Women In Cyber

10 Bold Truths from Cyber's Most Influential Women

The Women in Cyber podcast wraps up its first series by reflecting on key takeaways from across the series, emphasizing the importance of continuous learning, diversity, collaboration, and community in the cybersecurity field. Host, Caitlin Harris, and Producer, Alex Zawalnyski, discuss insights from guests about work-life balance, the role of AI, compliance, and building a strong security culture, highlighting the unique perspectives women bring to the industry. * (00:53) - Reflections on the Podcast Journey * (03:05) - The Importance of Continuous Learning in Cybersecurity * (05:40) - Diversity of Backgrounds in Cybersecurity * (08:44) - Work-Life Balance and Avoiding Burnout * (11:34) - Collaboration in Cybersecurity * (14:42) - The Role of AI in Cybersecurity * (17:29) - Compliance as a Springboard for Security Success * (19:16) - Building a Strong Security Culture This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit podcasts.expertinsights.com [https://podcasts.expertinsights.com?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_1]

The CISO Survival Guide

In this final panel of Women In Cyber, host Caitlin Harris talks with Dana Simberkoff (Chief Risk, Privacy, and Information Security Officer at AvePoint) and Tia Hopkins (Chief Cyber Resilience Officer & Field CTO, eSentire) about the real challenges, lessons learned, and strategies of leading a team at the front line of cybersecurity. Dana and Tia share decades of experience and industry accolades, offering actionable advice that any cybersecurity professional—or aspiring leader—can use to improve their career, team, and organization. Listen now to hear from two of the top women shaping cybersecurity leadership today. Inside this episode: (01:20) - Introduction (07:30) - The biggest challenges that modern CISOs are facing (14:20) - How Agentic AI changes everything (18:25) - The one thing that would make life easier (26:30) - Fostering a culture of collaboration and accessibility (32:55) - What does the future hold? About Expert Insights Expert Insights helps security and IT professionals make smarter, faster cybersecurity decisions. We cut through the noise with clear, free, and unbiased shortlists, guides, and expert articles, so you can find the right tools, faster. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit podcasts.expertinsights.com [https://podcasts.expertinsights.com?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_1]

Secrets From The Cyber C-Suite

In this episode of Women In Cyber, host Caitlin Harris sits down with Janine Seebeck (CEO, BeyondTrust), Siroui Mushegian (CIO, Barracuda Networks), and Libby McIlhany (CPO, Pax8) to explore the challenges, strategies, and realities of women in the C-Suite. Janine, Siroui, and Libby share decades of executive experience, offering practical insights for aspiring leaders, current executives, and anyone curious about the realities of running a tech organization. Press play now to learn from the women shaping the future of cybersecurity from the top. Inside this episode: (01:20) - Introduction (03:15) - The Role of Cybersecurity in boardroom decisions (09:10) - Communication strategies for technical topics (15:00) - The perception of women in the C-suite (21:00) - Advice for people looking to forage a career in the C-suite (28:20) - The CEO difference (32:50) - Baking security into every decision (40:45) - What sort of legacy do you want to leave? About Expert Insights Expert Insights helps security and IT professionals make smarter, faster cybersecurity decisions. We cut through the noise with clear, free, and unbiased shortlists, guides, and expert articles, so you can find the right tools, faster. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit podcasts.expertinsights.com [https://podcasts.expertinsights.com?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_1]

Creating A Culture Of Security

Q: What does it take to build a security strategy that actually sticks? A: A culture that makes employees actually care about the security of their business. And we’re not just talking about awareness training and password policies. In this episode of Women In Cyber, host Caitlin Harris talks with Anne Cutler (Keeper Security), Molly McLain Sterling (Proofpoint), and Khush Kashyap (Vanta) about how you can cultivate a strong security mindset across your entire organization. Anne, Molly, and Khush share decades of experience leading global cybersecurity strategy, education, and governance initiatives, offering practical advice and inspiration for anyone looking to strengthen their organization’s security culture. Listen now to learn how these women are making security more human—and more effective. Inside this episode: (01:20) - Introduction (02:50) - Strategies for creating an effective, organization-wide security culture (08:00) - How to make security a shared responsibility (13:10) - The role of employee training (21:10) - Measuring success of culture changes (30:20) - The importance of GRC in building a strategy (36:45) - The place for empathy within cybersecurity (39:00) - The changes that women are making today About Expert Insights Expert Insights helps security and IT professionals make smarter, faster cybersecurity decisions. We cut through the noise with clear, free, and unbiased shortlists, guides, and expert articles, so you can find the right tools, faster. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit podcasts.expertinsights.com [https://podcasts.expertinsights.com?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_1]

The Truth About AI

In this episode of Women In Cyber, host Caitlin Harris talks with Nicole Carignan (Darktrace), Laura Ellis (Rapid7), and Emanuela Zaccone (Sysdig) about the cultural, technical, and strategic shifts AI is bringing to the field. Nicole, Laura, and Emanuela bring decades of experience across threat intelligence, data strategy, and AI product innovation, offering insights and inspiration for anyone looking to innovate at the intersection of AI and cybersecurity. Listen now to learn from the women shaping the future of AI in cyber. Inside this episode: (01:30) – Introduction (06:50) - The rise of Agentic AI (13:25) - The risks and rewards of deploying AI in the SOC (17:50) - The cases where AI shouldn’t be used (25:00) - How do you expect threat actors to harness AI? (30:00) - How women in cyber becomes a way of life (33:20) - Developing AI for technical and non-technical users (36:10) - Advice for breaking into the Cyber AI space About Expert Insights Expert Insights helps security and IT professionals make smarter, faster cybersecurity decisions. We cut through the noise with clear, free, and unbiased shortlists, guides, and expert articles, so you can find the right tools, faster. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit podcasts.expertinsights.com [https://podcasts.expertinsights.com?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_1]