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Welcome to the SECURE | CYBER CONNECT Podcast with Jay Adamson and Warren Atkinson, where we’re joined by information and Cyber Security, Technology, and Talent Acquisition professionals who share their journeys, unique perspectives, and offer valuable advice and guidance. 👥 JOIN THE SECURE | CYBER CONNECT COMMUNITY: https://smart-connect-cyber.mn.co/ ✅ Learn More: https://linktr.ee/securecyberconnect Discover the real cyber security risks facing small businesses, schools, and young people today. We’re excited to be joined by Christopher Eastwood, a former British Army Combat Engineer and Regional Cyber Crime Unit officer with extensive experience investigating fraud, hacking, identity theft, and data breaches, and Alistair Kennedy, a 21-year police veteran who specialised in cyber-crime prevention and worked directly with businesses to strengthen their cyber defences. Together, they co-founded The Rybec Group, a trusted cyber security consultancy helping organisations implement essential protections like Cyber Essentials and ISO 27001 certification. In this episode, we dive deep into critical topics such as cyber-crime prevention for SMEs, AI-driven cyber threats targeting schools and children, and why compliance alone isn’t enough to secure your business. Alistair shares his passion for educating young people—especially those with neurodiverse challenges—on navigating digital risks, while Chris draws on his work with the National Crime Agency and multiple regional police forces to offer practical, battle-tested strategies. If you’re a business owner, IT professional, or educator looking for expert advice on cyber security awareness training, protecting small and medium enterprises from cyber attacks, and understanding the real impact of global cyber threats, this episode is a must-listen. Share it with your team, local schools, and community to build stronger cyber defences together. The DATATRIBE CHALLENGE | CYBER INNOVATION DAY If you’re a startup, scaleup, founder, or innovator in cyber security- this is for you! Before you go to chasing millions to bankroll your cyber security dream, check out DataTribe Challenge. This November 4th will be the eighth time the Fulton, Maryland-based early-stage foundry has lined up leading investors and potential customers to help entrepreneurs honor their pitch. Learn how to take part in event – this year in Washington, DC – at the DataTribe website. Get those entries in by September 12th. REGISTER HERE: https://cid.datatribe.com/ ANNOUNCEMENT: 🔥 Check out the launch of SECURE | CYBER CONNECT LIVE, where we’re joined by our friends from Databricks & Arhasi: https://www.youtube.com/live/rPcDGcZnhis?si=D_X4lB6PFDMlAe1t 🔥 Followed by an exclusive, private session & the launch of - CYBER CONNECT F*K UPS edition: https://smart-connect-cyber.mn.co/ The SECURE | CYBER CONNECT team offers tailored resources and strategic introductions to help you thrive in the evolving landscape of Corporate Governance, Information Security & Cyber Security, addressing Cultural, Technological & Talent Acquisition challenges. LEARN MORE ABOUT OUR SOLUTIONS & SERVICES HERE: https://www.linkedin.com/feed/update/urn:li:activity:7339197132299464704 📺 WATCH MORE: www.youtube.com/@SECURECyberConnectCommunity 🗓️ NEW EPISODES available every Sunday. 🔔 We appreciate your support - Please SUBSCRIBE, LIKE and SHARE to encourage diverse and inclusive knowledge sharing.