In this episode, host Jethro Jones interviews Thomas Boles, founder of I Love My Tech Team, about the unique challenges Catholic schools face with technology and cybersecurity. They discuss common traps schools fall into online and effective strategies to safeguard against these dangers. Personal stuff on school device Online shopping - discounts Principal has to be the expert at everything. Using password managers, and not using passwords. Principals get more cold email from people. Let’s put i...
Jun 19, 2025•23 min•Season 10Ep. 126
This episode features a popular panel from the Inch360 event in Spokane, Washington. The panelists discuss what they've learned from various cybersecurity breaches. The panel includes experts from academic institutions and cybersecurity firms sharing insights on breach management, communication, and prevention tactics. We’re thrilled to be sponsored by IXL. IXL’s comprehensive teaching and learning platform for math, language arts, science, and social studies is accelerating achievement in 95 of...
Apr 21, 2025•47 min•Season 10Ep. 125
In this episode, Steve Hobbs, the Washington Secretary of State discusses the importance of election security in Washington at the Inch360 event in Spokane. He outlines his background and experience in cybersecurity and military intelligence, before delving into the intricate processes and measures taken to ensure election security. This episode includes topics like: voter registration, accurate counting, the significance of paper ballots, combating misinformation and cyber threats, and protecti...
Apr 14, 2025•40 min•Season 10Ep. 124
In this episode, Grant Erickson, CEO of Intellitech, leads a panel discussion on AI and cybersecurity at the Inch360 event in Spokane, Washington. The discussion features insights from industry experts Kevin Bostigan, John Shovick, and Garrett Oaken, exploring topics from AI's role in forensics and manufacturing to the challenges of generative AI and its future impacts on society and employment. We’re thrilled to be sponsored by IXL. IXL’s comprehensive teaching and learning platform for math, l...
Apr 07, 2025•51 min•Season 10Ep. 123
This episode is a part of a special series of interviews conducted at the INCH360 Cybersecurity Conference in Spokane, Washington. Visit their website to learn more about INCH360 and their mission. On this episode, Jethro Jones interviews Peter Gregory , a keynote speaker from the conference. Peter discusses AI governance, highlighting the importance of setting clear objectives and the need for continuous oversight as organizations adopt AI technologies. He shares insights on the complexities of...
Mar 31, 2025•13 min•Season 10Ep. 115
This episode features Graham Moorhead, CEO of Pangean and adjunct professor at Gonzaga University, speaking live about the advancements and impact of AI, particularly in the context of cybersecurity. He explains the concepts of Type 1 and Type 2 AI, human modes of thought by Daniel Kahneman, and the challenges and potentials of AI in terms of safety, social engineering, and future developments. We’re thrilled to be sponsored by IXL. IXL’s comprehensive teaching and learning platform for math, la...
Mar 31, 2025•34 min•Season 10Ep. 122
In this episode, host Jethro Jones is joined by Kenny Gluck. Kenny, a senior IT consultant at isOutsource, shares insights on IT consulting, common cybersecurity threats, and essential security practices for small and medium-sized businesses. The discussion also covers the importance of endpoint detection and response, email protection software, and DNS filtering. Bridging the gap from IT needs to solutions Same things that are happening to big companies are happening to small companies. Emails ...
Mar 17, 2025•30 min•Season 10Ep. 121
In this episode, Chris Sadlowski speaks live at the Inch360 event in Spokane, Washington. Chris, with over 20 years of experience in the FBI, discusses the evolving landscape of cyber threats, common and emerging methods of cyberattack, and the significant risks posed by state-sponsored actors, criminal networks, and the personal impacts of cybercrime on individuals. He also touches on the importance of preparedness and effective communication in the cybersecurity realm, emphasizing the collecti...
Mar 10, 2025•48 min•Season 10Ep. 120
This episode is a part of a special series of interviews conducted at the INCH360 Cybersecurity Conference in Spokane, Washington. Visit their website to learn more about INCH360 and their mission. In this episode, Jethro Jones interviews Grant Erickson from Intellitech. They discuss the importance of integrating security with software development, common myths about cybersecurity, and practical advice on maintaining data security. Grant also highlights Intellitech's involvement in the community...
Mar 03, 2025•13 min•Season 10Ep. 114
This episode features a panel discussion with the Eastern Washington University's CyberCup champions, held at the Inch 360 event in Spokane, Washington. The participants share their experiences, career aspirations, insights on cybersecurity, and how they utilize modern tools like ChatGPT in their learning process. The episode also includes a detailed explanation of the NCAE Cyber Games competition and a Q&A session addressing various cybersecurity topics. We’re thrilled to be sponsored by IX...
Feb 24, 2025•16 min•Season 10Ep. 119
This episode is a part of a special series of interviews conducted at the INCH360 Cybersecurity Conference in Spokane, Washington. Visit their website to learn more about INCH360 and their mission. In this episode, Jethro Jones interviews Bryant Lee from Exbabylon . They discuss the importance of managed IT services, cybersecurity risks, and how Exbabylon helps organizations of all sizes mitigate these risks We’re thrilled to be sponsored by IXL. IXL’s comprehensive teaching and learning platfor...
Feb 17, 2025•11 min•Season 10Ep. 113
This episode, features a panel discussion from the Inch360 event in Spokane, Washington. The panelists discuss various trends in cybersecurity with a focus on social engineering. Key topics include the impact of human behavior on cybersecurity, the importance of continuous education and adaptation, the shift towards advanced phishing attacks, implementation of cybersecurity policies, and the emerging threats posed by technologies such as AI and deepfakes. We’re thrilled to be sponsored by IXL. I...
Feb 10, 2025•59 min•Season 10Ep. 118
This episode is a part of a special series of interviews conducted at the INCH360 Cybersecurity Conference in Spokane, Washington. Visit their website to learn more about INCH360 and their mission. In this episode, host Jethro Jones interviews Tracey Edou from Cascade School District . They discuss a cybersecurity breach in Tracey's school district and the lessons learned from the experience. The conversation covers steps taken to enhance security, including the use of wet signatures for direct ...
Feb 03, 2025•15 min•Season 10Ep. 116
This episode features a panel presentation by Peter Gregory from the Inch360 event in Spokane, Washington, focusing on AI governance. Peter shares insights on AI governance, detailing its importance, implementation strategies, and the risks associated with AI. He emphasizes the need for proper vetting, the role of corporate culture, and the importance of continuous review and adaptation in AI governance. We’re thrilled to be sponsored by IXL. IXL’s comprehensive teaching and learning platform fo...
Jan 27, 2025•33 min•Season 10Ep. 117
This episode is a part of a special series of interviews conducted at the INCH360 Cybersecurity Conference in Spokane, Washington. Visit their website to learn more about INCH360 and their mission. In this episode, Jethro Jones interviews Hunter Weiffenbach from WatchGuard. They discuss the importance of WatchGuard's presence at the event, their focus on SMB market simplicity, the challenges of cybersecurity education, and resources available for students and IT professionals. We’re thrilled to ...
Jan 20, 2025•8 min•Season 10Ep. 112
This episode is a part of a special series of interviews conducted at the INCH360 Cybersecurity Conference in Spokane, Washington. Visit their website to learn more about INCH360 and their mission. In this episode, host Jethro Jones speaks with Stu Steiner from the Eastern Washington University Cybersecurity Program . They discuss the university's cyber team, their national championship win, and the importance of ethics in cybersecurity. The conversation also covers the structure of cyber compet...
Jan 06, 2025•13 min•Season 10Ep. 111
This episode is a part of a special series of interviews conducted at the INCH360 Cybersecurity Conference in Spokane, Washington. Visit their website to learn more about INCH360 and their mission. In this episode, Jethro Jones interviews Briget Duncan from the Washington Alliance for Better Schools . They discuss the organization's role in enhancing STEM education through partnerships with industry leaders and the impact of their STEM for Good after-school programs on students in Spokane Public...
Dec 23, 2024•9 min•Season 10Ep. 110
This episode is a part of a special series of interviews conducted at the INCH360 Cybersecurity Conference in Spokane, Washington. Visit their website to learn more about INCH360 and their mission. In this episode, Jethro Jones interviews Mark Neufville from Spokane Falls Community College. They discuss Mark's involvement with the conference, cyber security education for young people, and the importance of cyber awareness in the community. We’re thrilled to be sponsored by IXL. IXL’s comprehensi...
Dec 09, 2024•10 min•Season 10Ep. 109
This episode is a part of a special series of interviews conducted at the INCH360 Cybersecurity Conference in Spokane, Washington. Visit their website to learn more about INCH360 and their mission. In this episode, Jethro Jones welcomes Joe Gellatly, founding partner of Medcurity . Joe discusses the importance of cybersecurity in healthcare, how Medcurity helps healthcare organizations manage and reduce data breaches, and the significance of proactive risk assessment and compliance under HIPAA. ...
Nov 11, 2024•12 min•Season 10Ep. 108
This episode is a part of a special series of interviews conducted at the INCH360 Cybersecurity Conference in Spokane, Washington. Visit their website to learn more about INCH360 and their mission. In this episode, host Jethro Jones interviews Kevin McMahan, the Assistant Secretary of State for Washington. They discuss the Washington State elections process, measures in place to ensure election security, and the role of information security in state operations. 00:58 Role and Responsibilities 02...
Oct 28, 2024•16 min•Season 10Ep. 107
This episode is a part of a special series of interviews conducted at the INCH360 Cybersecurity Conference in Spokane, Washington. Visit their website to learn more about INCH360 and their mission. In this episode, Jethro Jones interviews Michaele Armstrong from the Evergreen Bioscience Innovation Cluster . They discuss Evergreen's mission, the importance of cybersecurity in the bioscience industry, and key efforts to bridge the gap between industry needs and solutions. 01:07 Introduction of Mic...
Oct 15, 2024•11 min•Season 10Ep. 106
Creating Phone Free Spaces with Yondr Vital in an education setting to experience what life is like without a phone How you develop character through whether you’re using a phone or not. How to help teachers not be phone police. Support throughout the whole process Common complaints about schools Resetting expectations about structures School taking a constructive approach to support student growth and development How to do a rollout. Classroom vs. School phone free spaces. Tier 1 support worked...
Jun 20, 2024•24 min•Season 4Ep. 174
What are Zero Trust, SSE, and SASE Zero Trust - everything behind it was trusted in the past, now we think everything is untrustworthy. Poor handling of data by vendors SASE - Secure Access Service Edge - a framework that combines network security functions with WAN capabilities to support the dynamic, secure access needs of organizations. It is particularly relevant in today's distributed and cloud-centric environments. SSE - Server Side Encryption. Anonymous vs. identified Responsibilities of ...
Apr 03, 2024•39 min•Season 4Ep. 173
Dan Brown from the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency provides an in-depth technical discussion on email cybersecurity, focusing on SPF, DKIM, and DMARC protocols. The presentation includes practical examples, configurations, tools for checking email security, and upcoming changes in email authentication requirements. We’re thrilled to be sponsored by IXL. IXL’s comprehensive teaching and learning platform for math, language arts, science, and social studies is accelerating achieve...
Apr 01, 2024•21 min•Season 4Ep. 172
In this episode of the Cybertraps podcast, host Jethro Jones discusses the crucial topic of working with managed service providers (MSPs) and outside cyber services. Featuring a session from the Inch 360 conference in Spokane, Washington, the conversation dives deep into the value of cybersecurity measures, the challenges businesses face, and the best practices for selecting and managing MSPs. Speakers include Nolan Garrett, John Hansman, Sahan Fernando, and Bryce Lemming, who share their insigh...
Feb 24, 2024•38 min•Season 4Ep. 171
In this special live edition of the Cybertraps podcast recorded at the Inch360 event in Spokane, Washington, Jethro Jones interviews John Hansman, the CEO of Truit. They discuss Truit's role as a managed service provider with a focus on cybersecurity, the challenges and advantages for businesses using MSPs, and the importance of proactive cybersecurity planning. Hansman also shares insights from the conference and offers advice on staying prepared for cyber threats. We’re thrilled to be sponsore...
Feb 22, 2024•7 min•Season 4Ep. 170
In this special edition of the Cybertrops podcast, recorded at the Inch360 event on Gonzaga University’s campus in Spokane, Washington, Jethro Jones interviews Bryan Yamanaka, CEO and founder of Arkangelos. They discuss Bryan's transition from Seattle to Spokane, his perspectives on the local tech community, and the services his company provides for startups and SMEs focusing on cybersecurity, compliance, and governance. We’re thrilled to be sponsored by IXL. IXL’s comprehensive teaching and lea...
Feb 19, 2024•10 min•Season 4Ep. 169
In this episode of the Cybertraps podcast, host Jethro Jones leads an expert panel discussion on the aftermath of cyber breaches. Panelists share insights on preparation, incident response, and long-term strategies for recovery and prevention. The conversation includes first-hand accounts, practical tips, and the importance of training and communication to mitigate the impacts of cyber threats. We’re thrilled to be sponsored by IXL. IXL’s comprehensive teaching and learning platform for math, la...
Feb 06, 2024•41 min•Season 4Ep. 168
In this episode of the Cybertraps podcast, host Jethro Jones interviews Dominic Booker at the Inch360 event. Dominic discusses his journey into the IT and cybersecurity fields, his motivations for attending the event, and the importance of both digital and physical security. The conversation provides insights into building community in tech, mentorship, and the significance of being aware of security from multiple aspects. We’re thrilled to be sponsored by IXL. IXL’s comprehensive teaching and l...
Jan 26, 2024•14 min•Season 4Ep. 167
This episode of Cybertraps features an insightful panel discussion from the Inch360 conference held in Spokane, Washington, focusing on the latest trends and challenges in cloud security and systems architecture. Topics include: Cloud security issues Integration Reactive to proactive Effective practices in an evolving landscape. We’re thrilled to be sponsored by IXL. IXL’s comprehensive teaching and learning platform for math, language arts, science, and social studies is accelerating achievemen...
Jan 25, 2024•39 min•Season 4Ep. 166
