Mac Admins Podcast

Career progression in IT can feel a bit unclear at times. Start as a Helpdesk, get to be a CPE, what happens next? How does development actually work? What do most organizations do to tier their people? How do you move up as an individual contributor? We're talking with Graham Gilbert of Airbnb about what it's like to move up toward the rarified air of staff engineer and beyond. Hosts: Tom Bridge - @tbridge@theinternet.social Marcus Ransom - @marcusransom Guests: Graham Gilbert - LinkedIn Links: Eisenhower Matrix: https://asana.com/resources/eisenhower-matrix Sponsors: Kandji 1Password iMazing Smallstep Watchman Monitoring If you're interested in sponsoring the Mac Admins Podcast, please email podcast@macadmins.org for more information. Get the latest about the Mac Admins Podcast, follow us on Twitter! We're @MacAdmPodcast! The Mac Admins Podcast has launched a Patreon Campaign! Our named patrons this month include Weldon Dodd, Damien Barrett, Justin Holt, Chad Swarthout, William Smith, Stephen Weinstein, Seb Nash, Dan McLaughlin, Joe Sfarra, Nate Cinal, Jon Brown, Dan Barker, Tim Perfitt, Ashley MacKinlay, Tobias Linder Philippe Daoust, AJ Potrebka, Adam Burg, & Hamlin Krewson

Arek Dreyer from Kandji is back to talk through some updates to Kandji's platform focused on Security, and he's brought a friend, Matt Day. From Vulnerability management on through to Behavior Detection, there's a lot going on in the marketplace today, and Kandji's got some new tools to work with! Hosts: Tom Bridge - @tbridge@theinternet.social Charles Edge - @cedge318 Marcus Ransom - @marcusransom Guests: Arek Dreyer - LinkedIn Matt Day - LinkedIn Links: https://www.kandji.io/blog/vulnerability-management https://www.matildas.com.au/news/nike-and-football-australia-unveil-first-australian-national-football-team-collection-designed https://shop.footballaustralia.com.au/collections/ntk-away Sponsors: Kandji 1Password iMazing Smallstep Watchman Monitoring If you're interested in sponsoring the Mac Admins Podcast, please email podcast@macadmins.org for more information. Get the latest about the Mac Admins Podcast, follow us on Twitter! We're @MacAdmPodcast! The Mac Admins Podcast has launched a Patreon Campaign! Our named patrons this month include Weldon Dodd, Damien Barrett, Justin Holt, Chad Swarthout, William Smith, Stephen Weinstein, Seb Nash, Dan McLaughlin, Joe Sfarra, Nate Cinal, Jon Brown, Dan Barker, Tim Perfitt, Ashley MacKinlay, Tobias Linder Philippe Daoust, AJ Potrebka, Adam Burg, & Hamlin Krewson

Robert Hammen, a Mac administration expert, shares insights into career growth and the challenges of navigating job transitions. He discusses recognizing signs of burnout and the importance of mentorship for aspiring Mac Admins. Hammen emphasizes the necessity of work-life balance and setting boundaries to avoid workplace stress. The conversation also touches on the impact of leadership failures on job security and employee morale, encouraging listeners to embrace change and community support as they advance their careers.

The hosts celebrate a major milestone, reflecting on nearly nine years of podcasting. They share personal journeys into Mac administration, discussing how creativity merges with tech. The importance of community and professional networking is highlighted, showcasing collaborative growth in the IT sector. Memorable moments and challenges in podcast evolution are shared, alongside a look at adapting to changes in Apple's ecosystem. Gratitude for loyal listeners and impactful connections throughout their journey is also emphasized.

Matt Coppinger, Director of Product Management at Omnissa, shares insights on the future of Workspace ONE following its divestiture from VMware. He discusses the shift towards declarative device management and the importance of integrating security with identity management. The conversation highlights the role of AI in enhancing IT administration and revolutionary technologies like VR and AR for workplace productivity. Coppinger also emphasizes collaboration with Apple to address challenges in device compliance and streamline updates.

Adam Derrick, a sales engineer at Jamf with 16 years of experience, and Dave Goldberg from Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield, a seasoned Mac administrator, discuss the evolving landscape of Mac management. They delve into the intricacies of Jamf app installers, the challenges of managing third-party software, and striking a balance between security and user productivity. They also explore personalized approaches to patch management, optimizations for the Jamf App Catalog, and the complexities of Xcode updates for development teams, all through their extensive experiences in the field.

Guests John Britton and Mike McQuaid from Workbrew, experts on Software Bill of Materials (SBOM), discuss the crucial role SBOMs play in ensuring software security and compliance. They share insights on managing software dependencies, the benefits of transparency, and the journey towards simplified package management. The conversation highlights the innovations in Workbrew 1.0, including enhanced automation for IT staff. Plus, they explore the balance between developer experience and security, emphasizing collaboration as key to overcoming challenges in the Mac admin landscape.

Andrew Orrison from CrashPlan joins the pod to talk about a couple topics: how they've moved to be their own organization from being part of Code42, and how they use the Mac Admins Slack as a way to support the community. Hosts: Tom Bridge - @tbridge@theinternet.social Marcus Ransom - @marcusransom Guests: Andrew Orrison - LinkedIn Links: Mac Admins Slack Vendor Guidelines Parablu acquisition Lady Washington (Ship) Sponsors: Kandji 1Password Watchman Monitoring If you're interested in sponsoring the Mac Admins Podcast, please email podcast@macadmins.org for more information. Get the latest about the Mac Admins Podcast, follow us on Twitter! We're @MacAdmPodcast! The Mac Admins Podcast has launched a Patreon Campaign! Our named patrons this month include Weldon Dodd, Damien Barrett, Justin Holt, Chad Swarthout, William Smith, Stephen Weinstein, Seb Nash, Dan McLaughlin, Joe Sfarra, Nate Cinal, Jon Brown, Dan Barker, Tim Perfitt, Ashley MacKinlay, Tobias Linder Philippe Daoust, AJ Potrebka, Adam Burg, & Hamlin Krewson

Ari Leviatan, Director of B2B engineering at DigiDNA, dives into the transformative iMazing Profile Editor, a must-have for Mac Admins. He discusses its easy profile creation tools and community-driven development, enhancing Apple device management. The conversation features insights into company security likened to a university campus, upcoming features in iMazing Profile Editor 2, and its evolution from a consumer tool to an enterprise essential. Ari also explores automating device management with iMazing's CLI, showcasing real-world applications and efficiency gains.

Collin Elliott is back to talk to more about controlling the family devices in your midst. Hosts: Tom Bridge - @tbridge@theinternet.social Becky Scott - LinkedIn Guests: Collin Elliott - LinkedIn Links: Episode 376: https://podcast.macadmins.org/2024/08/14/episode-376-family-device-control-with-collin-elliott/ https://support.opendns.com/hc/en-us/articles/228006487-FamilyShield-Router-Configuration-Instructions Sponsors: Kandji 1Password Watchman Monitoring If you're interested in sponsoring the Mac Admins Podcast, please email podcast@macadmins.org for more information. Get the latest about the Mac Admins Podcast, follow us on Twitter! We're @MacAdmPodcast! The Mac Admins Podcast has launched a Patreon Campaign! Our named patrons this month include Weldon Dodd, Damien Barrett, Justin Holt, Chad Swarthout, William Smith, Stephen Weinstein, Seb Nash, Dan McLaughlin, Joe Sfarra, Nate Cinal, Jon Brown, Dan Barker, Tim Perfitt, Ashley MacKinlay, Tobias Linder Philippe Daoust, AJ Potrebka, Adam Burg, & Hamlin Krewson