The Cyber Queens

The Cyber Queens LIVE WiCyS Annual Conference and Salon Recap We've all seen the posts, recaps, gratitude, and takeaways from the WiCyS Annual Conference which took place in Nashville last week. The Cyber Queens attended peripherally and hosted a few events with our closed community affiliate Hacker in Heels; among them, our first ever dinner salon! Come join us as we recap the experience and value you can expect from WiCyS attendance.

I have some bittersweet news for all of The Cyber Queens fans out there: 🏳️🌈 Maril Vernon, CEH, MSCSIA and Stacey Champagne have made the decision to conclude The Cyber Queens Podcast. Producing a podcast is no easy endeavor. It requires investment of personal capital and many hours on nights and weekends to: - source guests - write scripts - make graphics - edit and publish the recordings The Cyber Queens Podcast benefitted from an amazing squad of generous and talented volunteers whom we thank deeply for their support! Since 2022, the Cyber Queens Podcast produced 60 episodes with the goal of increasing representation of women and minorities in cyber, and fostering a more diverse, inclusive, and honest environment to welcome the next generation of minority professionals. The Cyber Queens Podcast provided a platform for voices and ideas that challenged the status quo. Topics have included everything from salary negotiations to breaking into cyber strategies, all the way to succeeding into the C-Suite. To date, the podcast has received over 15,000 views and nearly 10,000 downloads. In December 2023 it was recognized with the SANS Institute Difference Makers Award as Podcast or Livestream of the Year, a testament to the desire and value of the unique perspectives the show provides.o However, as the cybersecurity landscape is ever-evolving, so too are the professional and personal lives of the co-hosts. 👩💻 Maril will be taking the time to plan her foray into organizational leadership and finally sit for the CISSP we had a squad for this year. Stacey will be heads down on new offerings and courses for the Hacker in Heels Insiders community. 👩❤️👨 We’ll both be taking time to enjoy family after a long season of “hustle” and #girlbossing very, very hard. 🧘♀️ But most importantly, we’ll be making more time for fun, healing, and goals outside of cyber which contribute to mental wellness and being more present in our personal lives. (Did you know Stacey does BJJ?) Fear not! Cyber Queens will continue to be available on Apple Podcasts while the material and advice are relevant. And in celebration of such an impressive, successful endeavor that has been the Cyber Queens Podcast, Maril (the OG Founding Co-Host!) will be revisiting the catalog of recordings and curating a playlist of the most favored and impactful episodes, including those never-before-published. 🎧 Make sure you are subscribed to the show to get notified when the playlist is published—one episode weekly starting on June 21, 2024 and continuing on until the end of the summer. We’re so excited for the next chapters of our careers and lives and w have loved sharing our Fridays with you all. Thank you for your enduring support! -Maril & Stacey 🩷💜💛 #womenincybersecurity #cybersecurity #cybersecuritypodcast

The Cyber Queens LIVE Behind the Scenes with MITRE ATT&CK & Red Teaming! In this episode The Cyber Queens are joined by Cat Self: CTI specialist, Red Teamer, Female Cyber Leader, & all around inclusivity badass. Cat shares her journey from serving in the army to becoming a leading expert in red teaming for MITRE ATT&CK and Evaluations. She delves into her contributions to pushing and managing the ATT&CK framework, her thoughts on its future developments, and her experiences in public speaking. Cat also provides valuable tips for submitting successful Call for Presentations (CFPs), making this episode a must-listen for aspiring cybersecurity professionals.

The Cyber Queens LIVE Breaking Barriers | AFP’s First Female Spokesperson In this episode, Colonel Frances Padilla shares her journey into cybersecurity, highlighting her role as the first female spokesperson for the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP). She discusses the unique challenges she faced and overcame and offers insights into the cybersecurity landscape in the Philippines. Colonel Padilla also provides valuable advice for women aspiring to enter the cybersecurity field and discusses initiatives in the Phillippines to support them.

The Cyber Queens LIVE RSAC 2024 Recap Missed out on RSA this year? Join us as we distill the event!

The Cyber Queens LIVE Navigating AI Security with Chloe Messdaghi Join us on "The Cyber Queens" podcast as we delve into the realms of AI security and leadership with distinguished cybersecurity executive Chloe Messdaghi. Chloe shares her expert insights on securing AI technologies, overcoming challenges like imposter syndrome, and the importance of fearless learning and impactful leadership in tech. Tune in for a dynamic discussion filled with actionable advice that aims to empower and educate emerging leaders and security professionals in the rapidly evolving field of AI.

The Cyber Queens LIVE Harnessing the Power of Cyber Conferences In this episode of Cyber Queens, Maril and Stacey unpack their strategies for maximizing the full value of attending a cyber conference. From mastering the art of 'lobbyconning' to FOMO, prioritizing, and networking- they provide actionable advice for attendees, especially job hunters, to make the most of these opportunities. Wrapping up with a shoutout to the upcoming WiCyS Annual Conference and a big thank you our Hacker in Heels Salon sponsor Twingate! This episode is a must-listen for any woman looking to elevate her cyber career.

The Cyber Queens LIVE Uncommon Approaches to Diversity in Cyber The way you are raised, your values, the social movements you’ve experienced, and how you are treated because of who you are (or who you are not!) all shape how you interpret and solve challenges. How does that impact your cybersecurity career? For companies—how does that impact the performance of your cybersecurity teams?This week we sit down with Kathryn Wang, VP of Public Sector at HUMAN Security, to discuss the necessity of diversity in cybersecurity. Listen in and learn how seemingly unrelated skills and experiences are exactly what’s needed to improve how our teams, our companies, and the world does cybersecurity.

The Cyber Queens LIVE Shifting the Power in the Cyber Job Interview It may not always feel like it, but YOU have power in the interview process! In this episode of the Cyber Queens Podcast, we’re helping you show up, stand out, and—most importantly—stand UP for what you deserve from your next employer. From strategic questions to ask and red flags to avoid, listen in to get practical tips that will have hiring managers scrambling to make you offers. PLUS we’ve got exactly the advice you need to hear to save you from job interviewing headache and heartache. We’re here to remind you how valuable you really are. Get ready to show up to your next interview confident, brilliant, and bold.

The Cyber Queens LIVE Dominating the Cybersecurity Networking Game The advice we've heard lately if you're on the job hunt is not to be endlessly submitting applications, but instead to be networking. But WTF does that really mean? Even if you found yourself in a room full of people how to you make an impact and leverage those introductions, conversations, and connections into tangible opportunities? In this game-changing episode of the Cyber Queens podcast, we dive deep into the world of networking with the dynamic Mariana Padilla, a visionary leader and the Co-founder and CEO of HACKERverse. Known for her relentless drive to smash the status quo, Mariana brings a wealth of knowledge and an unconventional approach to building meaningful connections in both the digital and physical realms.