Trust, Loyalty & Insider Risk with Christopher Burgess

Trust, Loyalty & Insider Risk with Christopher Burgess

In this episode of Fortify Your Future, Ken Carrasco sits down with Christopher Burgess, former CIA officer, former Senior Security Advisor at Cisco, author, and insider risk expert, for a discussion on trust, loyalty, organizational culture, and the evolving nature of insider risk. Christopher challenges conventional thinking around insider threat programs and explains why insider risk is often a leadership and organizational coherence issue rather than simply a security or technology problem. Together they explore: • The difference between trust and loyalty • Insider risk and organizational culture • Leadership blind spots • Organizational coherence and workforce alignment • Behavioral indicators and trustworthiness • Hybrid work and workforce volatility • AI and insider risk • Executive responsibility for organizational resilience This conversation is designed for corporate security leaders, CISOs, executive protection professionals, HR leaders, risk managers, legal professionals, and executives responsible for building resilient organizations. About Christopher Burgess: Christopher Burgess is a former CIA officer, former Senior Security Advisor at Cisco, author, speaker, and recognized expert in insider risk, organizational trust, and security leadership. Connect with Christopher on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/burgessc/ Articles by Christopher Burgess: https://www.csoonline.com/article/4064326/coherence-insider-risk-strategys-new-core-principle.html https://www.csoonline.com/article/4127687/the-blind-spot-every-ciso-must-see-loyalty.html https://www.burgessct.com/christopher-burgess-articles/ Fortify Your Future features executive-level conversations focused on security leadership, risk management, crisis management, executive protection, workplace violence prevention, and organizational resilience. Follow Fortify Your Future on Spotify to receive new episodes every week.

Leading Global Security Operations with Robert Dodge

In this episode of Fortify Your Future, Ken Carrasco speaks with Robert Dodge, CEO of Prosegur Global Risk Services, about corporate security leadership, crisis management, workplace violence prevention, and the future of global risk operations. Robert shares lessons from leading enterprise security operations across more than 90 countries, including leadership during critical incidents, managing global teams, and how AI is shaping the future of security operations. Topics include: • Corporate security leadership • Executive protection • Workplace violence prevention • Crisis management • Enterprise risk management • Security career development • AI in security operations Fortify Your Future is a leadership-focused podcast for professionals responsible for safety, security, organizational resilience, and executive risk oversight. Connect with Robert Dodge on LinkedIn: Robert L. Dodge | LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/rldmmm/]

Neill Marshall and Kurt Mosley - The First 90 Days Secret That Turns New Leaders into Long-Term Successes

On this episode of Fortify Your Future with Ken Carrasco, an interview with Neill Marshall and Kurt Mosley.Most leaders overlook the power of their first 90 days but what if this critical window determines your entire leadership legacy? In this eye-opening episode of Fortify Your Future, Neil Marshall and Kurt Mosley reveal how top executives leverage symbolic acts, deep listening, and strategic visibility to build earned authority from day one.We break down actionable frameworks, such as the importance of symbolic wins, and exploring "earned authority", the trust built through consistent behavior rather than titles. Discover the subtle but powerful leadership moves, from walking the floors to personal visibility, that can make you unforgettable in your new role.This episode is perfect for emerging leaders, seasoned executives stepping into new roles, or anyone looking to transform first impressions into sustained trust and influence. If you believe leadership is built through moments that define your reputation, you’ll find practical tips, inspiring stories, and a clear path forward. Connect with Neill Marshall on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/neillmars... [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqblJRTTk5VmZCUjFqelUycjVHSEZ5eEFSaGxfZ3xBQ3Jtc0tsV0szdHkydTkxcmtmeHZXQXNRa0ZyTU80UzJzMHl3TFVxSkhFazhqbEpheDBST3dXeE1qU3ZkMXZYcTV3MTlCeWJMdl9odks5cEY2bUpYTnp2ZDZ3Tjd0eVdnQkdacWRiREhBM19JVlhBZzlNS2pLbw&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.linkedin.com%2Fin%2Fneillmarshall%2F&v=IFQShDwetWA] Connect with Kurt Mosley on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/kurt-mosl... [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbW5CX0VNdThtcGZ6VXB1bDFFazVLMHlXTWR5d3xBQ3Jtc0trLTVsMVhXSTAybVNWMzN2bHBjYWVYajl2ckhiNWFjam9NWWFuejBGa3otWEdIR2d1Q0FpVEZSem5CSlNVcG5qLWVlcENLVl9DTTJhNlAyQ3Z2VEpLajVpSGtUb1lJOEZjZ1JEam1pZUltNXpybDhkaw&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.linkedin.com%2Fin%2Fkurt-mosley-01893212%2F&v=IFQShDwetWA] Get your FREE E-Books with coupon code mentioned in podcast:https://kencarrasco.gumroad.com [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbFVzek82SlQ2STU0U0o2UjZlODVjWW1JR25aUXxBQ3Jtc0trQXl0LUVTeWJiYjBXb0Q3LUlENVR6ckRkUjV1N1dZeC1scnM0ZE1vQWRYWEc2NURGTlJfalNkUS1PSDdIcWJUbzhrRTFVcUp6M1U4bVJmWUVIWFZybEZjRnJJV0JEb093S2RDTDVmZEJ6LUVsQVRuYw&q=https%3A%2F%2Fkencarrasco.gumroad.com%2F&v=IFQShDwetWA] / [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbFVzek82SlQ2STU0U0o2UjZlODVjWW1JR25aUXxBQ3Jtc0trQXl0LUVTeWJiYjBXb0Q3LUlENVR6ckRkUjV1N1dZeC1scnM0ZE1vQWRYWEc2NURGTlJfalNkUS1PSDdIcWJUbzhrRTFVcUp6M1U4bVJmWUVIWFZybEZjRnJJV0JEb093S2RDTDVmZEJ6LUVsQVRuYw&q=https%3A%2F%2Fkencarrasco.gumroad.com%2F&v=IFQShDwetWA]https://kencarrasco.gumroad.com/l/qapkoe [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbFp3ZlJGT3NBMW8tSVBGaGw1N1pRVE43YzVuZ3xBQ3Jtc0tscUpieW51N2pUVVFZRDdsbXFEa2pEZGNCb09uWnJYR25LRFgyZi10U09JTlJrRm5fSEpWV0gweGhjX3NENFdJbC1OZzBUMHFGR091N2NuQjREa1JfektTRG9sMXJLeXdXRDRMSTdhVzE4U1NHSUxBaw&q=https%3A%2F%2Fkencarrasco.gumroad.com%2Fl%2Fqapkoe&v=IFQShDwetWA] https://kencarrasco.gumroad.com/l/vfeeii [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbnRJWG9WbU5HM1ZTSGU0WUVNNGlTSmluQTlrZ3xBQ3Jtc0trRzN1cWVJbDdfSUJYYWJvamhFSDMxX2pRQXVBR2dlVHpFZE5YRXdVUFE1aVdBYTBYbUV5WUpOYnE1MElTTFlvcU9XZjc3X1pfZnpiY0VSTFM0aHFBeW5iN1NHVjRYZWVGbUtnOS1OZTJWZVViU193MA&q=https%3A%2F%2Fkencarrasco.gumroad.com%2Fl%2Fvfeeii&v=IFQShDwetWA]

Sebastian Prooth - The Hidden Barrier to Security Success: Breaking Down Organizational Silos

On this episode of Fortify Your Future with Ken Carrasco, an interview with Sebastian Prooth:Most security leaders are overwhelmed by data, working tirelessly but struggling to leverage it for real business impact. Sebastian Prooth reveals how security teams can turn their mountain of information into strategic intelligence that drives proactive decision-making and how ignoring this opportunity risks falling behind in a rapidly evolving industry.Sebastian Prooth is a program management and security leader with over a decade of experience running large, complex operations across tech, manufacturing, and critical infrastructure. Over the years, he’s led global security programs, managed teams of hundreds, and overseen portfolios worth tens of millions of dollars—but at the core, he’s someone who cares about getting the fundamentals right and making things actually work in the real world. Connect with Sebastian on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/sebastianprooth/ Get your FREE E-Books with coupon code mentioned in podcast: https://kencarrasco.gumroad.com/ https://kencarrasco.gumroad.com/l/qapkoe?layout=profile https://kencarrasco.gumroad.com/l/vfeeii?layout=profile

Phillip Moldoff - Empowering Security: From Cost Center to Business Enabler

This interview on "Fortify Your Future" features Ken Carrasco and Phillip Moldoff discussing the evolving role of physical security in organizations. Phillip, a seasoned security professional, emphasizes the importance of being a business enabler rather than just a cost center. He highlights the need for strong networking, the integration of technology, and the strategic use of data to demonstrate the value of security programs. The conversation also touches on the significance of mentorship, the transition from public to private sectors, and the future of security with AI and technology consolidation. Phillip shares insights on aligning security objectives with business goals and the importance of storytelling in communicating security's impact. The discussion is rich with practical advice for professionals looking to advance in the security field. Connect with Phil on LinkedIn: Phillip Moldoff | LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/phillip-moldoff-global-safety-and-physical-security-executive/]