From Morris to Azure: Shawn Hernan’s Three Decades in Security

Shawn Hernan, Partner Security Engineering Group Manager at Microsoft joins Wendy Zenone and Nic Fillingham on this week's episode of The BlueHat Podcast. Shawn leads Microsoft Cloud & AI Security Assurance, overseeing an international team of security professionals dedicated to proactively addressing security challenges through vulnerability research, penetration testing, and threat modeling. Drawing from his extensive experience in early cybersecurity, Shawn shares valuable insights into the evolving landscape, stressing the significance of academic knowledge and practical experience. From navigating intricate technical terrains to fostering a growth mindset, this episode provides a compelling glimpse into the ongoing pursuit of security excellence in today's digital era. 

In This Episode You Will Learn:    

• Addressing root causes of vulnerabilities reported by third parties or found internally 
• Developing tools and a deep understanding of specific classes of vulnerabilities 
• Research on areas like crypto hygiene and missing integrity vulnerabilities 

Some Questions We Ask:     

• How does your team handle variant hunting for critical cases? 
• When researchers find issues in Azure, how does your team get involved? 
• How do you foster a security culture within Microsoft and your team? 

Resources:  

View Shawn Hernan on LinkedIn     

View Wendy Zenone on LinkedIn 

View Nic Fillingham on LinkedIn 

Related Microsoft Podcasts:  

• Microsoft Threat Intelligence Podcast  
• Afternoon Cyber Tea with Ann Johnson  
• Uncovering Hidden Risks  

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