--- title: Cy Says Blog | Podcast (10) description: Podcast | Cy Says Blog is a place where industry professionals, STEM enthusiasts, and career seekers can find relevant and timely news and content about cybersecurity. (10) --- [![](https://news.wecyberup.org/hs-fs/hubfs/Cyberup%20Logo_no_tagline-1.png?width=1966&height=881&name=Cyberup%20Logo_no_tagline-1.png)](https://wecyberup.org/) Open main menu Close main menu # Cy Says Blog & Podcast Select Category apprenticeship Blog board members certification college cost management CTF cybersecurity diversity Graduate hacking Hiring Interviewing Latest News Leadership Networking Podcast Skill-gap Skills-Based Hiring skillsbasedhiring social engineering STEM training veterans youth program This is a search field with an auto-suggest feature attached. - There are no suggestions because the search field is empty. Posts about: ## Podcast (10) ![](https://news.wecyberup.org/hubfs/Cyberup%20Logo_FIN-3.png) [cybersecurity,](https://news.wecyberup.org/cy-says-blog/tag/cybersecurity) [apprenticeship,](https://news.wecyberup.org/cy-says-blog/tag/apprenticeship) [Skill-gap,](https://news.wecyberup.org/cy-says-blog/tag/skill-gap) [Podcast](https://news.wecyberup.org/cy-says-blog/tag/podcast) ### [Ep 28: Top 10 ways to stop closing the "skills gap" - part 2](https://news.wecyberup.org/cy-says-blog/ep-28-top-10-ways-to-stop-closing-the-skills-gap-part-2) Dec 6, 2022, 2:27:03 PM Over the next 10 podcasts Tony Bryan, Executive Director at CyberUp, will share the top 10 ways our country should be looking at the idea of a "skills gap" and how we can reimagine how we grow a healthy cybersecurity talent pool. In part 2 we talk about the marketing machine that has been pumped into the cybersecurity sector and the impact it has had. We discuss skills paths and dive into why calling our shortage of people a "skills gap" when it really is a pipeline issue. [Listen to "Ep 28: Top 10 ways to stop closing the "skills gap" - part 2" on Spreaker.](https://www.spreaker.com/user/cysavestheday/skillsgappart2)   [Tony Bryan](https://news.wecyberup.org/cy-says-blog/author/tony-bryan) [Read More](https://news.wecyberup.org/cy-says-blog/ep-28-top-10-ways-to-stop-closing-the-skills-gap-part-2) ![](https://news.wecyberup.org/hubfs/Cyberup%20Logo_FIN-3.png) [cybersecurity,](https://news.wecyberup.org/cy-says-blog/tag/cybersecurity) [Skill-gap,](https://news.wecyberup.org/cy-says-blog/tag/skill-gap) [Podcast](https://news.wecyberup.org/cy-says-blog/tag/podcast) ### [Ep 27: Top 10 Ways to Stop Closing a "Skills Gap" - Part 1](https://news.wecyberup.org/cy-says-blog/ep-27-top-10-ways-to-stop-closing-a-skills-gap-part-1) Dec 6, 2022, 2:23:44 PM Over the next 10 podcasts Tony Bryan, Executive Director at CyberUp, will share the top 10 ways our country should be looking at the idea of a "skills gap" and how we can reimagine how we grow a healthy cybersecurity talent pool. In part 1, we explore the idea of a national cybersecurity talent model and the value standardization across public and private sectors would bring to the table. Simple adoption of NICE's cybersecurity workforce framework can help us reach full employment, provide ... [See More](https://www.spreaker.com/user/cysavestheday/skillsgappart1#) [Listen to "Ep 27: Top 10 Ways to Stop Closing a "Skills Gap" - Part 1" on Spreaker.](https://www.spreaker.com/user/cysavestheday/skillsgappart1)   [Tony Bryan](https://news.wecyberup.org/cy-says-blog/author/tony-bryan) [Read More](https://news.wecyberup.org/cy-says-blog/ep-27-top-10-ways-to-stop-closing-a-skills-gap-part-1) ![](https://news.wecyberup.org/hubfs/Cyberup%20Logo_FIN-3.png) [cybersecurity,](https://news.wecyberup.org/cy-says-blog/tag/cybersecurity) [youth program,](https://news.wecyberup.org/cy-says-blog/tag/youth-program) [CTF,](https://news.wecyberup.org/cy-says-blog/tag/ctf) [Podcast](https://news.wecyberup.org/cy-says-blog/tag/podcast) ### [Ep 26: Cyber Competitions for Students w/Lisa Oyler](https://news.wecyberup.org/cy-says-blog/ep-26-cyber-competitions-for-students-w/lisa-oyler) Dec 6, 2022, 2:19:43 PM As we look ahead to the 2021-2022 PowerUp Cyber Games season we invited Lisa Oyler to join the podcast. Lisa is a retired teacher of over 20 years and one of the most respected educators in the country when it comes to cybersecurity curriculum. She shares her experiences, lessons learned, and some stories of inspiration. We also were joined by CyberUp's very own PowerUp Manager, Jess Walden-Gray. If you work with students be sure to tune in for some great advice. [Listen to "Ep 26: Cyber Competitions for Students w/Lisa Oyler" on Spreaker.](https://www.spreaker.com/user/cysavestheday/youthcompetitions)   [Tony Bryan](https://news.wecyberup.org/cy-says-blog/author/tony-bryan) [Read More](https://news.wecyberup.org/cy-says-blog/ep-26-cyber-competitions-for-students-w/lisa-oyler) ![](https://news.wecyberup.org/hubfs/Cyberup%20Logo_FIN-3.png) [cybersecurity,](https://news.wecyberup.org/cy-says-blog/tag/cybersecurity) [apprenticeship,](https://news.wecyberup.org/cy-says-blog/tag/apprenticeship) [veterans,](https://news.wecyberup.org/cy-says-blog/tag/veterans) [Podcast](https://news.wecyberup.org/cy-says-blog/tag/podcast) ### [Ep 25: Military spouse transition to cybersecurity](https://news.wecyberup.org/cy-says-blog/ep-25-military-spouse-transition-to-cybersecurity) Dec 6, 2022, 2:16:10 PM CyberUp apprentice, Christy Burgess, joins Tony Bryan to talk about her path into cybersecurity. [Listen to "Ep 25: Military spouse transition to cybersecurity" on Spreaker.](https://www.spreaker.com/user/cysavestheday/ep-25-military-spouse-transition-to-cybe)   [Tony Bryan](https://news.wecyberup.org/cy-says-blog/author/tony-bryan) [Read More](https://news.wecyberup.org/cy-says-blog/ep-25-military-spouse-transition-to-cybersecurity) ![](https://news.wecyberup.org/hubfs/Cyberup%20Logo_FIN-3.png) [cybersecurity,](https://news.wecyberup.org/cy-says-blog/tag/cybersecurity) [apprenticeship,](https://news.wecyberup.org/cy-says-blog/tag/apprenticeship) [Podcast](https://news.wecyberup.org/cy-says-blog/tag/podcast) ### [Ep 24: DJ to infosec with Alex Jones](https://news.wecyberup.org/cy-says-blog/ep-24-dj-to-infosec-with-alex-jones) Dec 6, 2022, 2:12:44 PM In this episode, Tony Bryan was joined by Alex Jones with Cobalt.io. Alex is an infosec professional with years of experience and a unique background in audio engineering. Hear how he moved from one industry to the other and what his advice is to help you break into your own cybersecurity career. [Listen to "Ep 24: DJ to infosec with Alex Jones" on Spreaker.](https://www.spreaker.com/user/cysavestheday/djtoinfosec)   [Tony Bryan](https://news.wecyberup.org/cy-says-blog/author/tony-bryan) [Read More](https://news.wecyberup.org/cy-says-blog/ep-24-dj-to-infosec-with-alex-jones) ![](https://news.wecyberup.org/hubfs/Cyberup%20Logo_FIN-3.png) [cybersecurity,](https://news.wecyberup.org/cy-says-blog/tag/cybersecurity) [apprenticeship,](https://news.wecyberup.org/cy-says-blog/tag/apprenticeship) [Podcast](https://news.wecyberup.org/cy-says-blog/tag/podcast) ### [Ep 23: From a cop to cyber with Cory Phipps](https://news.wecyberup.org/cy-says-blog/ep-23-from-a-cop-to-cyber-with-cory-phipps) Dec 6, 2022, 2:09:16 PM Director of Cybersecurity at Uncomn, Cory Phipps, joins CyberUp's Executive Director, Tony Bryan, to share how he made the transition from law enforcement into cybersecurity. Cory gives advice on how to get started and ways to keep your career moving forward. [Listen to "Ep 23: From a cop to cyber with Cory Phipps" on Spreaker.](https://www.spreaker.com/user/cysavestheday/ep-23-from-a-cop-to-cyber-with-cory-phip)   [Tony Bryan](https://news.wecyberup.org/cy-says-blog/author/tony-bryan) [Read More](https://news.wecyberup.org/cy-says-blog/ep-23-from-a-cop-to-cyber-with-cory-phipps) ![](https://news.wecyberup.org/hubfs/Cyberup%20Logo_FIN-3.png) [cybersecurity,](https://news.wecyberup.org/cy-says-blog/tag/cybersecurity) [apprenticeship,](https://news.wecyberup.org/cy-says-blog/tag/apprenticeship) [certification,](https://news.wecyberup.org/cy-says-blog/tag/certification) [Podcast](https://news.wecyberup.org/cy-says-blog/tag/podcast) ### [Ep: 22 - Cybersecurity Skills that Pay the Bills](https://news.wecyberup.org/cy-says-blog/ep-22-cybersecurity-skills-that-pay-the-bills) Dec 6, 2022, 2:05:31 PM In this episode, Tony Bryan chats about the ways people can gain valuable cybersecurity skills to get the career they want. Over the past 5 years, we have seen an emergence of skill-developing organizations that offer opportunities to learn cyber. Tony breaks down each one, provides his insight into the pros and cons of each one, and hopes to support finding the best path for you. [Listen to "Ep: 22 - Cybersecurity Skills that Pay the Bills" on Spreaker.](https://www.spreaker.com/user/cysavestheday/ep-22-cybersecurity-skills-that-pay-the-)   [Tony Bryan](https://news.wecyberup.org/cy-says-blog/author/tony-bryan) [Read More](https://news.wecyberup.org/cy-says-blog/ep-22-cybersecurity-skills-that-pay-the-bills) ![](https://news.wecyberup.org/hubfs/Cyberup%20Logo_FIN-3.png) [cybersecurity,](https://news.wecyberup.org/cy-says-blog/tag/cybersecurity) [Leadership,](https://news.wecyberup.org/cy-says-blog/tag/leadership) [Podcast](https://news.wecyberup.org/cy-says-blog/tag/podcast) ### [Ep 21: How to be the smartest person in the room w/Christian Espinosa](https://news.wecyberup.org/cy-says-blog/ep-21-how-to-be-the-smartest-person-in-the-room-w/christian-espinosa) Dec 6, 2022, 2:01:42 PM We are joined by the Founder of Alpine Security and the author of Smartest Person in the Room, Christian Espinosa. Christian shares his experience leading, hiring, and growing a business in cybersecurity. [Listen to "Ep 21: How to be the smartest person in the room w/Christian Espinosa" on Spreaker.](https://www.spreaker.com/user/cysavestheday/smartestperson)   [Tony Bryan](https://news.wecyberup.org/cy-says-blog/author/tony-bryan) [Read More](https://news.wecyberup.org/cy-says-blog/ep-21-how-to-be-the-smartest-person-in-the-room-w/christian-espinosa) ![](https://news.wecyberup.org/hubfs/Cyberup%20Logo_FIN-3.png) [cybersecurity,](https://news.wecyberup.org/cy-says-blog/tag/cybersecurity) [Skill-gap,](https://news.wecyberup.org/cy-says-blog/tag/skill-gap) [Podcast](https://news.wecyberup.org/cy-says-blog/tag/podcast) ### [Ep 20: Cybersecurity Skills Gap Say What w/F5 Networks Team](https://news.wecyberup.org/cy-says-blog/ep-20-cybersecurity-skills-gap-say-what-w/f5-networks-team) Dec 6, 2022, 1:57:48 PM In this episode we are joined by the F5 Networks research team to discuss their recently published article "Closing the Cybersecurity Skills Gap." [https://www.fenews.co.uk/fevoices/60504-closing-the-cybersecurity-skills-gap](https://www.fenews.co.uk/fevoices/60504-closing-the-cybersecurity-skills-gap) Ray Pompon, Malcolm Heath, and Sander Vinberg share their personal journeys and provide advice to companies and individuals trying to make sense of the so-called "skills gap." [Listen to "Ep 20: Cybersecurity Skills Gap Say What w/F5 Networks Team" on Spreaker.](https://www.spreaker.com/user/cysavestheday/noskillsgap)   [Tony Bryan](https://news.wecyberup.org/cy-says-blog/author/tony-bryan) [Read More](https://news.wecyberup.org/cy-says-blog/ep-20-cybersecurity-skills-gap-say-what-w/f5-networks-team) ![](https://news.wecyberup.org/hubfs/Cyberup%20Logo_FIN-3.png) [cybersecurity,](https://news.wecyberup.org/cy-says-blog/tag/cybersecurity) [diversity,](https://news.wecyberup.org/cy-says-blog/tag/diversity) [Podcast](https://news.wecyberup.org/cy-says-blog/tag/podcast) ### [Ep 19: Creating diversity and inclusion in cybersecurity w/Charles Britt](https://news.wecyberup.org/cy-says-blog/ep-19-creating-diversity-and-inclusion-in-cybersecurity-w/charles-britt) Dec 6, 2022, 1:54:55 PM Special guest Charles Britt discusses his efforts of how he is creating opportunities for youth from underserved communities. He also shares his thoughts on how companies can do better at hiring candidates from diverse backgrounds. [Listen to "Ep 19: Creating diversity and inclusion in cybersecurity w/Charles Britt" on Spreaker.](https://www.spreaker.com/user/cysavestheday/diversityincyber)   [Tony Bryan](https://news.wecyberup.org/cy-says-blog/author/tony-bryan) [Read More](https://news.wecyberup.org/cy-says-blog/ep-19-creating-diversity-and-inclusion-in-cybersecurity-w/charles-britt) [8](https://news.wecyberup.org/cy-says-blog/tag/podcast/page/8) [9](https://news.wecyberup.org/cy-says-blog/tag/podcast/page/9) [10](https://news.wecyberup.org/cy-says-blog/tag/podcast/page/10) [11](https://news.wecyberup.org/cy-says-blog/tag/podcast/page/11) [12](https://news.wecyberup.org/cy-says-blog/tag/podcast/page/12) #### About - As a national nonprofit organization, we are committed to cultivating the cybersecurity talent pipeline for today and tomorrow. #### Services - Training - Apprenticeship [Follow us on Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/wecyberup/?mibextid=LQQJ4d) [Follow us on LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/school/wecyberup/) [Follow us on Twitter](https://twitter.com/wecyberup?s=11&t=vJaSJPcwTIam8d0-5JtJ6Q) [Follow us on Instagram](https://instagram.com/wecyberup?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=)