evolution of Cybersecurity

Summary In this episode of the Phillip Wylie Show, host Phillip Wylie speaks with Dan DeCloss, founder of PlexTrac, about his journey in cybersecurity, the evolution of pen testing, and the challenges faced in the industry. Dan shares his hacker origin story, insights on recruiting talent, and the ...

Ashley Sequeira: The Importance of Community in Cybersecurity
June 10, 2025x
25
00:27:2725.14 MB

Ashley Sequeira: The Importance of Community in Cybersecurity

Summary In this episode of the Phillip Wylie Show, Ashley Sequeira shares her journey into cybersecurity, discussing her new role at Census, her hacker origin story, and the importance of community and networking in the field. She provides valuable advice for those looking to break into cybersecuri...

Eric Cole: From CIA to Cybersecurity
June 03, 2025x
24
00:34:3731.7 MB

Eric Cole: From CIA to Cybersecurity

Summary In this episode of the Phillip Wylie Show, Dr. Eric Cole shares his journey from a computer science student to a cybersecurity expert with a rich history at the CIA. He discusses the importance of personal branding in the cybersecurity field, the transition from offensive to defensive secur...

Chris Traynor: Hack Your Way Into a Cyber Security Career
May 27, 2025x
23
00:31:1928.69 MB

Chris Traynor: Hack Your Way Into a Cyber Security Career

Summary In this episode of the Phillip Wylie Show, Chris Traynor shares his journey into the cybersecurity field, discussing his hacker origin story, the impact of post-breach opportunities, and the nuances of breaking into offensive security. He emphasizes the importance of hands-on experience, th...

From Hacking to Entrepreneurship: The PhantomSec Story
May 20, 2025x
22
00:34:3931.73 MB

From Hacking to Entrepreneurship: The PhantomSec Story

Summary In this episode of the Phillip Wylie Show, host Phillip Wylie engages with cybersecurity experts Grant Smith and Justin Perez, exploring their unique journeys into the world of hacking and cybersecurity. The conversation delves into their origins as hackers, the founding of their company Ph...

Luke McOmie: Pyr0's Red Team Journey
May 13, 2025x
21
00:42:0938.6 MB

Luke McOmie: Pyr0's Red Team Journey

Summary In this episode of the Phillip Wylie Show, Phillip Wylie interviews Luke McOmie, also known as Pyro, a prominent figure in the hacker and cybersecurity community. They discuss the value of smaller conferences, Luke's journey into hacking, memorable red teaming experiences, and the impor...

Evan Dornbush: Desired Effect
May 06, 2025x
20
00:36:5633.81 MB

Evan Dornbush: Desired Effect

Summary In this episode of the Phillip Wylie Show, host Phillip Wylie interviews Evan Dornbush, a seasoned cybersecurity professional with a rich history in the field. They discuss Evan's journey from a summer internship focused on cybercrime to his work with the NSA and his entrepreneurial venture...

Tim Fowler: Space Security The Final Cyber Frontier
May 02, 2025x
19
00:47:5843.92 MB

Tim Fowler: Space Security The Final Cyber Frontier

Summary In this episode of the Phillip Wylie Show, Tim Fowler discusses the importance of networking and community in the cybersecurity field. He emphasizes the value of continuous learning, mentorship, and sharing knowledge to foster growth within the industry. Tim also shares his personal journey...