Let's Talk About (Secur)IT

Kyle Alspach, a Senior Editor at CRN specializing in cybersecurity, brings comprehensive coverage of the cybersecurity industry, including news, analysis, and in-depth explorations of rapidly growing segments like cloud security, application security, and identity security. In this episode of Let's Talk About SecurIT, Kyle shares his incredible journey, starting from his newspaper roles in central Massachusetts to becoming a Senior Editor at CRN.

Philip and Kyle further delve into the significance of endpoint detection in mitigating Ransomware Attacks. They also conduct an extensive exploration of Generative AI for Cybersecurity, addressing the crucial question of uncovering the unknown unknowns in cybersecurity. Among other engaging topics, they discuss the transformative potential that lies in the amalgamation of big data, artificial intelligence, and human intelligence.

Join them on this captivating discussion as they shed light on the current trends and groundbreaking advancements in the cybersecurity landscape.

In this latest episode of "Let's Talk About SecurIT," Philip interviews Jane Lo, a Cyber and Financial Risk Consultant from Singapore, and our first international guest. With a master's degree in engineering, fluency in three languages, and experience as a compliance officer, consultant, and freelance analyst, Jane focuses on raising awareness about how global financial and cyber risks are trending. Join Philip and Jane as they explore a range of topics, including the impact of AI on cybersecurity, the human factor in risk management, international privacy laws, and C-Suite strategies for implementing cybersecurity.

In this latest installment of Let's Talk About SecurIT, Philip welcomes Carl B. Wade, an information security specialist and the host of Simple Cyber Defense Podcast. During the episode, Philip and Carl cover various topics, including the misconceptions surrounding cybersecurity, the growing integration of IoT devices, and the resulting increase in threat vectors. They also delve into the significance of cybersecurity education, the issue of notification fatigue, the potential for a password-free future, and more. Overall, the conversation emphasizes the need for a proactive, simplistic approach to cybersecurity and aims to dispel fears associated with this important field.

Joseph South - Principal Cloud Security Engineer and Host of the Security Unfiltered Podcast, specializes in simplifying complex challenges into practical solutions. As a result of his early struggles, he created The Security Unfiltered Patreon to provide direct mentorship and career advancement tools to listeners. In this latest episode of Let's Talk About SecurIT, Joseph and Philip explore the critical issue of cybersecurity around A.I., delve into cloud security in work-from-home environments, Zero Trust architecture for cyber warfare, and address the legal and budgetary challenges faced by CISOs.

Paul Baker, Director of Cybersecurity at Plurilock, is a proponent of new technology and finding unique ways to solve problems. In this latest episode of Let's Talk About SecurIT, Paul shares his incredible journey from Europe to North America, and how he has used technology to help people and organizations along the way. Philip and Paul discuss, the fast-paced, changing landscape of cybersecurity and finally delve into the benefits of interoperability, and automation, in making sweeping changes in the future of the industry.

Janet Schijns is the CEO of JS Group, a marketing consulting firm. Her professional journey ranges from Verizon to Motorola to Office Depot, and she has received three 5-star awards for her channel programs in the IT, Security, and Mobility space.  She is a leading industry influencer with numerous awards including top 10 Women in Technology, Channel Influencer of the Year, and top 10 CEO Disruptors. In this captivating episode, Philip and Janet discuss employee empowerment as part of a security culture, AI innovation in the security space, arguments in favor of human microchip implants, and a fruitful dialogue on how communication and information influence marketing.

Peter J. Lapp has over 20 years of experience in counterintelligence and insider threat. As a well-known speaker, author, and consultant he helps departments, agencies, and companies mature their security awareness training, insider risk programs, and investigative capabilities. In this fascinating episode, Philip and Pete discuss his remarkable journey from a bike cop to taking down the "Queen of Cuba" as an FBI agent and finally to setting up his own consulting firm.

Roger Grimes, Data-Driven Defense Evangelist at KnowBe4, is a senior computer security consultant, cybersecurity architect, and celebrated author, whose mission in life is to make the Internet a safer place for all people to compute. In this riveting episode of Let’s Talk About SecurIT, Philip and Roger discuss the common causes of malicious data breaches, the use of Social Engineering as a major weapon in the arsenal of hackers and conclude with what the future holds for safe computing.

Matt Lindley the COO and CISO of NINJIO is an authority on IT, security and has more than a decade of experience in the cybersecurity space. In this fun episode of Let's Talk About SecurIT, Matt shares his incredible journey from hotspot hunting to making a difference with start-ups. Philip and Matt discuss human behavior relative to NINJIO’s game-changing, Hollywood-style cybersecurity awareness training.

Jimmy Augustine, Chief Technology Evangelist at Ingram Micro, is a business builder, supporting highly successful organic growth from the ground up. In this latest episode of Let's Talk About SecurIT, Philip and Jimmy discuss, the top 3 cybersecurity trends, cybersecurity areas to focus on, and finally, they deliberate on the ultimate global solution that could become the future of cybersecurity.

In this latest episode of Let's Talk About SecurIT Philip and  Jerry Diedrichs, discuss an amazing journey, from Director of IT for a City to setting direction for Ingram Micro Cybersecurity. You will also hear some powerful insights into, insider threat technology, zero trust, leveraging product knowledge, and much more...

New Episode of Let's Talk About SecurIT with CXera co-founder, Mike Cross details the new “ever boarding” journey successful organizations should undertake and explains what Customer Experience is all about.

New Episode of Let's Talk About SecurIT with Morey Haber, BeyondTrust CSO, prolific author and Cybersecurity thought leader. Morey and Philip discuss career, today’s Cybersecurity trends and ground-breaking thoughts on three tier identity, authentication and access management.

New Episode of Let's Talk About SecurIT alert with Jay McBain! 2021 Channel Influencer of the year Jay McBain is an accomplished speaker, author and innovator in the IT industry. Jay is a thought leader and provides future industry guidance. His  28 year career as sales executive , marketing, strategy roles have all led him to his current role as Principal analyst at Forrester. Philip and Jay discuss Cyber security and emerging tech and Jay shares a unique perspective on hyper growth.

Tyler Robinson is an offensive red team expert, keynote speaker, Managing Director of Offensive Security & Research at Trimarc, and the Founder of Dark Element. He is a cybersecurity expert who shares his experiences from phone freaking to administering malicious food drives. Philip and Tyler discuss his career, his views on cybersecurity trainings, and how he hacks in his personal life. You can find Tyler on LinkedIn and on the Security Weekly podcast.

Neal Conlon is a US Marine Veteran, entrepreneur, growth marketer, investor, parent, and cybersecurity influencer. Conlon and Philip discuss his perspective on rethinking cybersecurity, and the exciting journey from the mailroom, to investments, to cybersecurity and consulting.

Andrea Hoy is the first person to coin the title “Virtual CISO.” She is a passionate advocate for privacy  in cybersecurity compliance and in helping CyberSecurity startups with rapid growth strategies.. Andrea  and Philip discuss how she went from an aspiring physical therapist to a CISO for hire. She shares her experience taking small businesses from 0 to 100% compliant.

Philip is joined by Andrew Conway, VP Security Marketing at Microsoft, as they discuss Microsoft’s cybersecurity solutions and place in the industry; analyzing more than 24 trillion signals every day, and helping to protect nearly 650,000 customers. Covering everything from Zero Trust to being yourself at work, Philip truly enjoyed getting an inside view on Microsoft Security, and learning more about Andrew’s professional journey.

Philip sits down with Kevin Haley, the Director of Product Management for Symantec, A Division of Broadcom. In his role, Kevin champions the importance of artificial intelligence (AI) and adaptive technologies (AT) to improve customer experience and security. Philip and Kevin discuss the anonymity of cybercrime and debate the death of ransomware. Kevin shares his opinions on continuous behavioral authentication, what he sees as the biggest security challenges today, and his advice to future cybersecurity leaders.

In this episode of Let’s Talk About (Secur)IT, Philip talks to Travis Abrams, Founder of CyberPeak, about customer and business challenges. Stating that the answer is often to go back to the basics. They discuss everything from printer vulnerabilities, losing your cyber insurance due to lack of security, to coffee snobs in the office. And of course, we hear how Travis balances work, family, and personal life.

This month, Philip is joined by Chris Pierce, former EVP at Booz Allen Hamilton & US Naval Officer. Listen and learn how his experience flying military aircraft and defending data, influence one another. Philip and Chris talk about the cost of ”a pound of cyber” to protect your data (~16.00), addressing the cybersecurity skills gap (~19.00), and his advice to future and emerging cybersecurity leaders (~33.00).  Chris has met a lot of leaders in government(s), the military, and IT channels. He and Philip share the common values of great leaders in all walks of life.

Arlin Sorenson, a well-known leader in the IT channel, is on the podcast this month. We are impressed by how he balances life on the farm, being VP Ecosystem Evangelism at Connectwise, and making a difference in so many lives. Listen to this month's episode of Let's Talk About (Secur)IT to hear him discuss being a purposeful farm boy and how he has managed through a few IT industry blindsides.

On this episode of Let’s Talk About (Secur)IT, Philip welcomes Michelle Ragusa McBain. Michelle is the VP of Global Partner Strategy at the JS Group and advocate for women in technology. Philip and Michelle discuss customer experience , women empowerment, and LinkedIn SSI Scores.

In the fourth episode of Let’s Talk About (Secur)IT, Philip de Souza and Plurilock CEO, Ian L. Paterson, talk about the amazing opportunities with Data Science and the intriguing world of continuous behavioral analytics, listen in to see what this has to do with  lye and caffeine! Join us for an interesting conversation on using data to solve customer problems, acronym jars, and an update on Plurilock’s acquisition of Aurora.

In this solo episode, Philip talks all about communication. He unpacks how this all relates to Lions, Turtles, Camels, and Monkeys. Listen for actionable advice one how to better communicate in both your personal and professional relationships. 

In the second episode of Let’s Talk About (Secur)IT, Philip is joined by his longtime colleague and VP/Cybersecurity PSO, Ed Mori. They talk through the evolution of Aurora as a business, from building computers 20+ years ago to solving customers security problems in the cloud today. Ed & Philip share some fun stories and unique perspectives along the way

In the first episode of Let's Talk About Secur(IT), Philip compares cybersecurity to the Indian parable of seven blind hermits and an elephant.