12 O’Clock High, an award-winning podcast on business leadership, brings together stories from history, the arts, sports, movies, research, and current events to consider leadership lessons. In this episode, Tom Fox welcomes Robert Meyers, a veteran with over 30 years in cybersecurity, privacy, M&A security, and education.
The discussion spans Meyers’s vast professional journey from the early days of IT to the modern challenges and practices of data protection. They also explore the differences in cybersecurity and privacy perspectives between the US and Europe, the importance of cross-functional collaboration in organizations, and how new technologies like autonomous AI systems are reshaping security models. Meyers also shares his passion for Comic-Con and offers advice for students and new professionals considering a career in cybersecurity and privacy. The episode wraps up with insights into Meyers’s books and practical advice for integrating privacy principles and cybersecurity tools in today’s business environment.
Key highlights:
Robert Meyers’ Professional Background
Early Cybersecurity Challenges and Lessons
Evolution of Cybersecurity and Privacy
Privacy Perspectives: US vs Europe
Role of Executives in Cybersecurity and Privacy
Cross-Functional Collaboration in Privacy and Security
Innovative Cybersecurity Tools
Agentic AI and Its Implications
Comic-Con and Professional Insights
Career Advice for Aspiring Professionals
Resources:
Privacy Snippets for the Cybersecurity Professional on Amazon
Robert Meyers’ Profile on Amazon
Robert Meyers ‘on LinkedIn
Tom Fox
YouTube
LinkedIn
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