Cyber Narratives

14. Women are Critical in cyber Security. How can you Hire & Retain them?

Women are crucial to the effectiveness of any cybersecurity team. They possess a unique ability to perceive risk differently than their male counterparts, an invaluable trait in a field that depends on accurately assessing risk to make optimal decisions. Also, they're tons of fun to work with! Our guest, Jane Frankland, is a serial entrepreneur, speaker, and brand ambassador dedicated to inspiring women and driving significant change in cybersecurity. She founded IN Security, a movement aimed at closing the gender gap in the field. In this episode, we discuss the importance of increasing female representation in corporate environments. We explore strategies for hiring and retaining more women in the workforce. The key to success in these endeavors is surprisingly straightforward: it involves listening to their perspectives and adapting our approaches to be more inclusive. Additional Tips for Attracting More Women to Your Security Department: * Track your application data to identify where potential barriers exist. * Ensure job descriptions are gender-neutral, as male-centric language can deter women from applying. * Be mindful of parental responsibilities and strive to offer flexible options whenever possible. While we focus on women, these practices are equally important for supporting non-binary individuals. Enjoy the podcast? Please consider sharing it with someone that you love. I would love you back in return :) Have questions ot feedback? Reach me at mathieu@cybernarratives.com

13. Can you limit your liability in 2024?

Given all the cyber security legislation in place today, how can we limit our risk exposure? It's not just about business liability. Individuals can be help personally accountable through their actions. Directors, CEOs, and CISOs all hold personal responsibility. Rohan Massey is a legal expert on data, privacy and cyber security. He shares his stories on how he deals with today's changing legal landscape for his clients. His lesson on better dealing with risk? Document. Listen in and you'll see why! Feel free to share your comments below. You can also email me at mathieu@cybernarratives.com Chapters: 00:00 Intro 00:34 How Rohan got started 02:42 Handling Cyber Incidents 04:15 The 72 crucial hours after a breach 10:03 Recent Sanctions 12:52 Consequences of Negligence 16:51 Liability in Supply Chain Attacks 21:16 Measuring Exposure 24:29 Understanding Insurance Contracts 25:25 Challenges with New Legislation 28:55 The Role of CISOs and Legal Teams 31:11 Define Personal Liability 36:22 This or That 37:58 Can you Pay Ransoms? 40:13 Insider Threat 44:26 Tips for CISOs and Executives

12. Leadership and Resilience in Times of Crisis with Jonathan Hemus

Crises! They only happen rarely. But boy are they impactful when they (Crowd)strike. Crisis management veteran Jonathan Hemus shares his narratives on breakthrough events that shook businesses to their core. From plane manufacturer Boeing to aluminum manufacturer Norshikidro, you'll learn what it takes to rise to the occasion to prove that your organization delivers on its mission. If you liked it please leave it a review :) Also, is there a friend that likes stories about cybersecurity? Share them the link. They'll love you (at least) forever.

11. Rethink Cyber Decisions with Data with FAIR creator Jack Jones

Organizations rarely properly assess their cyber risks. In fact they are almost never correct in their analysis of their top 10 risks. Risk measurement pioneer Jack Jones talks about how he created Factor Analysis of Information Risk methodology to assess risk. Through this episode you'll understand how to make better decision through data analysis and the surprising reasons why leaders are becoming more analytical and less technical! I would be eternally grateful if you could share with one person. Merci!

10. AI is Becoming a Vulnerability

Pamela Krzypkowska is the AI director of research for the Polish Ministry of Digital Affairs. In this episode, we dive into the complexities of AI—not just as a tool for protection but also a vulnerability hackers exploit. You'll discover the essential balance between human oversight and AI capabilities. Understanding AI is crucial for employees to shield themselves from costly attacks. Join us for a revealing session that combines expert insights with practical strategies. Engage with us to transform how you perceive and interact with AI in the cybersecurity realm. Tune in to learn, engage, and secure!