Welcome to The Cybersec Café
In a world where cyber threats evolve faster than ever, staying ahead isn’t just a skill — it’s a necessity. The Cybersec Café is your weekly cybersecurity deep dive, built to help you bridge the gap between theory and practice.
Whether you're an aspiring security professional, a seasoned veteran, or simply someone passionate about securing our digital world, The Cybersec Café will help sharpen your cybersecurity knowledge.
Why Subscribe?
At The Cybersec Café, we don’t just skim the surface — we dive deep.
Our mission is to arm you with real-world insights from the frontlines of cybersecurity, focusing on:
Detection Engineering
Security Operations
Incident Response, Forensics, & Threat Detection
Web Application Security
More…
Expect no fluff — just tactical, actionable content you can use to elevate your knowledge and your career. Each issue is packed with practical tips, technical breakdowns, and deep dives that help you think like an attacker while defending like a pro.
What to Expect
Delivered straight to your inbox every Tuesday at 6am PST, The Cybersec Café covers a wide range of topics to keep you ahead of the curve:
Deep Dives on Detection & Threat Hunting – Learn how to build and refine detection logic, analyze threats, and respond to incidents effectively.
Understanding Attack Methodologies – Get into the mind of an attacker. Explore tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs) to better anticipate, detect, and block threats.
Lab Walkthroughs – Explore vulnerabilities, exploit chains, and hands-on labs to enhance your offensive knowledge, even as a defender.
Web Application Security – Discover how to secure modern applications by understanding where they break.
Emerging Trends & Tools – Stay ahead of evolving attack vectors, security trends, and cutting-edge technologies that impact the modern defender.
Who’s Behind the Cybersec Café?
Hi, I’m Ryan G. Cox — a Detection Engineer and Security Operations expert with hands-on experience defending organizations against evolving threats. I've spent years on numerous Cybersecurity Teams in Incident Response, Threat Hunting, Web App Security, helping teams stay one step ahead of attackers.
What sets this newsletter apart?
I don’t just report on what’s happening in cybersecurity — I teach how to think, adapt, and defend like the best in the business. Each issue brings you real-life lessons from the field and insights that are hard to find in standard blogs or courses — completely free.
If you want to level up your cybersecurity knowledge, you’re in the right place.
Why the Cybersec Café?
Think of this as your virtual coffee break with a fellow defender — but instead of small talk, we’re discussing how to outsmart attackers and build stronger security defenses.
Impactful articles
Actionable content you won’t find elsewhere
A growing community of like-minded security enthusiasts
Whether you’re on the frontlines of security or looking to expand your knowledge, The Cybersec Café offers something valuable with every issue.
Join the Community
Ready to level up?
Subscribe now to get weekly insights delivered straight to your inbox.
Join the conversation — engage with the community, ask questions, and share your own insights.
Welcome to The Cybersec Café.
Pull up a chair, grab a cup, and let’s secure the future together.
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Want to chat with me? Don’t be afraid to reach out on Twitter/X, or via email at ryan@rcxdigitallabs.com
