Gaining and Maintaining Support: Sonja Hammond’s Stakeholder Strategies

In this episode of The Professional CISO Show, host David Malicoat is joined by Sonja Hammond, the Chief Information Security Officer and Vice President of IT Architecture and Engineering at National Veterinary Associates. Sonja shares her remarkable journey from land administration to becoming a cybersecurity leader, offering valuable insights on the evolution of the CISO role. The conversation delves into the importance of professionalizing the role, building strong stakeholder relationships, managing career growth amidst technological changes, and strategies to prevent burnout in high-pressure roles. Whether you’re an experienced CISO or an aspiring security professional, this episode is packed with actionable advice and thought-provoking insights.

From Pirouettes to Protocols: Jessica Nemmers’ CISO Journey

In this inspiring episode of The Professional CISO, David Malicoat welcomes Jessica Nemmers, the Field CISO at Flare Data Systems, to share her extraordinary journey from being a professional ballerina to becoming a leader in the cybersecurity industry. Jessica’s story is a testament to the power of resilience, adaptability, and the importance of professionalizing the CISO role.

Innovative Risk Management Techniques: Insights from Jim Desmond

In this episode of The Professional CISO Podcast, David Malicoat interviews Jim Desmond, the Senior Vice President and Chief Security Officer at Asurion. They delve into the necessity of professionalizing the CISO role, effective risk management strategies, and the importance of ethical standards in cybersecurity. Jim shares his journey from consulting to cybersecurity leadership, providing valuable insights and actionable advice for CISOs and aspiring cybersecurity professionals.

Renee Guttmann Talks IT and OT Security Convergence and so much more!

Welcome to the latest episode of The Professional CISO Show! In this episode, host David Malicoat sits down with Renee Guttmann, the founder and principal of CISO Hive, to discuss her extraordinary journey in cybersecurity. With a career spanning prestigious companies such as Coca-Cola, Royal Caribbean Cruises, Campbell Soup Company, Capital One, and Time Warner, Renee shares her invaluable insights and experiences.

We would like to thank our sponsor Armis for making this episode possible. If you are going to Black Hat USA 2024, make sure to visit them at their booth or schedule some time at one of their events!

THPC Innovation Series #2 – Armis VIPR – w/Or Priel

In this episode of the Professional CISO Podcast, host David Malicoat dives into the Innovation Series with Or Priel, co-founder of Silk Security. They discuss the acquisition of Silk by Armis, and the integration of Armis Centrix VIPR Pro. Or shares insights about his background in cybersecurity and his journey through various startups. The conversation covers the challenges organizations face with security tools and the innovative ways Silk Security’s technology bridges gaps in remediation and operational efficiency. They delve deep into the technology, problem-solving approaches, and the future extensibility of their solutions.

The Professional CISO Podcast: Digital FightClub Recap #2 – Sponsored by Interpres Security

In this episode of the Professional CISO Podcast, host David Malicoat welcomes Will Long, Matt Walker, Andrew Forgie, and Phillip Wylie for a series of discussions on critical infrastructure and cybersecurity defenses. The guests share insights on vulnerability management, the role of federal and private sectors in securing critical systems, and the importance of asset inventory. They also debate topics like AI’s impact on cybersecurity and the need for offensive security awareness. The episode concludes with announcements of upcoming events and speaking engagements.