Alchemy CyberDefence Off the Cuff Fireside Chats

In this episode, Ian Keller sits down with  Kevin Wilson , GM of Technology at  Stefanutti Stocks  and  CIO Finalist of the Year , to explore one of the most complex and hybrid industries— construction . Unlike traditional corporate environments, construction operates with  80% subcontracted workforces ,  150+ sites , and  multi-country regulatory compliance , making cybersecurity and visibility a...

In this episode of the Off the Cuff Fireside Chat, Alchemy CyberDefence hosts Thivanka Rangala, a CFO advisory expert, to discuss the intersection of cybersecurity, cloud investment, and business impact. The conversation delves into how cybersecurity investments protect the bottom line, the importance of visibility in risk management, and the evolving expectations of investors regarding data prote...

In this conversation, Aric Perminter, CEO of Lynx Technology Partners, discusses the evolving role of the Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) in today's business landscape. He emphasizes the need for CISOs to align cybersecurity strategies with business objectives, adopt a risk-based approach, and communicate effectively with the board and other stakeholders. The discussion also touches on t...

In this conversation, Professor Vijay Varadharajan discusses his journey into the field of cyber information security and the importance of collaboration between industry and academia. He emphasizes the need for academics to understand real-world problems and work with industry to solve them. He also highlights the importance of curiosity and the ability to apply knowledge in practical settings. T...

In this episode, Ian Keller sits down with Lou Ahmed, co-chair of Women in Cybersecurity and Privacy, to discuss the importance of increasing women's participation in the cybersecurity industry. They explore the challenges women face, such as cultural barriers and limited early access to technology, and emphasize the need for education to break gender stereotypes and encourage more girls to pu...

Summary In this Off the Cuff Fireside Chat, Ian Keller and Christo Esterhuizen discuss the CrowdStrike incident and the lessons learned from it. They emphasize that no organization is immune to such incidents, regardless of their size. They highlight the importance of effective communication and quick problem resolution in such situations. The conversation also touches on the need for robust testi...

The Alchemy CyberDefence executive team discusses their passion for the company and their commitment to making a difference. They emphasize the importance of maturity, ethics, and teamwork in their hiring process. They also express their desire to increase diversity in the cybersecurity industry, particularly by encouraging more women to join. The team plans to implement an internship program to p...

In this conversation, Ian Keller interviews Indi, the CEO of Alchemy CyberDefence, to discuss the creation and ethos of the company. Indi explains that Alchemy CyberDefence was founded with the goal of offering something different in the cybersecurity space, focusing on attack surface reduction and enabling customers and partners to do a better job. The company aims to bring savings to organizatio...