And Security For All

In this episode of And Security For All, host Kim Hakim is joined by Jessica Couto, VP of Channels & Alliances at Harmonic Security, for an in-depth conversation on Securing Intelligence: AI’s Impact on Cyber Risk. Together, they explore how generative AI has rapidly shifted from a productivity tool to a new source of organizational risk—and why blocking AI outright is no longer a viable strat...

In this follow-up episode, guest host Jonathan Kimmitt sits down again with Matthew Maynard, Security Operations Specialist at BJC HealthCare and Dark Web Researcher, to take an even deeper dive into the inner workings of ransomware crews and the people behind them. Matthew takes listeners deeper into the “lion’s den,” revealing what he has learned from directly engaging with threat actors on the...

In this eye-opening episode of And Security For All, host Kim Hakim sits down with Matthew Maynard, Information Security Operations Specialist at BJC HealthCare and dark web researcher who has spent the last year doing the unthinkable—infiltrating active ransomware groups from the inside. Matthew shares how he entered closed cybercriminal communities, built trust, gathered intelligence, and passed...

In this episode of And Security For All, guest host Steve Winterfeld, Advisory CISO at Akamai Technologies, teams up with Tricia Howard, Security Evangelist and “Scrybe of Cybersecurity Magicks,” to unpack Akamai’s State of the Internet: Fraud & Abuse Report 2025. They explore how AI-driven bots are reshaping the landscape of digital fraud—surging over 300% in the past year—and what that means...

In this episode of And Security For All , host Kim Hakim sits down with cybersecurity expert Ken Foster to explore how artificial intelligence is reshaping the modern workforce — and what that means for security professionals, organizations, and the future of work. From layoffs and talent shortages to the rise of agentic AI, Kim and Ken break down how automation, machine learning, and new attack s...

When Amazon Web Services (AWS) experienced a major outage, it wasn’t just a brief inconvenience—it exposed how dependent our digital world has become on a handful of cloud providers. From e-commerce and banking to communication tools, gaming platforms, and smart homes, the disruption highlighted the fragility of modern infrastructure and the need for true resilience. In this episode of Security fo...

In this episode of And Security For All, host Kim Hakim is joined by Eva Benn, Principal Security Program Manager, MSRC at Microsoft, keynote speaker, and one of the world’s Top 20 Women in Cybersecurity. Together, they dive deep into the realities of burnout in high-pressure industries — and how balance, empathy, and authenticity in leadership can change everything. Drawing from her own experienc...

Cybersecurity Month is here, and we're kicking it off with a thought-provoking conversation that dives deep into why awareness remains one of the most powerful tools in our security arsenal . In this episode of And Security For All , host Kim Hakim is joined by Jonathan Kimmit , CISO at Alias Cybersecurity and former CISO at the University of Tulsa. Together, they explore the evolving role of cybe...

On this episode of And Security For All, guest host Omar Bedran from FutureCon CyberSecurity Events is chatting with Zluri Co-Founder & COO Sethu Meenakshisundaram about the future of identity in hashtag#Cybersecurity . From AI-driven access management to real-time risk insights, they explore how organizations can stay secure and compliant without slowing down. Don't miss this fast-paced conversat...

On this episode of And Security For All, guest host Jonathan Kimmitt has Gordon Rudd on the show to cover how the CISO role has leadership at its core. The discussion will surround how CISOs can cultivate a leadership mindset to inspire teams, manage risks, and deliver strategic value.

On this episode of And Security For All, Steve Winterfeld and Sean Flynn will share research from Akamai’s Defenders' Guide 2025. We are seeing a vast increase in cyberattacks with old threats resurfacing alongside new sophisticated tactics. Tune in to understand the ever-changing threatscape and get insights on practical solutions based on real-life examples we are seeing in the wild.     Steve W...

On this episode of And Security For All, Steve Winterfeld and Sean Flynn will share research from Akamai’s Defenders' Guide 2025. We are seeing a vast increase in cyberattacks with old threats resurfacing alongside new sophisticated tactics. Tune in to understand the ever-changing threatscape and get insights on practical solutions based on real-life examples we are seeing in the wild.     Steve W...

As we close out 2024, the cybersecurity landscape looms larger than ever. What cyber storms are brewing for 2025? Three cyber leaders from Akamai Technologies give us their predictions and what might happen—and counsel on what we can do about it. We’ll focus on the resurgence of DNS-based attacks, the evolution of DDoS tactics, emerging threats in the quantum and AI domains—and more. Today's Speci...

On this episode of And Security For All, host Kim Hakim has Richard Bird on the show to discuss navigating a Cybersecurity career beyond just the technology changes. Richard recently joined Singulr AI as their CISO, and has an extensive background as a six-time C-level executive in the corporate and start-up worlds. During our chat, Richard will be discussing his atypical trajectory career path an...

On this episode of And Security For All, host Kim Hakim has Richard Bird on the show to discuss navigating a Cybersecurity career beyond just the technology changes. Richard recently joined Singulr AI as their CISO, and has an extensive background as a six-time C-level executive in the corporate and start-up worlds. During our chat, Richard will be discussing his atypical trajectory career path an...

On this episode of And Security For All, host Kim Hakim has Tera Ladner, Deputy Global CISO at Aflac, on the show to discuss how we can build stronger security through awareness and enagement. During their chat they will cover how programs in place are designed to engage users and build a safer community. Programs like CyberInspire focus on school age children and the senior community to target ed...

On this episode of And Security For All, host Kim Hakim has Tera Ladner, Deputy Global CISO at Aflac, on the show to discuss how we can build stronger security through awareness and enagement. During their chat they will cover how programs in place are designed to engage users and build a safer community. Programs like CyberInspire focus on school age children and the senior community to target ed...

On this episode of And Security For All, host  Kim Hakim  has  Tony Anscombe , Chief Security Evangelist at ESET, on the show to discuss AI.  AI has transformed cybersecurity, from early detection systems to today’s generative models like DeepSeek. While it strengthens defenses, it also has limitations and is being weaponized by cybercriminals. Beyond security, AI is reshaping industries, from aut...

On this episode of And Security For All, guest host Jonathan Kimmitt has current Oklahoma CISO champion Chad Kliewer on to give you the champions insight into what a CISO really does. Describing what a CISO does can be difficult at best.  The CISO showdown was a simple concept that turned into an industry phenomenon and became a mainstay at conferences in Oklahoma. Tune in to find out why Chad is...

On this episode of And Security For All, host Kim Hakim has Tony Anscombe , Chief Security Evangelist at ESET, on the show to discuss AI.  AI has transformed cybersecurity, from early detection systems to today’s generative models like DeepSeek. While it strengthens defenses, it also has limitations and is being weaponized by cybercriminals. Beyond security, AI is reshaping industries, from autono...

On this episode of And Security For All, guest host Jonathan Kimmitt has current Oklahoma CISO champion Chad Kliewer on to give you the champions insight into what a CISO really does. Describing what a CISO does can be difficult at best.  The CISO showdown was a simple concept that turned into an industry phenomenon and became a mainstay at conferences in Oklahoma. Tune in to find out why Chad is...

As we close out 2024, the cybersecurity landscape looms larger than ever. What cyber storms are brewing for 2025? Three cyber leaders from Akamai Technologies give us their predictions and what might happen—and counsel on what we can do about it. We’ll focus on the resurgence of DNS-based attacks, the evolution of DDoS tactics, emerging threats in the quantum and AI domains—and more. Today's Speci...

On this episode of And Security For All, host Kim Hakim brings Connie Matthews on the show to discuss cyber resiliency. During their conversation they will cover building resilient teams, positive leadership, staying proactive, and learning from past mistakes.

On this episode of And Security For All, host Kim Hakim has Mark Sangster, VP and Chief of Strategy at Adlumin, on the show to discuss Cyber-Consciousness. During their discussion they will be covering how to align internal awareness with external risks to make thoughtful, context-driven business decisions.   Mark Sangster is the author of No Safe Harbor: The Inside Truth About Cybercrime and How...

On this episode of And Security For All, guest host Jonathan Kimmitt has Gordon Rudd on the show to cover how the CISO role has leadership at its core. The discussion will surround how CISOs can cultivate a leadership mindset to inspire teams, manage risks, and deliver strategic value.   Gordon Rudd: Career Designer for CISOs, CIOs, & CTOs. Coaching technical people is my greatest passion. I found...