Darren and Mike discuss the huge Jaguar Land Rover hack, how it happened, why it SHOULD NOT have happened, and what can be learned.   BONUS - A scammer calls during the show and we take it live to have some fun. Give a listen tell a friend.

Mike is back from holiday to join Darren as they take a dive into the Dark Web, after first explaining the difference between the Surface Web, Deep Web, and Dark Web.  This is a largely visual episode so check out the YouTube version if you are so inclined.  Give a listen, tell a friend.

With the Kingsman out I was join by three experts to discuss the current state of cyber insurance in 2025. Thank you to Dara Gibson, Paige Hanson and Matthew Waddell for joining the podcast to break it down. Give a listen tell a friend.  Guest information: Dara Gibson: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dara-gibson/ and https://cybersecurityreadinessadvisors.com/ Paige Hanson: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hello-paige-hanson/ and https://securelabs.ai Matthew Waddell: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthew-waddell/ and Tacticallysecure.com and his upcoming book, Surviveransomware.com

In this episode the fellas walk you through securing the Edge Browser.  Can you secure yours in less time than it takes to boil water or tea?  (FYI, The CyBUr Guy doesn't drink tea!) Give a listen, tell a friend.  Find out more about The Kingsman at lhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-mcquade-042271303/ or The CyBUr Guy at linkedin.com/in/darrenmott.   Find our more about Five Eyes LTD at www.fiveeyesltd.com

This week Darren flies solo as we talks to Ruta Kuisyte from The Coding Temple (codingtemple.com) to discuss boot camps, second careers, and what the business community if looking for with all its vacant cybersecurity jobs.  Give a listen tell a friend.

The CyBUr Guy podcast is now the Kingsman and the CyBUr Guy podcast, which can be found at all the same outlets as the original CyBUr Guy Podcast.  I am dual-posting the latest episode here in the hope that you will subscribe to the new show.  Email darren@thecyburguy.com if you have questions.   In this Episode of the Kingsman and the CyBUr Guy Podcast, it is really just three Blokes in a Pub talking spy and cyber stuff Give a listen, tell a friend and subscribe to the new podcast.

The Kingsman, Michael McQuade of StarApex Consulting rejoins to podcast to talk a host of issues: 1) Convincing Companies about the need for cybersecurity 2) An analogy of climate change to cybersecurity, in regards to convincing people to do the thing 3) Other topics about The Cybers™. Give a listen, tell a friend.

The CyBUr Guy podcast returns with a special episode that poses several interesting philosophical questions for businesses as they pertain to cybersecurity.  Most importantly, what would happen if all the cybersecurity companies in the world said, "To heck with it, no one is listening, we'll just close up shop. GOOD LUCK TO Y'ALL!" I am joined by my UK friend Michael McQuade for this, and some other questions.  Give a listen, tell a friend. Questions, thoughts, and comments can be sent to darren@thecyburguy.com.

This episode includes a rebroadcasting of the latest episode of the Tactical Cyber Podcast that was live at the 2025 Southeast Cyber Summit in Birmingham. If includes a discussion of the conference by Darren and his Tactical Cyber Podcast co-host Paul Perry of Warren Averett. Give a listen, tell a friend.

I am excited to welcome one of the smartest guys in cybersecurity land Matt Lee of Pax8 to discuss how cyber post-mortems and using them to develop killchains.  Lots of genius in this episode. Give a listen, tell a friend. Thoughts are always welcome at darren@thecyburguy.com.

In this episode of the CyBUr Guy Podcast, I sit down with Brian Burnett, Director of Cyber for the North Carolina Electrical Cooperative, to discuss the unique cybersecurity challenges facing Operational Technology (OT) networks. From power grids to industrial control systems, OT environments are increasingly targeted by cyber threats, making robust security measures more critical than ever. Brian shares his insights on: The key differences between IT and OT security Threats to critical infrastructure and real-world attack scenarios The challenges of securing legacy systems in OT networks How cooperatives and utility providers are adapting to evolving cyber risks Best practices for enhancing OT resilience This episode is a must-listen for cybersecurity professionals, infrastructure operators, and anyone interested in the intersection of cybersecurity and critical infrastructure. 🎧 Listen now and stay CyBUr Smart! Email thoughts or questions to darren@thecyburguy.com #Cybersecurity #OperationalTechnology #CriticalInfrastructure #OTSecurity #CyBUrGuy #KnowledgeIsProtection

I am joined on the podcast this week with Michael McQuade, the founder of StarApex Recruiting who is disrupting the cybersecurity job placement market. We talk about how his dream career as a KFC employee shifted to that of a UK Intelligence Officer to a soloprenuer. Give a listen, tell a friend. You can email me thoughts/comments/questions to darren@thecyburguy.com or follow me at https://www.linkedin.com/in/darrenmott. Find Michael at https://www.starapexrecruitment.com/ or at https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelmcquade.

In this episode I welcome back Dr. Chase Cunningham to discuss his Demo-Force partnership with Forescout and he graciously lets me grill him on the new National Cyber Director and Deep seek.  For my soapbox item, refer to his article: https://www.theregister.com/2025/02/13/fbi_cisa_unforgivable_buffer_overflow/?td=rt-3a Give a listen, tell a friend. Feel free to email me at darren@thecyburguy.com or follow me at linkedin.com/in/darrenmott. Follow Chase at linkedin.com/in/dr-chase-cunningham  

In this episode, I am joined by Paige Hanson on SecureLabs to talk about protecting seniors from cyber threats and scams. This is a wide-ranging conversation with lots of good resources. Share it with the seniors and senior caregivers in your life. Give a listen, tell a friend. Resources mentioned in this episode: https://seniorresourceconnectors.com    https://roseadvocacy.org/ https://consumer.ftc.gov/scams  https://aarp.org/wordsmatter https://aarp.org/saythis  https://aarp.org/fraudwatchnetwork 

The CyBUr Guy Podcast is BACK - for REAL this time.  Darren explains the plan for the podcast moving forward, the creation of www.goldshieldcyber.com, and introduces a new part of the podcast for those who like rants called the "Soapbox."  Give a listen, tell a friend, let me know what you think at darren@thecyburguy.com or at linkedin.com/in/darrenmott. #knowledgeisprotection

In this micro-pod I make an offer for pretty much any business or organization interested in getting Cyber Safer. Give a listen, tell a friend. Contact me at darren@thecyburguy.com or follow me at linkedin.com/in/darrenmott.  

Thanks to Corey Munson for making this article known to me.  https://www.propublica.org/article/cyber-safety-board-never-investigated-solarwinds-breach-microsoft?mod=djemCybersecruityPro&tpl=cs Needless to say the Cyber Safety Review Board is about useless....who could have predicted?  Oh wait, I think I did! Give a listen, tell a friend.

In the first of what I hope is an increasing library of micro podcasts, I explain who my new book "Get Cyber Smart, A user-friendly guide to keeping your family, your business, and yourself safe online" is intended for. Give a listen, tell a friend. Email me at darren@thecyburguy.com

The CyBUr Guy Podcast is back with a special on "Protecting Seniors". Darren is joined by fellow retired FBI Special Agent Darren Mott to discuss the growing problem of seniors being scammed online.  They discuss the problem and provide solutions. Give a listen, tell a friend.    

The CyBUr Guy Podcast returns for 2024 with Retired FBI Special Agent, Author, and Speaker, Scott Augenbuam. We celebrate the 5th anniversary of his best-seller "The Secrets to Cybersecurity" and talk about why the principles in his book still resonate today, where we need to go going forward, and other cyber stuff, as only he can present it. I also talk about where the heck I have been and why this episode is so late in coming. Give a listen, tell a friend. Check out www.cybersecureacademy or email Scott at scott@cybersecureacademy.com