32: The mentality of going through a data breach, with Stuart Peck

Security Stories

Our guest today is Stuart Peck, director of cybersecurity strategy for Zero Day Lab. Stuart talks to Hazel about his various career roles within threat intelligence, social engineering and incident response. We also talk about how he went from a non technical background to a technical one, and overcoming imposter syndrome in the process.
Stuart then talks about how preparing your mentality for a data breach is an incredibly important part of your plan, and how you can do that. We also talk about the Many Hats Club community that Stuart set up, providing a network for infosec professionals as well as raising incredible funds for vulnerable children's charities. You can see more details about this at https://themanyhats.club
Plus, there’s some great advice in this interview for anyone who might be on the verge of burnout, or needs any tips on how to manage stress, as Stuart talks about his experience in these areas.
In the studio, we have a new cohost joining the ranks for a few epsiodes - Geraldo De La Cruz who is interning with us this summer and has his own podcast. We get to know him a little.
Plus, we tell the story of one of the most notorious data breaches of all time – the Enigma code. It's striking how many of the tactics used still tie in to current thinking when it comes to protecting one’s data.
Time stamps:
0.00 Intro and getting to know Geraldo
10:16 The story of breaking the Enigma code
24:19: Stuart Peck interview
72:40: Closing thoughts and outro