• The View From The Trenches: The Role Of Leaders And Human Resources In Human Risk Management Kristina Belnap Of HealthEquity
    Nov 28 2023

    Security awareness training is not enough to protect ourselves from cyber risks. But how can we control these risks? Today, Kristina Belnap, the SVP and CISO of HealthEquity, brings the role of human resources in bringing human risk management into the organization. Educating everyone on AI and bringing awareness into the space are keys to protecting information and securing our environments. Kristina provides some great insights on mitigating risk here on the Friendly Fire Podcast!

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    25 mins
  • The Theoretical Floor And The Importance Of Resilience With Allison Miller Of Cartomancy Labs
    Nov 14 2023

    Cybersecurity is a high-stakes card game, and sometimes, it's not about winning every hand but mastering the game as a whole. In this episode, we welcome Allison Miller of Cartomancy Labs for an illuminating discussion on "The Theoretical Floor" and why resilience is the secret sauce to defending against modern cyber threats. She expounds on the world of human risk, shedding light on how we can redefine our understanding of cybersecurity and fraud prevention. Allison explores the concept of "The Theoretical Floor" and why sometimes, perfection isn't the goal. She describes it as a card game, where we need to think not just about that one hand but the entire game if we're going to win against the bad actors in cyberspace. Join us as we dissect the challenges faced by cybersecurity professionals, the evolving trends in the industry, and how we can better protect ourselves, both as individuals and as organizations.

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    40 mins
  • Understanding Human And API Security With Karl Mattson
    Oct 17 2023

    For an API security platform to succeed in today’s fast-paced society, it must be widely familiar with the current trends of the digital world and keep its most skilled people for a long time. Tyler Shields sits down with Karl Mattson, CISO at Noname, to discuss these two vital factors. Karl explains how they approach cybersecurity as an up-to-date organization, the best way to keep up with APIs growing rapidly, and how not to acquire so many unnecessary cybersecurity tools in a constantly expanding team. Karl also talks about Noname’s high employee retention rate, emphasizing why it is important in navigating cybersecurity’s long list of risks.

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    31 mins
  • Dissecting The Human Issues In Product Security With Joern Freydank
    Oct 10 2023

    Product security has greatly changed over time. How does human contribute to the changes going on? In this episode, Joern Freydank, a Lead Cyber (Application) Security Engineer, dissects the human issues in product security. He emphasizes the value of humans in providing a higher level of order intelligence operating the systems. Joern also shares the key component of the anti-patterns and discusses how threat modeling works in the modern era. There is so much to unpack in today’s episode. Tune in now!

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    29 mins
  • Securing Digital Health: A Journey Into Healthcare Cybersecurity With Esmond Kane
    Oct 3 2023

    We should embrace the human side of cybersecurity, where knowledge and vigilance become our most potent weapons in the age of digital health. In this episode, Esmond Kane, a CISO at a leading healthcare organization, sheds light on the critical role of human risk management in safeguarding our digital lives. He emphasizes that no matter the technological advancement, the human touch will always be among our most potent weapons against threats. Cybersecurity is a shared responsibility, and together, we can forge a safer digital future. Tune in now and learn more about cybersecurity in healthcare!

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    38 mins
  • Navigating The Intersecting Worlds Of Cyber Security Threats, AI, And Government Policy With Mark Weatherford
    Sep 26 2023

    As technology advances, so does the threat posed in cyberspace. In this episode, Mark Weatherford, the SVP and Chief Security Officer at AlertEnterprise, navigates us through cyberspace and how AI and Government Policy impact change in cybersecurity threats. There is a monumental shift in positioning, treating, and regulating CISOs within the company, and generative AI has contributed much to the continuous change in the security environment. Mark shares his insights on how we can surf through this change. Learn more from Mark as you tune in to this conversation.


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    34 mins
  • Stop Dancing With Risk And Start Driving User Cyber Behaviors With Andre Russotti
    Sep 19 2023

    People make mistakes, and these unintentional mistakes drastically impact an organization. You shouldn't dance with risks and wait for cyber attacks to steal your stage. It's time to take action with Andre Russotti of Altria Client Services as he explains how Zero Trust does not solve the user-behavior problem that causes insider risks. Would you relax security controls? You better hop on to this conversation because Andre fires up more touch points for driving user behavior risk at a minimum.

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    35 mins
  • IAM And Zero Trust: Preparing For A New Era In Cyber Defense With Christine Owen
    Sep 12 2023

    In this episode, we unravel the complexities of Identity and Access Management (IAM) and explore the cutting-edge concept of Zero Trust. Join host Tyler Shields as he sits with Christine Owen, a recovering attorney who found solace in IAM and Zero Trust principles. Christine sheds light on the modern challenges of protecting digital assets in an ever-evolving threat landscape. Christine introduces us to the game-changing concept of Zero Trust, an approach that challenges traditional security paradigms. Tune in now and equip yourself with the knowledge to navigate the changes in cybersecurity.

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    33 mins