Episode 11 - Velociraptor, Containerisation and Infrastructure Deployed as Code with Myles Agnew

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In this episode of Traffic Light Protocol, we sit down with Myles, a cybersecurity veteran with over 15 years of Cyber experience and background as a Combat Engineer in the Army. Myles brings his unique perspective on integrating automation and cloud technologies into cybersecurity infrastructure deployment (Used specifically when deploying Velciraptor- an advanced open-source endpoint monitoring, digital forensic and cyber response platform).
We delve into his journey from the military to his current role in deploying and managing advanced cloud infrastructure using docker containers and kubernetes orchestration platforms.
Quotes from Myles:

• "My time in the Army taught me the value of precision and strategy, which I now apply to cybersecurity."
• "Cloud environments offer flexibility, but they also demand a new level of vigilance and control."
• "With containerization, we’re not just deploying applications; we're creating a more secure and manageable environment."

Key takeaways:
Strategic Integration: Integrating automation and cloud technologies can significantly enhance both the efficiency and effectiveness of cybersecurity practices.

• Proactive Security Measures: Shifting from reactive to proactive security strategies is essential for staying ahead of emerging threats.
• Cloud Security Fundamentals: Understanding the fundamentals of containerization and orchestration is crucial for maintaining a secure cloud environment.
• Efficiency Through Automation: Automation not only speeds up response times but also reduces the likelihood of human error in security processes.
• Vigilance in Cloud Environments: While cloud technologies offer numerous benefits, they also introduce new security challenges that require continuous vigilance and adaptation.
• Role of Military Experience: Insights gained from military experience can offer valuable perspectives on discipline, strategy, and precision in cybersecurity practices.
• Future Trends: Keeping up with trends in automation and cloud security will be key to adapting to future cybersecurity challenges.

Links and resources:
Contact Myles
Website: MylesAgnew.com
Github: https://github.com/mylesagnew
ASD threat intel:
https://www.asd.gov.au/about/what-we-do/cyber-security
Tools:
Cuckoo Sandbox- https://github.com/cuckoosandbox
Wordfence - Available in Wordpress plugins
WPS Scan (on Kali Linux) for scanning your own Wordpress site for vulnerabilities
Yara Signator: https://github.com/fxb-cocacoding/yara-signator