The scarcity of qualified talent in the IT sector is especially pronounced in the area of cybersecurity. Let’s explore what makes the security pro one of the most sought-after personas…
Tech’s Most Wanted: A Profile of the Cybersecurity Professional
IT Trends and Predictions for 2024 — SolarWinds TechPod 082
I wonder what’s next? Sean Sebring and Chrystal Taylor discuss the tech trends and predictions published by Gartner, Forrester, and VMblog, with Global Tech Evangelist for Observability Sascha Giese. Can…
A Very Merry TechPod — SolarWinds TechPod 081
The SolarWinds podcast crossover event you’ve all been waiting for: Chrystal Taylor and Sean Sebring talk with Movies & Mainframes host Andy Garibay about the best, weirdest, and most confusing…
IT Pro Day 2023
It’s IT Pro Day! It’s the time of year we all get together to recognize the hard work IT Pros do all year round. So, let’s gather ‘round the warmth…
The Future of AIOps — SolarWinds TechPod 077
Do you ever get the feeling that your computer has gained self-awareness and is trying to take over the world? AIOps expert Aswin Kumar joins hosts Ashley and Sean to…
THWACK’s 20th Anniversary Spectacular! — SolarWinds TechPod 076
THWACK, the SolarWinds community, is 20-years-old and thriving. Two former THWACK MVPs and current SolarWinds employees, Kevin Sparenberg and Michael Kent, join hosts Ashley Adams and Sean Sebring to talk…
IT Pro Day ’22—The Evolution of the IT Pro — SolarWinds TechPod 068
IT Pro Day is right around the corner, and in preparation for the event, TechPod™ hosts Chris Bowie, Sean Sebring, and special guest Head Geek™ Chrystal Taylor talk about IT…
Monitoring For Managers: Business Alignment – The Bridge to UnITy — SolarWinds TechPod 060
While IT handles layered problems and often speaks in acronyms among other technical terms, we’re also challenged to collaborate with other departments who seemingly speak in a different language. How…
How Military Service Prepares You for a Career in IT — SolarWinds TechPod 053
Being in IT as part of the armed services is a different type of work experience than the private sector, with military values, culture, and restrictions blending to create a unique type of IT experience.…
Tech Career Origin Stories — SolarWinds TechPod 047
The tech industry is booming, and there are many opportunities to transition from other career paths – or to change your path within tech. Join Head Geek Chrystal Taylor as she chats with…