S4 - Episode 009 โ€“ Codewaves Rising โ€“ Surfing Latin Americas Talent Tide (w/ Roger Einstoss)

S4 - Episode 009 โ€“ Codewaves Rising โ€“ Surfing Latin Americas Talent Tide (w/ Roger Einstoss)

Author: Jason Popillion and Kevin Pentecost August 7, 2025 Duration: 1:01:49

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๐ŸŽ™๏ธ New Episode Alert โ€“ Cyber Distortion Podcast ๐Ÿšจ
Welcome back! In this episode we're diving deep into one of the most pressing challenges in cybersecurity: finding the right talent. Join us for an eye-opening conversation with Roger Einstoss, co-founder of Braintly, a company revolutionizing how organizations source cybersecurity professionals from across Latin America. With decades of experience and a sharp eye for global tech talent, Roger shares insider knowledge on tapping into thriving hubs like Argentina, Brazil, and beyond.

We explore how Latin America is rapidly emerging as a hotbed for skilled cybersecurity professionalsโ€”and why North American companies are increasingly turning south of the border for outsourced expertise. Roger walks us through Braintly's unique approach to vetting and placing top-tier talent, the challenges companies face in scaling their security teams, and why understanding cultural fit is just as crucial as technical skills.

Whether you're a CISO looking to grow your team, a tech leader exploring nearshoring options, or simply curious about the evolving cybersecurity workforce, this episode delivers both practical insights and global perspective. Roger's passion for empowering Latin American professionals and building cross-border partnerships is not only inspiringโ€”it's exactly what the cybersecurity industry needs right now.

๐Ÿ”— Don't miss this oneโ€”subscribe now and tune in to the Cyber Distortion Podcast on your favorite platform.

Connect with Roger here: LinkedIn โ€“ Roger Einstoss

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๐ŸŽง Featured Guest: Roger Einstoss


๐ŸŒŽ Explore Braintly

Braintly helps companies worldwide connect with top-tier tech and cybersecurity talent across Latin America.

  • ๐ŸŒ Homepage: https://www.braintly.com
  • ๐Ÿ” Services Overview: https://www.braintly.com#services
  • ๐Ÿ“ฉ Contact Braintly: https://www.braintly.com#contact
  • ๐Ÿ“˜ Braintly Blog (if available): (Currently no blog listed on homepageโ€”check for updates)

๐Ÿง  Learn More: Latin America's Cybersecurity Talent Landscape

Here are some external resources you can reference or share to expand on the discussion:

  • ๐Ÿ“ˆ "Why Latin America is the Next Frontier for Tech Talent" โ€“ TechCrunch
    https://techcrunch.com/2021/08/24/latin-america-tech-talent
  • ๐Ÿ“Š "Cybersecurity Workforce Study" โ€“ (ISC)ยฒ 2024
    https://www.isc2.org/Research/Workforce-Study
  • ๐ŸŒ "Nearshore Outsourcing Trends in 2025" โ€“ Nearshore Americas
    https://nearshoreamericas.com
  • ๐Ÿ—บ๏ธ "Top Tech Hubs in Latin America: Argentina, Brazil, Mexico" โ€“ Globalization Partners
    https://www.globalization-partners.com/blog/tech-hubs-latin-america

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