Join us for an insightful episode of 'Breaking into Cybersecurity' as we sit down with Sinan Eren. With a rich background in red teaming and pen testing, Sinan shares his journey from the late '90s curiosity-driven entry into cybersecurity to founding several companies. Discover the challenges and triumphs of growing in the cybersecurity industry, the evolution from signature-based to heuristic-based security, and the importance of understanding business processes for effective risk management. Ideal for beginners and seasoned professionals alike, learn about emerging opportunities in AI and the nuances of entrepreneurship in cybersecurity.
00:00 Introduction to the Guest and Episode Overview
01:08 Sinan's Early Career and Entry into Cybersecurity
02:40 The Evolution of Cybersecurity Practices
04:00 Bug Track and Early Vulnerability Discoveries
05:59 Transition to the US and Career Growth
07:23 Signature-Based vs. Heuristic-Based Security
11:45 Starting a Business in Cybersecurity
19:10 Lesso…
