Breaches & Brews

The word vCISO gets slapped on almost everything, which makes it hard to tell a strategic security leader from someone who will just run tools. In this episode, Randy Lindberg (CEO of Rivial Security) and John Moeller (co-founder of CyberAssurance) walk through how to choose the right virtual CISO for a credit union, community bank, or other regulated institution. They cover the signals that say y...

78% of organizations now use AI in at least one business function, but most haven't gone beyond putting a basic AI policy in place. In this workshop, Rivial Data Security founder Randy Lindberg and senior consultant Molly Ford walk through a practical approach to AI governance using the NIST AI Risk Management Framework. Topics include why AI risk belongs inside your existing cyber risk progr...

We sat down with two NCUA Regional Information Security Officers to ask them point blank: what are you finding in exams, what do you want credit unions to fix, and what does "good" actually look like? Charles has been with the NCUA for 27 years. Murray left the agency, worked at a credit union, and came back. Between them, they've examined institutions from $50 million to $13 billio...

In this insightful panel discussion, host Taylor Wells is joined by cybersecurity and IT leaders Will Reed and Kevin, representing billion-dollar credit unions from across the country. Together, they explore the pressing challenges and opportunities facing the financial sector, from the realities of AI adoption and evolving threat landscapes to the practicalities of building security teams, commun...

In this insightful episode, Lucas Hathaway, CRO @ Rivial Security takes listeners through the essential steps of maturing a third-party risk management program, with a special focus on cybersecurity reviews and vendor due diligence. Discover why regulators like the NCUA and FDIC are zeroing in on third-party risks and learn proven strategies for onboarding, classifying, and assessing vendors. Luca...

Join Jonathan Taylor, Shirley Sandwith, and guest Keaton Tanzer, Sales Manager at Rivial Security, as they broadcast from the CU Intersect 2026 conference in vibrant New Orleans.  In this episode, we dive deep into the evolving world of data security and compliance for credit unions, from navigating regulatory scrutiny and examiner trends to adopting flexible frameworks for organizations of all si...

In this episode, hosts Taylor Wells and Lucas Hathaway, CRO @ Rivial Security are joined by Randy, founder and CEO of Rivial Security, to dive into the complexities of reporting cybersecurity to boards of directors—especially in banks and credit unions. The team discusses the importance of tailoring reports to non-technical board members, balancing regulatory and audit requirements with actionable...

In this insightful panel episode, host Keaton Tanzer & Lucas Hathaway at Rivial Security are joined by Darrin Moorer, Senior VP and Information Security Officer at NBKC Bank, and Mike Sloan, Associate VP and ISO at the University of Kentucky Federal Credit Union, for a practical, forward-looking discussion on information security and compliance in financial institutions. Together, they unpack...

Ensure your credit union is compliant & secure in 2024. Hear from a panel of NCUA auditors about infosec & cybersecurity best practices for your credit union. 

Tailored for security leaders, our on-demand webinar covers key topics that include: Top Priorities In Maintaining Compliance: Addressing compliance challenges in the ever-evolving cybersecurity landscape Evolving With AI: How industry leaders are leveraging AI to enhance their security measures. Adapting To New Risk Factors: How to adapt cybersecurity strategies to counter new risks. Best Practic...

Join our insightful webinar as we dive into the latest updates of NIST CSF 2.0. Gain a comprehensive understanding of its governance frameworks and discover key takeaways crucial for financial institutions.  Topics we’ll cover include: Cybersecurity Defense Matrix: Explore strategic cybersecurity defense approaches, encompassing both proactive measures (Left of Boom) and reactive responses (Right...

Mike Messick joins our latest episode to share his career experience as an ISP analysis for the state of Alaska and then move on to start his own company (Deep Forest Security) as an Incident Responder. Mike and his team of security professionals help organizations large and small to both prevent and resolve crippling cybersecurity events.

Elizabeth Osborne, COO of Great Lakes Credit Union joins #breachesandbrews to highlight how AI will bring her members value in 2024. An investment that will certainly pay off over the holidays when there tends to be a spike in call center traffic.

Kevin Dinino, crisis communication professional and founder of KCD PR joins #breachesandbrews to discuss how he would handle and mitigate a data breach given his years of experience. 

Jack Smith from PureIT Credit Unions joins our latest episode to talk about his Credit Union journey and where he thinks ideal investment areas are to improve the member experience.  

Becky Reed, Co-founder of PureIT Credit Union services joins our latest episode of #Breaches&Brews to explain how she continually brought success to her branch by aligning technology and member experiences together. 

(This is a recording from a live event from October 2023) To view the webinar recording, click here and passcode is:. 3#MrRQe - Your Board knows they need to invest in cybersecurity. But do they know the specific return on investment of your security program? Bank & credit union security leaders find themselves in a growing predicament where they must demonstrate the effectiveness of their sec...

(This is recording from a live event from August 2023)  As financial institutions continue to embrace digital transformation, it has become harder to safeguard sensitive data and financial assets from cyber threats. This panel brings together security leaders from leading banks & credit unions, offering valuable insights and strategies for fortifying your organizations against evolving cyber c...

(recording from a recent webinar hosted by Rivial Data Security)  Discover how to simplify your FedLine Assessment process in our upcoming webinar. Join us to learn practical strategies and time-saving tips for streamlining your annual assessment. We will provide insights on organizing documentation, navigating compliance requirements, and leveraging tools for a more efficient assessment. Key topi...

Keaton Tanzer talks to Brian Winchester, IT Auditor at Financial Center Credit Union.  This is a fantastic discussion, much about user training, molded by Brian's background of being born into an IT family and also his military training. Keaton and Brian throw out the idea of the role of the Human Resources department in User Training and what we need to do to create a human firewall. Get in...

Keaton Tanzer kicks off season 2 of Breaches & Brews with a dynamite guest, Julio Tirado, Director of Internal Audit at Spirit Bank. If you manage any aspect of security at a financial institution, you simply can't miss this episode. Keaton and Julio dish out the future of AI in security, specific resources to up-skill your security game, and exactly how to jujitsu cybersecurity.  There i...

Keaton Tanzer & Randy Lindberg welcome superstar Lisa Cochran, CIO at VyStar Credit Union and uncover her path from programmer to CIO.  They get to the bottom of the connection between Garth Brooks and Chris Gains and also explore how local institutions can partner with fintechs for a win-win scenario. Lisa also shares her experience of being a woman in the IT space and how we can all build co...

Keaton Tanzer welcomes Hunter Morren, VP / ISO, at The National Bank of Andrews to Breaches & Brews. Hunter shares how he's helping his bank compete with fintechs with technology and the personal touch. Keaton and Hunter also discuss how the oil business affects financial institutions in Texas, and don't miss our favorite part... Hunter's best advice for IT Audits!!! Get in Touc...

Keaton Tanzer welcomes AVP of IT at Signal Financial Federal Credit Union, Nico Stein.  Keaton and Nico discuss what it's like to manage a small IT shop at a credit union, the importance of mentoring, preventing IT burnout, and how to use Nerf guns to settle workplace disputes. Get in Touch: info@rivialsecurity.com Rivialsecurity.com

Keaton welcomes guest Bryan Buck, SVP & Chief Technology Officer at SouthStar Bank. This conversation is PACKED with amazing insights into running an IT and security team at a community bank. Find out how Bryan managed through covid and what the lasting effects and ramifications are. And don't miss our favorite part about how we can ALL work together, a collective defense, against cyberse...