The Professional CISO

What happens when a teenage hacker becomes one of the most respected cybersecurity leaders in the industry? In this high-octane episode of The Professional CISO Show , David Malicoat sits down with Pete Nicoletti , Global CISO of the Americas at Check Point Software, for a brutally honest and wildly entertaining journey through decades of cybersecurity evolution. From running ISP networks and gett...

Sponsor: Valence Security ( www.valencesecurity.com ) EP68 – Live at CISO XC DFW with Valence Security and Combined Arms In this live episode from CISO XC DFW, host David Malicoat sits down with Yoni Shohet, CEO and Co-Founder of Valence Security, to unpack the explosive growth of SaaS, the evolving shared responsibility model, and why SSPM (SaaS Security Posture Management) is a security frontier...

Sponsor: HivePro ( www.hivepro.com ) EP67: Threat Exposure Clarity, CISO Certification Origins & Startup Security Strategy Live from CISO XC DFW, this episode of The Professional CISO Show features two powerhouse conversations. First, David Malicoat sits down with Critt Golden of Hive Pro to demystify Continuous Threat Exposure Management (CTEM) and explore how Hive Pro helps CISOs move from f...

Sponsor: Infoblox ( www.infoblox.com ) 🎙 EP66: Building CISO Community – Live from CISO XC Austin (Presented by Infoblox) The Professional CISO Show with David Malicoat From DFW to Austin and beyond, the CISO XC community is expanding—fueled by genuine connection, trust, and shared purpose. In this live episode from CISO XC ATX, David Malicoat sits down with security leaders Mickey Disabato and Jo...

Sponsor: Magic Mirror Security ( www.magicmirrorsecurity.com/thpc ) 🎙 When the Lawyers Come for CISOs — Aravind Swaminathan on Risk, Responsibility & the Law Guest: Aravind Swaminathan, Global Co-Chair, Cybersecurity & Data Privacy, Orrick Episode Summary CISOs have always managed risk — but are they ready to manage legal exposure? In this gripping episode, David Malicoat sits down with Ar...

Sponsor: Netskope ( www.netskope.com ) On Location at CISO XC ATX: www.cisoxc.com THPC EP64 – CISO XC Austin: Veterans, Mid-Market Cyber & Responsible AI In this special episode recorded live at CISO XC’s inaugural Austin event, host David Malicoat brings you ground-level conversations with leaders shaping modern cybersecurity—from national defense to mid-market innovation. Lance Taylor (CLEAR...

Sponsor: Infoblox ( www.infoblox.com ) 🎙 The Professional CISO Show – Episode 63 Live from CISO XC Austin: Real Talk on AI, Data Governance & CISO Careers Sponsored by Infoblox 🎧 Episode Summary In this dynamic episode recorded live at CISO XC Austin, host David Malicoat sits down with cybersecurity thought leader and attorney Shawn Tuma , and former Neiman Marcus cybersecurity leader Louis M...

Sponsor: Netskope ( www.netskope.com ) EP62 | Building Real Cybersecurity Communities + AI Clarity with Dr. Anand Singh (Live from CISO XC ATX) Sponsored by Netskope What happens when a CISO-led community takes root in a new city — and how do you cut through the noise around AI in cybersecurity? In this special episode recorded live from the inaugural CISO XC ATX event in Austin, host David Malico...

🎙️ The Professional CISO Show – Episode 61 Guest: Nathan Wright, CISO at Textron Host: David Malicoat Sponsor: Armis Check out the Armis 2025 Cyberwarfare Report: www.armis.com/cyberwarfare Visit Armis at RSAC, North Hall, Booth N-5457: www. armis.com/rsac2025 🎧 Episode Summary: In this episode of The Professional CISO Show , host David Malicoat sits down with Nathan Wright, CISO at Textron, to e...

Guests: Ryan Rene Rosado & Chris Boykin | Sponsor: Infoblox ( www.infoblox.com ) Recorded live at CISO XC Austin In this special on-location episode of The Professional CISO Show , host David Malicoat brings you powerful conversations recorded at CISO XC in Austin , where cybersecurity leaders gathered to tackle today’s most pressing challenges—from career transitions to DNS-layer security. 👩...

🎙️ Live from Austin: Conversations from the Inaugural CISO XC ATX | Sponsored by Netskope In this special event episode, The Professional CISO Show hits the road to Austin, Texas for the inaugural CISO XC ATX Conference , where community, innovation, and leadership take center stage. Host David Malicoat sits down with Rich McCrohan of Andromeda Security and David Elcock , advisor to Netskope, for...

In this special Industry Series kickoff episode of The Professional CISO Show , host David Malicoat is joined by Mohit Tiwari (CEO & Co-Founder) and Anand Singh (Chief Security and Strategy Officer) of Symmetry Systems for a compelling conversation on the future of data security , the rise of DSPM (Data Security Posture Management) , and the emerging intersection of AI, identity, and access ....

🙄 Stop Rolling Your Eyes: AI Is Your CISO Leadership Opportunity The Professional CISO Show – Episode 57 Hosted by David Malicoat This episode is brought to you by Symmetry Systems, The Data+AI Security Company. ( www.symmetry-systems.com ) 🎧 Episode Summary: In this solo commentary episode, David Malicoat issues a direct challenge to security leaders everywhere: stop rolling your eyes at AI—it’...

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🎙️ Episode Summary How can CISOs break into the boardroom and become key players in corporate strategy? In this episode, Debra von Storch , former Ernst & Young (EY) senior partner turned accomplished board director , joins host David Malicoat to reveal what it takes for cybersecurity leaders to elevate their influence at the executive level. With decades of experience advising CEOs, CFOs, and...

🔐 How do CISOs transition from cybersecurity leaders to business executives and board members? In this episode of The Professional CISO Show , I sit down with Alain Espinosa to explore his journey from IT operations to board readiness and leadership. We cover building business acumen, navigating the boardroom, professional development strategies, and the evolving role of CISOs in enterprise risk...

🚀 In this episode of The Professional CISO Show, we sit down with Chris Hetner, seasoned cybersecurity leader and board advisor, to discuss the evolving role of CISOs, cybersecurity risk management at the board level, and the professionalization of the CISO function. Chris brings decades of experience from Wall Street, the U.S. Securities Exchange Commission, and his current advisory role at the...

The Professional CISO Show - Episode 52: The Future of Professional Organizations for CISOs 🎙️ Hook: Are the current professional organizations truly serving the needs of CISOs, or is it time for a new approach? In this episode of The Professional CISO Show , host David Malicoat takes a deep dive into the evolution of cybersecurity professional associations, weighing the opportunities and challeng...

👉 Listen Now: A deep dive into the biggest cybersecurity lessons, trends, and leadership insights from 50 episodes of The Professional CISO Show ! 🔍 Episode Summary In this Year in Review episode, host David Malicoat reflects on the biggest cybersecurity trends, challenges, and insights from 50 expert conversations in 2024. 🔥 What You’ll Learn: • The Evolution of the CISO Role – From technical...

🎧 Episode Summary: In this episode of The Professional CISO Show , host David Malicoat chats with Paul Reyes, VP and CISO at AccentCare, about his incredible journey from the Air Force to leading critical infrastructure cybersecurity efforts. Paul’s career path is filled with twists, lessons, and actionable insights that every cybersecurity leader can learn from. Discover how Paul transitioned fr...

🎙️ Episode Title: Securing the Supply Chain: Insights from Christine Gadsby of BlackBerry 🌟 Episode Summary: In this insightful episode of The Professional CISO Show , David Malicoat sits down with Christine Gadsby, VP & Chief Information Security Officer at BlackBerry, to explore the intricacies of application security (AppSec), software supply chain management, and the ongoing professionali...

🎉 Hook: Step into the New Year with a reflective journey that celebrates growth, perseverance, and the messy beauty of progress. This special episode dives into the heart of transformation and what it means to truly embrace the grind. ✨ Episode Summary: In this reflective and heartfelt episode, David Malicoat shares a deeply personal journal entry written in January 2024. He offers insights into...

🎄 The Professional CISO Show - Episode 47: Twas the Night Before Christmas 🎅 Hook: This week, we’re celebrating the holiday spirit in a truly special way! Join David Malicoat as he shares a personal family tradition, spreading warmth and joy with a timeless classic. Summary: In this festive episode, David reads Clement C. Moore’s beloved poem, The Night Before Christmas . This heartwarming tradi...

🎧 Episode Summary: In this episode of The Professional CISO Show , host David Malicoat sits down with David Chamberlin , Managing Director of Strategic Communications Advisory at Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP . With a career spanning journalism, corporate communications, PR, and legal advisory, David brings a unique perspective on how CISOs can navigate crises, build trust, and manage re...

In this episode of The Professional CISO Show , host David Malicoat welcomes back cybersecurity attorney Shawn Tuma for a deep dive into the legal challenges facing CISOs. Shawn shares his journey of writing a comprehensive book on cybersecurity law, offers practical advice on navigating liability risks, and emphasizes the importance of building stronger partnerships between CISOs and General Coun...