Podcasts – TechSpective

In a sea of sameness in the cybersecurity market, it's easy to walk away feeling like every company says the exact same thing. “Autonomous.” “Agentic.” “AI-powered.” After a while, it all blends together. But every now and then, a brand […] The post Why Being Bold Matters in Cybersecurity—and Branding appeared first on TechSpective.

In the latest episode of the TechSpective Podcast, Errol Weiss, Chief Security Officer at Health-ISAC, joins me to dive into a timely and thought-provoking conversation on how cybersecurity collaboration is changing—especially when it comes to public and private sector relationships. […] The post A New Reality for Cybersecurity Collaboration appeared first on TechSpective.

How do you navigate a cybersecurity landscape where the threats are constantly evolving—and so is the government's role in defending against them? I sat down with Jeff Man, a respected voice in cybersecurity and someone with deep roots in both […] The post Cybersecurity, Trust, and the Shifting Landscape of Government Oversight appeared first on TechSpective.

Cybersecurity isn't what it used to be—and that's a good thing. In the latest episode of the TechSpective Podcast, I sat down with Sunil Muralidhar, Vice President of Marketing and Partnerships at ColorTokens, to explore how organizations are rethinking traditional […] The post Breach Ready: Rethinking Zero Trust and Lateral Movement Defense appeared first on TechSpective.

The rise of artificial intelligence has opened up exciting possibilities, but it's also creating new challenges–particularly for cybersecurity. I sat down with my friend Sam Curry, Global VP and CISO in residence at Zscaler, for an in-depth conversation about the […] The post Navigating the Future of AI and Cybersecurity appeared first on TechSpective.

Cybersecurity is constantly evolving, and staying ahead of threats requires more than just tools—it demands strategy, leadership, and expertise. The unfortunate reality is that the threat landscape affects all companies regardless of industry or size, but many companies simply do […] The post A Pragmatic Approach to Effective Security appeared first on TechSpective.

I recently sat down with my long-time friend and cybersecurity expert, Michael Farnum, to discuss his journey in the industry, his role as an advisory CISO at Trace3, and the evolution of the Houston Security Conference—more commonly referred to as […] The post Building Community and Making Cybersecurity Accessible appeared first on TechSpective.

In the latest episode of the TechSpective Podcast, I sit down with Anthony Freed, Director of Research Communications at Halcyon, to dive deep into the ever-evolving ransomware landscape. We explore how ransomware has transformed from a financial cybercrime tool into […] The post Where Ransomware and Geopolitical Tensions Intersect appeared first on TechSpective.

TechSpective Podcast Episode 148 Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) solutions were once hailed as the cornerstone of modern cybersecurity, promising centralized visibility, streamlined threat detection, and efficient response. Over time, though, many organizations have struggled with SIEM's complexities, high […] The post Why the SOC of Tomorrow Won't Look Like Today's appeared first on TechSpective.

TechSpective Podcast Episode 147   I sat down with Trevor Dearing, Director of Critical Infrastructure Solutions at Illumio, to unpack the findings of Illumio's Global Cost of Ransomware study. The results? A wake-up call for organizations that believe they have […] The post The Rising Cost of Ransomware appeared first on TechSpective.

TechSpective Podcast Episode 146   Loneliness is a powerful emotion, and scammers know how to exploit it. Every year, in the weeks leading up to Valentine's Day, there is a sharp rise in online romance scams. Similar spikes occur around […] The post How Romance Scammers Prey on Vulnerability appeared first on TechSpective.

TechSpective Podcast Episode 145   For a CISO, dinding the right balance for between business priorities, security budgets, and emerging technologies is a perpetual challenge. I had the pleasure of diving deep into these topics with Mick Baccio, a seasoned […] The post Navigating the Cybersecurity Tightrope appeared first on TechSpective.

TechSpective Podcast Episode 144   Are you ready for the quantum revolution? In the latest episode of the TechSpective Podcast, I diver into the fascinating world of post-quantum cryptography (PQC) with Ted Shorter, CTO of Keyfactor. Together, we unpack the […] The post Post-Quantum Cryptography: Preparing for the Next Era of Cybersecurity appeared first on TechSpective.

TechSpective Podcast Episode 143   The latest episode of the TechSpective Podcast brings a dynamic and insightful conversation with Gianna Whitver, co-founder and CEO of the Cybersecurity Marketing Society. Gianna sheds light on the unique challenges of cybersecurity marketing, the […] The post Exploring the Evolution of Cybersecurity Marketing appeared first on TechSpective.

TechSpective Podcast Episode 142   Ajit Sancheti, General Manager of NG-SIEM at CrowdStrike recently joined me for an episode of the TechSpective Podcast. With years of experience in cybersecurity and as a co-founder of Preempt Security, Ajit brings a unique […] The post Tackling Swivel Chair Syndrome appeared first on TechSpective.

TechSpective Podcast Episode 141   I had the pleasure of speaking with Devansh Sharma, Senior Security and Compliance Product Owner at Adobe, about a game-changing approach to security and compliance: Adobe's Common Controls Framework (CCF). If you've ever been overwhelmed […] The post Unlocking Proactive Compliance with Adobe's Common Controls Framework appeared first on TechSpective.

TechSpective Podcast Episode 140   I recently sat down with Jason Fruge, CISO-in-residence at XM Cyber, for an engaging discussion about one of the most critical shifts happening in cybersecurity today: Continuous Threat Exposure Management (CTEM). If you've been frustrated […] The post Unlocking the Power of Continuous Threat Exposure Management appeared first on TechSpective.

TechSpective Podcast Episode 139   In the latest TechSpective Podcast, I had the pleasure of speaking with Wilson Tang, a Machine Learning Engineer on Adobe's threat hunting team. Our conversation delved into one of the most exciting and critical areas […] The post Unlocking the Power of AI in Threat Hunting appeared first on TechSpective.

TechSpective Podcast Episode 138   Cloud environments have transformed the way organizations operate, but they've also introduced new challenges for cybersecurity teams. In the latest episode of the TechSpective Podcast, I sit down with Eyal Fisher, CPO of Sweet Security, […] The post Exploring the Future of Cloud Security appeared first on TechSpective.

TechSpective Podcast Episode 137   I recently had the pleasure of sitting down with Sven Krasser, Chief Scientist and SVP of AI and R&D at CrowdStrike, to dive into the fascinating ways artificial intelligence (AI) is reshaping the cybersecurity landscape. […] The post How AI is Transforming Cybersecurity appeared first on TechSpective.

TechSpective Podcast Episode 136   There's one area that often flies under the radar, yet poses a critical cybersecurity threat to organizations: non-human identities. These programmatic access credentials—like API keys and service accounts—are the invisible lifeblood of today's automated systems, […] The post Unlocking the Secrets of Non-Human Identities appeared first on TechSpective.

TechSpective Podcast Episode 135   In the latest episode of the TechSpective Podcast, I had the pleasure of sitting down with Guy Guzner, co-founder and CEO of Savvy Security. With nearly three decades of experience in cybersecurity, Guy shares his […] The post Exploring the Future of Cybersecurity in a SaaS-Driven World appeared first on TechSpective.

TechSpective Podcast Episode 134   There is a lot of talk about identity protection–password policies and best practices, requiring two-factor or multifactor authentication, user credentials exposed in phishing attacks and data breaches, etc. What we don’t talk about nearly as […] The post Extending Modern Identity Protection for Comprehensive Security appeared first on TechSpective.

TechSpective Podcast Episode 133   Nick Edwards, Vice President of Product Management at Menlo Security joins me for this insightful episode of the TechSpective Podcast. Nick brings decades of cybersecurity experience to the table, offering a deep dive into the […] The post Enhancing Enterprise Browser Security appeared first on TechSpective.

TechSpective Podcast Episode 132   The rapid adoption of generative AI technologies like ChatGPT has taken the tech world by storm. Generative AI models and the LLMs (large language models) they rely on are pervasive–and potentially invasive–which highlights the importance […] The post Exploring the Intersection of AI and Security appeared first on TechSpective.

TechSpective Podcast Episode 131   Most people–at least, most people in tech–agree at this point that it’s not so much that AI will steal your job as it is that AI will augment your job. To the extent that your […] The post Streamline Security with AI and Dynamic Detection Analysis appeared first on TechSpective.

TechSpective Podcast Episode 130   Backing up data has been a fundamental requirement for IT since data began. In the age of ransomware, though, data backups have had a bit of a rollercoaster ride. When ransomware first emerged, data backups […] The post Ransomware-Proof Your Data Backups with Immutability appeared first on TechSpective.

TechSpective Podcast Episode 129   You may not have noticed, but the tech and cybersecurity job market has sort of sucked the past few years. Maybe it’s just me. My friend Richard Stiennon, research analyst with IT-Harvest and author of Security […] The post Future of Tech and Cybersecurity Looks Bright Thanks to AI appeared first on TechSpective.

TechSpective Podcast Episode 128   Should you know how computer programs work? Is learning to code an imperative life skill? I suppose it is possible to get through life without a basic understanding of computer code, but given the reality […] The post Basic Understanding of Code Is a Fundamental Life Skill appeared first on TechSpective.

TechSpective Podcast Episode 127   Artificial intelligence is not new–and yet we are also still at the very early stages of what it can do. Generative AI has sparked a massive revolution and mainstream adoption of AI. It has tremendous […] The post How Generative AI is Redefining Creativity and Opportunities appeared first on TechSpective.

TechSpective Podcast Episode 126   Between the persistent cadence of new technology and expansion of the attack surface, and the constant evolution of the threat landscape, organizations face a daunting task. Cybersecurity teams are faced with an overwhelming amount of […] The post Detecting Anomalies with ‘Project Caspian’ appeared first on TechSpective.

TechSpective Podcast Episode 125   Cybersecurity is cyclical. Over the past two decades that I have been working in and writing about security, the market has gone from an array of point solutions to consolidated “Swiss Army knife” platforms that […] The post Strategic Decision-Making: Balancing Budgets and Security appeared first on TechSpective.

TechSpective Podcast Episode 124   The technology and cybersecurity markets have been a bit rocky over the past couple years. At least, that seems to be the general perception. Companies once on track to IPO have withered on the vine, […] The post Cybersecurity Insights from a VC Perspective appeared first on TechSpective.

TechSpective Podcast Episode 123   Customer experience is crucial for the success of a brand. However, it can be costly for a company to properly staff and train agents to address customer needs, and it is often a maddening exercise […] The post Harnessing AI for a Better Customer Experience appeared first on TechSpective.

TechSpective Podcast Episode 122   There are a number of steps involved in cyber threat analysis to review event information and determine which events are benign or innocuous and which are malicious–or at least deserve greater scrutiny. For the most … Using LLMs to Automate and Streamline Cyber Threat Analysis Read More » The post Using LLMs to Automate and Streamline Cyber Threat Analysis appeared first on TechSpective.

TechSpective Podcast Episode 121   SBOMs (Software Bill of Materials) have gotten a lot of attention in the past year. Think of SBOMs as the ingredient list of software – a detailed catalog of every component, library, and module that … SBOMs: The Hidden Ingredient in Secure Software Recipes Read More » The post SBOMs: The Hidden Ingredient in Secure Software Recipes appeared first on TechSpective.

TechSpective Podcast Episode 120   Ads and commercials are a sort of “necessary evil.” Aside from the NFL Super Bowl, I don’t think anyone is ever anxious to see commercials–and even that has been trending toward more mundane and underwhelming … Changing Advertising with Innovation, Creativity, and AI Read More » The post Changing Advertising with Innovation, Creativity, and AI appeared first on TechSpective.

TechSpective Podcast Episode 119   If you want to prevent threat actors from infiltrating or compromising your environment, it helps to see things from the threat actor perspective. This concept has been fundamental to cybersecurity for many years–whether it is … Crowdsourced Security-as-a-Service Read More » The post Crowdsourced Security-as-a-Service appeared first on TechSpective.

TechSpective Podcast Episode 118   “You can’t protect what you can’t see.” The first time someone said that, I am sure it was very profound. It is an obvious statement, but also very powerful in the context of cybersecurity. If … Visibility Without Context Is Just Noise Read More » The post Visibility Without Context Is Just Noise appeared first on TechSpective.

TechSpective Podcast Episode 117   Cybersecurity used to be more of a mystical dark art, but over time, businesses and individuals have come to understand just how critical cybersecurity is, and cybersecurity professionals and vendors have recognized that they need … Driving Security Culture and Best Practices Read More » The post Driving Security Culture and Best Practices appeared first on TechSpective.

TechSpective Podcast Episode 116   Getting hacked sucks in all scenarios. In most cases, though, getting hacked is an inconvenience. In some cases, it is deadly. Having your data stolen, or getting your computer bricked by ransomware is annoying. Getting … Real World Impact of Medical Device Security Read More » The post Real World Impact of Medical Device Security appeared first on TechSpective.

TechSpective Podcast Episode 115   Adobe has worked with security researchers and managed a vulnerability disclosure or bug bounty program for years. It now has an invite-only Adobe-VIP Bug Bounty program as well, though–granting broader and early access to select … Bug Bounty Programs and Responsible Vulnerability Disclosure Read More » The post Bug Bounty Programs and Responsible Vulnerability Disclosure appeared first on TechSpective.

TechSpective Podcast Episode 114   Gaming has come a long way since you had to actually travel to an arcade with a pocket full of quarters (or hope the change machine would actually accept and exchange the wrinkled dollar bills … Protecting Kids from Bullying and Predators in Online Games Read More » The post Protecting Kids from Bullying and Predators in Online Games appeared first on TechSpective.

TechSpective Podcast Episode 113   Do you have a right to privacy? Should you–as a consumer or individual–have control over your personal data, which companies are allowed to collect or access it, and how it is used? It seems reasonable, … Reducing Risk and Building Trust with Data Privacy Read More » The post Reducing Risk and Building Trust with Data Privacy appeared first on TechSpective.

TechSpective Podcast Episode 112   In 2000 Marc Andreessen noted software is eating the world. Fast forward a couple decades, and I think it’s fair to say he wasn’t wrong. Now that pretty much everything is code, and there are … Shifting Left and Automating Code Review Read More » The post Shifting Left and Automating Code Review appeared first on TechSpective.

TechSpective Podcast Episode 111   Identity plays a pivotal role for cybersecurity. Threat actors have a variety of tools and methods to crack and compromise credentials, which is why many attacks are–from the perspective of cyber defense–inside attacks. They are … Granting the Right Access at the Right Time to Get the Job Done Securely Read More » The post Granting the Right Access at the Right Time to Get the Job Done Securely appeared first on TechSpective.

TechSpective Podcast Episode 110   Once upon a time, Windows PCs were–by default–the chosen platform for businesses, and Apple computers were for consumers. Companies made exceptions for workers focused on creativity or design, but Apple devices were generally frowned upon … Managing and Securing Apple Devices in the Enterprise Read More » The post Managing and Securing Apple Devices in the Enterprise appeared first on TechSpective.

TechSpective Podcast Episode 109   I admit that I am cynical in general about customer experience. On the rare occasions I have to call for support or interact with customer service, I feel like it’s often an exercise in both … Improving Customer Experience with Generative AI Read More » The post Improving Customer Experience with Generative AI appeared first on TechSpective.

TechSpective Podcast Episode 108   Unless you’ve been camping off the grid for all of 2023 or recently emerged from a year-long coma, you’re most likely aware of all of the buzz and hype around generative AI. Tools like ChatGPT, … Fight Fire with Fire: Using Generative AI for Proactive Defense Read More » The post Fight Fire with Fire: Using Generative AI for Proactive Defense appeared first on TechSpective.

TechSpective Podcast Episode 107   IT security teams have a tough job–made more challenging by the growing complexity of the attack surface and technology landscape and the overwhelming volume of information. They need to be able to accelerate the processing … Streamlining Incident Detection with UEBA (User and Entity Behavior Analytics) Read More » The post Streamlining Incident Detection with UEBA (User and Entity Behavior Analytics) appeared first on TechSpective.

TechSpective Podcast Episode 106   Security analysts spend their days monitoring activity in applications and across the network to identify vulnerabilities, detect attacks, and take the appropriate actions to prevent or mitigate threats. However, a good percentage of the work … John Gillis Talks about Automating the SOC with Browser Extensions Read More » The post John Gillis Talks about Automating the SOC with Browser Extensions appeared first on TechSpective.