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In this episode, we sit down with Gerry Sillars, Vice President APJ from Semperis, as he discusses Semperis’ Holiday Ransomware Report . Gerry delves into the constant threat posed by attackers who don’t take holidays, emphasizing the need for organizations to protect their networks and systems at all times. He highlights the startling statistics from the report, such as 69% of ransomware attacks...

In this episode, we sit down with Grant Bourzikas, Chief Security Officer from Cloudflare, as he shares what lessons he learned from 2024. Grant emphasizes the industry’s need to move beyond outdated technology to enhance security postures and reduce complexities. He discusses the impact of artificial intelligence on security, the challenges of leveraging AI, and the necessity for organizations to...

In this episode, we sit down with David Gee, advisor at JS Careers, Bain & Company, and Emertel, as he shares insights on aspiring and growing into a CISO. David delves into the importance of international experiences, driving change, and effectively communicating with boards as key traits of a true leader. He reflects on personal experiences that shaped his leadership journey, emphasizing the...

We are thrilled to announce the arrival of a new addition to our podcast family on KBI.FM: DevSecOps, brought to you by Cordant. Hosted by the insightful trio of Tom Walker (the infrastructure tragic), Scott Fletcher (the security ninja), and James Vincent (the cloud alchemist), this show promises to deliver a deep dive into the world of cloud, security, and infrastructure. Here are 3 key takeaway...

“The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed in this interview are solely Vishwanath Nair’s and do not necessarily reflect the views, policies, or positions of his employer, clients, or any affiliated organizations.” In this episode, we sit down with Vishwanath Nair, Head of Cyber Risk and Compliance at Baptist Care, as he explores the evolving partnership between IT and business. Vishwanath discu...

In this episode, we sit down with Shannon Murphy, Senior Manager, Global Security and Risk Strategy from Trend Micro, as she explores the C-suite security challenges facing organizations today. Shannon emphasizes the importance of proactivity in cybersecurity, highlighting the shift from a reactive to a predictive approach to anticipate and counteract adversary strategies. We delve into the pressu...

In this episode, we sit down with Fred Thiele, Chief Information Security Officer from Interactive, as he discusses the importance of cybersecurity for business resilience. Fred delves into the concept of business resilience, emphasizing the need to prepare for worst-case scenarios to ensure continuity during crises. He explains that understanding critical systems and establishing a clear decision...

In this episode, we sit down with David Trossell, CEO and CTO of Bridgeworks, as he discusses the advancement of WAN acceleration technology and its impact on data transfer speeds. David explores the historical evolution from broadband connectivity to modern-day WAN acceleration, highlighting the limitations of traditional WAN optimization methods. He explains how AI-driven parallelization can add...

We’re thrilled to announce the launch of KBI.FM, our dedicated podcast network and channel aimed at creating a specialized precinct for cybersecurity podcasts. Here’s what you need to know: Expanding Beyond KBKAST: While our flagship podcast, KBKAST, remains a key focus, KBI,FM allows us to introduce a variety of valuable content outside of our own podcast, shedding light on areas that need attent...

In this episode, we sit down with Mark “Squiz” Squirrell, keynote speaker from Global Frontline, as he shares insights from his journey from Arafat to Everest. Mark emphasizes the importance of making early decisions and being flexible when dealing with unforeseen variables. He discusses the critical role of soft skills in building effective relationships, both within and outside organizations, to...

In this episode, we sit down with Kobi Leins and Kate Carruthers, directors from Info Sphere Education, as they delve into the intertwining issues of artificial intelligence and cybersecurity. Kobi discusses how AI can expedite security breaches and the need for cybersecurity professionals to understand and mitigate AI-induced vulnerabilities. Kate expands on this by highlighting the utilization o...

In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Ivano Bongiovanni, General Manager at AUSCERT, as he discusses how to get the most from maturity-based and risk-based approaches in the cybersecurity arena. Ivano delves into the importance of balancing both approaches to enhance cyber resilience, the role of organizational size and industry mandates, and the need for critical assessment of cyber risks. We als...

In this episode, we sit down with Jarrod Lucia, Evangelist Architect, AI and SP Infrastructure, APJC from F5, as he discusses securing AI-centric infrastructures, specifically the emerging AI factories powering today’s workload. Jarrod delves into the rise of AI factories, large data centers purpose-built for AI workloads, and the advanced sustainability measures being considered in their design,...

In this episode, we sit down with Venkat Balakrishnan, CISO from TAL Australia, as he discusses the evolving concept of platformization in cybersecurity. Venkat explores how consolidating various cyber functions and tools into single platforms can drive efficiencies, reduce costs, and simplify management efforts. He emphasizes the maturity of network security and endpoint security operations as ke...

In this episode, KB brings us the inside track at the AUKUS Advanced Technology Dialogue in Australia. Starting off with 2020Partners’ Founding Partner Greg Sim, who shares the significance of this strategic collaboration, KB also sits down with Paddy McGuinness, Former UK Deputy National Security Advisor (Intelligence Security and Resilience); Senior Advisor at Brunswick Group, Toby Jones, Founde...

In this episode, KB brings us the inside track at the AUKUS Advanced Technology Dialogue in Australia. Starting off with 2020Partners’ Founding Partner Greg Sim, who shares the significance of this strategic collaboration, KB also sits down with Antony Reynolds, Vice President, Federal and National Security at Bridgeworks, Malcom Purcell, Vice President APAC, at Fivecast, and Jeff Lindholm, Chief...

In this episode, KB brings us the inside track at the AUKUS Advanced Technology Dialogue in Australia. Starting off with 2020Partners’ Founding Partner Greg Sim, who shares the significance of this strategic collaboration, KB also sits down with Michael Loewy, Co-Founder at Tide, Daniel Churches, Sales Director, at ColorTokens, and Simon Hodgkinson, Advisor at Semperis as they discuss why the indu...

In this episode, we sit down with Leon Langlais, Chief Product Officer APAC at Genetec, as he discusses the pervasive cybersecurity gaps in both home and corporate networks. Leon delves into the consequences of inadequate updates and the critical need for secure, trusted devices, especially for critical infrastructures. We also explore regulatory debates, the role of state-owned vendors, and the i...

In this episode, we sit down with Dean Frye, Solutions Architect at Nozomi Networks, as he discusses the complex landscape of IT, IoT, and OT security challenges. Dean delves into the critical importance of avoiding an “us vs. them” mentality between IT and OT teams, and how security interruptions can severely impact business continuity. We explore industry-specific vulnerabilities, such as those...

In this episode, KB sits down with Guy Diedrich, SVP & Global Innovation Officer, Country Digital Acceleration (CDA), Cisco Networking Academy & Learning & Certification, and Anupam Trehan, Vice President for People and Communities APJC on the ground at Cisco Live 2024 in Melbourne. Together they discuss the impact of AI on the future workforce and the evolving landscape of remote and...

In this episode, KB sits down with Raj Chopra, SVP & Chief Product Officer, Security Business Group, Cisco, Angelique Medina, Head of Internet Intelligence at Cisco ThousandEyes, and Matt Caulfield, VP of Product for Duo and Identity, Cisco on the ground at Cisco Live 2024 in Melbourne. Together they discuss Cisco’s vision of being an AI first company, data in flight, and the concept of ‘ident...

In this episode, KB is joined by Tom Gillis, SVP and General Manager, Security Business Group, AJ Shipley, Vice President, Product Management, Threat Detection & Response, and Tom Casey, Senior Vice President and GM, Products & Technology, Splunk, a Cisco company on the ground at Cisco Live 2024 in Melbourne. Together they dive into critical topics such as Cisco’s innovative HyperShield so...

Join KB as she sits down with Mark Anderson, National Security Officer – Australia and New Zealand from Microsoft, who will give us an exclusive sneak peek into what you can expect from Microsoft AI Tour 2024 happening in Sydney at the ICC on December 11th. Mark shares insights into the event’s focus on real-world AI implementations by leading Australian organizations, highlights the tour’s compre...

In this episode, we sit down with Kelly Sabo, Head of SMB and Mid Market ANZ at Cisco, as she discusses cybersecurity essentials for small and medium businesses (SMBs). Kelly delves into the misconceptions SMB owners have about their vulnerability to cyber attacks, the alarming statistic that up to 60% of SMBs risk going out of business within 6 months post-attack, and the critical need for a comp...

“The views reflected in this podcast are the views of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of KPMG Australia”. In this episode, we sit down with Ana Forsyth, Associate Director from KPMG, as she discusses the fragmented state of Australia’s education system in relation to cyber education. Ana highlights the significant gaps between schools, vocational training, and higher education,...