Big Phish: Adventures in Tech

The Evolution of Cyber Threat Intelligence

Episode Overview: In this episode, Aileen Ward engages with the CISO of Centripetal to explore the development and significance of cyber threat intelligence. With experience spanning government roles, including SOC manager for the US Health and Human Services, our guest offers unique insights from the intersection of public and private sector expertise. Key Topics Covered: * From Government to Private Sector: The journey through the cybersecurity landscape, detailing the transition from leading security at a significant US government organization to overseeing operations at Centripetal. This discussion highlights the foundational experiences that inform current practices in cyber threat intelligence. * Foundations of Cyber Threat Intelligence: An expert breakdown of cyber threat intelligence, tracing its origins to military intelligence strategies. This comparison sheds light on the importance of informed, actionable intelligence in crafting cybersecurity defenses. * Cyber Threat Intelligence Evolution: A look at how cyber threat intelligence has transformed from early manual report generation to today's necessity for dynamic, real-time analysis to combat sophisticated cyber threats. * Collaboration and Information Sharing Challenges: Insights into the hurdles of collaboration and information sharing within and between government agencies, emphasizing the ongoing need for trust, efficiency, and adaptability. * Emerging Technologies and Cyber Threats: Discussion on how emerging technologies shape the cyber threat landscape, advocating for a proactive, intelligence-driven approach to cybersecurity. The importance of continuous learning and leveraging diverse intelligence sources is underscored. * Cross-Sector Collaboration: The critical role of collaboration across different sectors in strengthening cybersecurity defense strategies against evolving threats. Closing Thoughts: The episode emphasizes the vital role of cyber threat intelligence in the digital era, advocating for a strategic approach to anticipate and mitigate cyber threats. A must-listen for those interested in the dynamics of cyber threat intelligence and its importance in modern cybersecurity practices. Listen and Subscribe: Tune into this insightful episode on the Big Phish: Adventures in Tech Podcast, available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and Centripetal.ai. Subscribe to stay informed on the latest in technology and cybersecurity.

The Art of Aligning Security Methods with Business Operations

In this episode of the Big Phish Adventures in Phish podcast, Heath Taylor, an accomplished information security professional, shares his path into cybersecurity. His introduction into security occurred during his time in the United States Navy, where he worked in cryptography. Transitioning to the private sector, he realized his true passion was in aligning security with an organization's mission and business goals, particularly in collaborating with leadership. So, how can the delicate balance between fortifying organizational security and advancing business objectives be achieved, all while acknowledging the vital role played by security professionals in both safeguarding and fostering growth within organizations?

Building New Mindsets in Tech

Investing in people is often one of the most valuable investments a business can make, but how? Gina Plytas, founder of Pearls of Wisdom Consulting, shares how important retaining exceptional talent is, and often the key to achieving this lies in investing in their personal growth and well-being. With an impressive 25-year corporate career in Talent Development, Knowledge, and Learning within the financial services sector, she made a bold decision to follow her passion and become a Mindset and Peak-Performance Coach. Emphasizing the boundless opportunities available in the tech industry today, driven by the high demand for specialized skills - it’s important and often transformational for professionals to build new mindsets in the ever-evolving world of technology.

No One Knows Everything: Demystifying the Illusion

There are a lot of challenges in the tech industry, and often there are hurdles that don't allow for forward movement as quickly as one might like. But the industry also provides significant opportunity for growth. With a love for interactions, people and storytelling - Ashley Ladd is passionate about the work she does, believing that passion can help lead to success. As the Director of Diversity, Inclusion & Social Impact at Snyk, a developer security platform empowering organizations to develop fast and stay secure - Ashley leads the company's global Diversity, Inclusion & Social Impact strategy focused on building innovative programs, and partnering with leaders across the organization to drive impactful business outcomes. Often there is an illusion that professionals in her area, and others, know everything - but that's something to be demystified. How?

Arming Yourself to Invent, Succeed & Solve

There’s usually more than one way to solve a problem, but which one is the right one? Sometimes you have to fail to find out. Cody Baker, a Senior Incident Responder at AIG, interest in technology began as a kid playing video games. But before he began a career in cybersecurity he joined the Army, once holding the responsibility of standing guard at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. After serving, he transitioned to various roles in information technology and security, including working with the FBI. Always a team player with a strong growth and inventive mindset - Baker approaches his work with curiosity and creativity using a hacker mindset to identify vulnerabilities, develop effective solutions and invent new technologies.