Unmasked
by Assura, Inc.
Interview with the University of Richmond's CTF Winning Team
About this podcast
A bi-monthly show focusing on cybersecurity, hacker news with a lighter side. Unmasked is a look behind the cyber professionals and will spotlight teammates, community advocators and businesses to give insight to how cybersecurity affects everyone.
Brought to you by Assura. Where the superheroes of cybersecurity provide a clearer understanding of the threats we face in our digital world.
With Host:
Paul Blacker
Web:
https://www.assurainc.com/
Episodes
The newest 20 of 21 episodes
- Interview with the University of Richmond's CTF Winning Team · 22 minWhat happens when passion, talent, and opportunity collide in the university's tech scene? Meet David Nathanson and Daniel Garay, the freshmen duo who took the University of…
- Interview with Alan Delahunty, his role as Vice President/Commercial Lines Agent · 32 minUnlock the secrets to navigating the ever-evolving world of cybersecurity and commercial insurance with expert insights from Alan Delahunty of McGriff Insurance. Discover how the…
- Interview with Bill McInnis from Nucleus Security · 36 min · Season 1 Episode 19Unlock the secrets to revolutionizing your cybersecurity strategy with insights from Bill McInnis of Nucleus Security. Journey through Bill’s extensive career, spanning over two…
- From Application Developer to CEO: Greg Samuels on Entrepreneurial Success and Cybersecurity Priorities · 43 minEver wondered what it takes to transition from a routine job to leading a successful company? Join us for a compelling conversation with Greg Samuels, CEO of Salveria, as he…
- Innovative Marketing and AI: Insights from Will Melton · 47 minEver wondered how a young entrepreneur juggles the fast-paced world of tech sales and the demands of higher education? Meet Will Melton, the dynamic CEO of Exponent 21, who…
- From Marine Corps Veteran to Tech for Troops Advocate: Jack Raymondson's Inspiring Journey · 29 minWhat happens when a Marine Corps veteran with extensive careers in telecom and construction decides to pivot to non-profit work? Jack Raymondson's joins us on Unmasked to share…
- From Air Force Veteran to Cybersecurity Leader: Insights from Dave Mizell · 24 minCurious about how a 23-year Air Force veteran transitions into a leading role in network security? Join us as we chat with Dave Mizell, the Managing Director of Defensive…
- University of Richmond's Winning Strategies of an All-Female CTF Squad · 29 minDiscover the thrill of victory and the fascinating challenges faced in the world of cybersecurity competitions with the Lovely Ladies, an all-female champion team from the…
- Special Guest: Bryan Carnahan, Director of Governance, Risk and Compliance · 32 minDiscover the ins and outs of cybersecurity compliance as Bryan Carnahan joins me, Paul Blacker, to dissect the transition to Virginia's SEC 530 standard, a critical move for…
- The Dual-Edged Sword of AI in Cybersecurity with Nick Berrie · 25 minDiscover the transformative power of AI in cybersecurity as I, Paul Blacker, engage with Assura's Nick Berrie in a revealing conversation about the future of online safety. Be…
- Special Guest from RVATech, Nick Serfass, CEO · 40 minGet ready for a very special Unmasked. Joining us in this episode is Nick Serfass, CEO of RVATech. For those not in the Richmond area, RVATech is on a mission to ignite the…
- New AI Safety Standards, Cyber Skills Gap, Experience VS. Certification · 36 minJoin us for another riveting episode of Unmasked to close out November. Get ready to dive into recent cybersecurity events and hot topics. We dissect AI's use across multiple…
- Special Guests from the University of Richmond · 34 minJoin us for this very special episode as we sit down with the IT and Security experts from the University of Richmond. John Craft (Director of Information Security), Keith…
- Brightpoint's IT Spirit Week, Infrastructure Security, AI's Limitations · 34 minWelcome to another captivating episode of Unmasked! Join us as we embark on a thrilling journey into the dynamic realm of cybersecurity, led by the always entertaining and…
- Special Guest: Jon DiMaggio, Chief Security Strategist & Author · 49 minEver wondered what it's like to infiltrate a ransomware gang? Well, you're about to find out. We're joined by Jon DiMaggio, Chief Security Strategist at Analyst1 and author of…
- Breach Class-Action, Help Desk Trickery, and Sextortion Scams · 49 minWelcome back for episode six of Unmasked! This week, we take a deep dive into the headlines of September, providing you with valuable context and insights into the latest…
- Fake Ads, Insider Threats, and a Big Data Dump · 39 minIn this thrilling episode of Unmasked, our cybersecurity superheroes plunge headfirst into the late August headlines to uncover the most cutting-edge and formidable cyberattacks…
- Burger Breach, Extra Credential-Stuffing, with a Side-Channel · 41 minIn the latest Unmasked episode, we're taking a deep dive into August headlines, unpacking all the threats and vulnerabilities that lurk in our digital realm. We're covering some…
- Breaches, Scams, and Countdown to DEFCON · 41 minWelcome to the latest episode of Unmasked. In this episode, we dive into the end of July headlines, covering a class action lawsuit against John Hopkins following a major data…
- Summer Phishing Season is Hot, but so is DEFCON · 58 minEver wondered how safe your digital life really is? Prepare to open your eyes to the unseen dangers lurking in your inbox and online transactions. Welcome to our latest episode…







