NPC-Grade Security & Architecture

Logical Song: Zero Trust - The Forest, Not the Trees

In this episode, we discuss the concept of Zero Trust and its core principles, the challenges of implementing Zero Trust, the importance of architecture and culture, the impact of human behavior on security, and the role of identity in modern security.

Livin' on a Prayer: TPSRM

The conversation delves into the critical aspects of Third Party Security Risk Management (TPSRM), emphasizing the importance of continuous monitoring, vendor management, and the real impact of security. It explores challenges in TPSRM, differentiation of vendors, and the need to tailor TPSRM for different vendors.

Leader of the Pack: Leader vs Boss

The conversation delves into the distinction between leadership and management, highlighting the roles and responsibilities of each. It explores the traits of a good leader, the challenges of transitioning to a managerial role, and the impact of technical skills on leadership.

Stayin Alive: BC vs DR and Architecting for Resilience

The conversation delves into the essential concepts of Business Continuity (BC), Disaster Recovery (DR), Business Impact Analysis (BIA), Recovery Time Objective (RTO), and Recovery Point Objective (RPO), highlighting their complementary nature and the importance of ongoing conversations with the business to ensure effective resilience.

Lean on me: The Marriage of Security & IT

Discussing the marriage of security and IT, focusing on vulnerability management, SDLC, and culture shift. It emphasizes the importance of open dialogue, education, and collaboration between security and IT teams.