Transforming Security: Robert Siciliano's Blueprint for Cyber Awareness |Breaking into Cybersecurity

Robert Siciliano's Journey: From Personal Trauma to Cybersecurity Expert

In this episode of Breaking into Cybersecurity, Robert Siciliano shares his unique pathway into the cybersecurity industry. Starting with a traumatic childhood incident, Robert's interest in security was sparked and further solidified by various personal experiences, including identity theft. Over decades, he evolved his expertise to encompass both physical and virtual security, making significant strides in educating others about risk management and security awareness. Robert discusses how personal experiences shape professional behaviors and emphasizes the importance of making security relatable and holistic. His approach contrasts traditional technical training, aiming to instill a deeper appreciation for security in both personal and professional contexts.

00:00 Introduction to the Episode
00:46 Robert's Early Life and Initial Interest in Security
02:56 First Encounter with Cybersecurity
05:32 Transition to Cybersecurity Awareness Training
09:14 Challenges in Security Awareness
13:37 Holistic Approach to Security
27:28 Communicating Security to the Next Generation
32:38 Conclusion and Final Thoughts


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Renee Small is the CEO of Cyber Human Capital, one of the leading human resources business partners in the field of cybersecurity, and author of the Amazon #1 best-selling book, Magnetic Hiring: Your Company's Secret Weapon to Attracting Top Cyber Security Talent. She is committed to helping leaders close the cybersecurity talent gap by hiring from within and encouraging more people to enter the lucrative cybersecurity profession.   / reneebrownsmall  
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Christophe Foulon focuses on helping secure people and processes, drawing on a solid understanding of the technologies involved. He has over ten years of experience as an Information Security Manager and Cybersecurity Strategist. He is passionate about customer service, process improvement, and information security. He has significant expertise in optimizing technology use while balancing its implications for people, processes, and information security, through a consultative approach.

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