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#126 - ChatGPT & Generative AI (with Konstantinos Sgantzos) Apr 24, 2023

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Have you heard about the latest trends in Generative Artificial Intelligence (GAI)? Listen to this episode of CISO Tradecraft to learn from Konstantinos Sgantzos and G Mark Hardy as they talk about the potential risks of GAI and how it generates new content.

Show Notes with Links: https://docs.google.com/document/d/10eCg3L00GgnHmze14g_JUkBbfHEdGZ8HW0eAGMk4PPE

Chapters

00:00 Introduction
01:37 The Future of Generative Artificial Intelligence (GAI)
06:08 The Implications of Hallucination in Generative AI
09:06 Hallucination Trivia Test for Large Language Models
10:48 The Consequences of Using Generative AI Models
12:39 The Importance of Education in Cybersecurity
14:45 The Future of Generative AI
16:17 The Importance of Understanding Large Language Models
19:47 The Differences Between Eliza and Machine Learning
24:26 How to Armorize Generative AI
29:39 The Future of Programming
31:23 The Future of Machines
33:53 The Future of Technology
37:52 The Future of CISOs
40:25 The Future of Generative AI

#125 - Cyber Ranges (with Debbie Gordon) Apr 17, 2023

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Are you worried about cyber threats and data breaches? Do you want to build a strong cybersecurity program to protect your organization? Look no further! In this episode of CISO Tradecraft, G Mark Hardy and Debbie Gordon discuss the three dimensions of an effective Information Security Management System: Policy, Practice, and Proof. G Mark emphasizes the importance of having a proper cybersecurity policy that references information security controls or outcome-driven statements. However, it's not enough to have policies on paper; organizations need to practice what's on paper to be prepared for cyber events. This is where ranges come in. Ranges are a full replica of an enterprise network with real tools, traffic, and malware. They allow teams to practice detecting and responding to attacks in a safe environment. Debbie Gordon, founder of Cloud Range, explains how ranges can help organizations accelerate experience and reduce risk in cybersecurity. She emphasizes the importance of educating an organization's user base to become the first and last lines of defense against cyber threats. By training non-technical executives to spot suspicious activity and bring it to the attention of the security team, organizations can minimize the damage caused by phishing attacks, ransomware, and other cyber threats. Gordon also highlights the importance of team training in cybersecurity because it's not just about individual skills, but also about how teams work together to respond to threats. By practicing together in a range environment, organizations can improve their processes, handoffs, and speed in detecting and responding to attacks.

Special thanks to our sponsor Cloud Range Cyber for supporting this episode.

Website: www.cloudrangecyber.com

Email: info@cloudrangecyber.com

Full Transcripts: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1yWenwauzfAiQYafFW0Iew33vbzvlO2BO

Chapters

00:00 Polished Security Programs need Policy, Practice, and Proof
00:54 Policy
02:47 Practice
03:44 Proof
04:28 How to Apply the Concepts of Ranges to Help Organizations
06:05 The importance of Experiential Learning
07:48 The Importance of following Procedures
12:12 The Benefits of Team Training for Cyber Ranges
15:33 The Importance of Muscle Memory
20:22 How to Maximize Your Investment in Cybersecurity (KPIs & Measurable Results)
24:33 The Advantages of using the MITRE ATT&CK® Framework
27:41 The Advantages of Following ISO Standards
31:36 How to Improve your Cloud Range Exercises
33:22 How to use Cognitive Aptitude Assessments for Workforce Development
37:44 How to level the Playing field for Cyber Talent

#124 - Simple, Easy, & Cheap Cybersecurity Measures (with Brent Deterding) Apr 10, 2023

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Are you concerned about the security of your data? If so, you're in luck, because we have an incredible episode that has Brent Deterding discuss how to implement simple, easy, and cheap cybersecurity measures.

One of the key takeaways from the episode is the importance of understanding, managing, and mitigating the risk of critical data being exposed, altered, or denied. Brent Deterding shares his top four tips for CISOs, which include implementing multi-factor authentication, device posture management, endpoint detection and response, and external patching. He emphasizes the importance of keeping things simple, easy, and cheap.

Overall, the episode emphasizes the importance of taking a proactive approach to cybersecurity and being prepared for potential cyber threats. Brett Dietrich shares his approach to reducing risk for his company when negotiating with underwriters. Remember significant risk reduction is simple, easy, and cheap, so don't wait to implement these tools and strategies.

10 Immutable Laws of Security: https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/security/zero-trust/ten-laws-of-security

Transcripts: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1eP7F8pD3kcrbja2sfSwSKGnJ-ADHviUt

Chapters:

00:00 Introduction
02:05 How to Protect Your Organization's Critical Data
01:43 Scenario of Protecting a Small Company
08:01 The 10 Immutable Laws of Security
14:26 Tips for CISOs
15:30 Simple, Easy, & Cheap is a Technology State
19:00 How Much Do You Care About Phishing Problems?
20:46 How to a be successful at RSA?
26:00 How to Enable the Business without Reducing Friction?
28:37 How to Adopt the Australian Essential 8
31:06 Team Platform vs Best of Bread
33:00 Those with a fear of vendor lock-in are retired
36:36 How to Save Money on Cyber Insurance
38:27 How to implement the Four Hills Strategy (MFA, EDR, Device Posture Management, & Patch Management)
40:57 How to Negotiate Effectively With Insurance Companies
42:48: Getting Material Risk Reduction is Simple, Easy, and Cheap

#123 - Accepted Cyber Strategy (with Branden Newman) Apr 03, 2023

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In this episode of "CISO Tradecraft," G Mark Hardy discusses how to build an effective cyber strategy that executives will appreciate. He breaks down the four questions (Who, What, Why, and How) that need to be answered to create a successful strategy and emphasizes the importance of understanding how the company makes money and what critical business processes and IT systems support the mission. Later in the episode, Branden Newman shares his career path to becoming a CISO and his approach to building an effective cyber strategy. Newman stresses the importance of communication skills and the ability to influence people as the most critical skills for a CISO. He also shares his advice on how to effectively influence executives as a CISO.

Full Transcripts - https://docs.google.com/document/d/1nFxpOxVl6spkK-Y8GLU5q2f6R_4VD-a2

Chapters:

00:00 Introduction
01:06 The Four Questions (Who, What, Why, and How)
08:11 Building an accepted cyber strategy
09:19 Importance of communication skills for a CISO
10:19 Understanding financial statements
12:47 Following the money
14:09 Reputation and cybersecurity
15:24 Getting executive buy-in into cybersecurity
15:57 Building Trust with Executives
16:45 Security Enables New Elements of Business
17:13 Why Cybersecurity Gets Ignored
20:07 Framing Cybersecurity as a Competitive Advantage
21:19 Mistakes CISOs Make When Communicating with Executives
22:54 Telling Stories to Communicate with Executives
24:09 Using Business Cases and Examples
27:28 The Importance of Listening to the Executives
29:31 Making Informed Risk-Based Decisions
30:54 Building Trust and Champions
32:55 Building a Network of Trust
35:13 Being Pragmatic

#122 - Methodologies for Analysis (with Christopher Crowley) Mar 27, 2023

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Sometimes you just need structure to the madness. Christopher Crowley stops by to talk about methodologies that can help security organizations. Come and see why you need them, how we get the scientific method wrong in cyber, and how to leverage a CIA analytical methodology that can help you. There's a lot more to check out so tune in.

Analysis of Competing Hypothesis https://www.cia.gov/static/9a5f1162fd0932c29bfed1c030edf4ae/Pyschology-of-Intelligence-Analysis.pdf

Christopher Crowley's Company https://montance.com/

Full Transcripts: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1P4MI02fIw3y_u8RhLVDbB3iu0o7e27Fr

Chapters

00:00 Introduction
02:30 The Morris Worm and the Internet
04:17 The Future of Cybersecurity
06:41 How to setup a shared drive for multitasking
10:26 The Evolution of Career Paths
12:02 The Importance of Methodology in Problem Solving
14:16 The Importance of Hypothesis in Cybersecurity
19:58 MITRE ATT&CK® Framework: A Two Dimensional Array
21:54 The Importance of a Foregone Conclusion Methodology
23:29 The Disruptor's Role in Hypothesis Brainstorming
25:18 The Importance of Resilience in Leadership
27:45 Methodologies and Threat Hunting
29:21 The Importance of Information Bias in Threat Hunting
34:31 How to Sort Hypothesis in a Spreadsheet
37:22 The Importance of Refining the Matrix
40:34 How to Automate Analysis of Competing Hypothesis

#121 - Legal Questions (with Evan Wolff) Mar 20, 2023

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Have you ever wanted to get a legal perspective on cybersecurity? On this episode of CISO Tradecraft, Evan Wolff stops by to discuss terms such as legal disclaimers, negligence, due care, and others. He also provides important insights on how to structure your cyber policies, respond to regulators/auditors, and partner with general council. Please enjoy.

Full Transcripts: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1hbqB5GQfQsi0egPVdOtdfYEwLA3-1Jnh

Chapters

00:00 Introductions
01:52 The Attorney Client Privilege
04:49 What's the Difference Between a Discovery Order and an Attorney Client Privilege
06:30 CISO Disclaimer
09:23 Security Is a Component of Government Contracts
11:59 What are the Borders Between Information Security and Legal Risk
15:31 Cyber Security - Is there a Standard of Care?
18:11 Do you have a Reasonable Best Effort?
21:27 CMMC 2.0
26:22 Is your Privacy Policy going to expire?
28:30 What is Reasonable Assurance?
33:41 Advice for Partnering with the General Counsel

#120 - Negotiating Your Best CISO Package (with Michael Piacente) Mar 13, 2023

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Have you ever wondered how to negotiate your best CISO compensation package? On this episode, we invite Michael Piacente from Hitch Partners to discuss important parts of the compensation packages. Examples include but are not limited to: - Base Salary,

Bonuses (Annual, Relocation, & Hiring)
Reserve Stock Units
Annual Leave
Title (VP or SVP)
Directors & Officers Insurance
Accelerated Vesting Clauses
Severance Agreements

You can learn more about CISO compensations by Googling any of the following compensation surveys

Hitch Partners CISO Compensation and Organizational Structure Survey Report: https://www.hitchpartners.com/ciso-security-leadership-survey-results-23
Heidrick & Struggles Global Chief Information Officer Survey: https://www.heidrick.com/en/insights/...
IANS CISO Compensation and Budget Benchmark Study: https://www.iansresearch.com/ciso-com...

Full Transcripts: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1e...

Chapters:

00:00 Introduction
01:58 What's the Difference?
06:50 The Three-Legged Stool (Base Salary, Bonuses, & RSUs)
11:44 Is there a signing bonus?
13:56 What's the difference between RSUs & Options?
18:52 Private Companies - What's the Value of the Offer?
22:04 Double Triggers in Private Companies
26:38 Should you counter an offer?
28:17 Corporate Liability Insurance
29:50 Do you want to be extended on the Director and Officer Insurance Policy?
32:56 How to negotiate a severance agreement
36:00 Compensation Survey Reports

#119 - Ethics (with Stephen Northcutt) Mar 06, 2023

Show notes

One of the most difficult things to do as a manager or leader is to take an ethical stance on something you believe in. Sometimes ethical stances are clear and you know you are doing what’s right. Others are blurry, messy, and really weigh on your mind. So we thought we would take this episode to talk about various ethical models, tricky ethical scenarios you might encounter as a CISO, and finally we will look at the Federal Case where Joe Sullivan the Former Chief Security Officer of Uber was convicted of federal charges for covering up a data breach. Thanks to Stephen Northcutt for coming on today's show.

Full Transcript https://docs.google.com/document/d/1vin7gMBt9YvVGaVqT91ycPmacsKZe2T9

Chapters

00:00 Introduction
01:49 How to Make a Difference in Cybersecurity
03:34 Hackers and the Pursuit of Higher Principles
06:06 Is There a Use Case in Cybersecurity
10:56 Human Capital is the Most Important Asset That Any Organization Has
14:00 The Human Frailty Factor
18:21 Has Your Company Fully Embraced Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
20:24 Do you have a Diversity of Experience
24:11 Getting Your EXO to Talk to Power and say you are wrong
27:40 CISOs and CISOs - Is this a Criminal Thing?
30:15 The Penalty of Crossing the Law
34:56 Pay the Ransom?
36:59 The Key to Resilience as a CISO

#118 - Data Engineering (with Gal Shpantzer) Feb 27, 2023

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Our systems generate fantastic amounts of information, but do we have a complete understanding of how we collect, analyze, manage, store, and retrieve possibly petabytes a day? Gal Shpantzer has been doing InfoSec for over 20 years and has managed some huge data engineering projects, and offers a lot of actionable insights in this CISO Tradecraft episode.

Gal's LinkedIn Page - https://www.linkedin.com/in/riskmanagement/

Gal's Twitter Page - https://twitter.com/Shpantzer

Full Transcript - https://docs.google.com/document/d/14RXnsVttvKlRi6VL94BTrItCjOAjgGem/

Chapters

00:00 Introduction
02:00 How do you Architect Big Data Data Infrastructure
03:33 Are you taking a look at Ransomware?
06:11 Web Scale Technologies are used mostly in Marketing & Fraud Detection
08:11 Data Engineering - The Mindset Shift
10:51 The Iron Triangle of Data Engineering
13:55 Can I Outsource My Logging Pipeline to a Vendor
15:37 Kafka & Flink - Data Engineering in the Pipeline
18:12 Streaming Analytics & Kafka
22:08 How to Enable Data Science Analytics with Streaming Analytics
26:33 Streaming Analytics
30:25 Data Engineering - Is there a Security Log
32:30 Streaming Analytics is a Weird Thing
35:50 How to Get a Handle on a Big Data Pipeline
39:11 Data Engineering Hacks for Big Data Analytics

#117 - Good Governance (with Sameer Sait) Feb 20, 2023

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Has bad governance given you trauma, boring committees, and long speeches on irrelevant issues? Today we are going to overcome that by talking about what good governance looks like. We bring on the former CISO of Amazon Whole Foods (Sameer Sait) to discuss his lessons learned as a CISO. We also highlight key topics of good governance found in the Cyber Security Profile from the Cyber Risk Institute. Cyber Risk Institute - Cyber Security Profile https://cyberriskinstitute.org/the-profile/ Full Transcripts: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1vBM6A0utvhRFMA04wzrZvR8ktNwYo-li

Chapters

00:00 Introduction
03:10 Good Governances is a Good Thing, Right?
05:08 Cyber Strategy & Framework
06:43 Is NIST the Same as ISO?
08:40 How to Convince the Executive Leadership Team to Buy In
11:19 The CEO's Challenge is Taking Measured Risk
20:05 Is there a Cybersecurity Policy
22:32 Culture eats Policy for Lunch
24:14 The Role of the CISO
27:52 How do you Convince the Leadership Team that you need extra resources
29:51 How do you Measure Cybersecurity?
32:22 How do we communicate Risk Findings to Senior Management
36:07 Are you Aligning with the Audit Committee

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