EP05 - From Linux to Leadership: CI/CD, Certifications & Open Source Realities | ft. Anant Shrivastava (Founder, Cyfinoid Research)

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The Abhisek Cast

Abhisek Rajkumar

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The Abhisek Cast brings unfiltered conversations with people who have real insights into cybersecurity. These episodes are for cybersecurity enthusiasts, curious learners, and anyone deeply interested in the field. Each one offers practical takeaways and a real-world view of how cybersecurity works—beyond the buzzwords. We focus on quality to ensure your time is well spent and that you leave with something genuinely useful to guide your learning or career journey.

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EP05 - From Linux to Leadership: CI/CD, Certifications & Open Source Realities | ft. Anant Shrivastava (Founder, Cyfinoid Research)

The Abhisek Cast

1 hour 8 minutes 37 seconds

3 months ago

EP05 - From Linux to Leadership: CI/CD, Certifications & Open Source Realities | ft. Anant Shrivastava (Founder, Cyfinoid Research)

In this thought-provoking episode, Abhisek talks with Anant Shrivastava, Founder of Cyfinoid Research, about the raw, unfiltered realities of security careers — from his early journey with Linux in 2000 to leading teams, building open-source tools, and mentoring the next generation of security professionals.

Anant offers a candid view on:

Whether certifications are worth it.
Why open source isn’t what it used to be — and that’s not necessarily bad.
The truth about CI/CD and DevSecOps pipelines.
What really goes on behind closed doors in conference CFP selections.
How students and professionals alike can build relevant skills with purpose.

We also touch on the role of AI in workflows, the importance of community support, and the enduring value of curiosity in learning.

Whether you’re a student, early-career professional, or seasoned expert — this episode will leave you with insights, clarity, and a sense of direction.