Off the Wire: A Play by Play on Cybersecurity and Technology Issues

Apr 07 2025 40 ep. 39 mins 1
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A bi-weekly podcast that helps you curb cybersecurity risk and tackle technology challenges

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E37 - How to Choose the Right Vendor for Your Business (Tips & Tricks)

Apr 07 2025 35 mins  
Mastering Technology Evaluations: Insights for IT Executives In this episode of 'Off The Wire,' IT executives Tanner and Anthony delve into the intricacies of technology evaluations, covering both hardware and software. With 35 years of combined experience, they discuss the importance of starting with the 'why,' involving the right people, and the significance of demos, pricing, an

E36 - IT Strategic Tech Planning: Communicating with Leadership Effectively

Mar 24 2025 30 mins  
Mastering Strategic Tech Planning: Communicating with Leadership Effectively In this episode of 'Off the Wire,' we dive deep into the essential topic of strategic technology planning and the importance of effectively communicating these plans to CEOs, executive leaders, and board members. Hosts Anthony and Tanner discuss their personal experiences and approaches to planning, includ

E35 - Mastering IT Project Management: Tips and Tools for Success

Mar 10 2025 52 mins  
Mastering IT Project Management: Tips and Tools for Success Welcome to Off the Wire, the podcast dedicated to helping you manage cybersecurity risks and tackle technology challenges. In this episode, hosts Tanner and Anthony dive deep into the world of project management, specifically IT project management. They begin by recounting their experiences and the critical importance of h

E34 - The Human Side of Cybersecurity: Building a Resilient Security Culture with Fletus Poston

Feb 24 2025 44 mins  
Building a Lasting Security Culture in Your Organization In this episode, hosts Tanner and Anthony, sit down with special guest Fletus Poston, a senior manager of security operations at CrashPlan, to discuss the creation and sustainment of a strong security culture within an organization. Fletus shares his extensive cybersecurity experience and emphasizes a human-centric approach t

E33 - Hackers Love OT - Here's How to Keep Them Out!

Feb 10 2025 27 mins  
Protecting Operational Technology Systems: Tips, Tricks, and Insights In this episode of Off the Wire, Tanner and Anthony dive deep into the world of operational technology (OT) systems, discussing what they are, their importance in various industries, and how to protect them effectively. The duo covers the significance of reliable hardware and software controls, referencing the in

E32 - Our Rules for Hardware Purchases: How We Pick Tech!

Jan 27 2025 52 mins  
Off the Wire: Exploring Tech Hardware Refreshes and Efficient Setups Join Anthony and Tanner in this insightful episode of Off the Wire as they discuss their philosophies on tech hardware, life cycles, and share their experiences with new tech devices. Whether it's choosing between desktops, laptops, iPads, smartphones, or even drones, Anthony and Tanner cover it all with real-worl

E31- Should I stay or should I go......away from Vmware?

Jan 13 2025 53 mins  
VMware vs. Nutanix: Making the Right Virtualization Choice for Your Business In this episode of 'Off the Wire,' we dive into a major decision facing businesses of all sizes: should you continue using VMware or explore alternatives like Nutanix? With VMware's recent acquisition by Broadcom and subsequent pricing changes, enterprises are re-evaluating their virtualization strategies.

E30 - From AI to Zero Trust: 2024's Tech Advances and What is Just Around the Bend in 2025

Dec 30 2024 51 mins  
Off The Wire: 2024 Tech and Cybersecurity Year in Review & 2025 Predictions In this episode of Off The Wire, hosts Anthony and Tanner cover a detailed review of 2024, focusing on significant advancements and incidents in technology and cybersecurity. They discuss notable headlines like the global IT outage caused by CrowdStrike, the Salt Typhoon incident involving Chinese hacke

E29 - IT Security Alerts: What You NEED to Know

Dec 16 2024 46 mins  
Critical Alerts in Cybersecurity: Best Practices to Avoid Alert Fatigue | Off The Wire Podcast Welcome to Off The Wire, the podcast that helps you curb cybersecurity risks and tackle technology challenges. In this episode, IT executives Tanner and Anthony share insights on effective alert systems in cybersecurity. Drawing from their combined 35 years of experience, they discuss rea

E28 - Microsoft 365 Secrets Unlocked: IT Pro Tips for 2024!

Dec 02 2024 44 mins  
Mastering Microsoft 365: Tips, Tricks, and Best Practices In Episode 28 of the 'Off the Wire' podcast, hosts Tanner and Anthony delve into Microsoft 365 (Office 365), offering a comprehensive guide on migrating, optimizing, and securing the suite. The episode covers essential aspects like hybrid architecture configurations, licensing tiers, and the importance of 2FA and logging for