#267 - Defender Fridays: AI in SecOps - what's real vs. what's hype? With Alec Fenton from Foresite Cybersecurity

In this episode of Defender Fridays, we talk to Alec Fenton, VP Security Operations at Foresite Cybersecurity, practical career advice for defenders, SOC metrics that actually matter and AI in security operations.

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Alec is a seasoned Cyber Security professional with over 15 years of extensive experience across many IT domains. With a career spanning more than a decade, Alec has honed his expertise in addressing a broad spectrum of cybersecurity challenges, leveraging his analytical prowess and hands-on approach to leadership.

Throughout his career, Alec has navigated the intricate landscape of IT security, working across various sectors including managed service providers and private companies. His tenure as an analyst in the cybersecurity space has not only equipped him with a deep understanding of emerging threats and vulnerabilities but has also shaped his leadership philosophy of "lead from the front."

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