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CYBER CONNECT PODCAST

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Welcome to the SECURE | CYBER CONNECT Podcast: Hosted by Jay Adamson & Warren Atkinson, joined by leaders in Information & Cyber Security, Technology & Talent Acquisition. From across Venture Capital, Private Equity, Public & Private sectors, Guests share their Personal Journeys, Diverse Perspectives, offering Advice & Guidance. SECURE | CYBER CONNECT Community, is an exclusive online community platform, providing a range of collaborative solutions for Technology, Information & Cyber Security Professionals at No-Cost. 👥 JOIN THE SECURE | CYBER CONNECT COMMUNITY: https://smart-connect-cyber.mn.co/ ✅ Learn More: https://linktr.ee/securecyberconnect 🗓️ NEW EPISODES available every week 📺 WATCH MORE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCRzUBDsLBZcCYFEVZNwYSqg 🔔Please SUBSCRIBE, LIKE and SHARE - Thank You #InformationSecurity #CyberSecurity #Recruitment #InfoSec #AI #Careers #Jobs #VC #StartUp #Technology

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June 20, 2026

AI, infosec and cyber career guide: What skills actually beat AI hype and burnout?

Are you tired of AI hype and "entry-level" cybersecurity roles that demand a decade of experience? We sit down with frontline experts from HSBC, Salesforce, and AXA to bypass the broken hiring system, revealing the exact skills you need to land your first infosec job and survive SOC burnout. 00:00 - Introduction: Meet the panel of cybersecurity experts and alumni. 00:28 - How to Get Your First Cybersecurity Job: From online CTFs to networking. 08:15 - What are the Biggest Cybersecurity Trends in 2026? AI and pen-testing. 13:00 - How to Deal with Alert Fatigue & SOC Burnout: Processing 500+ tickets a day. 18:45 - Do You Need a Cyber Degree? (And University Regrets). 27:10 - How to Stand Out to Tech Employers in a Tough Market. 33:40 - The Most In-Demand Cybersecurity Skills Right Now: Soft skills and board translation. 39:15 - AI in Cybersecurity: Can It Be Trusted for Defense? 45:00 - The Weakest Link in Security: Humans vs. Outdated Tech. 48:20 - Deepfakes & Digital Evidence: Can We Still Trust Our Eyes? 52:10 - Data Privacy & GDPR: Why Global Banks Must Store Your Data. 55:30 - Mental Health in Tech: Expert Tips to Prevent Burnout & Skill Fade. 58:45 - Q&A: Is the AI Security Boom Just Marketing Hype? 01:01:07 - Final Thoughts & Outro. Endlessly tweaking your CV and hitting the "Easy Apply" button is the fastest way to kill your tech career right now. The industry is currently undergoing a massive course correction, and the traditional pathways for breaking into tech are effectively closed to those who don't know the new rules of the game. In this exclusive panel edition of the SECURE | CYBER CONNECT Podcast, Warren Atkinson and Jay Adamson bring you straight to those working on the frontline. We bypass the corporate buzzwords and AI marketing hype to give you an unfiltered, insider POV blueprint to navigating the hidden job market, protecting your mental bandwidth, and securing a resilient, long-term career in cybersecurity. . 🎯 WHY THIS EPISODE IS CRITICAL FOR YOUR JOURNEY: • STUDENTS: Learn how to stop playing it safe and territorial. Discover why maximizing university life means moving past internal job boards, joining active tech societies, building home lab environments, and creating open-source portfolios that force employers to notice you. • GRADUATES: Break through the gatekeeping. Discover why you shouldn't let unrealistic LinkedIn job adverts- which look like they are trying to hire an entire SOC in a single, entry-level role- intimidate you from taking your shot. • PROFESSIONALS: Learn the vital skill of identifying when your employer handles your mental health correctly. Discover how speaking up to a reasonable manager can unlock accommodations, hybrid adjustments, or isolated deep-work time to keep you highly productive. • LEADERS: Stop having conversations about talent without having talent at the table. Understand why leadership must shift away from rigid, AI-generated certification checklists and move toward continuous personal development, standardized frameworks, and building human-centric technical defences. MEET THE PANEL: 🔹 Dalian Terry - Senior Product Security Engineer at Salesforce. Embedded inside global organisations for over six years, Dylan is an expert in application security engineering, security automation, and threat modeling frameworks. 🔹 Brett Wright - Incident Response Analyst at HSBC. A graduate of Sheffield Hallam University, Brett specialises in high-stakes incident response, fraud mitigation and managing digital risks within global banking compliance. 🔹 Eleanor Wardman - Senior Information Protection Analyst at AXA UK. Specialising in data loss prevention, risk management, and security architecture, Eleanor focuses on fine-tuning enterprise detections to alleviate alert fatigue. 🔹 Olly Wright - Advanced Computer Network Master's Student at Sheffield Hallam University. Oliver’s advanced research focuses directly on the convergence of automated AI penetration testing wit

June 6, 2026

Job red flags. Before during and after the offer (AI deepfakes and scams) and how to stand out

If you are feeling burnt out, ghosted, or incredibly frustrated by the current hiring landscape, you are not alone. You are putting in the hours, tailoring your CVs, and doing everything right, only to find yourself navigating an absolute minefield just to get an interview. Speaking directly to 50–60 job seekers every single week, I hear your stories firsthand. I see exactly why incredibly talented, hard-working people are getting blocked by a fundamentally broken system. This industry must be accessible to everyone—whether you are a career changer, an underrepresented professional, or part of the next generation (like my own nieces and nephew) looking for a fair start. You shouldn't have to fight through scams just to get your foot in the door. But the reality of the 2026 job market is brutal. Fake job adverts and fraudulent recruiters have surged by 500% over the last 24 months. Scammers are actively deploying "harvest now, use later" tactics to steal your personal data, and deepfake technology is now being weaponized against you live on camera during the interview process. You need a way to fight back. In this special edition episode of the SECURE | CYBER CONNECT Podcast, Jay and I are pulling back the curtain on the modern job search. We aren't just giving you theory; we are giving you the exact blueprint to protect your identity, cut through the noise, and finally secure the role you deserve. 🚨 What You Will Discover in This Episode: 5 Red Flags Before You Apply for a Job: Why hitting the easy "Quick Apply" button traps your CV in outdated tracking systems, and the specific "shopping list" of 5+ certifications that proves a company has no idea what they are doing. How to Spot a Fake Recruiter & Deepfake Interview: Scammers are using AI to clone interviewers. We break down the simple physical camera test—like passing your hand in front of your face—to expose a deepfake live on a call. 5 Job Interview Red Flags (And Warning Signs After the Offer): The subtle bait-and-switch tactics, such as evasive responses about your daily tasks, lacking visible DEI initiatives, and below-market salary traps you must watch out for before signing a contract. How to Answer Interview Questions About AI: The exact strategies you need to bring up regarding Agentic AI and post-quantum cryptography to "shift security left". This will instantly outrank other candidates and prove your forward-thinking value. Build Your Personal Brand & Stand Out: Your voice and community presence matter significantly more than your resume. Discover how to leverage automated tools to reclaim 20 hours a month on content creation without losing your authentic edge. • 30 Free AI Courses & Tools: Get our curated list of 20 foundational free AI courses, 10 advanced courses, and 10 highly effective free tools. • Free CIO Guide: Download the 30-page AI-First Enterprises guide to master AI governance and talk like an executive in your next interview. 🚀 Level Up Your Career (Free Tools & Resources): Our core mission is to make career growth accessible to absolutely everyone. ✅ Join the Ecosystem: Get FREE access to salary guides, career pathways, certs, resources, tools, and opportunities, as well as our new platform helping with both individual and organisational growth. Use the code “NEXTGEN”: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdiJ3kC2UDadnnLfP91u2K18XEiwV9n7J-l_-Dt8icUzP00bA/viewform?pli=1 🔔 We appreciate your support - Please SUBSCRIBE, LIKE and SHARE to encourage diverse and inclusive knowledge sharing.

May 30, 2026

Harvest now, decrypt later: The quantum data threat and how to future-proof your career

Are you feeling overwhelmed by the endless cycle of tech buzzwords? You are expected to protect your organisation, stay ahead of the curve, and advance your career, all while navigating a sea of confusing vendor hype and impossible expectations. If you are frustrated by an industry that constantly demands you learn how to code, when what it actually desperately needs are clear communicators and strategic leaders- you are not alone. The transition to a new era of digital security is already happening, and it is creating one of the biggest professional opportunities of our generation. The industry doesn't just need more software engineers; it needs everyday professionals who can translate complex concepts into real-world business strategies that the boardroom actually understands. In this high-stakes edition of the SECURE | CYBER CONNECT Podcast, Jay and I are joined by deep-tech leaders Anna Beata Kalisz Hedegaard and Niki Harris from QSECDEF. We strip away the intimidating jargon to give you the exact blueprint for future-proofing your career, protecting your organization's data today, and stepping into a highly valued leadership role during the greatest technological shift of the decade. 🔥 WHAT YOU'LL DISCOVER: 00:00:00 – The Quantum Heist: They Are Already Stealing Your Data 00:02:34 – Why Everyday Professionals Need to Care About Quantum 00:04:51 – Exposing the Broken Global Quantum Ecosystem 00:07:04 – How to Spot Vendor Rubbish and Build Real Trust 00:10:46 – The 2026 Government Mandates (And Why We Aren't Ready) 00:12:44 – The Reality of the "Harvest Now, Decrypt Later" Threat 00:16:39 – AI vs Quantum: The Dangerous Budget Trap 00:17:25 – Why Waiting for 'Q-Day' Will Destroy Your Business 00:21:10 – The Two Exact Questions CISOs Must Ask the Board Today 00:24:05 – How to Survive the Quantum Shift on a Tight Budget 00:26:38 – Step 1: Your Cryptographic Inventory 00:33:36 – What Quantum Needs to Learn from Cyber’s Past Failures 00:37:12 – The Real Industry Choke Point: Executive Illiteracy 00:39:47 – Translating High-Level Policy into Commercial Reality 00:42:23 – Will AI Break Crypto Before Quantum Even Arrives? 00:45:20 – The Hidden Threat Inside Your Cloud Supply Chain 00:50:01 – Why Risk "Translators" Will Soon Own the Industry 00:51:37 – How Women in Tech Can Claim Their Seat at the Leadership Table 00:54:06 – Generalists vs Specialists: Who Actually Wins in Cyber? 00:57:05 – Leading Globally While Ignoring the Hype 01:03:30 – Bypass the SECURE | CYBER CONNECT Platform Waitlist 🔹 Anna Beata Kalisz Hedegaard - Anna is the CEO and Founder of QSECDEF. With a background spanning Theoretical Cosmology, Nanoscience, and Global Defense, she has built the world’s most trusted vendor-neutral platform for the quantum ecosystem, connecting over 1,000 members across 40+ countries. 🔹 Niki Harris - Niki is the North American Policy Director for QSECDEF. Formerly an AI Policy lead at Canada's Department of National Defence (DND), she specializes in bridging the gap between elite military mandates and practical, board-ready security strategies. 🎁Learn More About QSECDEF Here: https://www.qsecdef.com 👇 The Challenge: What is the most "overhyped" tech buzzword that is actually distracting us from real security right now? Name it in the comments below! ✅ Join the Ecosystem, use code ‘QSECDEF’ and bypass the waiting list: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdiJ3kC2UDadnnLfP91u2K18XEiwV9n7J-l_-Dt8icUzP00bA/viewform?pli=1

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What is CYBER CONNECT PODCAST?: Welcome to the SECURE | CYBER CONNECT Podcast: Hosted by Jay Adamson & Warren Atkinson, joined by leaders in Information & Cyber Security, Technology & Talent Acquisition. From across Venture Capital, Private Equity, Public & Private sectors, Guests share their Personal Journeys, Diverse Perspectives, offering Advice & Guidance.

SECURE | CYBER CONNECT Community, is an exclusive online community platform, providing a range of collaborative solutions for Technology, Information & Cyber Security Professionals at No-Cost.

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