Bare Metal Cyber ™
Welcome to Bare Metal Cyber, the hub for Dr. Jason Edwards' published works, including newsletters, podcasts, and books on cybersecurity. His content reaches over 2 million professionals annually, generating 10 million impressions and delivering valuable insights to the cybersecurity and military communities.
Dr. Edwards also authors a series of children's books on cyber called Darwin the Cyber Beagle:
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Published Books
Dr. Edwards is a prolific author specializing in cybersecurity, education, and military history, delivering insightful and practical knowledge across these fields.
Reader Reviews
"Hacked is a compelling and insightful exploration of the fascinating intersection between cybersecurity and cinema. Whether you're a tech enthusiast, a movie buff, or simply curious about the digital age’s portrayal on screen, this book offers a fresh and thought-provoking perspective." - W, USA
"This book is truly a comprehensive guide that takes readers from an introduction to the cybersecurity field, through the educational pathways and certifications, around every major role, and arriving at the future of cybersecurity in various industries." - H, USA
"The guide was clearly authored for the practitioner, with recommendations at the end of each section, and a quick-reference chapter summary. Unlike many technical guides, this book is well written and easy to follow. " - S, USA
Cybersecurity Podcasts
Explore the diverse range of podcasts focused on cybersecurity insights and trends for enthusiasts.
Control-Alt-Alumni
Control-Alt-Alumni is your gateway to the world of cybersecurity education and careers. Join us as we sit down with students, educators, and industry leaders to discuss cyber education, the skills companies are looking for, and how to land your dream job in the field.
Bare Metal Cyber
Welcome to Bare Metal Cyber, the podcast that bridges cybersecurity and education in a way that’s engaging, informative, and practical. Each episode dives into pressing cybersecurity topics, real-world challenges, and actionable advice.
Cybersecurity Prepcasts
The Prepcast series offers expert-led audio training for today’s top cybersecurity certifications & topics
Certified: The CISSP Prepcast
Certified is your complete audio companion for mastering the ISC2 CISSP certification exam. Designed for aspiring cybersecurity professionals, this narrated series breaks down every domain of the official exam objectives with clarity, focus, and real-world context.
Certified: The Security+ Prepcast
Certified is your complete audio companion for mastering the CompTIA Security+ SY0-701 certification exam. Designed for aspiring cybersecurity professionals, this narrated series breaks down every domain of the official exam objectives with clarity, focus, and real-world context.
Certified: The CRISC Prepcast
Certified is your focused audio companion for mastering the CRISC certification. Designed for IT risk professionals, this series unpacks each domain with clarity and structure, aligning directly to ISACA’s exam objectives to support deep understanding and lasting retention.
Certified: The CISM Prepcast
Certified is your streamlined audio guide to mastering the CISM exam. Built for future security leaders, each episode delivers focused, easy-to-follow lessons aligned to ISACA’s four domains—helping you study smarter and pass with confidence.
Certified: The CISA Prepcast
Certified: The CCISO Prepcast
Certified is your focused audio companion for mastering the CISA certification. Covering all five domains in over 100 structured episodes, this series delivers clear, exam-aligned guidance to help you prepare efficiently and pass with confidence.
Certified is your expert audio guide to acing the Certified Chief Information Security Officer exam. With 70 in-depth episodes, it breaks down every domain and executive competency, giving professionals the exam-focused clarity they need to lead with confidence.
DotOne: The Cyber Educational Prepcast
Framework: The NIST CSF Prepcast
Bite-sized cybersecurity education for today's fast-paced world. As the concise, accessible companion to the in-depth Bare Metal Cyber podcast, each episode explores essential cybersecurity concepts, transforming complex ideas into clear, practical lessons—all delivered in under 15 minutes.
Framework is your comprehensive audio guide to mastering the NIST Cybersecurity Framework (CSF) 2.0. With 113 detailed episodes, this prepcast dives deeply into every function, category, and control of the CSF 2.0.
Bare Metal Cyber Podcasts offers insightful discussions on cybersecurity. Each episode is engaging and informative, making complex topics accessible. Highly recommend for anyone interested in the field!
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David E. - CISO
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