Brilliance Security Magazine Podcast

In this episode of the Brilliance Security Magazine Podcast, host Steven Bowcut speaks with Abhay Kulkarni, Co-founder and CEO of WideField Security , about the rapidly changing identity security landscape. Abhay explains why identity has become the linchpin of modern cybersecurity, especially as enterprises rely more heavily on SaaS, cloud platforms, API connections, non-human identities, and AI...

In this episode of the Brilliance Security Magazine Podcast, host Steven Bowcut speaks with Phuong “Kenny” Nguyen, CTO at KhaiCode, about binary exploit intelligence and the growing need to verify what is actually inside the software organizations deploy. Kenny explains how KhaiCode analyzes binaries, firmware, containers, and embedded components to identify vulnerabilities and validate which ones...

In this episode of the Brilliance Security Magazine Podcast, Steven Bowcut speaks with Aviv Nahum, CEO and co-founder at Above Security, about how AI is changing cybersecurity, why insider threat remains so difficult to solve, and where human judgment still matters most. Aviv explains why the future of cyber defense depends less on static rules and more on reasoning, context, and getting the funda...

Steven Bowcut speaks with Satyam Patel, CISO and CIO at Iru, about simplifying modern security by bringing identity, endpoint management, compliance, and AI-driven context into a unified approach. Patel shares lessons from more than 25 years in cybersecurity leadership, explains what differentiates Iru, and offers practical advice for security leaders looking to reduce complexity and improve resil...

In this episode of the Brilliance Security Magazine Podcast, Steven Bowcut speaks with Dr. Catherine Knibbs, CEO of Children and Tech and pioneer of Cybertrauma Theory. They explore how children’s online experiences can create emotional, psychological, and developmental harm that often goes unseen, and why cybersecurity leaders, parents, educators, and policymakers need a broader understanding of...

Claremont McKenna College President Hiram E. Chodosh joins Steven Bowcut to unpack what cybersecurity leadership looks like in higher education—where openness, collaboration, and constant user turnover create a risk profile unlike most enterprises. They discuss how a college president defines cybersecurity at the governance level, how institutions balance academic freedom with necessary security c...

In today’s threat environment, attackers don’t just target systems. They target people —and artificial intelligence is accelerating that reality. Generative AI enables social engineering at a scale and level of personalization that many organizations are not prepared to meet. Especially with yesterday’s security awareness models. Today’s guest is Matt Lindley , the Chief Innovation & Informati...

Private credit is growing fast—and in many cases it still runs on “trust” across fragmented systems, creating openings for fraud, double-pledging, and costly verification gaps. In this episode, Steven Bowcut talks with Cole Snell , founder of Real Private Credit , about why lending is a trust-and-controls problem, how bad actors exploit UCC filing fragmentation, and how continuous monitoring, expl...

In this episode, Steven Bowcut talks with Linda Calvin, Dean of the School of Technology at Western Governors University , about how cybersecurity education must evolve to meet today’s rapidly shifting threat landscape. Linda shares insights on competency-based learning, integrating AI into cyber curricula, building hands-on experience through virtual labs and internships, and creating more inclus...

In this episode of the Brilliance Security Magazine Podcast , host Steven Bowcut talks with Dan Benveniste , Founder and CEO of SkillWaze , about how technology is transforming the way organizations identify, develop, and hire cybersecurity talent. Dan shares how SkillWaze’s AI-powered “Learn and Earn” platform connects employers with skilled, job-ready candidates through virtual apprenticeships a...

In this episode of the Brilliance Security Magazine Podcast , host Steven Bowcut speaks with Dr. Masoud Nafey , Founder of Ment , an AI-driven relationship intelligence platform built on a foundation of privacy and authenticity. Together, they explore how artificial intelligence can help professionals build and nurture meaningful relationships without compromising personal data. Dr. Nafey discusse...

The browser has quietly become the most critical—and most overlooked—attack surface in cybersecurity. In this episode of the Brilliance Security Magazine Podcast , host Steven Bowcut talks with John Carse , Field CISO at SquareX , about the company’s groundbreaking Browser Detection and Response (BDR) technology and why legacy tools like EDR and Secure Web Gateways can’t see today’s browser-native...

In this episode of the Brilliance Security Magazine Podcast, Andrew Warren, Vice President of Sales and Marketing at Exclusive Networks North America, joins us to discuss why security-focused distribution matters in today’s cyber landscape. Andrew shares insights from his nearly two decades in the channel, explores how distribution has evolved beyond logistics, and explains how Exclusive Networks...

In this episode of the Brilliance Security Magazine Podcast , host Steven Bowcut talks with Mark Stadtmueller, CTO at SUPERWISE , about the realities of AI governance in today’s enterprises. Mark explains why fear, confusion, and the use of “shadow AI” are fueling an AI governance crisis, and how organizations can move beyond experimentation to trusted, enterprise-grade adoption. The conversation...

In this episode of the Brilliance Security Magazine Podcast, host Steven Bowcut speaks with Julian Hamood, Founder and Chief Visionary Officer of TrustedTech . Julian shares his journey from simplifying Microsoft licensing to leading a full-service technology partner recognized as a Microsoft Managed Partner—an achievement reserved for less than 1% of providers worldwide. The conversation explores...

In this episode of the Brilliance Security Magazine Podcast , host Steven Bowcut talks with Tony Garcia, Chief Information and Security Officer at infineo , about what it takes to secure AI systems and safeguard intellectual property. Tony shares his perspective on the threats companies with their own AI may face, the unique challenges of securing blockchain-driven infrastructure, and why security...

In this episode, we talk with Abhay Bhargav, co-founder of SecurityReviewAI and CEO of we45. Abhay shares how SecurityReviewAI transforms months-long security architecture reviews into actionable insights in just hours, helping teams improve security, compliance, and efficiency.

Summary: In this episode, we welcome Alex Brennan , Vice President of Global Enterprise Sales at Sign In Solutions , to explore the emerging role of visitor management in modern physical security strategies. Alex and host Steven Bowcut dive into how converged threat models are turning the front desk into a vital security checkpoint — and why managing risk doesn’t have to come at the expense of a p...

In Episode S7E13 of the Brilliance Security Magazine Podcast, host Steven Bowcut sits down with cybersecurity veteran Jim Alkove to discuss the evolving landscape of identity security. With over 25 years in the industry and leadership experience at Microsoft, Salesforce, and now as CEO of Oleria , Jim shares unique insights into the identity challenges facing modern enterprises. He explains why tr...

In Episode S7E12 of the Brilliance Security Magazine Podcast , host Steven Bowcut is joined by Steve Bassett, Senior Director of Security Consulting at GMR Security . With over three decades of experience in physical security operations, Steve shares insights on how organizations, particularly large, multi-site enterprises, can successfully modernize their physical security posture. The discussion...

In this episode of the Brilliance Security Magazine Podcast, host Steven Bowcut sits down with John Sobczak, founder and CEO of NXT1 , to explore how software development teams can accelerate time to market without compromising on security or compliance. John shares how his career shaped the vision behind NXT1 and discusses the structural pitfalls that often delay or derail promising SaaS startups...

What if the world’s most trusted cryptographic systems could be broken in just minutes instead of centuries? In this thought-provoking episode of the Brilliance Security Magazine Podcast , David Close, Chief Solutions Architect at Futurex , joins host Steven Bowcut to discuss the very real—and rapidly accelerating—threat that quantum computing poses to modern encryption. With quantum advancements...

In this episode of the Brilliance Security Magazine Podcast , we sit down with Matt Stern, Chief Security Officer at Hypori , to discuss how organizations can move beyond outdated mobile device management strategies and adopt a zero-trust approach to the future. Stern shares compelling insights from his extensive experience in both military and federal cybersecurity, highlighting why traditional B...

In Episode S7E8, Steven welcomes Arvind Parthasarathi, founder and CEO of  CYGNVS , to discuss reinventing cyber incident readiness and response collaboration. Arvind shares his background in analytics and cybersecurity, explaining how CYGNVS was created to address the chaos organizations face during major cyber incidents. The conversation covers the importance of comprehensive preparation for cyb...

In Episode S7E7, Steven welcomes Glenn Day, CEO of NVISIONx, to discuss data risk intelligence and emerging threats in the age of AI and complex data environments. Glenn shares insights on data governance, the importance of proper data organization for AI adoption, and how NVISIONx helps organizations manage and purge data responsibly. The conversation underscores the significance of intelligent d...