Today we chat with Debon Grady, an IT Security Specialist with the South Carolina Department of Mental Health. Debon shares his unique path from music education major to cybersecurity expert, discussing key moments, valuable skills learned, and the importance of mentorship.
Discover his thoughts on the relationship between red and blue teams, the significance of continuous learning, and his hobbies including video games and latte art. Stay tuned for rapid-fire questions and insights into Devin's approach to career success in cybersecurity.
Episode Links:
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ldgv
- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DebonairCyber
- Discord: Debonair Cyber
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction and Background
00:06 Discovering Cybersecurity
00:45 Podcast Introduction
01:23 Devin's Journey into Cybersecurity
04:58 Skills from Music to Cybersecurity
06:48 Mentorship and Career Advice
08:55 Certifications and Job Search
15:23 Red Team vs Blue Team
17:03 Learning New Tools
19:17 Personal Interests and Hobbies
24:34 Rapid Fire Questions
26:58 Final Thoughts and Farewell
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Connect with your host: James R. McQuiggan:
LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/jmcquiggan
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@jamesmcquiggancissp
Website: https://jamesmcquiggan.com
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jamesmcquiggan.cissp
Email: James@jamesmcquiggan.com
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Video Editing / Sound Engineering: Matthew Bliss, MB Podcasts - https://www.mbpod.com
YouTube Title Graphic: London Company
Video Podcast graphics: Katie McQuiggan (www.katiemcquiggan.com)
Music Provided by: AppleHillStudios at Envato Elements
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