
The Cyber Security Matters Podcast
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The Cyber Security Matters PodcastSep 06, 2023

Cloud Conversations, Bridging Tech and the Human Side of Cybersecurity - Episode 24 - Michele Chubirka, Staff Cloud Security Advocate at Google
Michele has expertise in Cloud-Native technologies and held key roles as a technology strategist, architect, writer, speaker, and industry analyst, working with companies like Bank of America and Capital One and more recently as a cloud security advocate for Google!
We discuss all things tech, security and the importance of the human side of Cyber Security!
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The Evolution of Cyber Risk - Episode 23 - Ira Winkler, Field CISO & VP of CYE
We were joined by industry leader, award-winning CISO and Security author Ira Winkler, who is currently the Field CISO and VP of CYE.
We explore Ira’s biggest influences, the current state of cyber security risk, the impact of machine learning, the writing of Spies Among US and You Can Stop Stupid, CYE's unique take on cyber risk and much more!
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Navigating Cyber Landscapes: CISO Insights and the future of Data Loss Prevention - Episode 22 - Chris Denbigh-White, Chief Security Officer at Next DLP
Introducing, Chief Security Officer at Next DLP, Chris Denbigh-White as we delve into his extensive 14-year cyber security journey shaped by the MET police. Exploring: AI safety, data loss prevention, impactful communication, and the future of the field.
The Cyber Security Matters Podcast was created by neuco, a global talent acquisition company that specialises in the space and technology sectors. To learn more about our sponsors, neuco and neuco Executive Search, follow these links:

From Agent to CISO: Exploring Cybersecurity - Episode 21 - Mark Daniel Bowling, Chief Risk, Security, and Information Security Officer at ExtraHop
Join us as Mark Daniel Bowling, Chief Risk, Security, and Information Security Officer at ExtraHop, shares his journey from special agent & cyber crimes investigator for the FBI to CISO for Extrahop.
We explore AI, security technology selection & the evolution of the detection and response space.
The Cyber Security Matters Podcast was created by neuco, a global talent acquisition company that specialises in the space and technology sectors. To learn more about our sponsors, neuco and neuco Executive Search, follow these links:

Unveiling the Power and Everyday applications of APIs - Episode 20 - Jeremy Ventura, Director, Security Strategy & Field CISO at ThreatX
Introducing, Jeremy Ventura the Director of Security Strategy and Field CISO of leading API Security vendor ThreatX.
Jeremy has been in the industry for over 10 years and we discuss the rise of API security, the everyday history of API Security, carefully embracing AI, diversity in the industry & the now indispensable role of a CISO.
The Cyber Security Matters Podcast was created by neuco, a global talent acquisition company that specialises in the space and technology sectors. To learn more about our sponsors, neuco and neuco Executive Search, follow these links:

Understanding ZeroTrust & is the Cloud really more secure? - Episode 19 - Abhishek Singh, Co-Founder & CEO of Araali Networks
Introducing Abhishek, the visionary Co-founder & CEO of Araali Networks, boasting an impressive 25-year journey steeped in expertise across Cyber Security, Zero Trust, Cloud Security, Engineering & Business domains.
With a remarkable past as the Co-Founder/VP of Engineering at Tetration Analytics, Abhishek discusses Zero Trust, vulnerability awareness, the future of the industry and is the cloud really more secure.
The Cyber Security Matters Podcast was created by neuco, a global talent acquisition company that specialises in the space and technology sectors. To learn more about our sponsors, neuco and neuco Executive Search, follow these links:

Journey to being a CISO, AI, & talent shortage: Myth or reality? - Episode 18 - Jake Bernardes, CISO at Whistic
We were joined by Jake Bernardes CISO for Whistic.
Jake has over 10 years experience in business, cyber security, risk & privacy. Jake has unique expertise previously acting as a principal consultant for NCC, KPMG & IBM working with large global enterprises.
We discussed all things recruitment, hiring, being a CISO and AI.
The Cyber Security Matters Podcast was created by neuco, a global talent acquisition company that specialises in the space and technology sectors. To learn more about our sponsors, neuco and neuco Executive Search, follow these links:

Unleashing potential: AI, & Mentoring & Cyber Security Talent - Episode 17 - David Stapleton, CISO at CyberGRX
Join us with David Stapleton, CISO at CyberGRX, as we discover the pivotal role of AI within the Cyber Security industry; as a transformative catalyst for good, and the navigation of risks and legal challenges it presents.
We also explore the intrinsic value of fundamental security over the latest trendy tech and gain an understanding of the importance of mentoring and educating the Cyber Security talent!
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I love tinkering, but I always came at security from the people side - Episode 16 - Ivan Milenkovic, Group CISO at Webhelp
Ivan Milenkovic, Group CISO at Webhelp, shares his 20 years of experience in Cyber Security and discusses the importance of partnerships, culture, and leadership – alongside know-how on managing a large security team within a fast-evolving landscape. We also discussed the challenging role of a CISO and the critical need for continuous learning & development.
It was a pleasure to have Ivan on the podcast!
The Cyber Security Matters Podcast was created by neuco, a global talent acquisition company that specialises in the space and technology sectors. To learn more about our sponsors, neuco and neuco Executive Search, follow these links:

From mastering stakeholder and Regulatory compliance, to ‘is the corporate world losing grip on Cyber Risk?' - Episode 15 - Adam Gwinnet, CISO & CTO for Nine23.
As a CISO with a legal background, Adam has managed stakeholders within heavily regulated state sectors, held positions at various organisations, including the Department for Constitutional Affairs, the UK ministry of justice, her Majesty’s Courts & Tribunals Service, and the Metropolitan Police.
In our conversation we dive into how to bring a cybercriminal to justice & Adam's transition from the public sector to the commercial space, where he currently serves as the CISO & CTO for Nine 23, a UK Sovereign Managed Security Cyber Services provider. We explore how Adam's expertise in stakeholder management and regulatory compliance has helped him to navigate the Cyber security landscape.
The Cyber Security Matters Podcast was created by neuco, a global talent acquisition company that specialises in the space and technology sectors. To learn more about our sponsors, neuco and neuco Executive Search, follow these links:

Diversity and Inclusion in the Cyber Sector starts from the top - Episode 14 - Hajar El Haddaoui, Senior Director and board member of Womens International and MOD ELLE
An international executive, senior director, regular visitor to the Silicon Valley R&D Lab and leader of sales team for NTT focusing on managed security.
Hajar El Haddaoui is a member of the board for both WIN Womens international and MOD ELLE – both aimed at inspiring & supporting women in business.
Listen to this episode and enjoy!
The Cyber Security Matters Podcast was created by neuco, a global talent acquisition company that specialises in the space and technology sectors. To learn more about our sponsors, neuco and neuco Executive Search, follow these links:

I’ve always enjoyed helping CISOs to achieve - Episode 13 - Ronnen Brunner, Senior Vice President of International Sales at Ironscales
Former CIO for Israel’s Ministry of Justice, Ronnen began his commercial career at EMC, before specialising in Cyber Security sales leadership at Vodafone, and NDR vendor ExtraHop. Currently Senior Vice President for disruptive Email Security platform Ironscales, he brings a wealth of knowledge and insights to a wide-ranging conversation.
The Cyber Security Matters Podcast was created by neuco, a global talent acquisition company that specialises in the space and technology sectors. To learn more about our sponsors, neuco and neuco Executive Search, follow these links:

Assets connected to the Internet just keep going up! - Episode 12 - Huxley Barbee, Security Evangelist at runZero
Huxley’s software & systems background sparked a twenty year career in Cyber including Practice Lead of Security Orchestration at Cisco, Security Product marketing at Datadog, and now evangelist & marketer for Series A Cyber asset management solution runZero.
Passionate about the security community, he also runs local event BSides NYC!
Enjoy!
The Cyber Security Matters Podcast was created by neuco, a global talent acquisition company that specialises in the space and technology sectors. To learn more about our sponsors, neuco and neuco Executive Search, follow these links:

Big Data Privacy and Security Challenges, explained by a global CISO - Episode 11 - Dr Rebecca Wynn, Global Chief Security Strategist & CISO at Click Solutions Group
An International CISO & global privacy expert and privacy expert, Dr Rebecca Wynn has over 20 years of experience in Cyber Security.
Often named one of the top women in Cyber Security – Dr Wynn’s led large security teams in both investment & medical sectors – and is currently consulting Enterprise clients on their security strategy. She’s also on the advisory board for CyberWire - and has her own Podcast.
Enjoy this fascinating episode!
The Cyber Security Matters Podcast was created by neuco, a global talent acquisition company that specialises in the space and technology sectors. To learn more about our sponsors, neuco and neuco Executive Search, follow these links:

For CISOs, It’s All About The Best Product For Their Particular Situation - Episode 10 - Marco Pineda, Experienced Global CISO
An International CISO with a particular specialism in the finance industry – Marco has over twenty years of experience in information security.
Beginning his career as an engineer, in the early 2000s Marco took on a Director-Level role for Morgan Stanley. Progressing his career in security & risk leadership roles – he spent the best part of a decade at JP Morgan, making a big move from his native New York to Switzerland as their EMEA CISO.
Next followed an influential role for the World Economic Forum as Head of Cyber Technology & Innovation – and he’s currently consulting Tech Mahindra.
Enjoy!
The Cyber Security Matters Podcast was created by neuco, a global talent acquisition company that specialises in the space and technology sectors. To learn more about our sponsors, neuco and neuco Executive Search, follow these links:

Conversations with a female leader in Vulnerability Management - Episode 9 - Jennifer Cox Head of Communications at Cyber Women Ireland
This is one not to miss, Jennifer is a multi-award-winning advocate for Women in tech and a female leader in the cyber space , specifically Vulnerability Management.
We discuss vulnerability management, mentoring, women in cyber, and how the industry is evolving.
The Cyber Security Matters Podcast was created by neuco, a global talent acquisition company that specialises in the space and technology sectors. To learn more about our sponsors, neuco and neuco Executive Search, follow these links:

Diversity, Human Rights and Cyber - What's the link? - Episode 8 - Alexandra Godoi Information Security GRC Lead at Oxfam
In this podcast neuco talks with Alexandra Godoi who was named as a top 30 female Cyber Security leader of 2022. Alexandra brings an interesting mix of Cyber and Human Rights to the podcast as Information Security GRC Lead at Oxfam.
We discuss access to internet, pressure on the end users and women in cyber.
The Cyber Security Matters Podcast was created by neuco, a global talent acquisition company that specialises in the space and technology sectors. To learn more about our sponsors, neuco and neuco Executive Search, follow these links:

The Cyber Sector From a Female General Manager's Perspective - Episode 7 - Karla Reffold, General Manager at Orpheus Cyber
In this podcast we discuss two main topics – diversity in cyber and how the cyber sector is evolving.
Great insights from Karla Reffold, General Manager at Orpheus Cyber, Board Advisor, and American Cyber Awards judge.
Karla was one of the top 3 finalists in the “Entrepreneur of the Year” category at the Cybersecurity Women of the Year awards in 2022 among many other awards. Tune in for an insightful episode!
The Cyber Security Matters Podcast was created by neuco, a global talent acquisition company that specialises in the space and technology sectors. To learn more about our sponsors, neuco and neuco Executive Search, follow these links:

Adoption of API and Microservices Based Architecture is Inevitable - Episode 6 - Chuck Herrin, CTO at WIB
Chuck is currently the CTO of an industry leading API security vendor and has over 15 years’ experience in senior and board level IT security roles.
In the last twenty years in security, he’s acted as an attacker, a defender, and most recently, a builder!
In this episode, we talk everything API!
The Cyber Security Matters Podcast was created by neuco, a global talent acquisition company that specialises in the space and technology sectors. To learn more about our sponsors, neuco and neuco Executive Search, follow these links:

The Language for Cyber Needs to be Risk - Episode 5 - Sean Blenkhorn, Vice President, Worldwide Sales Engineering at Axonius
Insightful Canadian Sean has held a variety of strategic leadership roles for some of the World’s fastest growing Security vendors. A global conference regular & pre-sales expert, he explains how he saw his customer needs evolve during the pandemic, and why the pace of innovation makes him bullish about Cyber’s continued growth.
Enjoy another fascinating episode.
The Cyber Security Matters Podcast was created by neuco, a global talent acquisition company that specialises in the space and technology sectors. To learn more about our sponsors, neuco and neuco Executive Search, follow these links:

A Woman's Place At The Cyber Security Table - Episode 4 - Isabel Bardsley-Garcia, Director of Information Security & Technology at Helion
Having led and driven the transformation and automation of national cyber security consulting services for over 18 years, Isabel knows what she’s talking about when it comes to the Cyber sector.
An experienced and successful woman, Isabel discusses her take on the cyber world as a woman and a leader.
In this episode, we discuss why cyber security isn't just for missiles, how vendors are trying to redress the gender balance, Isabel's thoughts on day-to-day cyber and much more.
Enjoy!
The Cyber Security Matters Podcast was created by neuco, a global talent acquisition company that specialises in the space and technology sectors. To learn more about our sponsors, neuco and neuco Executive Search, follow these links:

Executive Motivation Sometimes Drives People To Do The Wrong Things - Episode 3 - Caleb Barlow, Founder & CEO at Cylete
After building the World’s 1st Immersive Cyber Range at IBM, Caleb became President & CEO of Redspin & CynergisTek – with a focus on consulting the Healthcare sector. Caleb is now Founder & CEO at Cylete.
A true Cyber spokesperson and entrepreneur, you can catch him on TED Talks or Prime Time news – or advising investment firms on the right security businesses to target.
In this episode, we discuss redefining critical infrastructure, why hospitals were targeted during the pandemic and how business norms are the opposite of what's needed in a cyber crisis.
Enjoy!
The Cyber Security Matters Podcast was created by neuco, a global talent acquisition company that specialises in the space and technology sectors. To learn more about our sponsors, neuco and neuco Executive Search, follow these links:

Intelligence is the only way to get proactive in the World - Episode 2 - AJ Fox, VP of Intelligence at ZeroFox
An intel specialist throughout his career, AJ is currently VP of Intelligence for external cyber security company ZeroFox - and has over twenty year’s experience as a leader, transitioning from a military background to senior intelligence roles - he’s also worked for other major firms like Symantec and Anomali.
Bringing his Intel knowledge to the Commercial world after a career in the military, AJ has worked for leading firms like Symantec, Anomali, & most recently ZeroFox, and over twenty years of leadership experience. He’s an Evangelist for the huge value Intel can offer to Enterprises, and feels we’re still just scratching the surface.
Enjoy this episode of The Cyber Security Matters Podcast!
The Cyber Security Matters Podcast was created by neuco, a global talent acquisition company that specialises in the space and technology sectors. To learn more about our sponsors, neuco and neuco Executive Search, follow these links:

I’m a programmer & builder first, it helps me see things from my clients perspective - Episode 1 - Girish Redekar, CoFounder at Sprinto.com
Joining us for the first episode of the Cyber Security Matters podcast is Girish Redekar, CoFounder at Sprinto.com!
Now a serial entrepreneur on his second successful start up, Girish is a keen coder who literally built his businesses by hand! Having sold SaaS recruitment platform RecruiterBox, he’s taken what he learnt to found Sprinto – a Cloud delivered solution providing automated InfoSec SOC & ISO compliance.
Enjoy!
The Cyber Security Matters Podcast was created by neuco, a global talent acquisition company that specialises in the space and technology sectors. To learn more about our sponsors, neuco and neuco Executive Search, follow these links:

Welcome to Cyber Security Matters
A series of interviews with key leaders through the Cyber Security industry.
All brought to you by the Cyber Security team at neuco a specialist global recruitment and executive search firm.