Unspoken Security

Can We Make Everyone a Threat Hunter?

September 17, 2024 Unspoken Security Season 1 Episode 21

In this episode of Unspoken Security, host AJ Nash talks with Crystal Morin, Cybersecurity Strategist at Sysdig, about the world of threat hunting. Crystal shares her journey from military linguist to cyber defender, highlighting the skills that translate across these fields.

The conversation dives into what threat hunting is and why it's crucial for proactive cybersecurity. Crystal explains how she developed a company-wide threat-hunting program at Booz Allen Hamilton, emphasizing the importance of open-source tools and training.

Crystal discusses the challenges of funding proactive security measures and the need for more threat hunters in the industry. She also touches on recent discoveries, including novel cybercriminal operations and targeted attacks against large language models. The episode wraps up with insights on making threat hunting accessible to more professionals in the cybersecurity field.

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