{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"Simply Secured","title":"Harmonizing Cybersecurity: From Trombone to Tech with Debon Grady","html":"<iframe width=\"100%\" height=\"180\" frameborder=\"no\" scrolling=\"no\" seamless src=\"https://share.transistor.fm/e/2b472a18\"></iframe>","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":1764,"description":"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.\nDiscover 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.\nEpisode Links:\n- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ldgv\n- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DebonairCyber\n- Discord: Debonair Cyber\nChapters:\n00:00 Introduction and Background\n00:06 Discovering Cybersecurity\n00:45 Podcast Introduction\n01:23 Devin's Journey into Cybersecurity\n04:58 Skills from Music to Cybersecurity\n06:48 Mentorship and Career Advice\n08:55 Certifications and Job Search\n15:23 Red Team vs Blue Team\n17:03 Learning New Tools\n19:17 Personal Interests and Hobbies\n24:34 Rapid Fire Questions\n26:58 Final Thoughts and Farewell\n==========================================================\nConnect with your host: James R. McQuiggan:\nLinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/jmcquiggan\nYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@jamesmcquiggancissp\nWebsite: https://jamesmcquiggan.com\nTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jamesmcquiggan.cissp\nEmail: James@jamesmcquiggan.com\n==========================================================\nSimply Cyber empowers people who want a rewarding cybersecurity career 💪\n==========================================================\nVideo Editing / Sound Engineering: Matthew Bliss, MB Podcasts - https://www.mbpod.com\nYouTube Title Graphic: London Company\nVideo Podcast graphics: Katie McQuiggan (www.katiemcquiggan.com)\nMusic Provided by: AppleHillStudios at Envato Elements\n=========================\nPresented by Simply Cyber Media Group\n=========================\nAll the ways to connect with @SimplyCyber...","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/GOEChDV7CpJel03CU9YCfsEh8Wvm3iEoFG4SoN29eKE/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9lM2Fj/ZTE4NDUxODkxZDU5/YjQ0ODYzMTlhMzNj/YWJmZi5wbmc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}