KBKAST

In this episode of KBKast, Wayne Williamson shares his insights on agile security structures and the importance of prioritizing cybersecurity within organizations. Wayne also highlights the challenges of navigating traditional, centralized structures and emphasizes the need for organizations to pivot and make tweaks to their structures and approaches when undergoing transformation. Wayne Williamso...

In this episode of KBKast, we are joined by Pancho Mehrotra as we delve into the key to sales success and why accepting rejection is crucial. Pancho discusses the importance of focusing on the process of having meaningful conversations and qualifying clients, rather than just aiming for immediate results. Drawing on the analogy of competitive sports, he highlights the significance of learning from...

In this episode of KBKast, we are joined by Vaile Mexted as we delve into the world of real-time payments and the rapid growth of digital payment options. Vaile discusses the evolving customer expectations and the need for banks to invest heavily in digital tools to stay ahead of fraud and scam risks, and  the importance of building trust in the fraud, cyber, and scam space, and how banks can effe...

In this episode of KBKast, we are joined by James Maude as we dive deep into the 2023 Microsoft Vulnerabilities report. James talks about the rapid increase of vulnerabilities, the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, as well as a societal technological shift and concerns about foundational security measures and fundamental knowledge. You can read the full 2023 Microsoft Vulnerabilities report  here....

In this episode of KBKast, we are once again joined by Chris Pogue (CyberCX – US Director of Digital Forensics and Incident Response), as we dive deep into the world of cybersecurity, with a focus on the challenges faced by Australian companies and the potential benefits of breaking through the US market. Chris Pogue is the Director of Digital Forensics and Incident Response (DFIR) for CyberCX in...

In this episode of KBKast, we are once again joined by expert Jo Stewart-Rattray as we delve into the importance of holding organizations accountable for their actions and addressing online gender-based violence. Jo also shares her key takeaways from her recent attendance to a conference held by the United Nations Commission on the Status of Women, and gives valuable insights on ISACA’s 2023 State...

Securing space technology is no longer a luxury but a necessity for the smooth functioning of our increasingly interconnected world. In this episode of KBKast, we delve into the fascinating world of space technology and its connection to critical infrastructure. Dr. Jordan Plotnek talks about his journey, the challenges of space security, and emphasizes the need for a tailored and collaborative gl...

In this episode, Pieter Danhieux joins us in learning the balance between speed and security and the potential impact of AI in various industries, acknowledging that AI is not a magical solution but a tool for assisting with heavy work. Join Karissa Breen and Pieter Danhiuex as they delve into the world of AI and its implications for security analysts and developers alike. Pieter Danhieux is the C...

In this episode of KBKast, we are joined by cybersecurity expert Fabian Partigliani. They dive into the world of cybersecurity risk management and how to effectively communicate these risks to the board of a business. Throughout the episode, KB and Fabian stress the importance of making cybersecurity information easy for the board to understand, identifying critical issues, and considering the rig...

In this episode of KBKast, Pete Murray dives deep into the world of data management and recovery, sharing valuable insights on determining data residence, the significance of backup and recovery when other security measures fail, and the importance of managing access to data with the right tools to determine who has access and whether said access is necessary. An industry veteran with over 30 year...

In this episode of KBKast, Jason Murell talks about the challenges facing the cybersecurity startup ecosystem in Australia. They discuss the funding and support available for startups, the need for a cultural mindset change, and the importance of mentoring and education. Jason also talks about his groundbreaking initiative set to revolutionise the cybersecurity landscape in Australia. Additionally...

In this episode, Darren delves into the challenges facing the security industry, with fragmented tools and technologies making it difficult for organisations to keep up with the overwhelming volume of data being produced. Bringing together endpoint, network, and identity detection can help pre-correlate and line up activity against a toolset to present legitimate intelligence to SoC teams, thus he...

In this episode, Brian Grant shares his insights on data security and why organizations should prioritise securing their data before anything else. He emphasises that effective data security starts with a fundamental change in how organizations approach the issue as a social responsibility, not just a business concern. The discussion also delves into the consequences of data breaches, including th...

In this episode of KBKast, we delve into the world of cybersecurity and the impact of breaches on organizations and society. Raj provides insights into his experience with past cases, emphasizing the importance of being open and transparent in handling breaches and reducing the impact on customers. We uncover the risks posed by social media, the challenge of managing expectations from regulators,...

In this episode of KBKast, we take a look into the recent announcement from the Australian government about their new cybersecurity regulations for businesses. The new risk management protocol covers cybersecurity, physical security, personnel security, and supply chain security, all aimed at encouraging companies to enhance overall protection measures rather than punishing directors for noncompli...

Rajesh Ganesan is President at ManageEngine, the IT management division of Zoho Corporation. He is a part of the leadership team overseeing product strategy and direction for the overall suite. Rajesh has been with Zoho Corp. for over 20 years developing software products in various domains including telecommunications, network management, and IT security. He is currently focussed on delivering en...

Gene Shablygin is a former nuclear physicist and current computer security storyteller. Life-long ham radio operator, relatively young (just under 1000 flight hours) private pilot. Loves classical live music, high-end audio, and fast cars from Zuffenhausen. As a founder and CEO of WWPass, Gene is focused on freeing individuals and enterprises from ineffective, insecure password systems that can’t...

Rik Ferguson is the Vice President of Security Intelligence at Forescout. He is also a Special Advisor to Europol’s European Cyber Crime Centre (EC3), a multi-award-winning producer and writer, and a Fellow of the Royal Society of Arts. In April 2011 Rik was inducted into the Infosecurity Hall of Fame.   Rik is a researcher, storyteller, and futurist. He helps governments, law enforcement, busines...

Thomas Fikentscher is responsible for driving strong customer and partner engagement and expanding CyberArk’s emerging cloud business in the region. Prior to joining CyberArk, Thomas was Chief Revenue Officer at JXT Global, and has more than 20 years’ experience in the IT industry, including significant stints at Oracle, Ingram Micro and Sun Microsystems. His extensive industry and leadership expe...

Mark Thomas, Director, Security Services, ANZ at Arctic Wolf, aims to build, direct and mature the operations of Arctic Wolf’s security services within the region. For the past 21 years, Mark has worked in the Cyber Security field establishing pragmatic, business-aligned risk minimisation strategies and cyber defenses to reduce losses, protect brand reputation, and achieve return on investment. Ma...

Sean is the Regional chief security officer for Asia Pacific and Japan at Palo Alto Networks. In this role, Sean spearheads the development of thought leadership, threat intelligence and security best practices for the cybersecurity community and business executives. With more than 20 years of experience in the IT and security industry, he acts as a trusted advisor to organisations across the regi...

David Fairman is an experienced CIO/CSO/CISO, strategic advisor and investor. David has extensive experience in the global financial services sector. David is currently the APAC CIO & CSO for Netskope helping customers manage their digital and cyber risk programs in addition to working across industry with the aim of making the digital economy a safer place to do business. Furthermore, David i...

Chief Technology Officer and Chief Information Security Officer Kunal joined Imperva when Prevoty, a company he co-founded in 2013 and where he served as CTO, was acquired by Imperva in August 2018. Before joining Prevoty, he was the Director of Technology at BBC Worldwide. Kunal has a deep history of innovation and technical expertise, and has held roles leading security, data, technology, and en...

Riccardo Galbiati is the Chief Technology Office for Australia and New Zealand at Palo Alto Networks. With 15+ years of experience in the cyber-security industry, he is able to offer strategic advice to CISOs, CTOs and executives, especially when it comes to rationalising technology adoption and leveraging a Zero Trust approach that aims at business resilience in spite of cyber-attacks.

David Chow brings over 20 years of experience in the federal government to his role as Chief Technology Strategy officer. His focus includes analysing, managing, and implementing technologies to assist with building and maintaining a global cybersecurity strategy. Much of his expertise stems from working alongside the Federal Housing Administration (FHA) to modernise the agency’s mortgage loan sys...