Scytale

In this episode of Comply or Die, Robyn Ferreira and Ronan Grobler, Senior GRC Managers at Scytale, dive into the critical link between PCI DSS and DMARC and why it matters now more than ever. With PCI DSS v4.0 now requiring DMARC, protecting your customers’ payment data and your email domains is no longer optional, especially if you're in financial services or handling cardholder data. Falling be...

In Part 2 of Kyle’s chat with Nick and Steve, they dive into how compliance has shifted over the years with cloud technologies and AI coming into play.  Similar to the early days of the internet - exciting, new, and unregulated - until things started to go wrong, and suddenly there was a need for rules to catch up with the fast pace of change.  From the challenges of businesses migrating data to t...

We know the story all too well - sales tells you that your next customer won’t sign unless you have compliance in place, like yesterday. Your team’s under pressure to meet urgent customer requirements, but you have no clue where to start. In this episode, Kyle, Steve, and Nick break down what to expect when your compliance journey is driven by sales pressure. They’ll walk you through how to set yo...

SOC 2 compliance doesn’t exactly scream “fun,” but Charissa Kim, a Security Technical Program Manager at Semgrep and founder of Cyber Youth Tech, brings a refreshing perspective on making it engaging, relatable, and dare we say… fun ? From giving out SOC 2 socks to creating TikTok-style security training videos, she’s redefining how startups approach security. Shaped by interviews with over 50 eng...

In this episode of Comply or Die, Kyle sits down with Tracy Boyes, Scytale’s DPO and Data Protection & Privacy Attorney, to break down what DORA is and why it’s such a big deal right now. If you’re in the financial sector, or a critical ICT service provider and a bank relies on your tool as a SaaS company, this episode is packed with insights for you. Tracy’s advice is practical, clear, and pe...

In this episode of Comply or Die, DevOps and compliance expert Yosef ‘Joe’ Harrow dives into where DevOps meets compliance. From his journey as a Linux enthusiast to becoming a DevSecOps engineer overseeing SOC 2 and PCI-DSS certifications, Joe brings a unique perspective on how DevOps practices intersect with and even enhance compliance efforts.  Joe shares how DevOps practices naturally reinforc...

"Don’t use a chainsaw if you can’t swing an ax." That’s how Michael Greenberg, CEO & Founder of Third Brain Automation, sums up the challenges businesses face when trying to scale with AI. From paperwork-heavy processes to fully automated processes, Michael breaks down the five stages that set the foundation for successful AI deployment. Most businesses struggle to reach the level where AI can...

In this episode, Kyle Morris sits down with Greg, a biochemist-academic turned Account Executive at Scytale, to dive into his unique path into sales and all things data security compliance.  They explore the nuances of the compliance sales process, the common challenges Greg’s prospects face in compliance, and the regional differences in compliance frameworks. Greg shares his insights into educati...

In this episode of Comply or Die, Kyle Morris, Senior Compliance Success Manager at Scytale, sits down with Kabir Mathur, CEO and Founder of Leen, to discuss the topic of API security.  Kabir shares startup Leen’s journey and the importance of APIs in the cybersecurity space. Kabir talks about the need for security-first practices when building and using APIs, and highlights the value of a unified...

Join Kyle Morris, Senior Compliance Success Manager at Scytale, as he gives a breakdown of the dramatic events surrounding CrowdStrike's recent security crisis.  In this episode, Kyle breaks down the intricate details of what went wrong, why it happened, and what it means for the broader world of data security. Takeaways: ✅The key factors that led to the CrowdStrike incident ✅Insights into h...

Alon Zlatkin, CEO and co-founder of DOTS, discusses the journey of building a startup and the importance of trust and credibility in the industry. DOTS aims to revolutionize remote work expertise in asset management, logistics, and procurement. Alon shares his experience as a serial entrepreneur and the challenges of running a company while being a CEO and co-founder. He also highlights the signif...

In this episode, Kyle interviews Nik and Beni, penetration testers, about the world of penetration testing. They discuss their backgrounds, the role of psychology in pen testing, and the use of AI in the field. They also explain the typical day of a pen tester and the methodology they follow during a pen test. Managing a pen testing team requires attention to detail and understanding the unique pe...

Join Kyle and Tracy as they dive deep into GPDR head first. This episode explores Tracy's journey into data privacy, the challenges of GDPR compliance, technological advances and their impact on data privacy, and intriguing insights into jurisdictions facing emerging privacy laws.  Tracy provides insights into GDPR being principle-based legislation, its flexibility, and addresses the extraterr...

In this episode of Comply or Die, host Kyle Morris interviews guest Raymond Cheng, a seasoned professional with over 10 years of experience in cybersecurity and compliance. Raymond shares insights from his extensive career, working with Big Four accounting firms, global tech giants like Google and Salesforce, and his current venture, Decrypt Compliance. The conversation covers the evolution of sec...

Host Kyle Morris and guest Tali Simhayev discuss the compliance and audit world, debunking misconceptions, the impact of technology, and the importance of personal relationships in the auditing process. Tali shares her insights as an IT consultant and auditor, emphasizing the collaborative nature of the audit process and the positive impact of technology on efficiency. Key takeaways: ✅ The audit...

In this episode, we have a special guest, Baruch Oxman, the CTO and co-founder of Honeydew. Baruch has over 20 years of experience in engineering and architecture leadership, particularly with startup companies, and has played a key role in the success of ventures like Beehive Networks and Implicit. Honeydew, Baruch's current passion project in 2022, addresses the challenge of maintaining cons...

The spotlight is on Moshe Ferber, a compliance and security expert, as he shares his wealth of knowledge with host Kyle Morris. The conversation takes a deep dive into the intricacies of cloud security, with Moshe offering practical guidance on implementing cloud strategies tailored to specific service models—be it Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS), Platform as a Service (PaaS), or Software as a...

An industry leader with over 25 years of experience in the technology industry, starting his career in Bangalore, India, soon moving to the UK for a couple of years, before moving on to California, US, where we have resided for the past 20 years, he’s worked in 3 continents helping full-proof Fortune 100 companies and get them safe and secure. From legacy systems to full-fledged automation systems...

He’s a real life superhero that connects to a machine on the other side of the world to do the right thing and help businesses fight off threats, exploits, and hackers trying to do the wrong thing and cause disruptions in all types of businesses.  With a background in hacking, he initially started out being a real life superhero after he got hacked playing an Xbox game by Lizard Squad, after joini...

From reading a book about cloud security after his deployment at a naval base in Naples to becoming the Senior Vice President and CISO for Oracle SaaS Cloud Security, our guest today, David Cross, unpacks traveling technology and how to best tackle compliance in 2023.  He’s traveled 69 countries and intends to travel to many more; he relates it to compliance, understanding the world, and it’s diff...

Yudit is breaking ground and flying the flag for women in compliance, from entering the field not knowing she would enjoy it so much, she explains how compliance is challenging and ever-changing, but it is super fun once you understand it. It is just a bunch of big words where people claim that it is stressful or boring.  During the podcast, you’ll understand how she’s breaking ground and helping...

He’s not only an expert in the field of compliance, he’s a customer of ours too. Alexander Tilkin, brings a wealth of experience, from being a lecturer in computer science to being the CTO of Complyt, he’s a specialist in the field of security of compliance, with a background in the domains of computer and network security, VR, telecommunications, and signal processing for the past eight years. Al...

Alon brings a very unique perspective and some deep insights into the field of compliance and cybersecurity that I think are going to really captivate and provide some very interesting answers and thought-provoking, content for everyone listening and joining us today. Alon is also a very accomplished speaker, having presented for ABC News, DEF CON, the DOE, Cyber Conference, as well as Secure CISO...

From the office of inspector general in the army to the US government combing through every part of the manufacturing process, Roland Cloutier has faced the toughest of them all, when it comes to ensuring compliance. In this episode, Roland takes us on a journey through his extraordinary career, from his days in law enforcement to his current role as a trailblazer in the compliance realm.  Roland...

Patrick shares his valuable insights on the evolving landscape of compliance, shedding light on the challenges organizations face in staying compliant with ever-changing regulations. From data privacy to cybersecurity, he navigates through the complex web of compliance requirements, offering practical strategies and tips for maintaining a strong compliance program. Through engaging anecdotes and r...