In this episode of The New CISO, host Steve Moore speaks with Ben, Director of Group Security and Architecture at Bilfinger, about the role of self-awareness, confidence, and communication in effective cybersecurity leadership. Ben shares his unconventional path to becoming a CISO, how he applies the “done is better than perfect” philosophy, and wh…

In this episode of The New CISO, host Steve Moore talks with Nithin Reddy, Global VP of Cybersecurity at Dayforce, about how his dual roles in cybersecurity leadership and education shape his approach to building stronger, smarter teams. Nithin reveals how teaching cybersecurity not only amplifies his impact but also sharpens his communication and …

In this episode of The New CISO, host Steve Moore speaks with Rich Durost, Chief Information Security Officer at Froedtert ThedaCare Health, about his journey from West Point cadet to cybersecurity leader—and what slicing cake has to do with building effective security programs. Drawing from 23 years in the military and over 15 years in cybersecuri…

In this episode of The New CISO, host Steve Moore sits down with Michael Mendelsohn, CISO at Majesco, to discuss his journey in cybersecurity—from his early days as a software developer to leading security for a major insurance software company. Michael shares insights into the evolving role of a CISO, the intersection of security and technology, a…

In this episode of The New CISO, host Steve Moore sits down with Yannick Herrebaut, Cyber Resilience Manager at the Port of Antwerp-Bruges, to explore his unconventional journey from intern to security leader. Yannick shares how his early passion for technology, sparked by gaming and building his own PCs, laid the foundation for his career in cyber…

In this insightful episode of The New CISO, host Steve Moore reconnects with Azzam Zahir to explore his career evolution, from cybersecurity leadership to his recent role as a vertical CIO at General Motors. Azzam shares candid reflections on his conscious decision to leave his 12-year tenure, embracing change, and navigating personal growth in lea…

In this insightful episode of The New CISO, host Steve Moore sits down with Sanju Misra, Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) at Alnylam Pharmaceuticals, to explore the pivotal moments that have shaped her impressive career in cybersecurity leadership. Sanju shares her strategies for navigating career transitions, the importance of aligning wi…

In this episode of The New CISO, host Steve Moore is joined by Sanju Misra, CISO and IT Risk Leader at Alnylam Pharmaceuticals. Sanju shares her journey from a college side hustle on a typewriter to becoming a security leader in the pharmaceutical industry. Along the way, she reflects on the importance of taking risks, embracing roles outside of yo…

In this episode of The New CISO, host Steve Moore welcomes Ryan Shaw, Director of Information Security at Bond Brand Loyalty. Ryan shares his unique journey from working in kitchens and warehousing to becoming a leader in cybersecurity. He reflects on the importance of career change, battling imposter syndrome, and the challenges candidates face in…

Summary: In this episode of The New CISO, host Steve Moore speaks with Nicola Sotira, Head of CERT at Poste Italiane, about his journey from technical expert to business leader, all while following his dreams. Nicola shares the importance of mentorship, the value of building strong teams, and how he applied a Viking mentality to overcome challenges…

Episode Summary: In this episode of The New CISO, host Steve Moore is joined by Nicola Sotira, head of CERT at Poste Italiane. Nicola shares his journey from working on cryptographic devices in the pre-internet era to leading security teams today. His early work with assembly language, hardware security, and cryptanalysis offered unique challenges,…

In this episode of The New CISO, host Steve Moore sits down with Larry Pfeifer, CEO and President of Metrics That Matter, for a deep dive into the evolving role of the CISO and the increasing importance of cybersecurity insurance. Larry offers valuable insights drawn from his unconventional career in cybersecurity, sharing advice for CISOs and entr…

In this episode of The New CISO, host Steve is joined by Larry Pfeifer, CEO and President of Metrics That Matter. Although Larry is not a CISO, he has worked in many adjacent fields, including the US military, university IT research, sales engineering, and more. As a result of his vast experience, Larry has a unique lens on cybersecurity. Listen to…

In this episode of The New CISO, Steve is again joined by guest Grant Lockwood, Comedian, DJ, and the Chief Information Security Officer at Virtus Health. Today, Grant returns to explain how his approach to effective communication has evolved since becoming a security leader. Listen to the episode to learn the difference between safety and security…

In this episode of The New CISO, Steve is joined by guest Grant Lockwood, Chief Information Security Officer at Virtus Health. After starting his career in an administrative position, Grant found himself getting bored. After being urged by his wife, Grant turned things around and is now a DJ, comedian, and, of course, a successful CISO. Listen to t…

In this episode of The New CISO, host Steve is joined by returning guest Sándor Incze, CISO at CM.com. In part two of his interview, Sándor shares his strategies for boosting team productivity. As a long-time security leader, Sándor understands how to get the best out of his team. Listen to the episode to learn more about the difference between ner…

In this episode of The New CISO, host Steve is joined by guest Sándor Incze, CISO at CM.com. Today, Sándor shares his untraditional path to a dual career in the Infosec and law enforcement industries. Through diligence, initiative, and automation, Sándor has been able to balance both of his life’s passions. Listen to the episode to learn more about…

In this episode of The New CISO, host Steve is joined again by guest Ash Hunt, Global CISO at Apex Group Ltd. Today, Ash shares how he transitioned from his career as a jazz musician into the vastly different world of cyber security. He also reveals his tips as a leader and a decision-maker. Listen to the episode to learn more about Ash’s unique pr…

In this episode of The New CISO, Steve is joined by guest Ash Hunt, Global CISO at Apex Group Ltd. Today, Steve and Ash dive into the action of M&A (mergers and acquisitions) and how to conduct it well. As a CISO at one of the world’s largest administrators, Ash shares his valuable insight on loss, risk, and revenue generation in a constantly chang…

In this episode of The New CISO, host Steve is joined again by guest Ron Banks, CISO at Toyota Financial Services. In part two of his interview series, Ron shares his career advice for new cyber leaders. Listen to the episode to learn more about Ron’s take on China’s strategies, the importance of being inquisitive, and why we must be calm under cha…

In this episode of The New CISO, host Steve is joined by guest Ron Banks, CISO at Toyota Financial Services. In part one of his two-part interview, Ron shares how he transitioned from a fighter pilot to a cybersecurity leader. He also digs into what is required for a joint government, private industry, cyber offensive response. Listen to the episod…

In this episode of The New CISO, host Steve is joined by guest Mani Masood, Head of Information Security and Applied AI at a prominent healthcare MSP. Also a professor and family man, Mani’s various life experiences shaped his impressive decades-long career. Today, he shares his insight on balancing education with experience and embracing AI as a s…

In this episode of The New CISO, Steve is joined by returning guest Dr. Adrian Mayers, VP and CISO at Premera Blue Cross. As a veteran CISO, Dr. Adrian reveals his stress management and career tips. He also shares his thoughts on AI and its effect on the current threat landscape. Tune in to this week’s episode to learn more about determining your n…

In this episode of The New CISO, guest Chris Fredrick, Deputy CISO at Baxter International, returns for the final part of his interview series with host Steve. In parts one and two, Chris shared his background and the lessons he’s learned during a breach. Today, Chris joins host Steve to discuss maintaining a productive outlook while looking for a …

In this episode of The New CISO, guest Chris Fredrick, Deputy CISO at Baxter International, returns for the second part of his interview series with host Steve. In part one, Chris shared his background and the beginning of his professional journey. Today, Chris joins host Steve to discuss a pivotal moment in their careers: a significant breach. Lis…

In this episode of The New CISO, Steve is kicking off the first part of a three-part series with guest Chris Fredrick, Deputy CISO at Baxter International. Chris began his career as a technician and met Steve on a small security team managing a large network. Now, Chris joins today to share key lessons from his early career and set the stage for th…

In this episode of The New CISO, Steve is joined by guest Scott Moser, CISO at the Sabre Corporation. After twenty-five years, Scott retired from the Air Force to try his hand at the private sector. Now, Scott is transforming the CISO role from technical expert to business executive. Listen to the episode to learn more about Scott’s professional jo…

In this episode of The New CISO, Steve is joined by guest Mike Melo, CISO and VP of IT Shared Services with LifeLabs. After switching his studies from human viruses to computer viruses, Mike dedicated his career to technology and the people who use it. Today, he shares his methodologies for post-breach cyber-security transformations and leading rem…

In this episode of The New CISO, Steve is joined by guest Dan Creed, CISO at Allegiant. Dan first discovered his love for computers as a teenager. He has since then channeled his skills into a career in security leadership, where he balances his technical expertise with business acumen and storytelling. Today, he shares his thoughts on supply chain…

In this episode of The New CISO, Steve is joined by returning guests Michael Meis, Associate CISO at The University of Kansas Health System, and Mark Weatherford, the Chief Strategy Officer at The National Cybersecurity Center. For the 100th episode, Mark and Michael are back to share their thoughts on decision-making, mentorship, learning, and lea…

In this episode of The New CISO, Steve is joined by guest Maria Sexton, Chief Information Officer at the University Medical Center of Southern Nevada. Before starting her security career, Maria worked as a self-described secretary, seeking a better financial future for her family. Now, with her dream job, she shares how to become a strong communica…

In this episode of The New CISO, Steve is joined by guest Frank Vesce, CISO for Allvue Systems. Beginning his life in a Brooklyn orphanage, Frank is now a cyber security leader, government advisor, youth mentor, and community advocate. Today, he joins Steve to discuss the technical and human side of cyber security. Tune into today’s episode to lear…

In this episode of The New CISO, Steve is joined by guest Brad Sexton, Chief Information Officer, and Information Security Officer at Terrible’s. After having issues with a Dot Matrix printer, Brad was inspired to transition from a career in education to IT. Through conflict, change, and self-reflection, Brad has become the effective leader he is t…

In this episode of The New CISO, Steve is joined by guest Andrew Wilder, Adjunct Professor at Washington University in St. Louis and a multi-time CISO. After eighteen years, Andrew left a job he loved to transition into global security. Now, he gives back to the cybersecurity community by sharing his insight as a professor and mentor. Tune into tod…

In this episode of The New CISO, Steve is joined by guest Suid Adeyanju, CEO and Co-Founder of RiverSafe Ltd. Although his parents dreamed of Suid becoming a lawyer or a doctor, Suid had a passion for technology. Although his path was challenging, Suid shares how he successfully transitioned from a security engineer to an entrepreneur. Tune into th…

In this episode of The New CISO, Steve is joined by guest Jeff Schilling, Global CISO for Teleperformance. Jeff returns to discuss a pressing issue for CISOs: Insider threats. With credentialed attacks on the rise, Jeff shares his take on the “flattening” of this evolving threat. Tune into today’s episode to learn more about the ABCs of bad actors,…

In this episode of The New CISO, Steve is joined by guest Chris Nolke, multi-time CISO, and founder of Skycrane. Chris had decades of cybersecurity experience before starting his own company. As a neurodivergent leader and life-long learner, Chris navigates the workplace with self-reflection and candor. Tune into today’s episode to learn more about…

In this episode of The New CISO, Steve is joined by guest Peter Frochtenicht, National Manager for Security and Compliance and CISO at NEC Australia. A technician by nature, Peter has decades of experience across multiple countries. Today, he joins the podcast to discuss the complexities of AI and the benefits of time-saving tools. Tune into today’…

In this episode of The New CISO, Steve is joined by guest Michael Meis, Associate CISO of the University of Kansas Health System. Beginning his career in the U.S. Army Signal Corp, Michael eventually transitioned into government consulting and the private sector. Today, he shares his philosophies on leadership and ownership in the cybersecurity fie…

In this episode of The New CISO, Steve is joined by guest Adam Currie, CSO at HCL Software. Adam started his career 27 years ago, working the night shift as a main frame operator before working his way up in the security world. Today, he shares how he builds trust within his team, company, and himself. Listen to the episode to learn more about his …

In this episode of The New CISO, Steve is joined by guest Mike Kelley, CISO of the E.W. Scripps Company. Mike worked as an auditor before eventually jumping into cyber security. Reflecting on his past, Mike shares how balancing ambition with transparency is critical to success. Listen to the episode to learn more about Mike’s auditing experience, f…

In this episode of The New CISO, Steve is joined by Martin Fisher, CISO at Northside Hospital. An information security veteran, Martin has worked in the commercial aviation, finance, and healthcare industries and was an award-winning podcast host. Today, he shares how to build a unified team and his approach to managing mental health. Listen to the…

In this episode of The New CISO, Steve is joined by guest Jeff Farinich, SVP of Technology Services and CISO at New American Funding. First starting his career as a general contractor, Jeff now prides himself on solving security problems. Today, Jeff shares how he makes career decisions and manages his organization’s risks. Listen to the episode to…

In this episode of The New CISO, Steve is joined by guest Laura Louthan, Founder & vCISO at Angel Cybersecurity. Originally from Britain, Laura moved to Los Angeles to explore new opportunities before transitioning into IT. Eventually starting her own business, Laura shares her self-sufficient approach to cyber security. Listen to the episode to le…

In this episode of The New CISO, Steve is joined by guest Rupa Parameswaran. At the time Rupa joined the show, she was Head of Security at Amplitude. Now, she’s transitioned to a new role as VP of Security & IT at Handshake. Growing up, Rupa was initially given a choice: to marry or become a doctor or engineer. With the support of her family, Rupa …

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In this episode of The New CISO, Steve is joined by guest Mark Weatherford, CISO and Head of Regulated Industries at AlertEnterprise. After many years in CISO roles, Mark eventually found himself in the White House. Reflecting on his incredible career journey, Marks evaluates the opportunities that led him to success. Listen to part one of this epi…

In this episode of The New CISO, Steve is joined by guest Sandy Dunn, Lead Consultant, and Founder at Quark IQ. After spending years in healthcare, Sandy pivoted into a start-up before being laid off. Now embarking on the next stage of her career, Sandy shares the valuable lessons she’s learned and how she embraces life’s challenges. Listen to the …

In this episode of The New CISO, Steve is joined by returning guest Steve Magowan, VP of Cyber Security at Blackberry. Steve returns to dig into the reality of data science and AI and ML in cyber security. Breaking through the buzzwords, Steve understands the current state of technology and how it's used to protect revenue today. Listen to the epis…

In this episode of The New CISO, Steve is joined by Jackie Mattingly of Owensboro Health. With a passion for technology since childhood, Jackie first began her career in IT. Today, she shares how an experience with a malicious insider transitioned her into a career in information security. Listen to the episode to learn more about Jackie’s career j…