Cyber Security Happy Hour Podcast

Episode 46: Beyond Compliance  Real‑World Insights into PCI DSS In this episode of Cyber Security Happy Hour, host Christie is joined by PCI DSS Analyst and certified PCI Professional (PCIP) Todd Ballard for a practical, experience‑led conversation on what PCI DSS compliance really looks like beyond the checklist. Todd shares his journey into cybersecurity and explains why PCI DSS should be treate...

In this episode of Cyber Security Happy Hour, Christie breaks down how the Zero Trust security model aligns with major compliance frameworks, including PCI DSS v4.0 and ISO/IEC 27001. Zero Trust is no longer just a buzzword it is a strategic, adaptive approach built on “never trust, always verify.” But how does that fit with prescriptive or risk‑based compliance requirements? Christie explores whe...

    In this episode, I speak about: Overview of the rising importance of cyber insurance in managing organizational risks due to cyber threats. The focus of the episode: what cyber insurance covers and how it benefits businesses. Key Segments: What is Cyber Insurance? Definition and purpose: Mitigating risk from cyber incidents (e.g., data breaches, ransomware). Common coverage areas: data recover...

In this episode, I dive into the critical importance of Cyber Threat Intelligence (CTI) and how it helps organisations stay ahead of attackers. Learn about the practice of gathering, analyzing, and applying information to understand potential or existing threats. I break down the three levels of CTI: strategic, tactical, and operational intelligence, explaining their roles in enhancing security po...

Welcome to Episode 42 of the Cyber Security Happy Hour Podcast, with your host, Christie. In this gripping episode, I interview Alexander Rogan and Christian Rogan, co-founders of Platinum High Integrity Technologies. They discuss their disruptive Cyber Security solution, a technology that works at ring zero, effectively blocking unauthorised binary codes from deploying onto the system. This game-...

Welcome to Episode 41 of the Cyber Security Happy Hour Podcast.   In this podcast, your host, Christie, explores the critical facet of cyber security vulnerability scanning. Decode the myths, understand what vulnerability scans encompass, and why their role within an organization is of paramount importance. Firstly, begin with an overview of vulnerability scans, which are systematic system and net...

Welcome to episode 40 of the Cyber Security Happy Hour Podcast. Host: Christie Episode 40: The Zero Trust Security Model  Today, I take a deep dive into the Zero Trust Security Model, a Cyber Security approach that continuously verifies and never assumes trust. The zero trust framework challenges conventional methods of trust based on entities' locations, securing potential loopholes through const...

Welcome to the Cyber Security Happy Hour Podcast Host: Christie  Episode 39: Navigating the World of Cyber Security with Guest Mora Awosile Mora Awosile is a Cyber Security Specialist and works in Cyber ​​Defense with expertise in Defense and Resilience. Focused on Change Project Management and Incident Response.   With the increasing frequency and complexity of Cyber threats, there is a constant...

Welcome to the Cyber Security Happy Hour Podcast Host: Christie  Episode 38 Remote work as a Cyber Security Professional   As a Cyber Security Professional, working remotely has become more and more common in recent years. There are many benefits to working remotely, but there are also some unique challenges and considerations that come with it. Here are some of the most important things to keep i...

Welcome to the Cyber Security Happy Hour Podcast Host: Christie Episode 37 Cyber Security for Small businesses   Steps to protect your Small Business   Risk Assessment: Threat Identification Vulnerability Assessment: Conduct Risk Analysis:  Risk Mitigation: Evaluate and Implement Cybersecurity Controls: Regular Review  Document the Process Create a Security Policy: Data Classification: Train your...

Welcome to the Cyber Security Happy Hour Podcast Host: Christie Episode 36: ISO 27001 SOA & Risk Treatment Plan   Statement of Applicability (SOA) for ISO 27001   Identify relevant controls: Assess control relevance: Select applicable controls: Determine control implementation: Plan control implementation: Document the SOA: Review and approval:   Risk Treatment Plan   Review the risk assessment: P...

Welcome to the Cyber Security Happy Hour Podcast Host: Christie Episode 35 Conducting an ISO 27001 Risk Assessment   In the podcast I will be discussing the steps to conduct RISK Assessment as part of the ISO 27001 Implementation.   Steps: Identify assets Identify threats Identify vulnerabilities Determine likelihood and impact Determine risk levels Select risk treatment options   Four approaches...

Welcome to the Cyber Security Happy Hour Podcast Host: Christie Topic: Episode 34 ISO 27001 Gap Analysis   In the podcast I will be discussing the steps to conduct a ISMS Gap Analysis.   Identify the scope: Obtain a copy of the ISO 27001 standard: Conduct a baseline assessment: Compare against the standard: Identify gaps and prioritize them: Develop an action plan:   Enjoy! You can listen on: Gogg...

Welcome to the Cyber Security Happy Hour Podcast Host: Christie Topic: Defining your ISO 27001 ISMS Scope   The boundaries of the information security management system (ISMS) The Scope should be defined to ensure that all critical assets and processes are covered. The organization's legal, regulatory, and contractual requirements. The organization's processes, such as data processing, storage, an...

Welcome to the Cyber Security Happy Hour Podcast Host: Christie Topic: Changes to ISO/IEC 27001(2022)   What are the ISO 27001 and 27002 standards What is the difference between ISO 27001 and 27002?  Annex A controls Certified to ISO 27001:2013, now what? Can I already become certified to ISO 27001:2022? Will the changes affect my current ISO/IEC 27001 certificate?   Want further information on Cy...

Welcome to the Cyber Security Happy Hour Podcast Host: Christie Topic: Cyber Security vs Physical Security   Cyber Security  Physical Security Differences between Cyber and Physical Security Physical security components Physical security measures Threats     Want further information on Cyber Essentials Certification? https://intexit.co.uk/cyberessentials/ https://intexit.co.uk/cyber-essentials-plu...

Welcome to the Cyber Security Happy Hour Podcast.     Host: Christie  Topic: Cyber Forensics What is Computer Forensics?  Examples of Cyber Forensics?  Forensics Procedures Types of computer forensics  Skills and Knowledge required to  become a Cyber Forensics Examiner. Want further information on Cyber Essentials Certification? https://intexit.co.uk/cyberessentials/ https://intexit.co.uk/cyber-es...

Welcome to the Cyber Security Happy Hour Podcast.    Host: Christie Ogubere Guest: Arijit Biswas Topic: The Cyber Security Eco System at Diamante Blockchain 
I am your host Christie and on this podcast I am joined by the Technical Officer at Diamante Blockchain Arijit Biswas. Diamanté Blockchain
The blockchain network process. 
Cyber Security of Diamante Blockchain technology. 
The layers of trans...

Welcome to Episode 28 of the Cyber Security Happy Podcast.   I am your host Christie the topic of today podcast is Episode 28 is Log4J Vulnerabilities   What is Log4J? How does Log4j Work? Systems Affected CVSS  Patching and Updates   Enjoy #log4j #log4shell #Cyber Attack #Encryption Want further information on Cyber Essentials Certification? https://intexit.co.uk/cyberessentials/ https://intexit....

Welcome to Episode 27 of the Cyber Security Happy Podcast.   I am your host Christie the topic of today podcast is Episode 27 Why you need Cyber Insurance.   What is Cyber Risk Insurance? How are you affected by Cyber Attack? Various types of Cyber Insurance Policy Top 5 Tips to become Cyber Secure       Enjoy #Insurance #Cyberinsurance #Data Breach #Cyber Attack #Encryption Want further informati...

Welcome to Episode 26  of the Cyber Security Happy Podcast.   I am your host Christie the topic of today podcast is Episode 25 Robinhood's Data Breach - Cyber Attack   Robinhood who are they? What is a data breach?  What happened? Effects of a Data Breach Prevention methods  Remediation  Enjoy #Robinhood #Data Breach #Cyber Attack #Encryption Want further information on Cyber Essentials Certificat...

  Welcome to Episode 24: Host: Christie   Four Lessons Learnt from Squid Game that applies to Cyber Security   Lesson 1: Vulnerability Lesson 2: Team Work Lesson 3: Internal Threats Lesson 4: The Unknown   Enjoy   #squidgame #cyberthreats #cybersecurity     Want further information on Cyber Essentials Certification? https://intexit.co.uk/cyberessentials/ https://intexit.co.uk/cyber-essentials-plus...

Welcome to Episode 23 of the Cyber Security Happy Podcast. I am your host Christie the topic of today podcast is; So you want to be a Bug Bounty Hunter?   What is a Bug Bounty Hunter? What are Bug Bounty Programs? Advantages Disadvantages Bug Bounty Websites HackerOne https://hackerone.com/security GitHub https://bounty.github.com/ BugCrowd https://bugcrowd.com/   Enjoy   Want further information...

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Welcome to Episode 22 of the Cyber Security Happy Podcast.   I am your host Christie the topic of today podcast is Biometrics in Cyber Security   What is Biometrics?  What is Biometric security?  How Biometric Security Works  Types of Biometrics Advantages and Disadvantages of Biometrics Enjoy   Want further information on Cyber Essentials Certification? https://intexit.co.uk/cyberessentials/ http...