KBKAST

Mar 04 2025 327 ep. 42 mins 12

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Unlike every other security podcast, we don’t get stuck down in the technical weeds. Our remit is to speak with experts around the globe at the strategic level – how security technology can improve the experience and risk optimisation for every organisation. The Voice of Cyber®

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Episode 299 Deep Dive: Gerry Sillars | Attackers Don't Take Holidays

Mar 04 2025 34 mins

In this episode, we sit down with Gerry Sillars, Vice President APJ from Semperis, as he discusses Semperis’ Holiday Ransomware Report. Gerry delves into the constant threat posed by attackers who don’t take holidays, emphasizing the need for organizations to protect their networks and systems at all times. He highlights the startling statistics from the report, such as 69% of

Episode 298 Deep Dive: Grant Bourzikas | Future-proofing Security

Feb 25 2025 40 mins

In this episode, we sit down with Grant Bourzikas, Chief Security Officer from Cloudflare, as he shares what lessons he learned from 2024. Grant emphasizes the industry’s need to move beyond outdated technology to enhance security postures and reduce complexities. He discusses the impact of artificial intelligence on security, the challenges of leveraging AI, and the necessity fo

Episode 297 Deep Dive: David Gee | Career Guide for Aspiring CISOs

Feb 20 2025 38 mins

In this episode, we sit down with David Gee, advisor at JS Careers, Bain & Company, and Emertel, as he shares insights on aspiring and growing into a CISO. David delves into the importance of international experiences, driving change, and effectively communicating with boards as key traits of a true leader. He reflects on personal experiences that shaped his leadership journey, emp

KBI.Media Update | Cordant launches DevSecOops

We are thrilled to announce the arrival of a new addition to our podcast family on KBI.FM: DevSecOps, brought to you by Cordant. Hosted by the insightful trio of Tom Walker (the infrastructure tragic), Scott Fletcher (the security ninja), and James Vincent (the cloud alchemist), this show promises to deliver a deep dive into the world of cloud, security, and infrastructure. Here ar

Episode 296 Deep Dive: Vishwanath Nair | Emergence of IT/ Cyber Leaders as Trusted Advisors and Business Value Creators

Feb 18 2025 36 mins

“The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed in this interview are solely Vishwanath Nair’s and do not necessarily reflect the views, policies, or positions of his employer, clients, or any affiliated organizations.” In this episode, we sit down with Vishwanath Nair, Head of Cyber Risk and Compliance at Baptist Care, as he explores the evolving partnership between IT and busi

Episode 295 Deep Dive: Shannon Murphy | C-Suite Security Challenges

Feb 13 2025 37 mins

In this episode, we sit down with Shannon Murphy, Senior Manager, Global Security and Risk Strategy from Trend Micro, as she explores the C-suite security challenges facing organizations today. Shannon emphasizes the importance of proactivity in cybersecurity, highlighting the shift from a reactive to a predictive approach to anticipate and counteract adversary strategies. We delve

Episode 294 Deep Dive: Fred Thiele | Importance of Cyber Security for Business Resilience

Feb 11 2025 39 mins

In this episode, we sit down with Fred Thiele, Chief Information Security Officer from Interactive, as he discusses the importance of cybersecurity for business resilience. Fred delves into the concept of business resilience, emphasizing the need to prepare for worst-case scenarios to ensure continuity during crises. He explains that understanding critical systems and establishing

Episode 293 Deep Dive: David Trossell | How To Move Data Faster Over WANs

Feb 06 2025 35 mins

In this episode, we sit down with David Trossell, CEO and CTO of Bridgeworks, as he discusses the advancement of WAN acceleration technology and its impact on data transfer speeds. David explores the historical evolution from broadband connectivity to modern-day WAN acceleration, highlighting the limitations of traditional WAN optimization methods. He explains how AI-driven paralle

KBI.Media Update | The Launch of KBI.FM

We’re thrilled to announce the launch of KBI.FM, our dedicated podcast network and channel aimed at creating a specialized precinct for cybersecurity podcasts. Here’s what you need to know: Expanding Beyond KBKAST: While our flagship podcast, KBKAST, remains a key focus, KBI,FM allows us to introduce a variety of valuable content outside of our own podcast, shedding light on a

Episode 292 Deep Dive: Mark Squirrell | From Arafat to Everest

Feb 04 2025 51 mins

In this episode, we sit down with Mark “Squiz” Squirrell, keynote speaker from Global Frontline, as he shares insights from his journey from Arafat to Everest. Mark emphasizes the importance of making early decisions and being flexible when dealing with unforeseen variables. He discusses the critical role of soft skills in building effective relationships, both within and outsi