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Security Teams Can’t Do It All with Rob Wood - REWIND Sep 05, 2023

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For this week's episode, we brought back a fan favorite Security Teams Can't Do It All. This episode features guest Rob Wood, CISO at CMS, who discusses the challenges of data silos in the workplace and the importance of supportive leadership.

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The Art of Creating Cybersecurity Content With Jason Rebholz Aug 29, 2023

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In this episode, host Ron is joined by the CISO at Corvus Insurance, Jason Rebholz, to talk about the life of being a cybersecurity content creator. From his drive to create cyber content for technical and non-technical audiences to the sometimes harsh realities of content creation, Jason opens up about the importance of having passion and well-balanced goals.

Impactful Moments

00:00 - Welcome

01:12 - Introducing guest, Jason Rebholz

02:05 - Jason’s cybersecurity background

04:37 - Everybody loves a former CISO

06:16 - Creating digestable content for all

09:07 - The nuances of MFA

11:16 - Goal setting

14:06 - The harsh reality of content creation

18:56 - Bullets before canon balls

28:53 - Join our mastermind!

29:57 - Balance is key

31:25 - Mastering effective communication

33:29 - Advice for aspiring content creators

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Connect with our guest Jason https://www.linkedin.com/in/jrebholz/

Check out Jason’s YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/@teachmecyber

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Humility In Product Management with Eric Avigdor Aug 22, 2023

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In this episode, hosts Ron and Chris are joined by special guest Eric Avigdor, VP of Product Management at Votiro. With humility as the focal point, Eric details his journey as a Product Manager — sharing his unique approach to leadership and customer engagement, as well as the art of asking the right questions. Discover how Votiro is spearheading content security innovation, and don't miss Eric's advice for budding Product Managers eager to make their mark in the industry.

Impactful Moments:

00:00 - Welcome

01:10 - Introducing guest, Eric Avigdor

02:27 - Cybersecurity is like an orchestra

03:20 - Product Management vs Engineering

04:40 - Misconceptions of Product Management

07:09 - Understanding the product

08:18 - The realities of the job

10:51 - Tying the whole story together

13:32 - Why Votiro?

16:52 - Leading the way in innovation

19:05 - A word about our sponsor

21:24 - A use-case storytime

23:17 - Integrating where content resides

25:06 - Security + collaboration is the goal

27:50 - Advice for aspiring Product Managers

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Leadership In Cybersecurity with Marty Overman Aug 15, 2023

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Host Chris Cochran is joined by Marty Overman, Senior VP at Imperva, to discuss the importance of self-awareness and transparency in cybersecurity leadership. The two emphasize the need for leaders to recognize their strengths and weaknesses and understand and empathize with the needs and experiences of those they lead.

Impactful Moments
00:00 - Welcome
00:52 - Introducing guest, Marty Overman
01:26 - What makes a great sales leader?
04:50 - The power of asking questions
07:27 - Building strong team cultures
11:58 - Creating opportunities for collaboration
14:28 - Setting goals and expectations
17:24 - Creating team identity together
24:15 - Identifying areas for improvement
28:09 - Psychological safety in leadership
30:12 - Creating a safe space
34:52 - Adults and the inner child
37:26 - Empathy and understanding

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SaaS Opportunities & Consequences of Using AI Aug 01, 2023

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In this episode, host Ron is joined by Jamie Blasco, co-founder and CTO at Nudge Security, to discuss the opportunities of SaaS as well as the security implications of AI. Jamie also considers the importance of striking a balance between productivity and security when employees adopt new tools. Lastly, he emphasizes his philosophy of treating employees as part of the solution and creating a culture where they feel valued and included in the company's security efforts.

Impactful Moments:
00:00 - Welcome
01:35 - Introducing guest, Jamie Blasco
02:25 - How does SaaS fit into AI today?
03:52 - Areas of opportunity for AI & SaaS
05:17 - A walk down Jamie’s memory lane
09:56 - Finding the shadow IT
15:08 - What are the risks?
18:26 - A word from our sponsor!
20:40 - 3rd party risk & data usage
24:33 - Types of AI Nudge is utilizing
26:38 - The premise behind Nudge
30:50 - Employees as part of the solution
33:13 - SaaS — critical but risky
36:43 - Jamie’s final words of advice

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Mastering The Art Of Storytelling In Cybersecurity Jul 25, 2023

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How do you effectively persuade team members and stakeholders to take action, convey the importance of new projects, or request additional resources? Communicating technical security information often leads to disconnection or worse, falls on deaf ears. During this hour-long livestream, hosts Ron and Chris tackle how you can turn the tables by leveraging the primal power of storytelling, enhancing attention and engagement.

Impactful Moments:
00:00 - Introduction
04:39 - Storytelling & conveying information
07:39 - How do I tell better stories?
14:25 - The Story Circle & The Hero's Journey
22:11 - Understanding your audience
24:41 - Simplifying cybersecurity
30:20 - The impact of storytelling
36:01 - Mastering storytelling in cybersecurity

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Hacking, Innovation, & the Formation of the First NSA Red Team with Jeff Man Jul 18, 2023

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In this episode, Chris and Ron Eddings are joined by Jeff Man, a legend in cybersecurity. The conversation begins with Jeff sharing his experiences as a member of the first NSA red team and his involvement in groundbreaking projects. He discusses his early days working with computers at the National Security Agency (NSA) in the 1980s and his role in developing a software-based encryption system. Jeff also points to the significance of the first publicly available web browser and the impact it had on the internet and cybersecurity.

Later in the episode, Jeff talks about his transition from the NSA to the private sector and his focus on Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS) compliance. He explains the importance of PCI and how it provides a framework for organizations to protect sensitive data and maintain secure networks.

Impactful Moments

0:00 - Intro

01:15 - Welcome Jeff Man

01:51 - Jeff’s introduction to computing and cybersecurity

09:25 - Creation of the first NSA Red Team

15:20 - Leaving NSA and Focusing on PCI

19:41 - Advice for Those Starting in Cybersecurity

21:53 - Staying up to date with Jeff Man

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Privacy by Design: The Future of Homomorphic Encryption & Secure Data Analytics Jul 11, 2023

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In this episode, Chris and Ron interview Derek Wood from Duality Technologies, a leading privacy technology company to discuss the concept of homomorphic encryption and its significance in data security, privacy, and governance.

Homomorphic encryption enables users to perform computations on encrypted data without exposing it, revolutionizing the way data is used and analyzed. In this episode, the group discusses the challenges in the current data landscape, the importance of security and privacy, and the potential impact of duality's solutions in various industries such as finance and healthcare.

Check out Duality’s webinar, Why Data, Privacy, & Security Leaders are Key to Growth & Innovation

Impactful Moments:
00:00 - Introduction
01:09 - What is homomorphic encryption?
04:03 - Misconceptions of security and privacy
06:25 - What is Duality’s mission?
10:04 - Does Google Drive use homomorphic encryption?
13:08 - What homomorphic encryption enables
22:08 - Innovations that Duality is working on
24:37 - Secure data analytics and Homomorphic encryption
31:41 - Impact of AI and LLMs on security and privacy

Links:
Stay in touch with Derek Wood on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drwood/

Learn more about Duality Technologies:
https://dualitytech.com/
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The Future of AI In Cybersecurity Jun 27, 2023

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In this episode, Ron and Chris explore the vast potential of AI in cybersecurity, including its ability to develop cybersecurity solutions, provide recommendations and predictions for cyber practitioners, and even assist attackers in identifying vulnerabilities and creating exploits.
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Impactful Moments:
00:00 - Introduction
00:56 - The future of AI in cybersecurity
02:24 - Addressing the elephant in the room
03:15 - Amplifying your productivity
05:13 - AI & vulnerability management
09:00 - Remediating vulnerabilities with AI
11:41 - Join our community!
12:32 - Coding, building, & developing
18:13 - Final thoughts

Vulnerability Hunting & AI with Brian Contos Jun 20, 2023

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In this episode, hosts Ron and Chris are joined by Brian Contos, Chief Strategy Officer at Sevco to discuss his “movie-like” career trajectory and the rise of artificial intelligence (AI) in cybersecurity. With two IPOs and eight acquisitions under his career belt, Brian expresses his passion for startups and how getting out of his comfort zone transformed his business knowledge. The group also dives into the rise of artificial intelligence and how it will revolutionize the cybersecurity landscape.

Stay in touch with Brian Contos: https://www.linkedin.com/in/briancontos/
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Impactful Moments:
00:00 - Intro
01:09 - Introducing Brian Contos
04:03 - Brian’s passion for startups
06:13 - Emerging tech & AI
07:50 - The intersection of AI & cybersecurity
09:50 - The future impacts of AI
10:58 - How will AI enhance cybersecurity?
15:02 - Data assessment vs data integration
17:46 - Join our community!
18:48 - Getting out of your comfort zone
21:21 - Small touches lead to big finishes

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