Left to Our Own Devices

We sat down with the Seagate, Intel, and ScaleFlux veteran to discuss innovations in storage technologies, emerging threats, and cybersecurity.

We sat down with the seasoned IT and cybersecurity leader and CISO at Trace3 to discuss emerging cyber threats, aligning security with business goals, and tailoring “right-sized” security programs. We also discuss balancing innovation with compliance and how military leadership principles influence corporate cybersecurity strategies.

We sat down with the Health-ISAC Chief Security Officer to discuss his 25-year career spanning banking, government, and healthcare to identify the biggest cybersecurity threats and trends impacting the healthcare industry in 2025 and beyond.

We had the privilege of sitting down with Dr. Hans-Martin von Stockhausen, Principal Key Expert in Cybersecurity at Siemens Healthineers, to delve into the intricacies of cybersecurity throughout the product lifecycle. Our conversation explored the delicate balance between device usability and time-to-market pressures, as well as practical tips for enhancing cybersecurity posture.

We sat down with the Head of Product Security at LivaNova, the former Chief Product Security Officer at Elekta and co-chair of the Legacy Devices Task Group at the Health Sector Coordinating Council to discuss what he learned throughout his long and successful career and to gain insights on regulations, security activities and more

We sat with the Senior Industry Analyst at Frost & Sullivan to learn from her cross-industry experience in automotive, mobility, technology, oil & gas, and manufacturing. We talked about innovation, market strategy, cybersecurity, and consulting for multiple industries, and gathered tips & insights for cybersecurity professionals from her experience across the globe.

We sat down with the Los Angeles Emmy Award-winning journalist and author to discuss global AI ethics, cybersecurity, and the future of Artificial Intelligence.

In this special episode, David and Shlomi, hosts of the Left to Our Own Devices podcast, sit down with Aaron C. Crow, a seasoned Cyber and Strategic Risk leader with 25 years of experience. Together, they share valuable insights on OT and product security, while also exploring the future direction of the industry. This episode is a republish from Aaron’s own PrOTect It All podcast, where it was or...

We sat down with the Cybersecurity & Functional Safety Senior Engineering Specialist at Eaton to discuss the intersection of safety and security in the automotive world, upcoming updates to ISO/SAE 21434, and learn from his vast experience in the automotive and medical device industries.

We sat down with the Product Security Officer - Healthcare at Barco to discuss the intersection of QA and Product Security, the Secure Software Development Life Cycle, and cybersecurity standards from NIST and IEC.

We sat down with Melissa Rhodes, the Product Security Program Manager at Medtronic and an MDM security thought leader for a fun and insightful conversation about SBOMs and her journey from firmware engineering to leading product security.

In this episode of "Left to Our Own Devices," we dive into the world of automotive cybersecurity with Heather Vermillion, a security engineer at PACCAR, who shares her journey from the Department of Defense to safeguarding advanced automotive technologies, while also championing the next generation of cybersecurity professionals.

In this episode of Left to Our Own Devices , Rob Putman, Global Manager of Cybersecurity Services at ABB, shares his journey from Sony PlayStation to leading cybersecurity in industrial automation. Tune in for insights on product security and industrial control challenges.

In this episode, Dr. Allan Friedman from CISA returns to discuss the upcoming SBOM-a-Rama, a pivotal event in supply chain cybersecurity. He shares insights on the evolution of SBOMs, the significance of community collaboration, and what to expect from this year's hybrid event, including a showcase of innovative SBOM solutions.

In this episode, we welcome the Director of Product Security at Edwards Life Sciences. Samuel shares his journey from IT roles in a Zimbabwe safari to leading product security in the medical device industry, discussing challenges, solutions, and the impact of FDA regulations on their processes.

In this special bonus episode, we welcome back Tom Alrich, an expert in supply chain cybersecurity to discuss one of the most pressing issues in cybersecurity right now. Tom discusses the current issues with the National Vulnerability Database (NVD) and the challenges it presents for effective vulnerability management. We explore his proposed solutions and the future of software supply chain secur...

Join us as we dive into the journey of Ashwini Siddhi, Director of Product Security Engineering at GoDaddy. Ashwini shares her experiences from Dell to GoDaddy, her expertise in threat modeling, and the pivotal role of Bengaluru in her career. We also explore her advocacy for diversity and inclusion in cybersecurity and her influential mentorship with Women in Cyber. 

We sat down with Scott Sheahan, the owner of Rustic Security, to learn from his rich background in the automotive cybersecurity world and embedded software development.

We sat down with a System Security Architecture Manager at NVIDIA, to discuss the convergence of Automotive cybersecurity and AI, as well as NVIDIA's Morpheus Cybersecurity Framework.

We sat down with the Sr Director of Cyber Security & Medical Device Connectivity Engineering at ICU Medical to discuss medical device cybersecurity, FDA, and balancing innovation and security.

In this episode, we talk to Steve Orrin, Chief Technology Officer and Senior PE at Intel Federal, about his unique journey from biology to cybersecurity leadership. We discuss the main challenges faced by federal bodies in the cybersecurity landscape and how they differ across industries like Aerospace, Education, and Healthcare. Steve shares valuable insights on product cybersecurity, emphasizing...

We sat down with the Global Practice Leader, Healthcare & Life Sciences at the IEEE Standards Association to discuss cybersecurity standards, regulations, and building a career in cybersecurity

We sat down with the Co-founder and CEO of HACKERverse (Recently known as KIKrr) to discuss Entrepreneurship, product security, and the power of networking.

We chatted with the partner at Clark Hill PLC about AI, FDA regulations, and cybersecurity legal risks, based on his years of experience learning the legal aspects of healthcare and industrial cybersecurity

We invited the Partner at Mayer Brown and the leader of the Global Data Innovation team, to discuss the legal aspects of cybersecurity, AI, and privacy, as well as the evolving landscape of responsible AI.