An Interview with Andrea Koenigsknecht, Cybersecurity Analyst at CyberForce|Q

Andrea Koenigsknecht is a graduate of Oakland University and currently works as a cybersecurity analyst in the Michigan Healthcare Security Operations Center (MI|HSOC) at CyberForce|Q. Her team works to provide specialized cybersecurity operations for the healthcare sector. During her time at OU, Andrea maintained an impressive track and field record, as well as participating in cybersecurity research, all leading to the success she enjoys today.

In today's episode, Andrea discusses how phishing attacks are masquerading as COVID-19 vaccine information, how to keep yourself safe online, and how a research program at Oakland University sparked her interests in cybersecurity. 

Show Notes

• Cyberforce|Q’s Mi|HSOC page: https://www.cyberforceq.com/mi-hsoc
• CompTIA’s Security+ certification course: https://www.comptia.org/certifications/security - An excellent entry-level cert for individuals seeking a career in cybersecurity. Successful completion of the certification offers an overall baseline of skills necessary to perform core security functions.
• Cybrary: https://www.cybrary.it/ - A community where people, companies and training come together to give everyone the ability to collaborate in an open source way that advances the cybersecurity educational experience.
• Andrea's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrea-koenigsknecht-0903021ab
• UnCoRe: http://cse-reu.secs.oakland.edu/index.php - The research program Andrea participated in at Oakland University

Music by Clockwork Passerine