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Dive deep into the dynamic world of IT with CyberCast, the authoritative podcast brought to you by AT-Net. Join us as we unravel the complexities of the cyber realm with expert analyses and riveting insights that span a myriad of topics, many of which are services AT-NET offers, including cybersecurity, cloud computing, network management, and much more. Website: https://www.expertip.net/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/at-net-services-inc-/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ATNETServicesInc Twitter: https://twitter.com/ATNETServices

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October 20, 20261 hr 5 min

Leaders Unplugged Ep. 1 | Rachel Fuller of Escalon

We're kicking off a new series on The CyberCast called Leaders Unplugged , where Joel sits down with people from different industries to hear their stories, learn how they got to where they are today, and talk about how technology and AI are changing their work. For our first episode, Joel welcomes Rachel Fuller, Head of Diversified & International at Escalon , a company that helps businesses manage accounting, HR, payroll, and financial operations. Joel and Rachel talk about her career journey, the challenges businesses face with compliance and cybersecurity, and how AI is changing the accounting industry. They also discuss why human experience and judgment are still so important, even as technology takes on more of the everyday work. It's a fun, down-to-earth conversation about business, technology, and the unexpected paths our careers can take. 🎧 Thanks for listening to the first episode of Leaders Unplugged ! Be sure to follow The CyberCast for more conversations with interesting people from businesses across the country. Connect & Learn More 🎥 The CyberCast on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CyberCastbyAT-NET 🌐 AT-NET Services: https://expertip.net/ 👤 Connect with Rachel Fuller on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachelkfuller/ 🏢 Learn more about Escalon: https://escalon.services/

August 20, 202618 min

Episode 23 - AI in the Workforce

Everyone keeps hearing that AI is coming for jobs. But what if we’re looking at it the wrong way? In this episode of The CyberCast , Joel Sosebee takes a practical look at AI in the workforce and how businesses are actually getting value from it. The companies seeing the best results aren’t simply replacing people with AI. They’re figuring out how to use AI and their people together. Joel introduces the “Centaur” model , where AI handles the repetitive, time-consuming work while people provide the judgment, experience, creativity, and context that technology can’t. From marketing and software development to customer service, we look at how this is already changing jobs and what it means for the skills businesses will need from their employees going forward. If you’re trying to figure out where AI fits into your workforce, start here. The goal isn’t to automate away your people. It’s to automate the busy work so your people have more time for the work that actually matters.

May 4, 202612 min

Episode 22 - What is Mythos and Why Should You Care?

What happens when an AI model is too powerful to release? In this episode of The CyberCast, Joel breaks down the story behind Mythos , a cutting-edge AI model developed by Anthropic that was intentionally held back, not because it failed, but because of what it could do. This isn’t about another AI tool or trend. It’s about a fundamental shift in how cyber threats operate and why traditional security approaches are no longer enough. You’ll learn: Why AI is changing the speed and sophistication of cyberattacks How AI-powered impersonation is redefining social engineering What “adaptive security” really means for your business Why cybersecurity is now a leadership-level issue, not just IT Joel also outlines five practical actions every business can take today to strengthen their security posture and stay ahead of what’s coming next. The warning signs are already here. The only question is whether your business is ready.

April 2, 202614 min

Episode 21 - AI in Manufacturing

AI is everywhere but does it actually help your operation? In this episode of CyberCast, Joel breaks down AI in manufacturing from a practical, business-first perspective. We cover where AI actually delivers value, how to evaluate it without risking production, and what most companies get wrong before they even start. You’ll also walk away with a simple five-part framework to help you assess data readiness, reduce risk, and tie AI to real operational outcomes. No hype. Just clarity on what works and what doesn’t.

February 24, 202615 min

Episode 20 - CMMC without the Chaos

In this episode of the CyberCast, Joel breaks down CMMC, the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification, and what it means now that it is being written directly into Department of Defense contracts. We walk through the three certification levels, explain the difference between self assessment and third party assessment, and unpack how supply chain flow down requirements are catching companies off guard. You will also hear what the certification process looks like in practice, including scoping decisions, timelines, and typical costs. Whether you are a defense contractor, a supplier several tiers removed, or simply interested in how independent verification is reshaping cybersecurity, this episode provides a clear and practical overview without the chaos.

January 22, 202625 min

Episode 19 - When the Line Stops

Manufacturing doesn’t have cybersecurity figured out. It just lives where failure can’t hide. In this episode of CyberCast , Joel explores why manufacturing acts as an early warning system for every other industry. Not because it’s more mature, but because the consequences of cyber risk show up immediately. When a factory goes down, there’s no workaround. Lines stop. People idle. Revenue waits. And the incidents that cause the most damage rarely start with sophisticated attacks—they begin with blind see spots, familiar assumptions, and decisions that felt reasonable at the time. This conversation looks beyond frameworks and tools to unpack what manufacturing teaches us about: Downtime as a business metric—not an IT one Why “good people” don’t reduce cyber risk Identity failures as the new cause of outages Security decisions that break when they ignore real workflows What manufacturing’s pragmatic use of AI gets right—and wrong Why cybersecurity is always a leadership responsibility You don’t need to run a factory to feel the impact of this episode. If your business depends on uptime, trust, or continuity, the lessons apply directly. Because the real question isn’t if something breaks. It’s what happens when the line stops—and whether you were ready.

December 10, 202527 min

Episode 18 - The End of 2025

In this year-end episode of The CyberCast , Joel unpacks the real story of 2025 — not the headlines, but the quiet shifts that reshaped how organizations think about risk, technology, and trust. This wasn’t a year defined by one major breach or a single industry-changing event. It was defined by smaller, subtle changes that settled into the foundation of how businesses operate. And without clear guidance, many leaders were left feeling overwhelmed, uncertain, and stretched thin. Joel breaks down: • Why identity became the real perimeter — and how everyday access clutter created outsized risk • How AI slipped into your business quietly through software updates and “smart features” nobody approved • Why cyber insurers suddenly converged on what actually matters — and how documentation became the difference between confidence and chaos • What threat actors really focused on in 2025 (hint: it wasn’t sophistication, it was ambiguity) • Why clarity—not more tools—is the strongest advantage leaders can bring into 2026 • The 7 cybersecurity priorities that will strengthen your posture heading into the new year If 2025 felt noisy, you weren’t imagining it. This episode helps you cut through that noise and step into 2026 with steadiness, simplicity, and a clear sense of what truly matters. Because clarity reduces risk. Clarity reduces cost. And clarity lets leaders breathe again.

December 4, 20251 min

How Do Enterprise Cloud Service Agencies Support Regulatory Compliance?

Learn how enterprise cloud providers can help large organizations stay compliant as regulations shift. We explore core responsibilities, key features to prioritize in a provider, and the value of consistent oversight. Read the full blog post: https://www.expertip.net/enterprise-cloud-services-compliance/ Connect with us: Website: https://www.expertip.net/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ATNETServicesInc X (formerly Twitter): https://x.com/ATNETServices LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/at-net-services-inc-/ AT-NET Services on CST: https://www.cloudsecuretech.com/profile/at-net/ Joel K. Sosebee on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joel-sosebee-1271b74/

November 21, 202516 min

Episode 17 - Operational Empathy

In this episode of The CyberCast , join Joel as he digs into a quiet truth most leaders eventually face: Growth doesn’t create dysfunction — it reveals it. As companies scale, the cracks don’t show up in strategy or talent; they surface in the technology, workflows, and disconnected systems that were never designed for today’s version of the business. This episode explores operational empathy — the ability to understand how people, processes, and technology actually work together inside your organization. It’s not a soft skill. It’s a leadership skill. And when your technology partner embraces it, everything changes. Joel breaks down: Why thriving companies still struggle with friction and inefficiency How operational drag quietly taxes your teams The difference between an IT vendor and a true technology partner Real-world examples from professional services, manufacturing, construction, and financial firms How leaders can evaluate whether their systems are aligned or silently working against them Simple ways to uncover blind spots before they become outages, delays, or compliance failures If you’ve ever wondered why “everything looks fine” from the outside but feels heavy on the inside, this is your episode. Operational empathy is what turns blind spots into clarity — and clarity into growth.

October 29, 20252 min

What to Do In The Face of a Large Business Cybersecurity Skills Shortage

Explore why the large business cybersecurity skills gap continues to grow despite greater resources and awareness. Learn practical ways to strengthen your internal teams, modernize hiring approaches, and use external partnerships to fill critical security roles. Read the full blog post: https://www.expertip.net/large-business-cybersecurity-skills/ Connect with us: Website: https://www.expertip.net/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ATNETServicesInc X (formerly Twitter): https://x.com/ATNETServices LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/at-net-services-inc-/ Joel K. Sosebee on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joel-sosebee-1271b74/