Future of Data Security

The world of data security has fundamentally changed, yet many organizations still approach it as a one-time project rather than an ongoing journey. In this episode of The Future of Data Security, Orson Lucas , Principal at KPMG , draws on his 20+ years of experience to challenge the "one-and-done" approach that dooms many security initiatives. After witnessing the evolution from obscure privacy r...

The security landscape has radically shifted from "if you get breached" to "when you get breached" — and Morgan Stanley 's approach to data protection reflects this fundamental change in mindset. In this episode of The Future of Data Security, Faith Rotimi-Ajayi , AVP of Operational Risk, discusses how sophisticated attackers are now researching and targeting specific financial institutions rather...

"If you aren't investing in penetration testing, if you aren't investing in having external auditing and third party reporting like gray and black box type testing, you're leaving your program extremely exploitable because you're just admiring the beauty of your own ideas." This blunt assessment from George Al-Koura , CISO at ruby , encapsulates his refreshingly practical approach to data security...

In this insightful episode of The Future of Data Security, Jean Le Bouthillier speaks with Daniel Maynard , VP of Privacy and Data Risk Management & CPO at Early Warning , shares his journey from law to privacy and offers a practical framework for assessing AI implementation risks — distinguishing between controllable technical risks and more complex model provenance concerns.    Daniel tells...

Within just four hours of implementing controls at one healthcare organization, Patrick Carter , Sr. Practice Director at Cyderes , and his team caught an employee secretly selling sensitive patient data. Patrick doesn't just tell Jean his war stories, however — he provides a practical framework for quantifying security risks using the FAIR model and sounds the alarm on shadow AI becoming the sing...

The cybersecurity landscape is entering an AI arms race, and Kevin Kirkwood , CISO at Exabeam , is on the frontlines building defenses that can match the speed of machine-powered threats. As Exabeam's "Customer Zero," Kevin shares candid insights from transitioning through three platform generations in three years, reflecting on how each migration exposed previously undetected attack patterns in M...

Drawing on his unique background in high-energy physics experimentation, Robert Roser , CISO & Director of Cyber Security at Idaho National Laboratory , offers valuable insights into the parallels between managing complex scientific detectors and securing critical national research infrastructure. He explores the evolving landscape of scientific computing security, from the open science enviro...

Drawing from his diverse background in both private and public sectors, Chris Pahl , CPO of the County Executive Office of the County of Santa Clara , tells Jean how organizations can transform privacy from a compliance burden into a strategic asset on this episode of The Future of Data Security Show.    Chris’s "U R IT" framework emphasizes the crucial role of employees in data protection, and hi...

In this episode of The Future of Data Security Show, Jean speaks with Orrie Dinstein , Global Chief Privacy Officer at Marsh McLennan . Orrie shares his extensive experience in data privacy, highlighting the shift from compliance-focused programs to a more integrated approach that encompasses information governance.    Orrie also sheds light on the misconception of data ownership among executives,...

In this episode of The Future of Data Security Show, Jean speaks with Hugo Teufel , VP; Deputy General Counsel for Cyber, Privacy, Records; & Chief Privacy Officer at Lumen Technologies . Hugo shares his expertise on the evolving landscape of data privacy and security, such as the significant impact of AI on data security, emphasizing the need for organizations to understand various AI use cas...

In this episode of The Future of Data Security Show, Jean speaks with Sylvia Klasovec Kingsmill , Senior Fellow, Future of Privacy Forum and Founder of Trusteva . They explore the critical distinctions between data privacy and data security, emphasizing their complementary roles in protecting individual rights and safeguarding data.  Sylvia also addresses the complexities AI introduces to privacy...

In this episode of The Future of Data Security Show, Jean speaks with Martin Dinel , Assistant Deputy Minister & CISO, Cybersecurity Division of the Government of Alberta . Martin uses his extensive experience in cybersecurity and the evolving landscape of data protection to explore the significant impact of AI on enhancing data security measures, emphasizing a risk-based approach to adopting...

In this episode of The Future of Data Security Show, Jean speaks with Ward Balcerzak , AVP and Director of Data Security & Insider Risk at Fidelity National Financial , who shares his expertise on the evolving challenges of data security in today’s cloud-first landscape. Ward discusses the critical importance of establishing a comprehensive data inventory and discovery process to effectively m...

In this episode of The Future of Data Security podcast, Jean speaks with Terry Ray , SVP of Data Security GTM & Field CTO at Imperva , who shares his extensive experience in the field of data security. He discusses the evolving landscape of cybersecurity, particularly the challenges posed by generative AI and its implications for data protection.    Terry emphasizes the importance of understan...

In this episode of The Future of Data Security podcast, Michael Sheron , Director of Privacy and GRC at the University of Kentucky , shares his journey into data privacy and the challenges faced in managing sensitive information within a large academic institution.    He emphasizes the importance of establishing solid privacy policies and fostering a culture of cybersecurity awareness among staff....

In the very first episode of The Future of Data Security podcast, our host, Co-Founder and CEO of Qohash, Jean Le Bouthillier , speaks with Pilar Garcia , Director of Privacy and Security at Help Scout . Pilar shares her journey into data privacy and security, emphasizing the significance of a people-centric approach to building robust security teams.  She discusses the delicate balance between in...