Tales that Defined the Cybersecurity Frontline

About this episode

In this special finale episode, Mick Leach reflects on the stories and lessons that shaped the first season of SOC Unlocked.

Season 1 of SOC Unlocked has been a journey through the dynamic and ever-changing world of cybersecurity. With host Mick Leach as our guide, we explored cutting-edge advancements in the SOC, shared powerful stories, and celebrated the unsung heroes who work tirelessly to protect organizations from evolving threats. In this special finale episode, we take a moment to reflect on the stories and lessons that shaped our first season. From the transformative role of AI in defending against modern cyberattacks to the importance of collaboration and mentorship, this episode revisits the moments that inspired, educated, and entertained.

People in this episode

Host: Mick Leach

Topics covered

• cybersecurity
• AI
• collaboration
• mentorship
• SOC
• cyberattacks

Keywords

• cybersecurity
• AI
• SOC
• cyberattacks
• mentorship
• collaboration
• stories

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• Rethinking Threat Intelligence in an Agentic AI World with Piotr Wojtyla · December 30, 2025 · 55 min
• From Offense to Innovation: What AI Teaches Us About the Future of Cyber Defense with Dave Kennedy · November 13, 2025 · 1h 8m
• The Science of Breaking In: How Curiosity Drives Cybersecurity with FC · October 24, 2025 · 60 min
• Testing, Learning, Evolving: How Practice and Precision Strengthen the SOC with Marty McDonald · October 9, 2025 · 40 min
• From Alerts to Automation: Lessons in SOC Resilience with Steven Dumolt · September 3, 2025 · 43 min