Cisco Champion Radio

No matter the size of your Security Operations team, they’re likely overburdened with the sheer magnitude of alerts and the amount of time they’re spending on routine processes. Orchestration is a critically important way to drive automation by reducing the number of repetitive tasks so your team can focus on more strategic and future looking initiatives, like threat hunting. Join our experts to explore the detailed ways that SecureX orchestration workflows can be built, customized and activated to maximize your team’s efficiency and response times. Related links Learn more: https://www.cisco.com/site/us/en/products/security/securex-platform/index.html?dtid=opdcsnc001469 Follow us: twitter.com/ciscochampion Cisco Champion Hosts Evan Mintzer (twitter.com/evanmintzer), Ashfield Engage, Information Security Manager Zoe Rose (twitter.com/RoseSecOps), Canon EMEA, Regional and Supplier Information Security Guest Matt Vander Horst, Cisco, Technical Leader, Cisco SecureX Moderator Amilee San Juan (twitter.co

Network automation and orchestration are today’s IT pot of gold at the end of the rainbow. With Cisco DNA Center that pot of gold is within reach. Cisco DNA center delivers a proven reliable, secure, and scalable DevOps platform with mature API’s, and closed-loop integrations to simplify and streamline the enterprise application system integration. Tune in to the episode to dive into the DevOps persona with Campus Network Programmability & Integrations using Cisco DNA Center. Discover what is possible with the APIs and looks at the power of some of the existing integrations with Cisco products and other popular enterprise application such as ServiceNow. Follow us: twitter.com/ciscochampion Cisco Champion Hosts Jose Bogarin (twitter.com/josebogarin) Altus Consulting, Chief Innovation Officer Liam Keegan (twitter.com/liamjkeegan), 24/7 Networks, Solutions Architect Michael van Kleij (twitter.com/mvankleij_nl) Axians NL, Technical Consultant Guest Gabi Zapodeanu, Cisco, Technical Marketing Engineer, Enter

The rapid expansion of 5G has led to a diverse threat surface threatening the availability and sustainability of desired low latency outcomes (virtual reality, IoT, 3D video, etc.). One of the newer threats is the attack from rogue IoT and UE (mobile phones, iPads and other 5G attached devices) devices.  The resulting increase in bandwidth consumption and diverse flows increased the overall threat surface at the access layer which can potentially expose the entire network to a much larger DDoS attack.   With the new Cisco Secure DDoS Edge Protection solution, service providers will now have an efficient DDoS detection and mitigation solution that can thwart the attacks right at the access layer. The solution focuses on 5G deployments, providing an efficient attack detection & mitigation solution for GTP traffic. This will help in preventing malicious traffic from penetrating deeper into the service provider’s network. Related links https://www.cisco.com/c/en/us/products/collateral/security/secure-ddos-edg

Just as the hybrid workplace has evolved recently, so has the threat landscape. Our suite of proactive and reactive incident response services delivers the visibility and threat intelligence you need to help prepare, respond, and recover from a breach. Access the full breadth of Cisco Talos, a recognized leader in threat intelligence and research.    In this episode, we can dive into Talos Incident response can provide:    ·         Greater visibility: Unmatched security capabilities facilitated by the largest telemetry and partner network in the industry.  ·         Threat intelligence: Access to the full breadth of Talos, backed by the most-trusted responder and analysts, via Insights on Demand.  ·         Faster response: Operational rigor and advanced tooling to apply global threat intelligence targeted at your organization.    Related links  https://talosintelligence.com/incident_response?dtid=opdcsnc001469    Follow us: twitter.com/ciscochampion      Cisco Champion Hosts   Ben Story (twitter.com/ntwrk80

With applications and users everywhere, the networks are now, more than ever, being tasked with delivering consistent protection while providing an exceptional user experience across multicloud environments (public, private, and hybrid cloud). The accelerated adoption of cloud-based applications and expanded remote workforce have also created significant challenges, including security and connectivity gaps, as well as unprecedented levels of network complexity that NetOps and SecOps teams could not have anticipated.   In this episode, we dive into how Cisco+ Secure Connect Now (a turnkey SASE solution powered by the Cisco Security Cloud and the Meraki platform) brings together our best-in-class networking, client connectivity, security, and monitoring capabilities into a single subscription service that will deliver seamless, secure access to any application, over any network, anywhere users work. This turnkey SASE solution is a great option for organizations who want to transition to a single subscription mo

Cisco Radio Aware Routing addresses several of the challenges faced when merging IP routing and radio communications in mobile networks, especially those exhibiting ad hoc (MANET) behavior. This technology has applications in the defense industry as well as state and local government for search and rescue, law enforcement, and disaster assessment.    Our existing routing protocols such as OSPFv3 and EIGRP need to adjust their path metrics very quickly to maintain a cohesive operational network. The routing protocol also needs a way to get information from the radios, requiring a radio to router protocol that is delivered by Cisco Radio Aware Routing in the form of two open protocols, which we will discuss here.    Tune in to this episode to learn how Cisco Radio Aware Routing provides capabilities that facilitate:    Optimal route selection based on cross-layer feedback from cooperating radios  Faster convergence when nodes join and leave the network  Flow-controlled communications between the radio and its p

The Wi-Fi 6E Catalyst 9136 access point takes advantage of the 6-GHz band to produce a network that is more reliable and secure, with higher throughput, more capacity, and less device interference. These access points come with built-in environmental sensors and provide a host of features for all your needs.    Join Cisco Champions as they discuss the Cisco Catalyst 9136 access point, and their experience testing this new AP in their unique environments.     Related links  Learn more: https://www.cisco.com/c/en/us/products/wireless/catalyst-9100ax-access-points/index.html?dtid=opdcsnc001469    Blog: https://richardatkin.com/post/2022/03/22/Streaming-environmental-air-quality-data-from-the-Cisco-Catalyst-9136-WiFi6e-Access-Point.html?dtid=opdcsnc001469    Follow us: https://twitter.com/ciscochampion       Cisco Champion Hosts   Jonathan Mahady (twitter.com/jonathan_mahady) BHP, Senior PCN Network Engineer   Richard Atkin (twitter.com/ukricha), ITGL, Solution Architect   Scott Fella (twitter.com/fella5), Micros

The Cisco Certified DevNet Expert joins Cisco’s expert-level certification tier and validates candidates’ expertise in network automation and software development—one of the fastest growing fields in networking today. The new DevNet Expert certification allows engineers to distinguish themselves as recognized experts in NetDevOps technologies, as well as their ability to lead the IT teams of the future. Listen to this episode to learn which skills are tested on the 8-hour lab exam and how you can best prepare.      Related links: Explore the Cisco Certified DevNet Expert Certification: https://cisco.com/go/devnetexpert DevNet Expert Certification Blogs: https://blogs.cisco.com/tag/devnet-expert-certification Follow us: twitter.com/CiscoChampion  Cisco Champion Hosts Danny Wade (twitter.com/devnetdan), NetCraftsmen, Network Automation Engineer Jose Bogarin, Altus Consulting, Chief Innovation Officer Liam Keegan (twitter.com/liamjkeegan), 24/7 Networks, Solutions Architect  Guest Hank Preston (twitt

Your network works for you. Your network has all the data it needs to make it a better network. However, with people coming and going, your network environment becomes a living and breathing entity that is dynamic based on the number of users, the demand for bandwidth and other environmental changes that happen over time. If your network does not adjust to these changes, performance suffers for all devices including IoT and user devices. A solution is needed that continually monitors and optimizes the network to these changes providing the best operational efficiency.     Tune in to this episode to learn how Cisco has optimized RRM, leveraging Artificial Intelligence to adaptively optimize your wireless network. As a part of Cisco DNA Center AI-Enhanced RRM uses historical data, AP density and other trends to provide the best wireless experience in a dynamic environment.    Related links  https://cisco.com/go/dnacenter.com/?dtid=opdcsnc001469   Follow us: twitter.com/CiscoChampion      Cisco Champion Hosts  

With over one trillion email scams per year, more than 22 billion records were exposed by data breaches in 2021. Phishing attacks are clearly on the rise, and they’re effectively exploiting human and system weakness to compromise critical and sensitive information.   Join us to learn more about the latest threat landscape changes, and how the latest innovations in Cisco Secure Email help to mitigate the rise in phishing, business email compromise, malware and ransomware attacks.   Related links  Learn more: https://cisco.com/go/emailsecurity?dtid=opdcsnc001469 Follow us: twitter.com/CiscoChampion      Cisco Champion Hosts   Girard Kavelines (twitter.com/GKavelines) Helient Systems, Managed Services Systems Analyst  Kenny Paula (twitter.com/KennyJPaula666), Reading Community College, IT Instructor  Marc Luescher (twitter.com/LuescherMarc), Fresenius Medical Care, Network/ Email Security Architect    Guest  Usman Din, Cisco, Principal Product Management Engineer    Moderator  Amilee San Juan (twitter.com/ami

Networks can be complex and often unpredictable. Traffic from over-the-top applications, automated systems, malicious attacks, or variations from simple operational errors can have unforeseen effects on traffic flows. Network providers need effective tools to consume and correlate this critical traffic data at scale and at low operational cost.  Join Cisco Champions and the experts as they discuss Cisco Crosswork Cloud, a powerful addition to any network operations using always-on, always-up to date, SaaS-based services to help improve routing health, increase network visibility, maintain trustworthy infrastructure, and generate network traffic insights.  Related links Learn more: www.cisco.com/go/crossworkcloud?dtid=opdcsnc001469   Contact: ask-crosswork-cloud@cisco.com Follow us: twitter.com/ciscochampion  Cisco Champion Hosts David Samuel Penaloza Seijas (twitter.com/davidsamuelps), Verizon Business, Principal Engineer Mir Hossein Mirghassemi (twitter.com/packetroute), Morgan Stanley, Vice President, Cl

Reaching the height of your career is no simple feat. It often requires a combination of pursuing the right education, building the right professional network and being bold enough to take the right chances. It takes time and effort. It takes taking yourself out of your comfort zone.  In the third part of our three-part series, Cisco Champions explore what it means to be an expert—in particular, they discuss tips on becoming an expert, what serves as motivation and how to deal with imposter syndrome, and even share their own personal stories.  Related links: Follow us: twitter.com/ciscochampion   Cisco Champion Hosts Artem Tkachov, GAIN Capital, Infrastructure Manager Brad Haynes (twitter.com/GK_bradhaynes),Global Knowledge, Solutions Engineer Daren Fulwell (twitter.com/darenfulwell), ANS Group, Technical Architect Peter Spyrounis (twitter.com/pjspyro), Systems Solution, Inc., Systems Engineer Zoe Rose (twitter.com/RoseSecOps), Canon EMEA, Regional and Supplier Information Security Moderator A

Full-stack observability provided by Cisco solutions moves beyond domain monitoring into full-stack visibility, insights, and actions, transforming siloed data into actionable insights that provide shared context for your IT teams.    Cisco is focused on full-stack observability with business context. Business context is the ability to map service capabilities and quality across digital applications and infrastructure, with insights to the real business impact experienced by the end user, whether internal worker, external partner, or end customer     Join Champions and Cisco Fellow Carlos Perieira as they uncover what it means, how it works and discuss how it helps operations teams via our end-to-end observability approach and deliverables, while minimizing or eliminating issues before they happen.    Related links  Product page: https://www.cisco.com/c/en/us/solutions/full-stack-observability.html  Cisco Live 2022 session (for full conference passes): https://www.ciscolive.com/global/attend/sessions/session-

Counterfeiting hardware and software is an illegal and lucrative trade which leads to an estimated $100B loss of revenue annually across IT industries. As one of the largest and most reputable brands in the world, Cisco is often a target of counterfeiters.     For all end-users across Cisco’s ecosystem, counterfeiting presents serious risks to network quality, performance, safety, and reliability. It is dangerous because counterfeit products are not designed or built to meet the same safety standard certifications that genuine Cisco products attain.      The Cisco Brand Protection team partners closely with both law enforcement and customs officials around the world to stop counterfeit products at borders, identify counterfeiting operations, and pursue legal actions against infringers of Cisco’s intellectual property rights, including trademarks. Our goal is to actively support our partners and customers in protecting their investment in Cisco solutions.    In this episode of Cisco Champion Radio we’ll talk a

Standing up and operating a mobile 5G network can be a challenging task, but Private 5G doesn’t need to be.  Now, there is a simple solution for enterprises that integrates their existing network systems with their very own Private 5G network.  Cisco Private 5G is delivered as-a-service to eliminate much of the cost and complexity by providing full lifecycle management of the equipment and software.  With Cisco Private 5G, enterprise IT departments can intuitively operate their own Private 5G networks that align and integrate with the way they manage their Wi-Fi networks today.   Industries from mining to manufacturing, education to agriculture, logistics, utilities, and healthcare and more each have their own use cases and applications for Private 5G.  And now Private 5G has arrived, to bring the high bandwidth, low-latency capabilities for new applications that require the speed and reliability of wired networks along with the mobility and security in cellular wireless.   In this episode of Cisco Champion R

Organizations are undergoing digital transformation like never before.  Global spending on digital transformation of business practices, products, and organizations is forecast to exceed $10 Trillion (with a T!) over the next five years alone. Companies need an operational model that allows them to deploy, manage, and optimize apps and infrastructure regardless of where it is located.  To succeed in a hybrid-cloud world, IT teams must rethink their infrastructure, and change their operating model.     Tune into this episode to learn how Cisco HyperFlex is making the journey to hybrid cloud simpler and more efficient.  It starts with infrastructure that delivers IT real-time cloud like resources that enables the business to provide customers with enhanced digital services that differentiate your from the competition.  It starts with adopting a cloud operating model that allows you to manage your environment from anywhere, and connects teams and technologies enabling them to work better together.  It starts wit

You’ve conquered the formative years of your career, somehow navigated the complex world of ever-changing networking technology, and have achieved success. But, as you contemplate the second act of your career, you may realize your needs and ambitions change. How can you approach the next phase with purpose and intention? What should you consider? How can you prepare?   In the second part of our three-part series, join Cisco Champions as they explore what it means to level up in your career—particularly, how it relates to continuing education,  the importance of building a professional network, the soft skills required and how to deal with imposter syndrome.   Follow us: twitter.com/ciscochampion   Cisco Champion Hosts Bill Masci (twitter.com/billver3), Iridium Communications, Inc., Network Administrator Giuliano Barros (twitter.com/giuksbr), Stone, DevOps Network Engineer Michael van Kleij (twitter.com/mvankleij_nl) Axians NL, Technical Consultant Micheline Murphy (twitter.com/MichyfishMurphy), WWT, Consulti

Do you have the responsibility to prepare, plan, design, implement, and operate complex solution environments? If so, you understand the need to leverage any available resources that makes that job easier.   But what is Cisco doing to provide you with the necessary design and implementation documentation you need to be successful? Join as we discuss 1) what is being done to better enable the engineering community at large, 2) the business transformation that is underway within Cisco, while Cisco continues to focus on interoperability and quality, and 3) the Cisco Validated framework (not to be confused with Cisco Validated Designs) that will unlock the creation of enablement tools and documentation—all to deliver greater value to you.  Follow us: twitter.com/ciscochampion  Cisco Champion Hosts Dan Sheldon (twitter.com/SheldonClimbs), WWT, Principal Systems Engineer Liam Keegan (twitter.com/liamjkeegan), 24/7 Networks, Solutions Architect Paul Campbell (twitter.com/paulmc3), Quaversal, CEO and Foun

Meet, call or brainstorm an idea—that can turn into the next big thing—with purpose-built devices. RoomOS is the powerful, cloud-connected operating system that enables your Webex room and desk devices to deliver intelligent, immersive, and inclusive collaboration experiences.   We want to protect your existing investments, so we teamed up with partners to provide you with agnostic meeting experiences. Web apps and integrations let you customize your device experience with the applications you know and love. Our open platform allows third-party integrations to become native to your workflow. Everything just flows naturally. ​   Tune in to this episode to learn how RoomOS supports every workflow—from the meeting room to the home office. Learn more: https://www.webex.com/content/webex/c/en_US/index/collaboration-devices.html/?dtid=opdcsnc001469   Follow us: twitter.com/ciscochampion  Cisco Champion Hosts Ahmad Taamneh (twitter.com/Abo_azez9), Gulf Business Machines, Senior Technical Sales Consultant Amr Nasher

The Catalyst 9000 switching family offers versatile design for more-flexible operations. Help ensure a more secure experience and bring exceptional speed and scale with our new Catalyst 9000X models.   Tune in to learn how this powerful and flexible switch can help deploy a platform to get the bandwidth, speed and scale required to support today’s hybrid work; leverage AI/ ML for continuous zero-trust security anywhere it’s needed; host more applications for a smarter, more agile campus and branch; and optimize energy efficiently and workplace wellness for a smarter, more sustainable building. Learn more: https://www.cisco.com/site/us/en/products/networking/switches/catalyst-9000-switches/index.html?dtid=opdcsnc001469  Follow us: twitter.com/ciscochampion  Cisco Champion Hosts Dan Kelcher (twitter.com/ipswitch), Merdian IT, Enterprise Network and Cybersecurity Solutions Architect  Kenny Paula, Reading Community College, IT Instructor Micheline Murphy (twitter.com/MichyfishMurphy), WWT, Consulting Syst