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Michael Centrella is the Head of Public Policy at SecurityScorecard. In this episode, he joins host Amanda Glassner and Theresa Payton, former White House CIO and Founder and CEO of Fortalice Solutions. Together, they discuss the May 2026 breach that hit Canvas and students across the U.S. SecurityScorecard's mission is to make the world a safer place by transforming the way organizations understand, mitigate, and communicate cybersecurity risk to their boards, employees, and vendors. Learn more about our sponsor at https://securityscorecard.com

Tony Scott brings an unparalleled perspective to cybersecurity leadership, having served as CIO of the federal government, VMware, Microsoft, General Motors, and Disney before taking the helm at Intrusion during a critical turnaround phase. When Scott joined Intrusion three and a half years ago, the company was in crisis—running out of money, facing SEC investigations, and dealing with shareholder lawsuits after poor leadership decisions. Today, Intrusion has stabilized its technology, raised sufficient capital, and carved out a unique position in the Applied Threat Intelligence category, focusing on real-time packet-level network analysis that stops zero-day attacks and command-and-control communications that bypass traditional security tools. Topics Discussed: Scott's transition from government service to cybersecurity investment and eventual CEO role The crisis state of Intrusion when he joined and the turnaround strategy implemented Intrusion's pivot from direct sales to a managed service provider (MSP) go-to-market strategy The challenge of creating a new category in Applied Threat Intelligence Building and rightsizing the marketing and sales teams during the turnaround The realities of running a public company versus private enterprises Intrusion's unique packet-level network analysis technology versus conversation-based monitoring GTM Lessons For B2B Founders: Do your homework before the meeting: Scott's biggest frustration as a buyer was vendors who showed up unprepared, asking generic questions like "what keeps you up at night?" without understanding the organization or its priorities. He literally had a secret signal with his assistant to escape these meetings. B2B founders must research prospects thoroughly, understand their specific challenges, and craft relevant value propositions before requesting meetings. Generic discovery calls are a waste of everyone's time and destroy credibility. Fix the product before scaling sales: The previous CEO at Intrusion hired dozens of salespeople to sell a product that wasn't ready, resulting in zero sales during his tenure. Scott prioritized fixing scalability, reliability, and feature gaps before rebuilding the go-to-market engine. B2B founders often face pressure to hire sales teams early, but selling a broken product destroys market credibility and wastes resources. Product-market fit must precede sales-market fit. Find the right distribution channel for your product: Intrusion's breakthrough came when they stopped trying to sell directly to end customers and focused on managed service providers and managed service security providers. This channel strategy worked because Intrusion's solution enhances existing security stacks rather than replacing them, making it perfect for MSPs serving SMBs that can't afford enterprise-level security expertise. B2B founders should carefully analyze whether their solution is better suited for direct sales, channel partnerships, or hybrid approaches based on customer buying behavior and implementation complexity. Embrace being in a category of one: Despite pressure from analysts and customers to fit into existing categories, Intrusion discovered they occupy a unique position in Applied Threat Intelligence. While this creates messaging challenges, it also eliminates direct competition. Scott worked with Gartner and other analysts to establish that no other company does exactly what Intrusion does. B2B founders shouldn't force themselves into existing categories if their technology is truly differentiated—creating a new category can be more valuable than competing in crowded ones. Leverage legal training for crisis management: Scott's law school background taught him to analyze situations from a 360-degree perspective, understand all stakeholder positions, and develop comprehensive strategies. This skill set proved invaluable during Intrusion's turnaround and his previous crisis management roles. B2B founders facing difficult situations should adopt this approach: clearly define the problem, gather multiple perspectives, identify all stakeholders, and develop a theory of the case for moving forward.   //   Sponsors: Front Lines — We help B2B tech companies launch, manage, and grow podcasts that drive demand, awareness, and thought leadership. www.FrontLines.io The Global Talent Co. — We help tech startups find, vet, hire, pay, and retain amazing marketing talent that costs 50-70% less than the US & Europe.  www.GlobalTalent.co   //   Don't Miss: New Podcast Series — How I Hire Senior GTM leaders share the tactical hiring frameworks they use to build winning revenue teams. Hosted by Andy Mowat, who scaled 4 unicorns from $10M to $100M+ ARR and launched Whispered to help executives find their next role. Subscribe here: https://open.spotify.com/show/53yCHlPfLSMFimtv0riPyM 

Steve Satterwhite On Cyber is a Cybercrime Magazine Podcast series brought to you by Entelligence. In this episode, Steve Satterwhite, founder and CEO at Entelligence, joins host Heather Engel and Theresa Payton, former White House CIO and CEO at Fortalice Solutions, to discuss women in cybersecurity, including female representation in today's workforce, what it will look like by the end of this year, and more. An industry leader in delivering affordable, high value professional services to security-conscious enterprise and government organizations worldwide, Entelligence addresses the cyber skills gap by working as a seamless extension of each customer's organization, providing a set of customized services that include security readiness assessments, quick-start solution deployments, and longer-term resident expert engagements. Learn more about our sponsor at https://entelligence.com

➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstory  In this "Lessons" episode, Theresa Payton, former White House CIO, shares how predictable human behavior creates vulnerabilities in cybersecurity and why conventional defenses often fall short. Learn why routine security measures are exploited by sophisticated social engineering and how designing innovative, personalized protocols can disrupt attackers and strengthen digital defenses. ➡️ Show Linkshttps://successstorypodcast.com  YouTube: https://youtu.be/bH8DwhGUg0cApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/theresa-payton-cybersecurity-expert-author-former-white/id1484783544Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5DLZKqN89CTRVXW2Hi3Pq5➡️ Watch the Podcast on YouTubehttps://www.youtube.com/c/scottdclary 

For decades, cybersecurity experts have talked wistfully about the arrival of near mythical quantum computers whose mind-bending physics would enable the brute-force cracking of complex encryption algorithms in minutes rather than millennia. According to Cybersecurity Ventures, this day – called Q-Day – will arrive on or around Jan. 1, 2031. In this episode, Marin Ivezic, Partner, Cybersecurity & Privacy at KPMG Middle East, joins host David Braue to discuss the countdown to Q-Day, alongside insights shared by former White House CIO, Theresa Payton. This episode is brought to you by Applied Quantum, a leading consultancy and solutions provider specializing in quantum computing, quantum cryptography, quantum communication, and quantum AI. Learn more at https://AppliedQuantum.com. For more on Y2Q, visit https://y2q.org.

Theresa Payton, cyber expert and the first female White House CIO, joins "Forbes Newsroom" to discuss how Southern California residents and wildfire victims can implement cyber security to protect themselves and their belongings amid the natural disaster.Stay ConnectedForbes on Facebook: http://fb.com/forbesForbes Video on Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/forbesForbes Video on Instagram: http://instagram.com/forbesMore From Forbes: http://forbes.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Roblox is a gaming platform designed for children and is the biggest recreation zone for kids, according to Bloomberg. Since 2018, police in the US have arrested at least two dozen people accused of abducting or abusing victims they'd met or groomed using Roblox. In this episode, host Paul John Spaulding is joined by Theresa Payton, former White House CIO and CEO of Fortalice Solutions, alongside co-hosts Kyle Haglund, VP, Audio Engineering at Cybercrime Magazine, and Sam White, Video Producer at Cybercrime Magazine, to discuss their thoughts and share tips for keeping kids safe in online gaming communities. • For more on cybersecurity, visit https://cybersecurityventures.com/

Theresa Payton, author of "Manipulated: Inside the Cyberwar to Hijack Elections and Distort the Truth," is the CEO at Fortalice Solutions, former CIO at The White House, and previously Deputy Commander of Intelligence on the CBS TV series "Hunted." In this episode, she joins host Taylor Fox to discuss the 2nd paperback edition of "Manipulated," as well as the latest insights on election security, and more. Buy the book at https://amazon.com/Manipulated-Inside-Cyberwar-Elections-Distort/dp/1538188651. • For more on cybersecurity, visit us at https://cybersecurityventures.com

Google dorking is a sophisticated hacker technique that uses Google Search to uncover hidden information, according to Theresa Payton, former White House CIO and a globally recognized digital investigator and cybersecurity expert. In the latest episode of "Ask Me Anything" on the Cybercrime Magazine Podcast sponsored by Pipl AMA, Payton illustrates the power of Google Dorking with a real-world example of a case she was personally involved with. In this episode, host Paul John Spaulding is joined by Steve Morgan, Founder of Cybersecurity Ventures and Editor-in-Chief at Cybercrime Magazine, to discuss. The Cybercrime Magazine Update airs weekly and covers the latest news, interviews, podcasts, reports, videos, and special productions from Cybercrime Magazine, published by Cybersecurity Ventures. For more on cybersecurity, visit us at https://cybersecurityventures.com

Watch as Distribution Strategy Group's Ian Heller is joined by some of the technology leaders who participated in our recent conference, Applied AI for Distributors. During an information-filled, action-packed event, attendees spent two and a half days immersed in the latest information and education on AI and how it can help distributors grow sales, drive productivity, improve CX and provide better services. During this discussion, panelists reviewed: General session speakers: Zack Kass was at OpenAI when they launched ChatGPT and now he's a futurist with an inspiring and profound message about the future of AI. Theresa Payton is a former White House CIO who spoke on how AI impacts cybersecurity threats. Brooks Hamilton spoke on how AI can drive profitability and Jonathan Bein gave an overview of AI applications for distributors. We'll also talk about the eyebrow-raising presentation Grainger's Chief Product Officer Brian Walker. Networking: Always the best part of a great conference, the networking was amazing at the Applied AI event. The starry-eyed looks we saw at the last event are gone; now, distributors are in the market for applications to help them run better businesses – now. Breakout sessions. Dozens of technology companies demonstrated existing AI applications or offered sneak peaks about what's coming soon. Learn about the conference if you couldn't attend or participate in a review discussion to refresh your memory if you were there.

Presley Rhodes makes a living posting what she calls “the subtle art of the thirst trap.” Popular on Instagram, she uses that platform to draw her most parched followers to OnlyFans where she can get paid. But what happens when a scammer buys access to those images? Nothing good. To hear what happened (and try to figure it out) we talked to someone who was scammed, someone who came to the rescue (former White House CIO and What the Hack guest Theresa Payton) and a United States Secret Service agent working in South Africa to catch the bad guys. “What the Hack with Adam Levin” is available wherever you get your podcasts. If you like it, consider rating us on your favorite podcast service or writing a review. It really helps people find the show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tune in each week for a new episode of the CISO Minute, hosted by Theresa Payton, former White House CIO. CISOs and security leaders at organizations of all sizes and types are invited to listen in as Payton shares advice, insights, and discusses various cybersecurity issues and how to approach them as a C-level executive. The CISO Minute is sponsored by https://knowbe4.com/ • For more on cybersecurity, visit us at https://cybersecurityventures.com/

In Plain Sight is a Cybercrime Magazine podcast series brought to you by Conceal. In this episode, host Paul John Spaulding is joined by Theresa Payton, former White House CIO and advisor to Conceal, to discuss phishing and social engineering. Conceal is a zero-trust network privacy and security company that disguises and protects your enterprise's online presence and privacy. To learn more about our sponsor, visit https://conceal.io

Tune in each week for a new episode of the CISO Minute, hosted by Theresa Payton, former White House CIO. CISOs and security leaders at organizations of all sizes and types are invited to listen in as Payton shares advice, insights, and discusses various cybersecurity issues and how to approach them as a C-level executive. The CISO Minute is sponsored by https://knowbe4.com/ • For more on cybersecurity, visit us at https://cybersecurityventures.com/

Tune in each week for a new episode of the CISO Minute, hosted by Theresa Payton, former White House CIO. CISOs and security leaders at organizations of all sizes and types are invited to listen in as Payton shares advice, insights, and discusses various cybersecurity issues and how to approach them as a C-level executive. The CISO Minute is sponsored by https://knowbe4.com/ • For more on cybersecurity, visit us at https://cybersecurityventures.com/

Tune in each week for a new episode of the CISO Minute, hosted by Theresa Payton, former White House CIO. CISOs and security leaders at organizations of all sizes and types are invited to listen in as Payton shares advice, insights, and discusses various cybersecurity issues and how to approach them as a C-level executive. The CISO Minute is sponsored by https://knowbe4.com/ • For more on cybersecurity, visit us at https://cybersecurityventures.com/

Andrew Schoka is the Senior Technical Program Manager for the United States Special Operations Command (USSOCOM). In this episode, he joins host Melissa O'Leary and Theresa Payton, former White House CIO and author of the book “Manipulated: Inside the Cyberwar to Hijack Elections and Distort the Truth,” to discuss election security and why it matters. • For more on cybersecurity, visit us at https://cybersecurityventures.com

Tune in each week for a new episode of the CISO Minute, hosted by Theresa Payton, former White House CIO. CISOs and security leaders at organizations of all sizes and types are invited to listen in as Payton shares advice, insights, and discusses various cybersecurity issues and how to approach them as a C-level executive. The CISO Minute is sponsored by https://knowbe4.com/ • For more on cybersecurity, visit us at https://cybersecurityventures.com/

Tune in each week for a new episode of the CISO Minute, hosted by Theresa Payton, former White House CIO. CISOs and security leaders at organizations of all sizes and types are invited to listen in as Payton shares advice, insights, and discusses various cybersecurity issues and how to approach them as a C-level executive. The CISO Minute is sponsored by https://knowbe4.com/ • For more on cybersecurity, visit us at https://cybersecurityventures.com/

Tune in each week for a new episode of the CISO Minute, hosted by Theresa Payton, former White House CIO. CISOs and security leaders at organizations of all sizes and types are invited to listen in as Payton shares advice, insights, and discusses various cybersecurity issues and how to approach them as a C-level executive. The CISO Minute is sponsored by https://knowbe4.com/ • For more on cybersecurity, visit us at https://cybersecurityventures.com/

Tune in each week for a new episode of the CISO Minute, hosted by Theresa Payton, former White House CIO. CISOs and security leaders at organizations of all sizes and types are invited to listen in as Payton shares advice, insights, and discusses various cybersecurity issues and how to approach them as a C-level executive. The CISO Minute is sponsored by https://knowbe4.com/ • For more on cybersecurity, visit us at https://cybersecurityventures.com/

Tune in each week for a new episode of the CISO Minute, hosted by Theresa Payton, former White House CIO. CISOs and security leaders at organizations of all sizes and types are invited to listen in as Payton shares advice, insights, and discusses various cybersecurity issues and how to approach them as a C-level executive. The CISO Minute is sponsored by https://knowbe4.com/ • For more on cybersecurity, visit us at https://cybersecurityventures.com/

Tune in each week for a new episode of the CISO Minute, hosted by Theresa Payton, former White House CIO. CISOs and security leaders at organizations of all sizes and types are invited to listen in as Payton shares advice, insights, and discusses various cybersecurity issues and how to approach them as a C-level executive. The CISO Minute is sponsored by https://knowbe4.com/ • For more on cybersecurity, visit us at https://cybersecurityventures.com/

Tune in each week for a new episode of the CISO Minute, hosted by Theresa Payton, former White House CIO. CISOs and security leaders at organizations of all sizes and types are invited to listen in as Payton shares advice, insights, and discusses various cybersecurity issues and how to approach them as a C-level executive. The CISO Minute is sponsored by https://knowbe4.com/ • For more on cybersecurity, visit us at https://cybersecurityventures.com/

Cybercrime Magazine CISO Minute host Theresa Payton, Former White House CIO, discusses the latest stats on unemployment in the IT sector. The CISO Minute is sponsored by https://knowbe4.com/ • For more on cybersecurity, visit us at https://cybersecurityventures.com/

Cybercrime Magazine CISO Minute host Theresa Payton, Former White House CIO, warns listeners about deepfake video scams, as well as sharing some tips on how to spot them and stay protected. The CISO Minute is sponsored by https://knowbe4.com/ • For more on cybersecurity, visit us at https://cybersecurityventures.com/

Cybercrime Magazine CISO Minute host Theresa Payton, Former White House CIO, dives into the MOVEit data breach, breaking it down by the numbers for listeners. The CISO Minute is sponsored by https://knowbe4.com/ • For more on cybersecurity, visit us at https://cybersecurityventures.com/

Cybercrime Magazine CISO Minute host Theresa Payton, Former White House CIO, discusses Europe's new Digital Services Act and how CISOs across the globe can comply. The CISO Minute is sponsored by https://knowbe4.com/ • For more on cybersecurity, visit us at https://cybersecurityventures.com/

Cybercrime Magazine CISO Minute host Theresa Payton, Former White House CIO, discusses the debate on whether or not AI should be used professionally, including the pros and cons. The CISO Minute is sponsored by https://knowbe4.com/ • For more on cybersecurity, visit us at https://cybersecurityventures.com/

Cybercrime Magazine CISO Minute host Theresa Payton, Former White House CIO, discusses the risks of personal email compromise, how it can lead to breaches at large organizations, and more. The CISO Minute is sponsored by https://knowbe4.com/ • For more on cybersecurity, visit us at https://cybersecurityventures.com/

Cybercrime Magazine CISO Minute host Theresa Payton, Former White House CIO, discusses the new rules announced by the SEC in regard to reporting cybercrimes. The CISO Minute is sponsored by https://knowbe4.com/ • For more on cybersecurity, visit us at https://cybersecurityventures.com/

Cybercrime Magazine CISO Minute host Theresa Payton, Former White House CIO, discusses the federal charges against Uber's former security chief, as well as what other organizations can learn from the company's data-breach cover-up. The CISO Minute is sponsored by https://knowbe4.com/ • For more on cybersecurity, visit us at https://cybersecurityventures.com/

Cybercrime Magazine CISO Minute host Theresa Payton, Former White House CIO, tells listeners about the importance of shaping state security policies across the US. The CISO Minute is sponsored by https://knowbe4.com/ • For more on cybersecurity, visit us at https://cybersecurityventures.com/

Cybercrime Magazine CISO Minute host Theresa Payton, Former White House CIO, tells listeners why it is critical to elevate boardroom conversations. The CISO Minute is sponsored by https://knowbe4.com/ • For more on cybersecurity, visit us at https://cybersecurityventures.com/

Cybercrime Magazine CISO Minute host Theresa Payton, Former White House CIO, discusses the art of a security pitch, as well as sharing some tips on how to master the practice. The CISO Minute is sponsored by https://knowbe4.com/ • For more on cybersecurity, visit us at https://cybersecurityventures.com/

Cybercrime Magazine CISO Minute host Theresa Payton, Former White House CIO, discusses how the industry is navigating CISO budget cuts, cost optimizations, and how to maintain effective cybersecurity measures. The CISO Minute is sponsored by https://knowbe4.com/ • For more on cybersecurity, visit us at https://cybersecurityventures.com/

Cybercrime Magazine CISO Minute host Theresa Payton, Former White House CIO, talks TikTok and the application's national security implications. The CISO Minute is sponsored by https://knowbe4.com/ • For more on cybersecurity, visit us at https://cybersecurityventures.com/

Cybercrime Magazine CISO Minute host Theresa Payton, Former White House CIO, goes over the 2023 Security Awareness Training Report, sponsored by KnowBe4 and published by Cybercrime Magazine. The CISO Minute is sponsored by https://knowbe4.com/ • For more on cybersecurity, visit us at https://cybersecurityventures.com/

Cybercrime Magazine CISO Minute host Theresa Payton, Former White House CIO, goes over why it is necessary to equip CISOs with the best tools to fight cybercrime. The CISO Minute is sponsored by https://knowbe4.com/ • For more on cybersecurity, visit us at https://cybersecurityventures.com/

The CyberMaryland Conference is an annual event presented by the CyberMaryland Advisory Board in conjunction with academia, government and private industry organizations. In this episode, Theresa Payton, former White House CIO, joins host Steve Morgan to discuss what makes Maryland the "cyber capital" of the United States, how the 2-day educational conference and trade show will encourage the ongoing development and knowledge base of cybersecurity on all levels, and more. Learn more about the CyberMaryland Conference, and our sponsor, the Federal Business Council, at https://cybermarylandconference.com.

CISO Minute. The Urgency Of Fortifying Your Cyber Defenses. Theresa Payton, Former White House CIO. by Cybercrime Magazine

Cybercrime Magazine CISO Minute host Theresa Payton, Former White House CIO, discusses the value of collaboration between CISOs and CIOs. The CISO Minute is sponsored by https://knowbe4.com/ • For more on cybersecurity, visit us at https://cybersecurityventures.com/

Cybercrime Magazine CISO Minute host Theresa Payton, Former White House CIO, talks about why cybersecurity is a boardroom issue. The CISO Minute is sponsored by https://knowbe4.com/ • For more on cybersecurity, visit us at https://cybersecurityventures.com/

Cybercrime Magazine CISO Minute host Theresa Payton, Former White House CIO, discusses red teams, artificial intelligence, and why CISOs should have these items on their radar. The CISO Minute is sponsored by https://knowbe4.com/ • For more on cybersecurity, visit us at https://cybersecurityventures.com/

Cybercrime Magazine CISO Minute host Theresa Payton, Former White House CIO, explains what ChatGPT is and why it's crucial for CISOs to understand and address the new technology. The CISO Minute is sponsored by https://knowbe4.com/ • For more on cybersecurity, visit us at https://cybersecurityventures.com/

Cybercrime Magazine CISO Minute host Theresa Payton, Former White House CIO, discusses how CISOs can work to make their roles sustainable. The CISO Minute is sponsored by https://knowbe4.com/ • For more on cybersecurity, visit us at https://cybersecurityventures.com/

Jobs In Cybersecurity is a Cybercrime Magazine podcast series brought to you by Cox Communications, the largest private telecommunications company in America, serving 6 million homes and businesses. In this episode, host Hillarie McClure is joined by guest expert Theresa Payton, former White House CIO, global cybersecurity expert, and author, to discuss several positions that are in high demand. To learn more about our sponsor, visit https://jobs.cox.com

Cybercrime Magazine CISO Minute host Theresa Payton, Former White House CIO, talks about Gartner's cybersecurity predictions for 2023-2024. The CISO Minute is sponsored by https://knowbe4.com/ • For more on cybersecurity, visit us at https://cybersecurityventures.com/

Today's episode is part two of our conversation with former White House CIO, bestselling author and founder and CEO of Fortalice Solutions, Theresa Payton. If you missed part one, you can start here and go back to that episode. Or, you can start there and come back to this one – but you're already here, so maybe just stick around?  In this episode, host David Puner and Payton continue their discussion, diving into the implications of AI and tools like ChatGPT for the cyber threat landscape – and the potential threats posed by deep fakes backed by synthetic identities. Also, could AI tech make it easier for bad actors to spread disinformation on a large scale? 

Since the earliest digital days, cyberattackers have targeted identities in their quests for riches, chaos and even revenge. So, what if we could hop into a flux capacitor-equipped DeLorean, hammer-down to 88 mph, and go back in time to better understand how yesterday's threats influence today's landscape – and what history can teach us about outpacing adversaries? Today, we do that – and a whole lot more – with a fantastic guest: Theresa Payton.  Payton is the first woman to have served as White House Chief Information Officer, a best-selling author and the founder and CEO of Fortalice Solutions. In Part 1 of our talk, host David Puner and Payton cover a lot of ground: Payton highlights some of the major cybersecurity trends and threats during her time in the George W. Bush White House – from SQL injection attacks to emerging ransomware. She also reflects on technology's role in expanding – and complicating – the attack surface, and offers innovative insights for defenders, drawing from her experience as a veteran cybercrime fighter.  As you'll hear, it's a great talk – so good that we're releasing it in two installments. Be sure to check out Part 2 of our conversation with Theresa Payton, which will release on March 1. You can make sure not to miss it by following Trust Issues – available on all major podcast platforms.  Great Scott!