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Balancing Security and Usability in IT: Lessons from Matt Huff
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In This Episode
Matt Huff shares his remarkable journey from factory work to becoming the CIO of Tanner LLC, one of the premier accounting firms in Utah. Matt discusses how Tanner has embraced cybersecurity as a core offering, providing services such as SOC 2 compliance, ISO 27001 audits, and penetration testing. He explains how his pragmatic approach to IT helps simplify complex systems and align them with business objectives.
Matt delves into his philosophy of keeping things simple and focusing on core business outcomes, emphasizing the importance of balancing security with usability. He highlights the significance of vendor security in today's SaaS-driven world and offers insights into how companies can evaluate their vendors' cybersecurity posture beyond just certifications.
Listeners will also gain valuable insights into how IT professionals can better communicate the value of security to business stakeholders and why understanding business objectives is crucial for IT success. Matt underscores the need for IT leaders to position themselves as enablers of growth rather than obstacles, ensuring that security measures support rather than hinder business operations.
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