Hayden Covington
Leads the SecOps team in the SOC at Black Hills Information Security, focusing on triage, SOAR, and detection engineering. Previously worked for a Navy contractor dealing with APTs.
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Jun 20, 2025 • 31min
#223 - Defender Fridays: Maintaining the human touch in security operations with Hayden Covington, SOC SecOps Lead at BHIS
Hayden Covington, SOC SecOps Lead at Black Hills Information Security, shares insights from his extensive background, including work with APTs for a Navy contractor. He dives into the vital balance of AI and human oversight in security operations, stressing the importance of maintaining a human touch to prevent errors. The conversation highlights how AI can enhance detection and streamline operations, while also discussing the challenges posed by rapidly evolving AI technologies. With an informal tone, they emphasize collaboration in tackling cybersecurity challenges.
Feb 3, 2025 • 36min
S2 E4: SOC Operations and Metrics with Hayden Covington
Hayden Covington, a security professional at Black Hills Information Security, shares his expertise in SOC operations and metrics. He discusses the importance of meaningful performance indicators and transparent communication with clients. Hayden also introduces his new online course on SOC foundations, drawing on practical examples with Elastic and Jira. He navigates the challenges of public speaking and shares personal stories from his journey in cybersecurity. Additionally, he emphasizes the value of personal documentation and productivity tips for tech professionals.
