The Business of Security

Josh Bruyning

This podcast focuses on many non-technical aspects of cyber risk, cyber security and information security at the intersection of technology and managing to business expectations. Guests include CIOs, CEOs, and CISOs discussing the many facets of the information security industry, what matters, what needs to change and how to deal with modern-day challenges in this dynamic industry.

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Episodes

#45 - The CISO is Not the Hero of the Story with Jeff Wheatman
Jul 5 2023
#45 - The CISO is Not the Hero of the Story with Jeff Wheatman
Dive deep with us into the fascinating world of storytelling as it intersects with cybersecurity. We're debunking common myths and shedding light on the transformative power of organizational archetypes. Jeff Weatman leads the discussion, challenging the stereotypical portrayal of the CISO as the central hero of cybersecurity.In a captivating twist, Jeff Weatman proposes that the CISO, instead of being the typical hero, plays the role of the wise old sage, a vital yet supporting character. He intriguingly identifies the actual heroes as the CEO, CFO, Board Members, Customers, and Partners. Get ready to rethink cybersecurity dynamics and recognize the true champions of this digital battlefield.A strategic thought leader with extensive expertise in security and cyber risk management, Jeffrey Wheatman is regarded as a foremost expert in guiding public sector clients and Fortune 500 companies in connection with their cybersecurity and risk management programs. Jeffrey’s history of working with clients to plan, grow, and transform their cyber risk management programs has been instrumental in ensuring organizations' continued viability and health as they define short- and long-term expansion plans. Under Jeffrey’s guidance, board and C-level leaders are fortified with the best practice solutions to realize exceptional performance outcomes.In his current capacity as SVP, Cyber Risk Evangelist at Black Kite, Jeffrey has been tasked with raising awareness of the enterprise-wide risk impacts of third-party risk, both in the digital and traditional supply chain and supporting the strategic vision of the executive leadership team and investors.Most recently, Jeffrey acted as a VP, Advisor with Gartner, the global strategic advisory firm, where he worked with clients to build and improve their security programs, assess risk, focus on reporting on program status, metrics, performance management, stakeholder engagement, executive communication, and bridging the connection between technology and security risk.
#29 - Emerging Trends in IoT Cyber Security Regulation - Drew Spaniel, ICIT and James Russell, Paul Phillips of Microchip Technology
Sep 15 2020
#29 - Emerging Trends in IoT Cyber Security Regulation - Drew Spaniel, ICIT and James Russell, Paul Phillips of Microchip Technology
In this episode we invite special guests Drew Spaniel, Lead Researcher, Institute for Critical Infrastructure Technology (https://icitech.org), James Russell, Worldwide Group Leader, Wireless Connectivity Specialists and IoT Security Team, Microchip Technology (https://www.microchip.com) and Paul Phillips, Principal Embedded Solution Engineer, Microchip Technology. We also hear from privacy expert Kirk Nahra, Partner and Co-Chair of Privacy and Cybersecurity Practice at WilmerHale. This second episode in a multi-part series is packed full of information and trends related to IoT cybersecurity regulation and emerging practices. We hear from experts on the Europe and UK regulations as well as garner perspective from Kirk Nahra who lends insight from a legal and privacy standpoint on consumer best practices for IoT cybersecurity regulation. Topics covered include:Emerging regulatory requirements for IoT cybersecurity in United KingdomRelevant guidance from NIST in the U.S.Impact of IoT cybersecurity regulatory requirements for both manufacturers and retailersHow companies can integrate IoT cybersecurity in the real worldFuture looking trends and considerationsGuests:Drew Spaniel, Lead Researcher, Institute for Critical Infrastructure TechnologyJames Russell, Worldwide Group Leader, Wireless Connectivity Specialists and IoT Security Team, Microchip TechnologyPaul Phillips, Principal Embedded Solution Engineer, Microchip TechnologySpecial Commentary by:Kirk Nahra, Partner and Co-Chair of Privacy and Cybersecurity Practice at WilmerHale. Hosts:Malcolm Harkins, Chief Security and Trust Officer, Cymatic(https://www.linkedin.com/in/malcolmharkins/)Chad Boeckmann, Founder/CEO, TrustMAPP(https://www.linkedin.com/in/chadboeckmann/)Sponsor: TrustMAPP (https://trustmapp.com)