The Rise of the Modern CISO: From Protecting the Business to Leading It

The New Security Awareness Challenge: AI, Identity, and User Behavior with Josh Bloss

Technology is changing faster than most employees can keep up. Recorded live at GPSEC 2026, Marc Ashworth speaks with Josh Bloss about the future of cybersecurity awareness, identity security, OAuth risks, AI adoption, and how organizations can balance innovation with risk management. Josh explains why defining "normal" behavior is becoming more important than ever and how security leaders can help employees navigate increasingly complex technology environments.

When Ransomware Hits: Leadership, Tabletop Exercises, and the Reality of Incident Response with Brian Lourie

When a cyber incident occurs, leadership matters as much as technology. Recorded live at GPSEC 2026, Marc Ashworth sits down with Brian Lourie to discuss how organizations can prepare for ransomware attacks, build effective tabletop exercises, improve incident response processes, and lead through the uncertainty of a major cyber event. Brian shares practical insights on executive decision-making, business continuity planning, recovery prioritization, and why realistic testing is critical before a crisis occurs.

Why Cyber Leaders Must Become the “Department of Yes” with Andrew Wilder

Recorded live at GPSEC St. Louis, Marc Ashworth sits down with Andrew Wilder to discuss the future of cyber leadership in the age of AI. From shifting security teams from the “Department of No” to the “Department of Yes,” to building stronger teams through diverse thinking and empowerment, this episode explores what modern cybersecurity leadership really requires. Andrew also shares insights on: * Empowering security teams * Removing organizational roadblocks * Developing future leaders * Creating safe environments for innovation * Why great leaders want to be challenged A must-listen conversation for CISOs, cybersecurity professionals, and technology leaders navigating rapid change. #CyberSecurity #Leadership #CISO #AI #CyberPodcast

Changing landscape of ransomware with Zach Lewis Ep 37

The impact of ransomware is changing. Here Zach Lewis' take on how this is changing. The recording is live from GPSec St. Louis 2026 hosted by Guidepoint Security

The Rise of the Modern CISO: From Protecting the Business to Leading It

The role of the CISO is no longer just about protecting systems. It’s about leading the business through risk. In this episode, Marc Ashworth and Montez Fitzpatrick explore the evolution of cybersecurity leadership, the challenges CISOs face in gaining executive influence, and why understanding the business is more critical than ever. From reporting structures and budget myths to AI’s impact on the future of security, this conversation breaks down what it really takes to succeed as a modern CISO.