Secure & Simple — Podcast for Consultants and CISOs on Cybersecurity Governance and Compliance

In this episode of the Secure and Simple Podcast, host Dejan Kosutic interviews Alexander Jaber, CEO of Compliant Business Solutions GmbH, a consulting company from Germany. They discuss ISO 27001 as a service, an innovative approach that combines consulting, policy writing, software, and certification into a cohesive package. Alexander shares insights on the consulting business, the importance of...

In this episode of the Secure and Simple Podcast, host Dejan Kosutic interviews Brian Honan, the CEO of BH Consulting, to discuss the evolving landscape of cybersecurity and its governance, particularly in the EU. Brian shares insights on the role of European cybersecurity bodies like ENISA and the importance of cybersecurity in business operations. The discussion covers how to effectively communi...

In this episode of the Secure and Simple Podcast, host Dejan Kosutic sits down with Dominic "Dom" Vogel, president of Vogel Cyber Leadership and Coaching. Dom shares his unique journey from traditional cybersecurity consulting to a more human-focused coaching approach. He emphasizes the importance of building strong, empathetic relationships within tech teams and improving internal branding. Dom a...

In this episode of the Secure and Simple Podcast, we delve into the secrets of becoming a subject matter expert and thriving as a consultant. Our special guest, Tudor Galos, shares his transition from a marketing role at Microsoft to establishing his AI and GDPR consultancy. We explore the power of providing valuable content, maintaining positive client experiences, and navigating the growing fiel...

In this episode of the Secure and Simple Podcast, host Dejan Kosutic speaks with Bevan Lane, CEO of InfoSec Advisory Group. Bevan shares his journey from starting as an independent contractor to building a successful cybersecurity consultancy with offices in South Africa and London, and clients across five continents. Learn about his approach to scaling the business, including hiring passionate yo...

In this episode of the Secure and Simple Podcast, host Dejan Kosutic interviews Philippe Cornette, an interim CISO and founding partner at DigiSôter consultancy, to discuss the challenges and opportunities in cybersecurity consulting. They delve into the importance of aligning cybersecurity projects with business value, the evolving nature of cybersecurity frameworks like NIS2, and the critical sk...

In this episode of the Secure and Simple Podcast, host Dejan Kosutic welcomes Cristos Velasco, an independent consultant and associate professor specializing in cyber law, cybercrime, cybersecurity, and AI. They discuss the new EU electronic evidence package published in August 2023 and its enforcement in 2026, diving into the regulation, the directive, and its implications for law enforcement and...

In this episode of the Secure and Simple Podcast, host Dejan Kosutic welcomes independent cybersecurity consultant and Cyber JA podcast host, Richea Perry. Richea shares his journey from facing job loss during COVID-19 to becoming a successful consultant by leveraging online courses on platforms like Udemy. He discusses the importance of building a personal brand, creating valuable content, and ho...

In this episode of the Secure and Simple Podcast, host Dejan Kosutic interviews Punit Bhatia, founder of FIT4Privacy Consulting Company, author of 4 books on GDPR, and host of the FIT4Privacy podcast. Punit shares his journey from working at a bank to becoming a leading consultant in privacy and AI governance. He discusses the importance of content marketing, personal branding, and consistency in...

In this insightful episode of the Secure and Simple Podcast, host Dejan Kosutic discusses the evolving landscape of standards with Tom Wheat, UK Country Manager at PJR. They delve into the importance of ISO 27001 as the benchmark for global information security, the internal processes within certification bodies, and the value certification bodies can add beyond just issuing certificates. The disc...

This episode features Luigi Viscione, CEO and Founder of Micsar, a seasoned consultant with a decade of experience in IT security and data protection. Luigi discusses the intersection of privacy and cybersecurity, the challenges and benefits of being a consultant, as well as the importance of integrating multiple security frameworks like GDPR and ISO 27001. Gain insights on how to streamline proce...

In this episode of the Secure and Simple Podcast, host Dejan Kosutic is joined by Rene Matthiassen, a senior security consultant and partner at Front Door Security. With 30 years of experience in cybersecurity frameworks, Rene discusses the importance of tailored security frameworks, particularly ISO 27001, and how they benefit companies and suppliers under NIS2 scope. They delve into Rene’s journ...

In this episode of Secure and Simple Podcast, host Dejan Kosutic interviews Carlos Cruz, founder of Metanoia and ISO 9001 & ISO 14001 expert at Advisera. Carlos shares his journey in the consulting business, starting from the 1990s, and provides valuable insights on the do's and don'ts of building a successful consulting career. Learn how Carlos used writing, training, and strategic connection...