Blueprint: Build the Best in Cyber Defense
Are you a cyber defender looking to keep up on the newest tools, technology, and security concepts? Then BLUEPRINT is the podcast for you! Tune in to hear the latest in cyber defense and security operations from blue team leaders and experts. With a focus on learning, BLUEPRINT includes interviews with today’s top security practitioners defending the world’s most respected brands, and in-depth explanations on the newest technologies, protocols, and defensive tools. BLUEPRINT, is a podcast hosted by John Hubbard and brought to you by the SANS Institute. BLUEPRINT - your one-stop shop for taking your defense skills to the next level!
Podcasting since 2020 • 63 episodes
Blueprint: Build the Best in Cyber Defense
Latest Episodes
Infiltration Alert! How to Catch Fake IT Employees in Your Network with Zak Stufflebeam
This episode is a big one! We kick off 2026 with a critical lessons learned on how to detect and prevent the threat of fake IT workers infiltrating your organization through the story of a REAL compromise. In this episode, repeat guest Zak Stuf...
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Season 5
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Episode 9
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Leading by Example: Confidence and Responsibilty in Cybersecurity with Zak Stufflebeam
In this episode, we sit down with Zak Stufflebeam, Director of Cybersecurity at a publicly traded insurance company. Zak shares his unique journey from the military to leading security operations, emphasizing essential leadership principles lea...
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Season 5
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Episode 8
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1:06:23
From the SANS Cyber Leaders Podcast: Fighting Back with John Hubbard
This podcast episode is from the SANS Cyber Leaders Podcast.The episode features Blueprint host John Hubbard, where he talks with hosts James Lyne and Ciaran...
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Season 5
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52:21
Redefining Security Operations: Lessons in AI Integration with James Spiteri
In this episode of Blueprint, host John Hubbard sits down with James Spiteri from Elastic to explore the transformative power of AI on the SOC. They delve into how advanced AI technologies, such as agentic AI models, MCP protocol, and automatio...
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Season 5
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Episode 7
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1:06:46
From Special Forces to Cybersecurity: Rich Greene on Communication and Persuasion in Infosec
In this episode, we sit down with Rich Greene, a former United States Army Special Forces Green Beret and current SANS instructor for SEC275 and SEC301. Rich shares his incredible journey spanning 20 years in the Army, including his transition ...
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Season 5
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Episode 6
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