Welcome back to The Cyber Weekly! In this episode, Deo sits down with Kago Ezekiel Setshogo, a SOC Analyst at Augmenta Cybersecurity. Kago brings a rare and fascinating perspective to the table: combining Lean Six Sigma process engineering with hands-on SOC analysis to eliminate operational noise and streamline triaging.
Whether you're a seasoned security professional looking to optimize your team's workflow, or an aspiring analyst trying to break into the industry, Kago shares actionable insights on building virtual labs, mastering frameworks like NIST and ISO, and understanding your own strengths through psychometric testing.
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⏳ Timestamps:
00:00 Intro: Meet Kago Ezekiel Setshogo
02:22 Transitioning from System Administrator to SOC Analyst
05:38 The hardest barrier when moving to a SOC role
10:31 What is Lean Six Sigma and how does it apply to cybersecurity?
15:32 Process Engineering in a SOC context explained
20:02 Integrating NIST, ISO, and other frameworks into daily operations
24:29 Advice for breaking into the cyber industry: Homelabs & Portfolios
29:48 Future projects, mentorship, and final advice
🔗 Links & Resources Mentioned:
Watch the full episode: https://youtu.be/T0wHoyta1xk
Connect with Kago Ezekiel: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kago-ezekiel-setshogo/
NIST Cybersecurity Framework: https://www.nist.gov/cyberframework
ISO/IEC 27001: https://www.iso.org/isoiec-27001-information-security.html
Lean Six Sigma Resources: https://asq.org/quality-resources/six-sigma
Microsoft Azure Training: https://learn.microsoft.com/training/azure/
AWS Training and Certification: https://aws.amazon.com/training/
SANS Institute Training: https://www.sans.org
GIAC Cybersecurity Certifications: https://www.giac.org
ISC2 Entry-Level Certification: https://www.isc2.org/certifications/cc
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💼 LinkedIn
Title: Why do most security breakdowns stem from process failures, rather than technology? 🤔
Body:
Installing a firewall doesn't automatically make you secure. In our latest episode of The Cyber Weekly, we explore how the real secret to a robust defense lies in process engineering.
I had a fantastic conversation with Kago Ezekiel Setshogo, who transitioned from a System Administrator to a SOC Analyst. He brought an incredible framework with him: Lean Six Sigma.
We discussed:
🔹 How to eliminate operational noise in a SOC.
🔹 Mapping daily workflows to NIST and ISO frameworks.
🔹 Why building virtual labs is the best way to land your first cyber role.
If your security operations feel chaotic, you need to hear Kago’s breakdown of how to automate and optimize your incident response from step A to Z.
📺 Watch the full interview here: https://youtu.be/T0wHoyta1xk
What processes in your daily workflow do you think could benefit from a "Lean" overhaul? Let me know below! 👇
#CyberSecurity #InformationSecurity #SOC #LeanSixSigma #ProcessEngineering #TheCyberWeekly #TechCareers
