In this episode of Hacker Valley Blue, host Davin is joined by John Stoner and Andy Piazza to talk about the current state of cyber threat intelligence. John and Andy explore the gap that exists between technical team leads and security leadership, the urgent need for more entry and junior level hires in the field, as well as their favorite CTI resources and tools. Lastly, they share their tips and advice to those interested in breaking into cybersecurity.    Guest Bio:  John Stoner has over 21 years of experience in the US Intelligence Community (USIC), DOD, and national security industry with 12+ focused in cybersecurity. He has experience with Cyber Threat Intelligence (CTI), instructional design, cyber counterintelligence (CI), Defense Industrial Base (DIB) engagements, NIST 800-171 & 800-53 familiarity, Advanced Persistent Threat (APT) analysis, Risk Management Framework (RMF) and Governance, Risk and Compliance (GRC). Andy Piazza is a threat management expert with experience across multiple fields of operations, ranging from high level strategic management down to tactical/technical field ops. Led diverse teams in high-stress environments world-wide, from counter-narcotics to cyber threat analysis; achieving complex mission objectives through focusing on team development and process maturation.   Links:  Thank you to our friends at Axonius and Uptycs for sponsoring this episode! Stay in touch with John on LinkedIn Stay in touch with Andy on LinkedIn Connect with Davin Jackson on LinkedIn and Twitter Watch the live recording of this show on our YouTube Continue the conversation by joining our Discord Check out  Hacker Valley Media and Hacker Valley Blue