The Professional CISO Podcast: Digital FightClub Recap #1 - Sponsored by Armis

07/17/24 • 22 min

In this episode of the Professional CISO Podcast, David Malicoat hosts discussions live from the Digital Fight Club After Party. Featuring interviews with cybersecurity experts like Will Long from Infinity Cyber Advisors, Jim Kastle from Kimberly-Clark, James Binford from Humana, and several others, the episode delves into the highlights of the evening's fights on critical topics in cybersecurity. Key discussions focus on the divisive AI debate, the importance of managing risk over just cybersecurity, and perspectives on future threats and technologies. The episode also touches on challenges such as the shortage of cybersecurity roles and effective strategies in vulnerability management.

00:00 Introduction to the Professional CISO Podcast
00:22 Live from Digital Fight Club: Interview with Will Long
02:17 Insights from Referee Jim Kastle
04:21 James Binford on AI and Offensive Security
06:37 Byron Davis Discusses AI and Cybersecurity
10:26 Russ Murrell's Take on Digital Fight Club
13:38 Scot Miller's Perspective on AI and Future Topics
18:15 Presley Prescott on Critical Infrastructure and Training
21:58 Conclusion and Call to Subscribe

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Jim Kastle LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jim-kastle-01ba172/

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Byron Davis LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/byron-d-5b710962/

Russ Murrell LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/russ-m-623692/

Scot Miller LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/scotmiller/

Presley Prescott LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/presley-prescott-4548472/

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David Malicoat LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-malicoat-cissp/

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Digital Fight Club Website: https://digitalfightclub.co/

Will Long LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/williamlongsr/

Jim Kastle LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jim-kastle-01ba172/

James Binford LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamesbinford/

Byron Davis LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/byron-d-5b710962/

Russ Murrell LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/russ-m-623692/

Scot Miller LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/scotmiller/

Presley Prescott LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/presley-prescott-4548472/

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The Critical Connection: CISOs and General Counsels in Cybersecurity

In this episode of the Professional CISO Podcast, host David Malicoat dives into an engaging conversation with top cybersecurity attorney Shawn Tuma. They discuss Tuma's extensive career in cybersecurity law, the evolving role of the CISO, and the importance of professionalizing this crucial position. Tuma also introduces his forthcoming book focused on enhancing the relationship between general counsels and CISOs. The episode highlights the critical nature of cyber risk management, the need for strategic and business acumen in CISOs, and offers practical advice for CISOs to develop their careers. Additionally, Malicoat provides updates on upcoming events and future podcast episodes.

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00:00 Introduction to the Professional CISO Podcast
00:30 Introducing the Innovation Series
01:22 Deep Dive: Armis Centrix with Michael Freeman
02:24 Understanding the Problem Space
03:32 Prioritizing and Securing Assets
07:45 Implementation and Initial Setup
11:48 Future-Proofing with AI and Acquisitions
17:55 People, Process, and Technology
30:05 Final Thoughts and Wrap-Up

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David Malicoat LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-malicoat-cissp/

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THPC LInkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-professional-ciso-podcast