Fighting Ransomware On Your First Day : Joan’s Journey to SOC Lead

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CyBytes

Nik Mohanlal

6 episodes

2 months ago

CyBytes is a podcast that features bite-sized conversations with tech and cybersecurity pros - sharing insights, stories, and actionable advice to help you navigate and thrive in the industry

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CyBytes is a podcast that features bite-sized conversations with tech and cybersecurity pros - sharing insights, stories, and actionable advice to help you navigate and thrive in the industry

Fighting Ransomware On Your First Day : Joan’s Journey to SOC Lead

CyBytes

1 hour 14 minutes

7 months ago

Fighting Ransomware On Your First Day : Joan’s Journey to SOC Lead

🔥 “You don’t need to be handed a role — you build into it.” - Joan Vidal

In todays episode, Joan shares his remarkable journey from a curious high school student to a cybersecurity professional in the UAE.

He discusses his early influences, the challenges he faced in transitioning to cybersecurity roles, and the pivotal moments that shaped his career.

Joan emphasizes the importance of curiosity, continuous learning, and the value of certifications in the cybersecurity field.

He also touches on his passion for voice acting and his desire to support the Dominican community in the UAE by sharing valuable information and experiences.

Get in touch!
Joan Vidal - LinkedIn, Instagram
Nik Mohanlal - LinkedIn

Timestamps

00:00 The Journey into Cybersecurity
01:40 Early Experiences and Career Development
02:20 Transitioning into Cybersecurity Roles
04:57 The Impact of Curiosity in Cybersecurity
08:10 Facing Challenges and Building Skills
10:21 Defining Moments in Cybersecurity
13:03 The Thrill of Real-Time Incident Response
16:59 Navigating Ransomware Challenges
20:31 The Excitement of Cyber Defense
22:24 Red Teaming Insights and Community Engagement
24:32 The Joy of Incident Response
27:29 Bridging Programming and Cybersecurity
30:36 The Importance of Community in Cybersecurity
31:22 Certifications: A Pathway to Cybersecurity Mastery
40:41 The Value of Cybersecurity Certifications
43:36 The Shift Towards Practical Cyber Training
46:54 Challenges in the Cybersecurity Landscape
52:32 Exploring Voice Acting as a Passion
58:34 Supporting the Dominican Community in UAE
01:05:40 Advice for Aspiring Cybersecurity Professionals

Takeaways

Joan's journey in cybersecurity began in high school.
He transitioned from IT support to cybersecurity roles.
Curiosity drives Joan's passion for investigations in cybersecurity.
Facing a ransomware incident was a defining moment for him.
He emphasizes the importance of foundational knowledge in cybersecurity.
Joan has experience in both red teaming and blue teaming.
He values certifications like CISSP for career advancement.
Joan encourages aspiring professionals to apply widely for job opportunities.
He shares his passion for voice acting and its connection to his acting dreams.
Joan aims to support the Dominican community in the UAE through knowledge sharing.