Chief of Cybersecurity

In the second of six episodes of Cybersecurity Leadership: Winning Strategies in the Age of AI , Dewayne Hart explores how many cybersecurity programs are still viewed as cost centers and shows leaders how to change that perception. Learn to transform cybersecurity into a strategic advantage by connecting initiatives to measurable business outcomes. Hart emphasizes purpose-driven leadership, trust...

The Cybersecurity Leadership: Winning Strategies in the Age of AI podcast series  explore how executives can transform cybersecurity from a technical function into a strategic business advantage. Across six episodes, Dewayne Hart, cybersecurity expert and author, shares insights on leading in an AI-driven threat landscape, building security-first cultures, and aligning cyber initiatives to organiz...

In today’s digital landscape, every business is a target. Cyber threats are evolving, and businesses need champions. Are you ready to step up and become the Cybersecurity Business Champion? Imagine leading your organization with confidence, knowing you have the strategies and tools to combat cyber threats. As a champion, one will not only protect the business but also drive innovation and growth,...

Security capabilities are the backbone of any effective defense system. They encompass a range of tools and practices designed to protect assets, information, and people from threats. At their core, security capabilities help organizations identify vulnerabilities and mitigate risks. This proactive approach is essential in today’s fast-evolving threat landscape, where cyber-attacks and physical br...

In today's digital landscape, it is crucial to develop a strong cybersecurity culture within your organization to protect sensitive data and fend off hackers. This podcast explores essential strategies for cybersecurity leadership that will empower your team and create a culture of security awareness. Discover how to foster collaboration, promote best practices, and instill a proactive mindset amo...

Today, it is particularly important to understand job duties and responsibilities in the fast-paced cybersecurity landscape due to the many threats we face. Cybersecurity leaders encounter similar challenges. They are often required to effectively communicate, build resilience, and become advocates for the business. However, to do this, they must first understand their role and how it impacts secu...

Interested in pursuing a career in cybersecurity? Look no further than Norfolk State University's Cyber Curriculum! As a blueprint for other Historically Black Colleges and Universities, NSU's comprehensive program covers everything from network security to ethical hacking. With the increasing demand for cybersecurity professionals, it's more important than ever for HBCUs to equip their students w...

The new National Cyber Director, Harry Coker, stated that the White House intends "to reduce unnecessary barriers" federal contractors face in filling cybersecurity jobs, like requirements for four-year college degrees. The plan aims to build a cybersecurity workforce without needing a traditional four-year degree. The benefit is that individuals can gain valuable skills and experience through alt...

With technology rapidly advancing, hackers have adopted AI-driven tactics to carry out their cyber attacks with unprecedented sophistication. Join us on this captivating journey as we uncover the dark web of AI-powered hacking techniques and the potential threats they pose to our digital security. Throughout this eye-opening video, we will explore the various ways hackers exploit AI algorithms, ma...

As AI continues to evolve and revolutionize traditional practices, it's crucial for entrepreneurs, corporate leaders, and decision-makers to understand its true implications. Through insightful analysis and thought-provoking examples, we unmask the business implications of AI, which often remain obscured by its mesmerizing abilities. Discover how AI can reshape market dynamics, disrupt industries,...

In this informative video, we delve into the crucial role played by the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) in safeguarding public health care. Join us as we explore how CISA employs its expertise to protect our invaluable healthcare systems from malicious actors, ensuring the well-being and security of our communities. Discover the various cybersecurity measures implemented by...

The healthcare sector is particularly vulnerable to cybersecurity risks, and the stakes for patient care and safety are exceptionally high. Healthcare facilities are attractive targets for cybercriminals due to their size, technological dependence, sensitive data, and vulnerability to disruptions. Cyber incidents affecting hospitals and health systems have led to extended care disruptions caused b...

Cybersecurity modernization has several connectors and outcomes. The methodology requires the federal government to consider change, protection, and return on investment. Many agencies, such as the VA, CDC, and Department of Defense (DoD), have strategized and optimized their cyber protection programs based on modernization standards. Are we safe, and where does the federal government stand? Are t...

Due to stored data and security classification, the federal government's IT systems are more critical and sensitive. Over the years, many agencies have been challenged to protect and ensure proper safeguards are implemented. Now, AI has surfaced and created answers as well as concerns. What do we know - The added value for rapid data analysis and efficiency has created a need for AI. The news outl...

Many technical professionals have vast knowledge and desire to be heard. Some have resorted to podcasting, writing, or authoring publications. As someone who has done each, I believe they all provide the chance to market careers and business. Beyond a podcaster, writing, and authoring books, the value extends into many ventures. One was the chance to deliver written content on topics such as AI fo...

Critical systems and applications must remain available as organizations digitally modernize and onboard technologies. Typical failures are supposed to withstand cyber stress and sustain availability – since proper planning, vulnerabilities, attacks, and risk states should be known. Shifting blame is not an option, which forces resiliency to become active and responsive. With an absent resilient s...

Every genre of business and public agencies strives for maturity. The core requires practical and fundamental approaches following a simple methodology: "Increase Protection and Lower Risk." As simple as it sounds, many have failed. These deficiencies are developed through failing to understand where risk operates and what actionable steps or actions are required with governmental requirements suc...

Do you know what's on your network? That's a serious question that many cannot answer. When invoking "The Cybersecurity Mindset," the reader can relate cyber visibility as a threat reduction tool. Many enterprises have "blindspots," misconfigured systems, and have loss tracking of their cybersecurity programs. When continuous visibility is at its peak, organizations can discover untreated systems...

Many well-to-do professionals struggle to understand IT certifications and how to pass their examinations. Some have resorted to trial and error to pass. Others have studied and still have no success. Would there be a secret code for the examinations? In this podcast, I explain tips and tricks to help you master IT certifications. If you're looking for a new career or hope to advance your current...

With all the changes and technologies surfacing, cybersecurity teams must become the best and gather valuable skill sets. The time had changed when we spoke of cybersecurity; now it's about the required skill sets. You can spend time, energy, and resources determining what skill sets are needed, but the truth is actual. If you're searching for a cybersecurity job, you must master the skills necess...

As cyber criminals regularly launch more sophisticated attacks and with fewer barriers to entry, cybersecurity professionals are more in demand than ever before. Security engineers are becoming increasingly hard to find and expensive to hire. Because of this, there has never been a better time for you to turn your IT passion into a career in cybersecurity. Think you have what it takes to become th...

There has been a great discussion concerning strategies to break into cybersecurity. Many interested people have spent time wondering about the proper steps and requirements. They have also resorted to various platforms with broken promises. This sounds all too familiar and requires an in-depth discussion. By the end of this podcast, you'll know everything you need to start working in cybersecurit...

Generative artificial intelligence is transforming cybersecurity, aiding both attackers and defenders. Cybercriminals are harnessing AI to launch sophisticated and novel attacks at large scale. And defenders are using the same technology to protect critical infrastructure, government organizations, and corporate networks. Generative AI has helped bad actors innovate and develop new attack strategi...

"Water systems, like other public utility systems, are part of the nation's critical infrastructure and can be vulnerable targets when someone desires to affect public safety adversely. In California, where epic Sierra Nevada snowpack and "the big melt" have substantially increased the stakes for reservoir managers, officials say they're taking steps to protect the state's water systems from hacke...

Automobile manufacturer Toyota recently announced a data breach that may have exposed the emails of up to 300,000 customers for nearly five years. Toyota says the breach resulted from a subcontractor posting source code for Toyota’s “T-Connect” app on the software development platform GitHub in December 2017. This code included an access key to the data server that hosted the email addresses and c...