Demystifying Cyber Podcast

The Demystifying Cyber podcast by Lancashire Cyber Foundry aims to unpack the latest developments in cyber security. In each episode we're joined by special guests to provide listeners with practical insight and increased awareness of all things cyber.

Marie Hamilton: The Importance of Digital Upskilling, Social Mobility & Careers in Tech

In this episode we sat down with Marie Hamilton, who is the current Greater Manchester Region Lead for Microsoft. Marie is a real force for good and an advocate for social mobility, where she is actively involved in supporting young people with their future career choices. In the episode we discuss the importance of digital upskilling, overcoming barriers to upward mobility and careers in tech.

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Dave Tait: Exploring the Cyber Threat Landscape, Investigation Process & Role of the Cyber crime Unit

In this episode we sat down with Dave Tait, Detective Sergeant for Lancashire Constabulary's Cyber Crime Unit. Dave has recently taken up the role of Detective Sergeant and shares his experiences as well as insights into the work carried out by the Cyber Crime Unit. We discuss his background to date and how he got involved with cyber crime. Alongside this, we also explore different types of cyber crime and delve into the investigation process, as well as the role of the Cyber Crime Unit in raising awareness.

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Paul Vlissidis: Exploring the Cyber Landscape, Cyber Security Leadership & Hunting Fugitives

In this episode we sat down with Paul Vlissidis, Technical Director at NCC Group, Author of 'How To Survive The Internet' and Head of Cyber for Channel 4's hit series 'Hunted'. Paul has been actively involved within cyber for many years and has contributed to the sector in several ways. We discuss the implications of technical language in cyber, how cyber could be more diverse in its widest sense and also his experiences of hunting down fugitives.

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