Interview with Dell Cyber Security Specialist Loren Larson | PART 1

11/07/24 • 31 min

We are excited to announce the Cyber Savvy Podcast season 3 with our very own Mike Shelah!
Mike has taken the reins delivering education to business owners and sharing what they need to know about cybersecurity. On this episode, Mike sits down with Loren Larson, cybersecurity specialist at Dell. Loren talks about the difference between cybersecurity and traditional IT support - it's not just firewalls and software updates. Follow us on our YouTube channel as well!
We will be posting new interviews twice a month. Buckle up it's going to be a wild ride!

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Previous Episode

Introducing Mike Shelah

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In this special episode, we're marking a significant transition in our podcast's journey. With a mix of gratitude and anticipation, we bid farewell to our beloved host, Andrew Rose, and warmly welcome our new host, Mike Shelah.
We cannot express enough appreciation for Andrew's dedication and passion as the host of this podcast. His insightful conversations, thought-provoking questions, and warm personality have been instrumental in shaping our show and building our wonderful community of listeners. Andrew's contributions have left an unmistakable mark, and his presence will be deeply missed.
As we turn this new page, we're thrilled to introduce Mike Shelah as our new host. Mike brings a fresh perspective and a wealth of experience to the role. We're excited for you to get to know him and experience the unique energy he'll bring to our conversations.
In this episode, you'll hear from both Andrew and Mike as we celebrate the past and look forward to the future. Join us for this special transition and be part of this new chapter in our podcast's history.
Thank you, Andrew, for everything you've done. And welcome aboard, Mike – we can't wait to see where you'll take us next!

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Next Episode

Compliance Frameworks and Cybersecurity Speak with Loren Larson | PART 2

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This episode discusses the importance of compliance frameworks like HIPAA and CMMC in cybersecurity. Cybersecurity expert Loren Larson explains how these standards help organizations secure their systems and data.

The conversation covers the challenges businesses face in meeting compliance requirements, such as the perceived high costs. Loren and host Mike Shelah share examples of companies that ignored compliance only to face serious consequences later.

The episode emphasizes the business need to take a proactive, framework-driven approach to cybersecurity, rather than relying on hoping you won't get hacked. Loren provides guidance on conducting assessments and developing a plan to cost-effectively achieve compliance.

The key points are the importance of compliance frameworks, the challenges of implementing them, and the need for businesses to take cybersecurity seriously instead of hoping for the best.

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