Cybersecurity Burnout - Recognition & Recovery Mini-Episode

We’ve met and passed the 1 year anniversary of the COVID-19 pandemic and cases of burnout are off the charts. We’re tired of Zoom. We’re tired of masks. Far too many kids are stuck at home instead of at school. The list could go on but the result is obvious: we’re burned out. The effect can be all the more profound for beleaguered security professionals who often struggle with burn-out even at the best of times.

Jack and Dave return in this mini-episode for a quick conversation about how to identify and respond when you’re feeling like you’re burnt. While often it’s Dave and a guest doing most of the talking, in this episode Jack is driving. He shares from his deep experience on the topic, starting with an explanation of Maslach’s burn-out inventory which provides a structured, clear guide for determining just how crispy you are. The inventory is tailored for different professions, and while there is not one specific to cybersecurity, Jack and Dave explore specific aspects of our industry that up the stakes for burn out.

Importantly, Jack explains why getting help from a pro versus leaning on friends and family can be essential. We wrap up with some time-honored approaches to restoring yourself so that you’re ready to jump back in the action once again.

Note: For this short episode we tested a new production service and you’ll also note we updated the website and our branding as well. And transcripts! We now have 100% more (raw) transcripts than before. We’ll be unleashing all this magic soon on a new full-length podcast we recorded this past week with the one and only Melanie Ensign.