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In this bonus episode, KB sits down with Sunny Rao, SVP, Asia Pacific at JFrog, Craig Wilson, Principal Cloud Platform Engineer at Iress, and Tal Zarfati, Architect Lead at JFrog Security. Together they discuss how to strengthen software supply chain security, modernising infrastructure through cloud migration to overcome legacy constraints, and the CISA-MITRE CVE funding scare. Sunny Rao, SVP, As...

In this episode, we sit down with Paul O’Rourke, Chief Risk Officer at TabCorp, as he explores the evolving function of the Chief Risk Officer (CRO) and what it means for organizations today. Paul highlights the growing necessity for CROs to possess deep technology and cyber risk skills, emphasizing that these competencies are rapidly becoming non-negotiable in tech-reliant industries. He reflects...

In this episode, we sit down with Chuck Herrin, Field CISO and Customer Advocate at F5, as he unpacks the evolving threat landscape around APIs and AI in today’s organizations. Chuck explores how APIs have transformed from simple plumbing into the primary attack surface, often outpacing defenders due to historic silos between security and development teams. He highlights the acceleration of vulner...

In this episode, we sit down with Norbert Kiss, Senior Vice President, Asia Pacific, from Delinea, as he unpacks the critical role of securing machine identities within a modern cybersecurity strategy. Norbert explores the immense growth of non-human identities—such as bots, AI agents, and APIs—that now vastly outnumber human identities, and the major risks this brings for organizations. He unders...

Martin Creighan (“Martin”) is Vice President, Asia Pacific at Commvault. He is responsible for organisational leadership, change management, business development and human resources for Commvault’s dynamic team in APAC.    Martin is a highly experienced professional with a stellar record of achievement in senior leadership roles across the Australian technology sector. Having begun his professiona...

In this episode, we sit down with Matt Watts, Global Data Expert, as he explores the journey from storage to intelligent data infrastructure. Matt walks us through the four major technology waves that have shaped the industry: modular technologies, virtualization, cloud computing, and the dawn of intelligent data infrastructure driven by AI. He shares insights from his book, reflecting on how each...

In this episode, we sit down with Imran Husain, Chief Information Security Officer at MillerKnoll, as he discusses the evolving landscape of cybersecurity threats in the manufacturing sector. Imran explores the challenges that arise as manufacturing increasingly integrates with online technologies and IoT, highlighting the unique vulnerabilities posed by legacy systems and operational technology (...

In this episode, we sit down with Rose Alvarado, Regional Sales Manager, and Jenna Eagle, Solutions Engineer Lead, from Cribl as they unpack the evolving role of the security data pipeline and the future of the SOC. Rose and Jenna discuss the increasing demand for flexibility and control over data management, highlighting how organizations are moving away from vendor lock-in to gain better cost ef...

In this episode, we sit down with Agnidipta Sarkar, Chief Evangelist at ColorTokens, as he explores why organizations should have invested in cyber defense yesterday. Agnidipta highlights the increasing pace and impact of cyberattacks despite rising cybersecurity spending, emphasizing that the real challenge is a matter of mindset rather than budget. He discusses the evolving role of boards and le...

In this episode, we sit down with Ivano Bongiovanni, General Manager at AUSCERT, as he unpacks the evolving landscape of the cybersecurity profession. Ivano discusses the shift towards developing complementary skills beyond technical expertise, emphasizing the value of communication, stakeholder management, and project leadership alongside core technical abilities. He explores the concept of T-sha...

In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Keith Dorsey, founder and executive advisor at Boardroom Journey, as he discusses charting an intentional path toward corporate board service. Keith explores how board recruitment has evolved from a “club” of familiar faces to a more skills and strategy-based process, emphasizing the importance of self-reflection, understanding one’s unique value, and being in...

In this episode, we sit down with Sam Mackenzie, cybersecurity committee member from the Australian Computer Society (ACS), as he explores the converging worlds of cyber and physical security and what it means for securing society into the future. Sam highlights the growing risks faced by critical infrastructure, emphasizing the importance of cross-functional collaboration between IT, operational...

In this episode, we sit down with Helmut Dansachmueller, VP RFID Products Identification Technologies at HID, as he explores the growing need for passwordless authentication in safeguarding Australia’s healthcare industry. Helmut highlights the global nature of security threats, emphasizing that seamless, user-accepted MFA and FIDO-based systems are critical for protecting patient data without imp...

In this episode, we sit down with Samuel Tseitkin, Founder of ExiQuantum, as he explores the profound impact of the quantum era on cybersecurity. Samuel explains the basics of quantum computing, highlighting how quantum bits (qubits) differ from classical bits, and delves into the unique opportunities and challenges quantum technology presents. The discussion covers quantum’s unparalleled ability...

In this bonus episode, we sit down with Juan Loaiza, Executive Vice President, Mission-Critical Database Technologies, and Chris Chelliah, Senior Vice President, Technology and Customer Strategy JAPAC. Together they discuss the how enterprises are leveraging AI and cloud infrastructure, and updates on the Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) strategy in the JAPAC region. Juan Loaiza, Executive Vice P...

In this episode, we sit down with Simon Hodgkinson, Strategic Advisor at Semperis, as he shares his insights on the persistent and evolving tactics of state sponsored cyber actors targeting Australian organizations. Simon explores motivations behind these attacks, emphasizing that their primary drivers are often espionage and the prepositioning of access in critical infrastructure rather than fina...

In this episode, we sit down with Reuben Koh, Director of Security Strategy APJ at Akamai, as he explores the rapidly evolving landscape of cyber threats and strategies for defense. Reuben sheds light on the significant rise in sophisticated ransomware attacks, the increased targeting of industries like healthcare and finance, and the shifting tactics of threat actors, including data theft and ext...

In this episode, we sit down with Chris Peake, Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) and Senior Vice President of Security at Smartsheet, as he explores what lies ahead for cybersecurity in Australia and its impact on businesses in 2025. Chris discusses the evolving role of AI—both as a tool for cyber adversaries and as an advantage for defenders—and highlights how AI-driven attacks are likely...

In this episode, we sit down with David Wiseman, Vice President of Secure Communications at BlackBerry, as he discusses the growing challenges around digital sovereignty and trust in consumer messaging apps. David explores the limitations and risks of using platforms like Signal, WhatsApp, and Telegram for sensitive or official communications, highlighting issues such as identity spoofing, loss of...

In this episode, we sit down with Anand Pashupathy, Vice President and General Manager of Product Assurance and Security at Intel, as he discusses the current state of enterprise security, emphasizing growing concerns around data exfiltration, IP leakage, and the increasing sophistication of cyber attacks fueled by AI. He provides insight into how technologies such as Intel SGX and TDX are setting...

In this episode, we sit down with Doris Spielthenner, Managing Director and Regional Manager APAC from SMA Australia, as she discusses the intersection of cybersecurity and Australia’s push towards net zero energy. Doris emphasizes the need for harmonization of cybersecurity standards across Australia and explores how decentralized renewable energy networks require robust cybersecurity measures to...

In this episode, we sit down with Ginny Badanes, General Manager of Democracy Forward at Microsoft, as she discusses the multifaceted threats posed by nation-state actors around elections, particularly the use of AI in influence operations. Ginny highlights the critical need for society to adopt a healthy skepticism toward information, scrutinizing the trustworthiness of sources and the potential...

In this bonus episode, we sit down with Mick Dunne, Chief Security Advisor at Microsoft, Ben Lamont, Chief Data Officer & Helen Schneider Commander, ACCCE and Human Exploitation for the Australian Federal Police and Leigh Williams, Chief Information Officer, Information and Technology Executive at Brisbane Catholic Education. Together they discuss the function of the Customer Security Officer...

In this bonus episode, we sit down with Bret Arsenault, Corporate Vice President and Chief Cybersecurity Advisor at Microsoft, Janice Le, GM of Microsoft Security, Compliance, Identity & Privacy, and Chris Lloyd-Jones, Head of Architect & Strategy in the Office of the CTO from Avanade. Together they discuss Microsoft’s Secure Future Initiative (SFI), securing AI, and the culture and change...

In this episode, we sit down with Tom Gillis, SVP and General Manager of the Security, Data Center, Internet and Cloud Infrastructure Group at Cisco, as he explores the future of cybersecurity and networking. Tom discusses the transformative impact of AI on the industry, highlighting the unprecedented level of innovation it brings alongside the potential challenges, such as cybercriminals leveragi...