Talking Threat Intelligence

Over the course of interviewing dozens of security leaders on this podcast, one of my favorite questions is, “How do you hire?” Their answers always provide a great insight. That’s because after interviewing countless job candidates, they’ve learned the best approaches to help them figure out how a person really ticks. And more importantly, whether they will work well on their team. Jerry Heying,...

Mike Evans, MSyI M.ISRM AMBCI, Head of Intelligence at Securitas UK, is on the show this week. In this episode, he discusses how intelligence leaders can improve and grow their function within an organization. Expect to learn the value of soft ROI versus hard ROI, the importance of positioning yourself as a trusted advisor within a business, the ultimate sign your department has been successful, t...

Welcome to the latest episode of Talking Threat Intelligence, where we sit down with security expert Scot Walker to discuss how the retirement of the Baby Boomer generation will impact corporate security.   Scot Walker is the Principal Consultant at Walker & Associates and host of the Protective Future Podcast. With over 20 years of experience in the military, law enforcement, and corpora...

Sandra Stibbards, Owner & President of Camelot Investigations, is on the show to chat about executive privacy. In this episode, we discuss what close protection teams need to know about protecting their principal’s personal information online. You will learn how seemingly harmless bits of metadata can leave executives and other VIPs vulnerable to attackers, what you should tell clients to abso...

Kelly Pereira, CISM, a veteran OSINT practitioner with over 20 years of experience, is on the show this week. In this episode, she discusses the big mistakes new analysts make when they start on their OSINT journey. Expect to learn how to practice effective operational security online, the secret to making a successful transition from law enforcement to corporate security, Kelly’s “three-point” pl...

Chris Story, Director of Risk Intelligence & Security Consulting at Triumph Protection Group, is on the show this week. In this episode, he discusses applications for open source intelligence in physical security and investigations. Expect to learn where to get started with OSINT for physical security, the strengths and limitations of OSINT, the common mistake that trips up new OSINT practitio...

James Tunkey, Chief Operating Officer of I-OnAsia, is on the show this week. In this episode, James reveals three key things he believes every OSINT analyst should start doing to deliver better risk intelligence for clients. Expect to learn the biggest opportunity for OSINT analysts to differentiate themselves in the marketplace right now, the benefit of adding individuals with an insurance or fin...

Security departments have long had the reputation of being cost centers inside organizations. That makes it tough for managers and directors to ask for more budget. And their departments are often the first to see budget cuts during a recession. So how can security leaders avoid this problem? Alan Saquella, CPP, professor of Business, Security, and Intelligence at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical Univers...

Open-source intelligence, or OSINT, has become an increasingly important tool for close protection details. But because many intelligence analysts have never worked in the field, some struggle to provide the actionable insights needed to keep clients safe. So how can we address this problem? Denida Grow, Founder & CEO Athena Worldwide and Nannyguards as well as Managing Partner at LeMareschal...

Mass shootings in the workplace have become more frequent in recent years. And with employees returning to the office following the COVID pandemic, we’ve seen a spike in violent incidences. So how can security teams proactively address this problem? Drew Neckar, MBA, CPP, CHPA, President and Principal Consultant at Security Advisors Consulting Group, is on the show this week. In this episode, Drew...

Background checks represent the go-to method most organizations use to screen out unethical employees. But due to a growing number of problems, this system has started to fail employers. Russ Law and Yariv Lis, co-founders of Verensics, are on the show this week. In this episode, they explain the broken system behind background checks and why this technique fails to screen out problematic workers....

At Liferaft, we know from talking to hundreds of OSINT analysts that online misinformation presents a growing challenge. Social networks make it easier than ever for fake news to spread. And we have already seen how digital misinformation can have a corrosive effect on democracies. This presents a big problem for the OSINT community, too. After all, no one can deliver good intelligence with bad in...

Harry Kemsley, OBE, President of Government & National Security at Janes Group, is on the show this week. In this episode, he discusses how OSINT went from the 'poor twin' of the intelligence world to a foundational tool. Expect to learn how experienced OSINT analysts tackle mis- and disinformation online, where to get started when building an intelligence function, recruiting tactics that can...

What OSINT skills do employers want right now? And how can you stand out during the application process?  At Liferaft, we know from talking to hundreds of analysts that many want to take their OSINT careers to the next level. Unfortunately, OSINT as a profession is relatively new. So you won’t find as many clear milestones and certifications to guide your career. That can make breaking into t...

Transitioning from the public sector to corporate security is no easy task. Habits that served you well in the military and law enforcement may sabotage your success in the private sector. So how can you avoid this problem? Carlos Francisco, CPP, Regional Security Leader at one of the world’s largest social media companies and host of the Corporate Security Translator Podcast, is on the show this...

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Mail attacks pose a growing danger to companies, non-profits, and government agencies. Will Plummer, CSO of RaySecur, is on the show today. In this episode, we discuss the state of mail security and the growing challenge this presents for businesses. We also discuss: * Which organizations are most at risk for mail attacks. * How mail attacks will likely evolve over the coming years. * How security...

Intelligence analysts are increasingly turning to the "wisdom of the crowd" to help them make better predictions. Michael McCabe, CEO of Intelligence Fusion, is on the show today. In this episode, we discuss an emerging trend that has reshaped how organizations gather and analyze intelligence: crowdsourcing. We also discuss: * What is crowdsourced intelligence? * How crowdsourced data gives organi...

If you have recently transitioned from the military or law-enforcement to corporate security, then you may have noticed other stakeholders in your organization are skeptical (or even out right hostile) of your role. This presents a big problem for a new security professionals entering the private sector. Without allies in your organization, it becomes far harder to get anything done. That can jeop...

How will COVID reshape the world of event security? AJ De Rosa, Chief Revenue Officer of Evolv Technologies, is on the show this week. In this episode, we chat about the future of event security. We also discuss: The biggest risks to sport and concert venues. How COVID has rewritten the rules of event security. How slow screening system impact event profits. Links: Connect with AJ: https://www.evo...

When transitioning to corporate security, what is the biggest mistake that prevents former military and law-enforcement professionals from succeeding in their new role? Scot Walker, host of Scot Walker’s Protective Future, is on the podcast this week. In this episode, we discuss the importance of understanding company culture when starting a new position in the private sector. We also chat about:...

How do you conduct effective investigative interviews? Russ Law, CEO of Verensics, is on the show this week. In this episode, we discuss the common mistake security practitioners, especially those with military or law-enforcement backgrounds, often make when conducting investigative interviews. We also discuss: * How to get people to cooperate with your investigation (even if you have no formal au...

A personal brand can go along way towards distinguishing yourself from other professionals and unlocking new career opportunities. Chuck Andrews (MSME, CPP), founder of Friends of Chuck and the number one influencer in the security industry, is on the show this week. In this episode, we chat about the importance of establishing and building your personal brand as a security professional. We also c...

When it comes to celebrity protection, what separates the professional protector from the amateur bodyguard? Jerry Heying (CPP, PPS, CST), Security Director of the Executive Protection Institute, is on the show today. In this episode, Jerry reveals the biggest mistake protectors make when safeguarding VIP clients. We also discuss: * The Grayman school of executive protection. * How fake news and f...

How can analysts create more actionable threat intelligence ? Mike Evans, Head of Intelligence at Securitas UK, is on the show today. In this episode, we discuss the biggest mistake analysts make when crafting intelligence for decision makers. We also discuss: * Three ways to uncover your end-users’ hidden requirements. * Are you delivering finished intelligence or just data? * How to create actio...