Unlock real‑world insight into Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC) in this unscripted AMA with bdubzz & PBO from the Study GRC “GRC Mafia” community.
The technical skills that lift a GRC program—OWASP Top 10, STIGs, CIS benchmarks, cloud hardening and more
Translating risk into dollars for executives and mapping controls to frameworks like NIST 800‑53, ISO 27001, PCI‑DSS and HITRUST
Breaking into the field: resumes, Security+ vs. PJPT, leveraging Discord & local meet‑ups to land that first analyst role
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to GRC and Community Engagement
04:28 Valuable Technical Skills in GRC
10:40 Navigating Career Paths in Cybersecurity
12:40 Understanding Compliance Frameworks
18:10 The Importance of Communication in GRC
24:20 Tools and Technologies for GRC Professionals
35:41 Navigating Technical Challenges in Streaming
36:48 Breaking into GRC: Personal Journeys and Insights
41:41 The Importance of Networking and Community Engagement
46:15 Certifications and Their Role in Career Advancement
51:19 Transitioning Careers: Embracing Change and New Opportunities
56:14 Finding Your Community: Local Groups and Networking
01:01:09 Leveraging AI for Job Applications and Resumes
01:06:41 The Power of Informational Interviews and Networking
01:11:12 Creative Paths to Career Advancement
01:14:22 Setting Realistic Goals for Career Growth
01:20:41 Navigating YouTube and Learning from Mistakes
01:24:52 Entry-Level GRC Jobs and Responsibilities
01:30:11 The Value of Degrees in Cybersecurity
01:36:25 Work-Life Balance in GRC
01:51:53 Updating Policies and Procedures
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