Cyber Security America

Episode 54: AI Agents, Identity Security, and the Future of Authentication with Geoffrey Mattson In this episode of Cyber Security America, host Joshua Nicholson sits down with Geoffrey Mattson, CEO of SecureAuth, to discuss how artificial intelligence is reshaping identity security, authentication, and access control. As organizations rapidly adopt AI agents, copilots, and autonomous workflows, t...

  🎙️ Episode 53: The Hidden Cost of Ad Fraud (And How It Impacts Your Business) In this episode of the Cyber Security America Podcast , we expose one of the internet's most overlooked—and costly—threats: ad fraud . Host Josh Nicholson sits down with Rich Kahn , CEO and co-founder of Anura, to break down how bots, click farms, and fraudulent traffic are quietly manipulating digital advertising—and...

Discover how a Nepali American founder turned a personal frustration with security questionnaires into a rapidly growing AI-driven platform revolutionizing enterprise compliance. Pukar Hamal, CEO of Security Pal, reveals the untold story behind building one of the fastest-growing cybersecurity tools trusted by OpenAI, Figma, and Snapchat — and how Kathmandu's overlooked talent pool is shaping the...

In this episode of the Cyber Security America Podcast, host Joshua R Nicholson sits down with Chris Freedman, CEO of Ondefend, and Ron Frechette, CEO of CyberSurv, for a deep dive into cybersecurity entrepreneurship. Both guests share their journeys building companies in the cybersecurity space—from early startup challenges to scaling services, building strong company cultures, and navigating the...

Episode 50 — Cybersecurity Leadership Secrets with MK Palmore In this milestone episode of Cyber Security America , Joshua Nicholson sits down with Malcolm "MK" Palmore — former FBI cybersecurity executive, Naval Academy graduate, U.S. Marine, and former Director of Security at Google Cloud — for a powerful conversation on leadership, risk, and the future of cybersecurity. MK shares lessons from l...

In episode 49 of  Cyber Security America, we explore how Artificial Intelligence is reshaping cybersecurity, Managed Detection and Response (MDR), and modern security operations. As cyber threats grow more advanced, organizations must evolve from reactive defense to proactive, intelligence-driven protection.   📱 Follow Cyber Security America on Youtube for short clips and updates Featuring Woo An...

🎙 Episode 48: AI and Cybersecurity — How Dune Security Is Reinventing User Risk Management In this episode of Cyber Security America , we explore how artificial intelligence is transforming cybersecurity—and why traditional security awareness training is no longer enough. I'm joined by David DellaPelle, cybersecurity leader and founder of Dune Security, to break down how AI-driven attacks like phi...

In episode 47 of  Cybersecurity America , host Joshua Nicholson is joined by Richa Kaul , CEO and Founder of Complyance , to explore how agentic AI and intelligent automation are reshaping enterprise Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) . Richa breaks down why traditional, spreadsheet-driven GRC programs are failing at scale—and how organizations are moving toward real-time risk monitoring, auto...

Episode 46: Building the Future with Agentic AI — Deep Dive with Ben Wilcox In this episode of Cybersecurity America , technologist and Proarch leader Ben Wilcox breaks down the biggest insights from Microsoft Ignite , including breakthroughs in agentic AI , emerging security trends, and what organizations must prepare for as AI-driven systems rapidly evolve. Ben reveals: • What's really happening...

In episode 45, we sit down with Jasson Casey, CEO and Co-Founder of Beyond Identity, to explore how identity has become the new perimeter in cybersecurity. With over two decades of experience across security, networking, and software-defined infrastructure, Jasson unpacks why traditional defenses are failing and how the next generation of identity security is reshaping cyber resilience. We dive de...

In episode 44 of  Cyber Security America , host Joshua Nicholson sits down with Matthew Waddell, a battle-tested cybersecurity leader with over 25 years of experience in digital forensics, incident response, and ransomware defense. From conducting "just-in-time forensics" under combat conditions in Iraq and Afghanistan to leading global ransomware investigations for Fortune 100 companies, Waddell...

🎙 Inside the World of Cybersecurity with Steve Stasiukonis Tune in to the latest episode of Cyber Security America as we explore real-world solutions for defending against today's ever-evolving cyber threats. Our guest, Steve Stasiukonis, President of Secure Network Technologies, brings over 29 years of experience in penetration testing, information security, and incident response. In this episode...

In our latest  Cybersecurity America episode (42), I had the privilege of speaking with  Jim Goepel , a true leader in cybersecurity and compliance — and someone who has helped shape the very ecosystem he now advises. Jim is the CEO of Fathom Cyber , a consulting firm in North Wales, PA specializing in: 🔹 CMMC assessment preparation 🔹 CUI education and compliance strategy 🔹 Expert witness servi...

In this episode of the Cybersecurity America Podcast, sponsored by DarkStack7 , host Joshua Nicholson sits down with Nia Luckey — Army veteran, published author, and cybersecurity leader — to talk about her powerful journey from military service to the frontlines of cyber defense. Nia shares lessons on resilience, leadership, and transitioning from military to civilian life, while also unpacking t...

In this episode, sponsored by Darkstack7, Joshua sits down with Chris Cronin, partner at Halock Security Labs and founding partner of Reasonable Risk, to explore the intersection of cybersecurity, risk management, and the legal principles behind "reasonable" safeguards. Chris unpacks the DoCRA Standard and CIS RAM, sharing how historical and legal frameworks can guide today's cybersecurity strateg...

In episode 39, host Josh Nicholson is joined by memory forensics expert Andrew Case , co-developer of the Volatility framework and co-author of The Art of Memory Forensics . Together, they explore the critical role of memory analysis in modern incident response—uncovering hidden malware, insider threats, and ransomware techniques invisible to traditional disk forensics or EDR tools. Andrew breaks...

Cyber threats aren't slowing down—and neither are we. In episode 38 of Cyber Security America, I sit down with two powerhouses from Surefire Cyber—Karla Reffold and Billy Cordio—to pull back the curtain on what's really happening in today's incident response and threat intelligence landscape.  💡 What we cover: 📈 Real-world ransomware trends (like longer dwell times and SSH backdoors) 📨 Surging...

In this powerful episode, we sit down with Kyle DuPont , CEO and Co-Founder of Ohalo , the trailblazing company reshaping the way organizations understand and manage unstructured data . With deep experience in both finance and technology , including a background at Morgan Stanley , Kyle shares the origin story of Ohalo and how their flagship product, Data X-ray , is revolutionizing data governance...

In episode 36, Josh welcomes renowned intelligence systems expert Stephen Arnold to shine a light on one of the most underestimated threats in cybersecurity today— Telegram . Known to most as a simple messaging app, Telegram is quietly operating as a "super app" for cyber crime . From crypto laundering and hamster games masking gambling platforms , to automated money laundering , dark web-style ma...

Join host Joshua Nicholson , a seasoned cybersecurity veteran with over 24 years of frontline experience, as he dives deep into the high-stakes world of incident response and takes you on an exclusive dark web tour . In this power-packed episode, Joshua shares real-world lessons learned from handling hundreds of cyber incidents , breaking down the best practices, critical backup strategies, and co...

🎙 Episode 34 - Job Hunting: Top 10 Tips to Land the Next One Looking for your next big career move? In this episode of Cyber Security America , we break down the Top 10 Tips to help you navigate the job market and secure your next role with confidence. Whether you're a seasoned cybersecurity professional or just starting out, we'll cover essential strategies—from optimizing your resume and acing i...

Top 10 GRC Program Tips – Build vs. Buy with an Amazon Leader! We're back with another powerful episode featuring one of the top minds at Amazon. In this episode, we dive deep into Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) and explore the Top 10 Tips for GRC Program Success. Should you build your own security governance tools or buy them off the shelf? Our guest shares expert insights on making the r...

Welcome to Episode 32 of our podcast, where we explore the evolving landscape of cybersecurity in the Middle East. In this installment, we delve into the complexities of implementing Zero Trust in the region, focusing on the challenges and opportunities foreign companies face while adopting this vital framework. Zero Trust is more than a buzzword—it's a multi-faceted journey that requires a deep d...

Episode 31, Welcome to season two of the Cyber Security America podcast.  In this episode, we explore the evolving landscape of cloud security, focusing on critical considerations for organizations migrating to Office 365 and Azure AD. Stay tuned as we unravel essential strategies and insights to bolster your security posture in the cloud.   In traditional on-prem environments, users authenticate...

Join us for an illuminating journey into the world of cybersecurity and governance as we sit down with former Governor Pat McCrory, the 74th Governor of North Carolina. In this captivating episode, Governor McCrory offers his invaluable leadership insights on the pressing issue of cybersecurity, particularly within the context of state and local government. #informationsecurity #government #govern...