The Virtual CISO Moment

Adam Evans is the AVP Information Security Officer for Generations Bank. He is a dedicated technologist with a passion for information security and 15+ years experience. He discusses AI, cybersecurity, IT infrastructure management or any related topics, and welcomes collaboration and networking opportunities with fellow professionals who share a passion for security and technology. In today's...

With over a decade of experience in the technology field, Jake McCoy, Founder of Hire A Geek Online, is passionate about learning and applying new software and hardware solutions to meet the needs of his clients. He has successfully completed multiple projects for small and medium businesses, as well as individual customers, delivering high-quality results and customer satisfaction. Join us as we...

Josh Bruyning is the Executive Producer and Co-Founder at Bruyning Media, where creative storytelling transforms technical jargon into engaging podcasts that resonate with audiences. His educational foundation in English and Information Security Systems from the University of Minnesota and Metro State University, respectively, underpins my approach to content that secures client messages in the ma...

Courtney Hans is the VP of Services for Amtrust Cyber. However, she wasn't always in cybersecurity. As an adventure travel guide, she traveled the world delivering bespoke, life-changing experiences. The flexibility, curiosity, and relentless customer-focus required have shaped my professional choices and achievements ever since. Join us as we discuss that investigative mindset and how those that...

We kick off season seven with an engaging conversation with Angelo Rysbrack, founder of Pronidus. Pronidus' mission is to serve as the indispensable bridge between IT professionals and auditors or consultants, fostering a culture of shared knowledge, robust security and continuous improvement. Pronidus translate complex security challenges into actionable strategies, ensuring that IT infrastructur...

Pete Strouse, CEO and Founder of InfoSec Connect, joins us for our last conversation of 2024. He has 10 years of experience recruiting in the cybersecurity industry, from technical engineering and architecture positions, to offensive security, DFIR, and security compliance. Join us as we dive into the cyber talent market challenges and opportunities! And be sure to check out his podcast Talent Gap...

Aaron M. Bostick is a seasoned CISSP-certified professional with 16+ years of expertise in IT Operations and Information Security Program Management. He excels in the implementation of ISO-27001, SOC-2, PCI, NIST 800-171, and CMMC security frameworks. During his tenure in leadership positions, including Deputy CISO at ThriveDX (formerly HackerU) and Manager of Information Security at K2 Software,...

Brian Montgomery is a hands-on technical expert and Army leader with 6+ years of penetration testing, telecommunication and network security, as well as intrusion detection experience. He is a team player with excellent communication skills, superior quality of work, and character. Today's episode includes military experience that helped him in his civilian career, the benefits of having the time...

Serial entrepreneur and tech leader Troy Crabtree joins us for the 171th discussion on The Virtual CISO Moment. Currently the CTO for Parking Management Company, he has a long, distinguished, and continuing career in technology, which includes a stint working with me at Middle Tennessee State University roughly 25 years ago. Join us as we talk tech, including how security personnel from security a...

Jim Bradfield, CEO of NAS Wireless, recently joined me on Tech Talk on NowMedia. You can catch other discussions with him and other tech pros every Thursday at 4 PM Central. https://nowmedia.tv/

John Martin is an accomplished cybersecurity leader with over 30 years of experience driving strategic initiatives, optimizing IT operations, and mitigating risks for complex organizations across on-premise and cloud infrastructures. He has a proven track record in building high-performing teams, implementing robust security frameworks, and delivering innovative solutions. Skilled in navigating co...

Stephan Timler is an Inside Sales Rep - Strategic Accounts (Communications, Media, Technology and Manufacturing) for Splunk. As such, he is responsible for sourcing and advancing opportunities from strategic accounts using multi-channel prospecting, relationship building, analytical skills and discovery skills. We discussed the role and importance of sales in the information security ecosystem, a...

Ryan Gallagher is Attorney at and Co-Owner of Ritter Gallagher. Ritter Gallagher advises organizations across virtually all industries on data privacy and cybersecurity compliance, planning and response, working closely with corporate in-house privacy professionals and information security teams to meet regulatory obligations and develop policies and procedures to mitigate the occurrence and impac...

In this episode, I introduce Tech Talk, a new show on NowMedia TV. Dr. Byron Reese, author of The Fourth Age: Smart Robots, Conscious Computers, and the Future of Humanity and Dr. Pamela Gay, Senior Scientist at Planetary Science Institute joined me on my first episode that aired in October. Get a taste for Tech Talk and catch full episodes very Thursday on NowMedia TV.

Lucas Gates is a Managing partner with Triton Infosec's Cyber Security Practice. In this role, he partners with clients to identify risks to modern-day threats through penetration testing, web application vulnerability testing, social engineering and network vulnerability assessments. He has vast experience in all types of technical security testing, application security, and application developme...

Are you facing or have you dealt with discrimination or retribution in the workplace? Heather Wallander is the founder of JustiProof. JustiProof is more than just an application – it's a solution for anyone facing discrimination or retaliation, especially those who no idea where or how to fight back. Even if you have never been in a toxic work environment, it can happen to anyone. Learn how to add...

Sheryl Benedict is a PCI DSS enthusiast and information security and compliance leader with over 25+ years of experience in providing various services for companies ranging from small private companies to Fortune 50 / 500 Global Organizations. She is also one of 24 globally renowned PCI SSC women in payments leaders in the payments industry. She was a PCI DSS speaker at the North America and Europ...

Cary Johnson has developed a fully managed phishing awareness and auditing program that provides true value to phishing simulations. Legacy phishing simulators lack a performance measurement framework that undeniably measures impact. His innovative performance measurement framework establishes true baselines and resets them monthly to provide objective incremental impact metrics - ultimately answe...

Kodjo Hogan is an experienced Information Security Professional boasting a wealth of Operational and Project Management experience. He has 10+ years of experience leading teams of 10+ staff members. He has been integral to award-winning projects with annual budgets ranging from $100K-$5.7M. He possesses a dynamic mix of experience offering a uniquely holistic perspective on Information Security, T...

Matthew Quammen's journey in cyber security dates to dial-up internet and AOL accounts. He has seen first hand the disastrous effects of Data Loss. His father was a blue-collar business owner who lost a significant portion of the value of his life's work due to a Data Loss Event. He is passionate about working with the right partners to help companies from falling victim to the same outcom...

Since the very first days of the Internet, Warner Moore has been part of tech. His love for technology and for building things, for easily and effectively sharing information, and for communicating with people across the world are why he is dedicated to helping companies improve their tech. As the founder of Gamma Force, a large part of what he does is provide innovative strategies for augmenting...

Mark Burnette is the Chief Growth officer for LBMC and the author of Risky Business: Cybersecurity Leadership the Right Way. Driving growth (increased revenue) has been an important part of his career. During his 30+ years in the professional world, he has helped start and build service lines for three major professional service firms, led a boutique consulting firm as President, and co-founded, b...

Shane Simmons is the Senior Director IT Security, Global Lending Services LLC. As a seasoned IT executive with over a decade of experience, he specializes in driving cybersecurity and information technology strategies that transform organizations. His expertise as both a Chief Information Officer (CIO) and Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) uniquely positions him to lead comprehensive digit...

Pius Emmanuel Papka is a Malware Engineer (Internship) with the Army War College, Abuja, Federal Capital Territory, Nigeria. We discuss his reasons for entering the cybersecurity field, serving his country, and his desired career growth path. He also provided some tips to me about Football (Soccer to Americans). Finally, he provides the answer to the question: if Americans receive scam emails from...

Matthew Harvey an information security professional with both deep and wide experience in the field of computers and networking. He has been in the computer business full-time since 1997, and has done a little bit of everything. He has expertise in everything from intrusion detection and malware analysis to Cisco LAN and WAN internetworking configuration, as well as database and web development, d...