Black Voices Matter: The Role of Allyship in Cybersecurity with Devin Price and Derrick Love

Microsoft Security Technical Program Manager Devin Price and Sr. Program Manager Derrick Love join Wendy Zenone and Nic Fillingham on this week's episode of The BlueHat Podcast. The discussion delves into the experience of being Black in the cybersecurity field. Derrick and Devin share their thoughts on the representation of Black individuals in tech, noting the underrepresentation in the field. The significance of representation and allyship is also discussed while emphasizing the importance of paying it forward, mentoring others, and highlighting the responsibility to support those coming up in the field. Devin and Derrick share the importance of involvement with events that promote the black community, black businesses, and black-led nonprofits. These events aim to create a supportive network within the community, particularly for those working in the technology sector. It underlines the significance of adopting a growth mindset, fostering a sense of community, and actively contributing to the empowerment of individuals within the cybersecurity landscape.       In This Episode You Will Learn:       How mentorship can help the growth of underrepresented individuals in security  Actionable advice for fostering diversity in the industry  Why representation and allyship is so vital for Cybersecurity    Some Questions We Ask:        What challenges and rewards come with working in cybersecurity?  How can we positively affect and support the Black community in tech?  Can you share actionable advice for fostering diversity in the industry?    Resources:   View Devin Price on LinkedIn   View Derrick Love on LinkedIn   View Wendy Zenone on LinkedIn  View Nic Fillingham on LinkedIn  Beam Foundation   Sync Seattle     The Talking Tech Podcast   BAM Scholarship    Related Microsoft Podcasts:     Microsoft Threat Intelligence Podcast   Afternoon Cyber Tea with Ann Johnson   Uncovering Hidden Risks      Discover and follow other Microsoft podcasts at microsoft.com/podcasts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.