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RSAC Building Trust and Resilience Across the Future of Secure ConnectivityAs 5G, IoT, and edge networks expand, secure connectivity defines digital trust. This session presents a practical roadmap for building resilience and governance into connected ecosystems. Using the proven CPD framework, this podcast will explore how leaders can embed commitment, preparedness, and discipline to ensure trust continuity. Dave Chatterjee, Visiting Professor, Pratt School of Engineering, Duke University Tatyana Sanchez, Content & Program Coordinator, RSAC Kacy Zurkus, Director, Content, RSAC

2025-12-1524 min

RSAC A CISO's Field Guide to Securing AI AgentsAI agents are rapidly moving into production, creating a fundamentally new and complex attack surface for enterprises. While the promise of "digital teammates" is immense, the security risks they introduce, from prompt injection, hijacked tool use to multi-agent collusion, are unprecedented. How can security leaders move beyond traditional frameworks to govern, protect, and respond to these powerful, autonomous systems? Join this RSAC podcast with authors of the groundbreaking book, “Securing AI Agents – Foundations, Frameworks, and Real-World Deployment." who will cut through the hype to provide a practical, actionable guide for CISOs, security architects, and AI developers. Ken Huang, CEO, DistributedApps.ai C...

2025-12-0134 min

RSAC The Evolution of Youth CybercrimeAccording to recent research, the average age within cybercrime is 19 years old. This trend highlights the urgent concern over the rise of youth cybercrime. The pathway into youth cybercrime has dramatically widened, fueled by platforms like gaming communities, online forums, new communication tools, and the growing accessibility of AI tools. This podcast will take you inside the evolving world of young cyber offenders. We’ll explore the evolution of youth cybercrime, examining how the youth are initially drawn into these activities, the tactics they employ, and the solutions to intervene. Zino Haro, Co-Founder, Youth for Privacy Tatyana Sanchez, Content & Program Co...

2025-11-1231 min

RSAC Championing Sustainable and Human-Friendly SecurityOrganizations invest heavily in securing systems but often overlook protecting the people using those systems. Security teams need to shift from blame and bureacuracy to connecting with users and developers to understand the workflows and the reoccuring mistakes. Tune into this podcast to learn how security teams can become champions of solutions that are not just technically sound but human-friendly and sustainable. Dwayne McDaniel, Developer Advocate, GitGuardian Tatyana Sanchez, Content & Program Coordinator, RSAC Kacy Zurkus, Director, Content, RSAC

2025-11-0512 min

RSAC Cybersecurity Awareness Month: Staying Safe OnlineIt's officially Cybersecurity Awareness Month with the theme being ‘Stay Safe Online’ this year. It’s an important month as it helps organizations and people build awareness and serves as a reminder to follow best practices to ensure digital safety. Tune into this podcast as RSAC is joined by the National Cybersecurity Alliance team who will delve into the history and transformation of Cybersecurity Awareness Month to help boost your security awareness. Lisa Plaggemier, Executive Director, National Cybersecurity Alliance Cliff Steinhauer, Director, Information Security & Engagement National Cybersecurity Alliance Tatyana Sanchez, Content & Program Coordinator, RSAC Kacy Zurkus, Director, Content, RSAC

2025-10-2029 min

RSAC Bridging the Gap: Cybersecurity and AccessibilityOrganizations often spend a lot of time ensuring they're complying with cybersecurity standards and regulations, but often, accessibility standards are overlooked. Accessibility, in a sense, starts with compliance as well. However, cybersecurity vendors, platforms, and programs often don't know these standards exist, don't know the legal ramifications of not adhering to them, and don't know how to even begin to make the necessary changes. Tune into this podcast to learn how to bridge the gap between accessibility and cybersecurity. Florian Beijers, Accessibility Expert, Dexxit Tatyana Sanchez, Content & Program Coordinator, RSAC Kacy Zurkus, Director, Content, RSAC

2025-10-0113 min

RSAC Intro to Building a Security Blueprint for Agents: Where to StartForbes recently reported that 81% of organizations cite AI agents as a top or high priority compared to other AI initiatives, with 51% of organizations already deploying AI agents. Building AI agents can be both rewarding and challenging, and if not built correctly, they can create major security risks. How can organization safely build agents? Tune into this podcast to get a security blueprint when building agents. Manish Kumar Yadav, Principal Security Architect, SAP Jim Rotan, VP, Head of Application Security & Automation, SAP Tatyana Sanchez, Content and Programming Coordinator, RSAC Kacy Zurkus, Director, Content, RSAC

2025-09-1518 min

RSAC Building Resilient Systems at ScaleLearn how to design and maintain resilient, high-availability systems that scale. This session dives into real-world outage scenarios and the engineering strategies that enabled rapid recovery. Discover proven techniques like graceful degradation, fallback logic, and fault isolation, plus practical guidance on scaling cloud-native services. We’ll explore how to balance cost vs. availability, apply reliability patterns, and build systems that withstand failures helping your organization deliver reliable, scalable services even under stress. Ravi Teja Thutari, Senior SOftware Engineer, Hopper Tatyana Sanchez, Content & Program Coordinator, RSAC Kacy Zurkus, Director, Content, RSAC

2025-08-0709 min

RSAC Start with Story: What the RSAC Program Committee Wants to Hear About Today’s SOC ChallengesThe RSAC™ 2026 Call for Submissions is now open! Wondering what will WOW the reviewers? We asked our Program Committee members what’s front of mind for them, and they want to read about everything from industry challenges in the SOC to the art of threat intelligence to where AI is having the most impact. Join us to learn how to make your RSAC 2026 Conference submission stand out. Speakers: Etay Maor, Chief Security Strategist, Cato Networks Pamela Fusco, Chairman & Founder, CBG and ZuluTails Tatyana Sanchez, Content & Programming Coordinator, RSAC Kacy Zurkus, Director of Content, RSAC

2025-08-0624 min

RSAC Common Vulnerability Scoring System: Unpacking What's New in Version FourEvery vulnerability announcement comes with a score. We’ve all seen them. We’ve all panicked when they are high. But where did that score come from, how was it calculated, and what is up with that string of random letters next to it? Those answers and more in this intro to where Common Vulnerability Scoring System (CVSS) scores come from, what's new in version 4, and the parts you aren't doing. Speakers: Chris Taylor, Principal Consultant, Taksati Consulting, Kacy Zurkus, Director of Content, RSAC, and Tatyana Sanchez, Content & Programming Coordinator, RSAC

2025-07-2819 min

RSAC Call for Speakers: Tips & StrategiesPlanning to submit a session proposal for the RSAC™ 2026 Conference? This podcast offers essential guidance on navigating the Call for Speakers (CFS) process. Join us as we speak with a Program Committee Member who will provide valuable tips and insights on crafting a compelling and innovative submission. Learn how to make your proposal stand out before the CFS opens later this month. Speakers: John Elliott, Principal Consultant, Withoutfire and Pluralsight Author Tatyana Sanchez, Content & Program Coordinator, RSAC Kacy Zurkus, Director, Content, RSAC

2025-07-1421 min

RSAC Courage and Resilience : Getting it, Keeping it, and Growing itJennifer Leggio will discuss her RSAC(TM) 2025 Conference session on how it's critical that practitioners find ways to unlock courage, in the right ways, at the right times. This podcast will show every attendee how to turn their dulcet roar into a grand one, and change the trajectory of their cyber careers, and they will be given a clear format on how to make this happen. Speakers: Jennifer Leggio, Chief Strategy Officer, W2 Communications, Kacy Zurkus, Director of Content, RSAC, and Tatyana Sanchez, Content & Programming Coordinator, RSAC

2025-06-1617 min

RSAC Unmasking the Risks of Generative AI DeceptionGenerative AI is revolutionizing content creation, from news to entertainment. But as AI tools create increasingly realistic text, images, and video, the line between truth and fiction blurs. This podcast episode dives into the critical ethical and security challenges posed by deceptive generative AI. Tune in to explore the implications and potential solutions! Speakers: Aparna Achanta, Principal Security Architect, IBM, Tatyana Sanchez, Content & Programming Coordinator, RSAC, Kacy Zurkus, Director, Content, RSAC

2025-06-0915 min

RSAC Beyond Learning to Code: How to Get Kids Curious About CybersecurityAs technology evolves, it's hard to imagine what the cybersecurity workforce of the future will look like. What skills will they need, what new roles will emerge? Regardless of 'what,' the industry will need, they will need a human workforce. So how can the practitioners, parents, and educators inspire curiosity in young people so that they see cybersecurity as a career path of interest where they belong? Listen in as RSAC explores this topic with industry influencers. Speakers: Jason Blanchard, Content & Community Director, Black Hills Information Security David Brumley, CEO, Mayhem Security John Hammond, Principal Security Researcher, Huntress Kacy...

2025-05-1424 min

RSAC Your Cybersecurity Career and YouThe cybersecurity industry is in a constant state of flux, presenting both challenges and opportunities for professionals at all levels. Staying ahead requires more than technical skills; it demands strategic thinking and ability to stay relevant. In this talk we will share my insights about the future of the industry and how you can find a place to start or continue your career and reach the top. Speakers: Alex Holden, CISO, Hold Security, LLC Tatyana Sanchez, Content & Program Coordinator, RSAC Kacy Zurkus, Director, Content, RSAC

2025-04-0416 min

RSAC Third Party & Vendor Risk Management: The Program Committee's PerspectiveWith RSAC™ 2025 Conference just around the corner, join us for a sneak peek into the Third Party & Vendor Risk Management track. We're thrilled to welcome the program committee for this track as we preview the key themes and trends emerging from this year's submissions. The committee will share their perspectives on the critical insights and valuable takeaways attendees can expect to gain from this year’s sessions. Speakers: Edna Conway, CEO, Board Director, Sr. Nonresident Fellow, EMC Advisors, Active Cypher, Attabotics, Critical Start, Cyber Re, Carnegie Endowment for International Peace Todd Inskeep, Executive Cybersecurity Advsior, Incovate Solutions Tatyana Sanchez, Content & Prog...

2025-04-0129 min

RSAC Guiding the Guide: Influence in Crisis ModeThis Podcast explores the essential skills needed to effectively influence leadership during a crisis. It begins by exploring different roles of crisis management and attendees will learn the importance of understanding what motivates the stakeholders and how aligning with these priorities enhances influence and explores the importance of building trust and credibility long before a crisis hits. Speakers: Nas Hajia, Seucrity Architect, Director, Okta Tatyana Sanchez, Content & Program Coordinator, RSAC Kacy Zurkus, Director, Content, RSAC

2025-03-2819 min

RSAC Unpacking the Critical Infrastructure Track: A Committee PerspectiveIn this Podcast, we're joined by the Critical Infrastructure Program Committees to discuss the exciting submissions they've received for RSAC 2025. We'll delve into the key trends they observed, what submissions stood out to them, and what they're most looking forward to experiencing at Conference. Tune in to hear valuable insights and reflections from these industry experts. Speakers: Dawn Cappelli, Director, OT-CERT, Dragos Patrick Miller, CEO, Ampyx Cyber John Johnson, CISO, Docent Institute, & Founder/CEO, Aligned Security Tatyana Sanchez, Content & Program Coordinator, RSAC Kacy Zurkus, Director, Content, RSAC

2025-03-0721 min

RSAC Empowering Seniors: Practical Cybersecurity for the Digital AgeSeniors face growing cyberthreats like phishing and identity theft. This session simplifies cybersecurity, offering practical tools and strategies to help older adults and their caregivers recognize and avoid scams. Attendees will gain clear, actionable steps to protect themselves and their loved ones from evolving online dangers. Speakers: Alex East, Senior Solutions Engineer, Armorcode Tatyana Sanchez, Content & Program Coordinator, RSAC Kacy Zurkus, Director, Content, RSAC

2025-02-2024 min

RSAC A Conversation with Our Security Strategy & Architecture Program CommitteeIn today’s technological landscape, integrating AI into business operations presents both opportunities and complex security challenges. Our podcast will explore the importance of our Security Strategy and Architecture track, which examines robust security strategies from a diverse set of subject matter experts. We will cover foundational topics including the evolution of defense in depth, advanced threat modeling, adherence to established and evolving security standards and frameworks, and addressing more sophisticated attacks. We’ll also highlight innovative solutions and open-source frameworks shaping security, helping businesses enhance their security posture, comply with regulations, and fully harness emerging technologies to drive growth and...

2025-02-0524 min

RSAC Behind the Scenes of the Hackers and Threats TrackYes, winter is here, and some may find this time of year unbearable. But on the bright side, we're approaching RSAC 2025. And as we approach April, we're excited to bring together the Hackers & Threats track Program Committee Members. Tune into this podcast as they'll disclose behind-the-scenes insights, what they've seen in their tracks, which sessions stood out to them and why, and of course, what they're most excited about for RSAC 2025. Greg Day, VP & Global Field CISO, Cybereason Nicole Little, Security Products and Partnerships Manager, Netflix Tatyana Sanchez, Content & Program Coordinator, RSAC Kacy Zurkus, Director, Content, RSAC

2025-01-2926 min

RSAC Father and Son, CISO and Psychologist: Navigating the Digital AgeRichard Bird and Xavier Bird are father and son. Richard has spent 3 decades in technology and cybersecurity. Xavier, like most of Gen Z, is a digital native. He also happens to be a doctoral candidate in psychology who has focused his attention on adolescent counseling and the impact digital experiences have on the development of self-image among children consuming a steady diet of feeds and streams from video games to influencers. From the pitfalls of “algorithmic parenting” to the ripple effects of social media culture on identity formation. Tune in to this podcast as this father and son duo unpack the...

2025-01-1029 min

RSAC Inside the RSAC Program Committee: Device Security & AccessibilityAs we approach RSAC 2025, we're excited to bring together the Program Committee Members (PCMs) from our Device Security & Accessibility track. Tune into this podcast to learn what Device Security and Accessibility means, what topics the PCs saw trending in the submissions, and what people can look forward to learning about at the Conference. Speakers: Justin Merhoff, Director of Security, Deque Systems Maggie Morganti, Senior Director of Product Security, WorldPlay Smitha Sriharsha, Sr Manager Platform Security Engineering, F5 Networks Tatyana Sanchez, Content & Program Coordinator, RSAC Kacy Zurkus, Senior Content Manager, RSAC

2024-12-1624 min

RSAC Jingle All the Way to Safety: Cyber Security Tips for the HolidaysAs the holidays approach, many are well into their shopping sprees. It's an exciting time to prepare for the holiday season and spend time with loved ones. However, with cyberattacks on the rise, we can expect a significant increase in cyberattacks during this season. Join this podcast to explore safety and security tips for online shoppers, learn about current cyberthreats, and discover actionable steps to protect yourself from becoming a victim of cybercrime. Speakers: Bailey Marshall, Customer Engineer, Security, Google Tatyana Sanchez, Content & Program Coordinator, RSAC Kacy Zurkus, Senior Content Manager, RSAC

2024-12-0322 min

RSAC Cyber Resilience for SMEs: Practical Data Privacy and Security StrategiesSMEs often face significant hurdles in protecting their data due to limited resources and expertise. This podcast explores practical strategies to help SMEs strengthen their cybersecurity posture. Attendees will learn how to implement scalable solutions, leverage training and mentorship programs, and stay informed about emerging threats. By enhancing their cyber resilience, SMEs can improve compliance, build trust with customers, and ultimately drive business growth. Speakers: Praise Ayodele, Graduate Researcher, University of Central Missouri Tatyana Sanchez, Content & Program Coordinator, RSAC Kacy Zurkus, Senior Content Manager, RSAC

2024-11-2519 min

RSAC Governing AI Innovation: Balancing Ethics and ComplianceAs AI rapidly integrates into our lives, it presents both immense opportunities and significant risks. This podcast explores the urgent need for robust governance frameworks to ensure AI is used responsibly. We will delve into ethical guardrails, risk mitigation strategies, and best practices inspired by academic AI principles. Join us to discover how to harness AI's power while upholding your organization's values. Speakers: Brian Warshawsky, Director, Research Ethics and Compliance, University of California, Berkeley Tatyana Sanchez, Content & Program Coordinator, RSAC Kacy Zurkus, Senior Content Manager, RSAC

2024-11-1927 min

RSAC Election Security: Best Practices and Emerging ThreatsIn today's digital age, the integrity of our elections faces unprecedented threats from malicious actors. Our U.S. local elections are particularly vulnerable to these global threats, making it more crucial than ever to build cybersecurity resilience to safeguard our election security system. This podcast explores the critical issue of election security, emphasizing the need for a collaborative and proactive approach. Join this talk as we delve into the bipartisan nature of election threats, highlighting the shared vulnerabilities faced by campaigns across the political spectrum. We discuss actionable steps that individuals, campaigns, and organizations can take to enhance their cybersecurity...

2024-10-1520 min

RSAC RSAC 2025: Call for Submissions TipsSummer is coming to an end and fall is approaching, which means RSAC 2025 Call for Submissions will be opening soon. Each year, RSA Conference receives an incredible amount of submissions from speakers globally, but what makes a submission stand out to the Program Committee? As you explore topics and ideas, we want to share some helpful tips to keep in mind when submitting your presentation. Join this podcast with Program Committee member, John Elliot, who will share some helpful tips and guidance to those interested in submitting their ideas for RSAC 2025. Speakers: John Elliott, Principal Consultant, Withoutfire and Pluralsight Author ...

2024-08-2721 min

RSAC DevSecOps Insights and Exciting HorizonsTune in as RSAC 2024 DevSecOps Program Committee Members discuss the trends pulled out from the DevSecOps track. Join this podcast to hear the latest trends, their significance, and what track submissions are telling us about today’s cybersecurity landscape and much more. Speakers: Akira Brand, Application Security Engineer, Akira Brand Consulting Jennifer Czaplewski, Senior Director, Target Chris Romeo, Chief Executive Officer, Devici Tatyana Sanchez, Content & Program Coordinator, RSA Conference Kacy Zurkus, Senior Content Manager, RSA Conference

2024-04-0525 min

RSAC Neglected Essentials: The Overlooked Basics of Cloud SecurityThis podcast shares research that reveals how many of the most common cloud security risks—despite being tied to basic security guidelines such as the Principle of Least Privilege—are widely overlooked in organizations of all sizes, even in those with a high maturity level in terms of cloud security. We'll explain why that is and investigate approaches to reduce your risk. Speakers: Neil Carpenter, Principal Technical Evangelist, Orca Security Bar Kaduri, Research Team Leader, Orca Security Tatyana Sanchez, Content and Programming Coordinator, RSAC Kacy Zurkus, Senior Content Strategist, RSAC

2024-03-1319 min

RSAC Reducing Data ExposuresMany organizations have fallen victim to data breaches and exposure. It is crucial to strengthen security as the rise of cyberattacks increases. What are some strong measurements to reduce the risk of data exposure? Join the RSAC 2024 Governance, Risk, and Compliance Program committee as they discuss what decision-makers need to think about from a compliance perspective. Speakers: Elliott Franklin, Chief Information Security Officer, Fortitude-RE James Lugabihl, VP Security - Governance Risk & Compliance, ADP Jamie Sanderson Reid, Director, Cyber Governance Risk & Compliance (GRC), The AES Corporation Tatyana Sanchez, Content and Programming Coordinator, RSAC Kacy Zurkus, Senior Content Strategist, RSAC

2024-03-0119 min

RSAC The Basics: Privacy by DesignProtecting data is a critical key when developing products, systems, or services. What are some privacy measures to consider? Join us for a discussion on the overview of Privacy By Design and how to implement it into practice. Speakers: Kim Wuyts, Manager Cyber & Privacy, PwC Belgium Tatyana Sanchez, Content and Programming Coordinator, RSAC

2024-02-1513 min

RSAC What's Trending in Privacy & Data Protection?With differing privacy approaches that expand many geographies, more organizations are focused on building a strong privacy program. Is it time for Privacy by Design? And where exactly is the intersection between privacy and security? Join the RSAC 2024 Privacy & Data Protection Program Committee for insights into why privacy was a strong trend in the RSAC 2024 submissions. Speakers: John Elliott, Principal Consultant, Withoutfire & Pluralsight Author Laura Koetlze, VP, Group Research Director, Forrester Research Kacy Zurkus, Senior Content Manager, RSA Conference

2024-01-2529 min

RSAC Is It Time to Move on From SMS?Recent studies have found that SMS users increasingly do not trust the confidentiality and integrity of SMS, with users also reporting that they can not trust the true identity of the sender. Cybercriminals are able to exploit the weaknesses of this authentication tool, yet it continues to be a technology widely used and relied upon for perceived security in mobile messaging. Join this podcast to learn more about the weaknesses in SMS texting and why it might be time to move on to more robust security technologies. Speakers: Tatyana Bolton, Security Policy Manager, Google Kacy Zurkus, Senior Content Manager, RSAC

2023-12-1118 min

RSAC Threat Modeling - Using the DIPP Method (Detect, Identify, Protect, Prevent)Threat modeling is a process that is essential for organizations to use to combat threats, and for mitigating risks. Threat intelligence is a component that can be applied as a method for use with threat modeling to ensure that all risks and vulnerabilities are being properly assessed and techniques are used to protect assets. In this podcast, we'll discuss threat modeling and implementing threat intelligence to identify threat behavior and eliminate risks. Speakers: Tanisha L. Turner, Senior Security QA Engineer, Security Engineering Productivity, Elastic Kacy Zurkus, Senior Content Manager, RSAC

2023-08-3016 min

RSAC Security Testing at Scale for Cloud Native TechnologyCyberattacks have been growing in frequency and severity over the past decade and have increased exponentially with the adoption of cloud-native technology. The pressure is on for organizations to prioritize building and implementing a security testing strategy to avoid becoming the latest cyberattack headline. Speakers: Caroline Wong, Chief Strategy Officer, Cobalt Kacy Zurkus, Senior Content Manager, RSAC

2023-08-1017 min

RSAC How to Be a Threat Modeling Subject Matter ExpertWhat is threat modeling and where does it fit in to the overall development process? In this podcast, we'll discuss what threat modeling is, when threat modeling activities are essential, and the skills needed to become a threat modeling expert. Speakers: Ashwini Siddhi, Senior Principal Product Security Advisor, Dell Technologies Kacy Zurkus, Senior Content Manager, RSAC

2023-07-2714 min

RSAC CMMC: DoD's 3rd Party Supply Chain Risk Management (SCRM) ProgramThe Department of Defense (DoD) is implementing a 3rd Party Supply Chain Risk Management program that will require companies that receive their sensitive information to implement NIST SP 800-171 and then undergo a 3rd Party Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) event. This podcast will discuss the ripple effects of the requirements and the extent of the impacts. Speakers: Matthew Titcombe, CEO, Peak InfoSec Kacy Zurkus, Senior Content Manager, RSAC

2023-06-2726 min

RSAC The People-Centric Security Framework - A People Protection PerspectiveWell-known frameworks and lots of advice exist to help people protect data, privacy, and devices, but minimize the implication of human factors. This podcast will discuss the PCSF and highlight the ways in which it will help organizations move one step closer to having people recognized as the new enterprise edge. The PCSF complements, and does not replace, an organization’s risk management process and cybersecurity program. Speakers: Lucia Milică Stacy, VP, Global Resident Chief Information Security Officer, Proofpoint Kacy Zurkus, Senior Content Manager, RSAC

2023-05-0821 min

RSAC Cybersecurity Risk in Today’s Telehealth Smart HomeIn order to mitigate the risks in telehealth devices, healthcare delivery organizations need to identify threats. Join this podcast to hear practical steps to implement a more robust security strategy rooted in standards and best practices that include how to use NIST Frameworks and the work being done by the NCCoE Healthcare team. Speakers: Anahi Santiago, CISO, ChristianaCare Kacy Zurkus, Senior Content Manager, RSAC This podcast is sponsored by Quantinuum. Quantinuum uses the power of quantum computing to keep organizations ahead of cyber risks by providing quantum-computing-hardened encryption keys to provably harden existing security measures.

2023-04-1116 min

RSAC Digital Identity as an Attack SurfaceWithin the last decade, fraud and cyberattacks have become increasingly focused on exploiting digital identity. The exposure of digital identity as an attack surface has implications for individuals, enterprises, and even our societal structures. In this session we discuss the state of identity-based attack vectors and what the security community is doing to address them. Speakers: Gadalia Montoya Weinberg O'Bryan, CEO, Dapple Security Kacy Zurkus, Senior Content Manager, RSAC

2023-03-0615 min

RSAC Tracers in the Dark: A Discussion with Andy GreenbergIn the story of Gyge’s Ring, Plato asserts that if humans had the power to be invisible, they would act without consequence. In his book, Tracers in the Dark: The Global Hunt for the Crime Lords of Cryptocurrency, Greenberg details the truth of Plato’s claim as he recounts stories of criminal activity on the dark web, where people believed they were acting anonymously without the risk of getting caught. Join this podcast to hear Greenberg discuss his favorite scenes in the book that reveals how researchers and investigators were able to trace cryptocurrency exchanges. Speakers: Andy Greenberg, Senior Writ...

2023-02-1426 min

RSAC Pulling Back the Curtain on the Dark Web Payment Card LandscapeIntrigued by the dark web payment card landscape? Join us for this RSAC 365 podcast to hear about how the dark web payment card landscape was affected by the Russia-Ukraine war, exploring everything from the magecart infections/e-skimmers, which are used to steal the payment card data to “checkers”, which are tools used by cybercriminals to check the stolen payment cards for validity and 3-D bypass methods, and the tools cybercriminals. Get a sneak peak at the upcoming “Crypto Drainer” report, which details this as-a-service tool cybercriminals use to trick crypto centric individuals into providing access to their wallets. Speakers: Ilya Volovik...

2023-02-0620 min

RSAC Can Satellites Be Hacked?Cybersecurity and the resiliency of space assets are a priority because of the critical infrastructure services they provide. This session will discuss the attack vectors and mitigation approaches of exploits that can impact them as well as how the cyber security and space asset resiliency range will be used to test and validate their confidentiality, integrity, and availability. Speakers: Barbara Grofe, Lead Designer, Spartan Corp Kacy Zurkus, Content Strategist, RSAC

2023-01-1813 min

RSAC Critical Infrastructure at Risk: Uncovering the Danger of insecure-by-design Control System SoftwareIn this podcast, we will uncover the realities of insecure control systems software in critical infrastructure. From discovering zero-days to exposing vulnerabilities in built-in features, we'll explore the role of both vendors and operators in safeguarding our essential utilities. By the end, listeners will have a new perspective on the need to implement strong security practices into the foundation of the control systems that make modern life possible. Don't miss out on this crucial conversation about the current state and the future of our critical infrastructure! Speakers: Brian Foster, GMS Cybersecurity Lead, South California Edison Kacy Zurkus, Content Strategist, RSAC

2023-01-1728 min

RSAC A Quantum-Ready Board: Governance and Cyber Risk OversightThere is a general lack of quantum risk awareness among board members. The emergence of powerful quantum computers are an impending threat to our digital ecosystems — e.g. mobile phones and internet — because they can conceivably crack classical encryption. A quantum algorithm with that capability already exists; yet, quantum risk management is not a standard topic discussed at board meetings. Speakers: Maëva Ghonda, Host, Quantum AI Institute Podcast and Senior Fellow of HQS Quantum Simulations Dr. Lily Chen, Project Leader, Mathematician, Cryptographic Technology Group, NIST Kacy Zurkus, Content Strategist, RSAC

2022-12-1321 min

RSAC Ransomware Operators Can Circle Defenses: Proactive Defense StrategiesRansomware Operators have not only increased the ransoms they demand but are also using additional coercion techniques to perform multifaceted extortion attacks. Between us, we have worked on several ransomware incidents observing closely the challenges that organizations face while battling and remediating ransomware incidents. Based on the learnings from responding to such incidents, we will share our learnings and thoughts on the ransomware attack life cycle, practical security controls and enforcement measures to defend against and limit the impact of ransomware attacks. Speakers: Anurag Khanna, Manager, CrowdStrike Services Thirumalai Natarajan, Senior Manager, Mandiant Consulting Kacy Zurkus, Content Strategist, RSAC

2022-11-2228 min

RSAC Beyond MFA: Why Multi-factor Alone Is Not a Fail-Safe for Identity ProtectionMost organizations have moved beyond the insecure username and password access control a long time ago and started using multifactor authentication. But as Yahoo, Deloitte, and LinkedIn know, MFA won’t always save the company from a data breach. Not only has MFA access been defeated multiple times by attackers, but users hate it. It’s cumbersome, annoying, increasingly exploitable. In this podcast Violet Sullivan and Jessica Smith will discuss the evolution of MFA, why and how it can be exploited, and what organizations can and should do to address access control in a way that keeps their data security and...

2022-11-1522 min

RSAC September Spotlight: From Hacker Kid to Cyber ProBack in 2017 New America and The Christian Science Monitor hosted then 14-year-old and CEO of VannTechCyber LLC, Paul Vann. He was indeed a rising star in the field, but where is Vann now? Join this RSAC 365 podcast as we shine a spotlight on the making of a cyber professional. We’ll feature Paul Vann, who’s now a senior at the University of Virginia and a Developer at Cyborg Security. Vann will inspire listeners with his story of growing from a “hacker kid” to a developer working on a malware analysis tool as well as his goals and aspirations for a future...

2022-09-2714 min

RSAC The Cyber Physical War: Does the Investment Match the Hype?While there seems to be a growing awareness of the threats to the cyber-physical world with cybercriminals increasingly targeting industrial organizations within critical infrastructure, are current investments, regulations, and actions enough to stop attackers. In this podcast, we’ll have a follow up Q&A to the RSAC 2022 session, “The Cyber Physical War—Lessons from the Digital Front Line,” to understand what more must be done to protect industrial organizations. Speakers: Ian Bramson, Global Head of Industrial Cybersecurity, ABS Group Kacy Zurkus, Content Strategist, RSA Conference

2022-08-1918 min

RSAC Effective or Confusing: New Structures and Regulations in CybersecurityOver the course of the last two years, cybersecurity planning and thought leadership have picked up with a parallel increase in regulation, Congressional action, and government reorganization. The Cyberspace Solarium Commission recommended and got a National Cyber Director and incident reporting legislation through the hard work of the SASC, HASC, and HSGAC, but where do these changes leave us now? Is the National Cyber Director leading the federal government effort, or are government turf battles making leadership in cyber confusing? And what about incident reporting - how many new proposals have we seen, and which are the most critical to...

2022-07-0523 min

RSAC Get Your Head IN the Clouds: SOC Teams Must Live in Clouds to Secure ThemMassive cloud proliferation has driven huge increases in IT and security complexity, the vast majority of which come from trying to force fit legacy concepts, processes and even tools, into a cloud context. This will cover the most important considerations and requirements facing organizations to adequately understand and affect their new reality – and evolve their security thinking. Speakers: Nipun Gupta, Senior Security Leader, Devo Sounil Yu, CISO and Head of Research, JupiterOne Kacy Zurkus, Content Strategist, RSAC

2022-05-0935 min

RSAC The Cloud First BISOLeading and guiding a data-driven security program as a BISO can be challenging. Data is everywhere and owned by many departments. Once a BISO has found that data they need, they must overcome the challenges of data access, storage, normalization and all the other steps required to turn that data into an actionable story. Fortunately, the Cloud can make this easier and faster. Speakers: James Binford, Director and Business Information Security Officer, Humana Ashish Rajan, Host of Cloud Security Podcast & SANS Trainer, Cloud Security Kacy Zurkus, Content Strategist, RSAC

2022-05-0330 min

RSAC Defending with Passion: Cultivating a Passion for Evolving as a Cyber DefenderThe technology we work to secure is ever evolving, as are the threat actors that are out there trying to exploit those technologies. Hence, the challenge we face today with securing and then defending those advances in technology requires people that are just as excited about learning how to defend that new technology as someone once was about creating it. There is absolutely someone out there that is passionate about hacking their way into that new technological advancement, no matter what it is. Join this podcast to learn what motivates hackers and how to help instill a passion for defending...

2022-03-2919 min

RSAC Beware AI Landmines: Legal and Policy Considerations RevisitedIn 2021, artificial intelligence emerged as a viable technology, which warranted a conversation about the legal and policy considerations underlying modern society. We’ll look back at the ethical, legal, and policy considerations discussed in May of 2021 and ask where are we now? What more needs to be done in order to maximize a successful implementation and minimize potential risk? Speakers: Behnam Dayanim, Partner, Global Chair of Privacy & Cybersecurity Practice and Chair, Advertising & Gaming Practice, Paul Hastings LLP Kacy Zurkus, Content Strategist, RSAC

2022-02-1825 min

RSAC The Road to Smart Cities is Paved with Good AI IntentionsIn a world where the terms “AI” and “machine learning” are used liberally to describe new products and technologies, creating an assessment framework for buyers (and sellers!) to evaluate these products is essential. In this session, we’ll follow the Cost and Vulnerability dimension of MITRE’s AI Relevance Competence Cost Score (ARCCS) Framework and consider the security and privacy implications of AI for smart cities and the humans that travel them. Speakers: Anne Townsend, Department Manager and Cybersecurity Engineer, The MITRE Corporation Kacy Zurkus, Content Strategist, RSAC

2022-02-1622 min

RSAC What’s Trending in Protecting Data & the Supply ChainProtecting Data & the Supply Chain so deeply intertwined with everything from software to identity. Join Program Committee members Edna Conway and Diana Kelley as they discuss the challenges that folks are struggling with right now and some potential mitigation strategies. We'll explore what’s happening with Log4j and other vulnerabilities as well as the need for a software Bill of Materials (SBOM). Speakers: Edna Conway, Vice President, Security & Risk Officer, Azure, VP, Chief Security & Risk Officer, Azure Microsoft Diana Kelley, CTO and Co-Founder, SecurityCurve Kacy Zurkus, Content Strategist, RSAC

2022-02-0139 min

RSAC Privacy Tech: The Crossroads of CybersecurityThe Rise of Privacy Tech (TROPT) recently released a whitepaper categorizing the privacy tech landscape. It explores privacy tech's relationship to its adjacent industries, which include cybersecurity, identity management, and data governance, among others. Join this podcast for a look at key takeaways and insight into the 8-month-long working group drafting process. Speakers: Lourdes Turrecha, Founder and CEO, The Rise of Privacy Tech Kacy Zurkus, Content Strategist, RSAC

2021-12-1023 min

RSAC What Do We Owe Each Other? Securing Systemic Dependencies and BeyondRecognizing that the security of our interconnected world is as interdependent and fragile as a Jenga puzzle, how do we ensure that the entire system doesn’t fall apart when a single block is pulled? What do we ow each other, and how do we work together to ensure those organizations—be they non-profits, NGOs, or public schools and institutions—have the resources they need to be resilient in the face of a cyberattack? In this podcast, we’ll examine the security poverty line and our systemic dependencies and explore what we owe each other in order to ensure a more sec...

2021-12-0819 min

RSAC Informed Consent in the Age of Big DataHow much responsibility should people really bear in the big data realm? Does informed consent equate to waiving rights? Is it realistic that they understand how data travels and is there an incorrect underlying assumption that data is their priority when they are consenting to its collection or use? In this podcast, we will examine the reasons people sign consent forms (to access care or information), the limited ability of informed consent to protect people from hacking and cybersecurity breaches, and its irrelevance to compensating people whose data is aggregated, sold, and resold. We will explore the limitations of informed...

2021-11-1621 min

RSAC Privacy Top of Mind at RSAC 2022The Program Committee for the RSAC 2022 Privacy track was challenged with selecting the top session that would make it onto the agenda, but privacy topics were not limited to this one track. So why is privacy trending, and what are this year’s privacy trends? Join two members of the Privacy Program Committee as they reveal their favorite picks and what attendees have to look forward to at Conference. Speakers: Bernard Brantley, Chief Information Security Officer, Corelight Francesca Ginexi, Privacy Policy Manager, Facebook Kacy Zurkus, Content Strategist, RSAC

2021-11-1519 min

RSAC Shift-left! Scanning for Security Compliance from Day ZeroMigrating to public cloud introduces new attack surfaces commonly the exploitation of misconfigured resources. In a cloud landscape that contains millions of resources, how do we detect these threats. This session explores the journey from security policy documentation to scanning and detecting security compliance violations in product infrastructure from the start of the development life cycle. Joe McCrea, Cloud Security DevOps Engineer, SAP Mariam Triki, DevSecOps Engineer, SAP Kacy Zurkus, Content Strategist, RSAC

2021-10-1229 min

RSAC Turn It Up to 11: MITRE’s 11 Strategies for a World Class Cybersecurity Operations Center (CSOC)Refreshed and updated to include the latest technologies and best practices in cybersecurity operations, guests will share key takeaways from the new 11 Strategies for Operating a World Class Cybersecurity Operations Center (CSOC) book that will be coming out later this year. We will discuss the 11 strategies, how to balance the CSOCs core incident response mission with supporting functions such as threat intelligence and threat hunting, the importance of growing staff in house, and why the CSOC can never stop evolving. As with the original book, this new edition will include a free electronic version available to everyone. Speakers: Kathryn Knerler...

2021-09-2730 min

RSAC Pay What You Owe: Fiduciary Duty and RansomwareIn today’s world, data is currency. With that in mind, organizations need to consider the fiduciary duty they owe to data subjects, especially when they suffer a ransomware attack. This session outlines what types of fiduciary duties organizations have, why paying a ransom falls under those duties, how negotiations mitigate harm, and three steps for effectively responding to a ransomware attack. Speakers: Robert Fitzgerald, Founder and CEO, Arcas Risk Management Karen Walsh, CEO and Founder, Allegro Solutions Kacy Zurkus, Content Strategist, RSAC

2021-09-0942 min

RSAC Cybersecurity Jobs that Don't Require a Cybersecurity BackgroundHave you been wondering how to get into Cybersecurity? It may seem that you have to be a security tester or expert. It's not true! There are many paths into Cybersecurity using your existing experience, skills, and schooling. This talk will show the multiple paths people have followed into the Schneider Electric IT Security and Application Security organizations. Cassie Crossley, Director, Product Security Office, Schneider Electric Kacy Zurkus, Content Strategist, RSAC

2021-08-2325 min

RSAC Leveling Up Your CareerYou've gotten the job in tech—congrats! So now what do you do? We’ve heard stories from those who struggled with overcoming unexpected obstacles while new to the job. Let’s talk about what you can do to prepare for the unexpected. In this podcast, you’ll hear from an industry expert on ways to level up your career. This talk will provide various tools and resources to help navigate the tech space and make the most of what you have and help you in reaching your future goals. Speakers: Mari Galloway, Chief Executive Officer and Founding Board Member, Women’s...

2021-08-1321 min

RSAC Thinking about Android – A Multi-Faceted DiscussionHumans engage with Android technology in myriad ways, but how has the technology been used to date and how is it evolving? This podcast will explore the ways in which the Android ecosystem has evolved by looking at Android from a techno-sociological, security, and privacy context. We will discuss dimensions of privacy, the impact Android has had on humans, the kinds of threats we are seeing in the wild, the security challenges that need to be addressed, and the evolution of features like Digital Well Being. Speakers: Aditi Bhatnagar, Product Security Engineer, Atlassian Kacy Zurkus, Content Strategist, RSAC

2021-07-2627 min

RSAC The Ransomware Paradigm Change — Lessons from Insurers and Breach CoachesThroughout 2020, ransomware was consistently amongst the most challenging cyber exposures for organizations to manage. The insurance market can provide critical insights on how to understand the evolving ransomware landscape, given the volume of insurance claims being seen and emerging data on loss and exposure trends. This session will bring together experts from across the cyber insurance and breach coach space and give end to end insights on the financial and organizational impact of ransomware, risk implications, and challenges that will be seen in the market. Speakers: Marcello Antonucci, Global Cyber & Tech Claims Team Leader, Beazley Benjamin Di Marco, Cyber Specialist...

2021-06-2349 min

RSAC Hunting Sodinokibi: Insights from Tracking the King of RansomwareDrawing on original research, the speakers will dive deep into one of the most prominent ransomware strains today: Sodinokibi/REvil. By tracking its operators’ activity in affected organizations, on the dark web, and through the group’s public blog, we will bring our collective insights to the audience, detailing how Sodinokibi operates, its malware uniqueness, and the damage it has inflicted. Speakers: Limor Kessem, Executive Security Advisor, IBM Security Camille Jackson Singleton, Strategic Cyber Threat Lead, IBM Kacy Zurkus, Content Strategist, RSAC

2021-06-0631 min

RSAC Who’s Driving Your Security Architecture Bus?With the increased scale and pace of automated processes along with migrations to the cloud, proper design of security architecture becomes a critical component of your overall IT architecture implementation. Considering this, what should your business prioritize as the ultimate driver for security architecture decisions - and where does risk, privacy and compliance fit into the picture? Speakers: Shinesa Cambric, CISSP, CISA, CISM, CDPSE, Principal Program Manager, Microsoft Aparna Murthy, Aparna Murthy, CA, CPA, Principal Risk and Compliance Consultant Kacy Zurkus, Content Strategist, RSAC

2021-05-2535 min

RSAC The Journey Toward a Singular Security Framework: Lessons from FinlandTurku Energia - a Finnish energy distribution company - secured its power supply & IT network for the city’s 200,000 citizens. Utility SCADA systems are hacking targets, due to the damage that can be inflicted by sending cities dark or damaging the grids. The utility’s IT team ensured data integrity, visibility, and rapid threat detection and remediation within both IT and OT environments. Speakers: Vikram Sharma, Senior Engineering Manager, IoT, Cisco Kacy Zurkus, Content Strategist, RSAC

2021-05-1320 min

RSAC How to Apply Pandemic Principles to Battle Cyber OutbreaksPrinciples of epidemiology can be effectively applied to cyber security, with some adaptations. What do travel quarantines and firewalls, social distancing and port closures have in common? Learn how much cyber incident responders can learn from the recent pandemic that effectively shut down so many of the human connections in the modern world. Presenters: Steve Faruque, Cyber Security Manager, IBM Dr. Manisha Juthani-Metha, Associate Professor of Medicine and Epidemiology and Infectious Diseases Specialist, Yale School of Medicine and Yale New Haven Hospital Kacy Zurkus, Content Strategist, RSAC This podcast is sponsored by Axonius. Axonius is the cybersecurity asset management platform...

2021-01-1347 min

RSAC What's Trending with Hackers & ThreatsThe submissions and decisions have been made. The Program Committee’s selections will soon be announced. Before that happens join me and two members of a Hackers & Threats PC to discuss what trends they saw come through in this year's RSA Conference submissions. They'll also give a sneak peak into what attendees of RSAC 2021 have to look forward to on the Hackers & Threats track. Greg Day, VP and Chief Security Officer, EMEA, Palo Alto Networks Nicole Little, Walt Disney Studios Kacy Zurkus, Content Strategist, RSA Conference

2020-12-1425 min

RSAC The Geopolitics of Cyber (In)securityTikTok and Huawei are probably two of the most notable Chinese technology companies that are enveloped in policy debates. The US government's most recent actions against TikTok could be an indication of future actions that could be taken against Chinese technology companies. Join us for the important discussion about how geopolitical motivations impact technology regulations and international interference operations. We'll look at how Western businesses are changing their technology development, operations and staffing strategies in Greater China and much more. Gabo Alvarado, Managing Director, Pointe Bello Katherine Koleski, Program Analyst, Defense Innovation Unit Aaron Turner, President and Chief Security Officer...

2020-12-0935 min

RSAC Perspectives on the Times with RSAC AdBoard MembersRSA Conference Advisory Board members Todd Inskeep and Caroline Wong weigh in on security implications/risks of working fully remotely, the rise of misinformation and phishing campaigns, and the impact that these challenges are having on the mental health of security teams.

2020-04-1542 min

RSAC Humans and technology. A complicated—and fascinating—pair.Not surprisingly, the Human Element was a theme that everyone could relate to RSAC 2020. And it’s a conversation that’s just beginning. In this podcast, Britta Glade and Hugh Thompson talk to behavior expert Alexander Stein, PhD, and Auto Club Group CISO Gopal Padinjaruveetil about the symbiotic relationship between humans and technology—and what it portends for the future of cybersecurity.

2020-03-1330 min

RSAC The Most Memorable Moments from RSAC 2020 USAWhat were some of the standout moments and most buzzworthy topics from RSAC 2020? Find out as Britta Glade and Hugh Thompson weigh in during this podcast that was recorded in the midst of all the Conference action.

2020-02-2810 min

RSAC Growing Developer Challenges Spur New RSAC TracksRSAC is where the world talks security—and it’s a conversation that evolves each year based on the needs of the cybersecurity community as a whole. A timely example of this is the debut of two new tracks at RSAC 2020: product security and open source tools. In this podcast, Britta Glade talks to Rockwell Automation’s Megan Samford and SecurityCurve’s Ed Moyle about the latest software development issues that helped fuel the creation of these tracks.

2020-01-1627 min

RSAC Insider tips for RSAC 2020 Speaker ProposalsHave an area of expertise than can benefit other cybersecurity pros? In this RSAC podcast, Britta Glade and Hugh Thompson share how to submit a speaker proposal that will stand out during the selection process.

2019-07-2606 min

RSAC Highlights from RSA Conference 2019 APJWith such a packed agenda at RSAC 2019 APJ, you might be wondering if you missed something significant. The good news is you can catch up on the trends and topics that had everyone talking when you listen to our podcast—recorded live at Conference.

2019-07-2609 min

RSAC GDPR: Where We Stand and What's to ComeGDPR is not even a year old but in that short time, it’s dramatically changed how companies handle and are held accountable for the data they use. But beyond companies, the main purpose of GDPR was to protect and empower consumers. So, how well is it working? With the help of Bree Fowler, Technology Writer at Consumer Reports and John Elliott, Data Protection Specialist, this month’s RSAC Podcast focuses on how GDPR has impacted consumer expectations and their willingness to share personal information. During the episode, our experts will answer these questions and more: • When it comes to unders...

2019-03-1922 min

RSAC Bridging the Gap at RSAC 2019: Cybersecurity + Public Interest TechAs cybersecurity seeps deeper into so many areas of our lives, it’s more important than ever for technology creators and policy makers to work together for the benefit of society as a whole. That’s the backdrop for our new track at RSAC 2019, Bridging the Gap: Cybersecurity + Public Interest Tech, brought to you in partnership with Bruce Schneier and the Ford Foundation. In this podcast, Britta Glade talks to Bruce and the Ford Foundation’s Jenny Toomey as they discuss some of the topics that will be covered during the day-long track, including how cybersecurity and social progress are becomi...

2019-02-2823 min

RSAC RSAC 2019 CISO Boot CampGet a head start on Boot Camp with our CISO-focused February podcast episode. In it, RSAC CISO Boot Camp speakers, Dawn Cappelli, VP Global Security and CISO of Rockwell Automation, and Tim Callahan, SVP of Global Security and Chief Security Officer of Aflac Inc., will share their vision for RSAC CISO Boot Camp and preview topics that’ll be covered in March.

2019-02-1119 min

RSAC Speaking of the Future: InfoSec Trends for 2019Every year, RSA Conference receives hundreds of submissions from potential speakers. It’s the job of the RSAC Program Committee to examine every submission. Taken as a whole, these submissions form a fascinating view into the trends that will affect the industry in 2019 and beyond. In this podcast, you’ll hear from six Program Committee members as they discuss the trends they discovered that will be most relevant to you in the coming year.

2018-11-2015 min

RSAC Words That Have (Cybersecurity) ConsequencesBritta Glade and Hugh Thompson interview IBM Security’s Etay Maor and Symantec’s Dr. Saurabh Shintre about their upcoming artificial intelligence and blockchain seminars at RSAC 2018 Asia Pacific & Japan.

2018-06-1828 min

RSAC Securing Government and National InfrastructureCybersecurity has come a long way. But unfortunately, with every bit of progress the industry makes, threats and risks are never far behind. Especially now, in the midst of a turbulent political atmosphere, cyberattacks put everything from personal data to personal liberties at stake, leaving our government to address the biggest uncertainty of all: where do we go next? Joining hosts Britta Glade and Hugh Thompson, along with guests Jason Healey, a senior research scholar at Columbia University’s School for International and Public Affairs, and Dmitri Alperovitch, co-founder and CTO of CrowdStrike, as they team up for our newest RS...

2018-05-2432 min

RSAC RSAC Interview With Tim JenkinDavi Ottenheimer, of MongoDB, interviews Tim Jenkin, winner of the Excellence in Humanitarian Service award at RSA Conference 2018.

2018-04-1940 min

RSAC InnovationHere’s something to ponder: In an alternate universe, where would cybersecurity be today without the continuous pursuit of innovation? While we can only guess, one thing is pretty certain. Cyberattackers would be a lot happier in that universe than they are here. In this episode, we take a look at multiple aspects of industry growth—from revenue and investments to tech advancements and opportunities. Some of the topics we cover include: •What investment strategies are VCs employing in 2018, and how do they differ from previous years? •What criteria should buyers consider in choosing startups to add to their security portfoli...

2018-03-2622 min

RSAC StoryCorps @ RSAC: Keep Our Eyes On the HorizonThere are more chips being made then there are people on the planet now, Paul Kocher, President and Chief Scientist of the Cryptography Research Division of Rambus, tells RSA CTO Zulfikar Ramzan in this StoryCorps @ RSAC podcast. Technology evolves so quickly that we don’t even know what challenges and threats we may face from what we’re developing now. “To me information security has to co-evolve with the development of information technology,” Ramzan says. “To me this is part of a longer journey with many, many interesting factors.” How can we always keep our eye on the horizon and make sure we...

2017-03-0807 min

RSAC StoryCorps @ RSAC: The Answer Was You Have a ConferenceIt took a long time for the RSA algorithm to grow from theory to practice – almost 20 years from the time it was invented until it was widely deployed. In this StoryCorps @ RSAC podcast, Jim Bidzos, the founder, CEO and Chairman of Verisign, and former RSA CEO, strolls down memory lane with Burt Kaliski, SVP and CTO of Verisign, and the Founding Scientist of RSA Laboratories. The two discuss the creation of RSA the company and of the RSA Conference, which evolved from a small gathering to a global event that people from the highest levels of industry and government would at...

2017-02-0807 min

RSAC StoryCorps @ RSAC: The Diversity QuestionEven as a child, Chris Young, Senior VP and general manager of Intel Security Group, was interested in building. And it was the combination of problem-solving, innovation and building that drew him to technology. On the other hand, “I so didn’t choose it,” Mischel Kwon, president and CEO of MKA Cyber tells him. A chance encounter in a shopping mall, where she was asked to take a test by a computer school, changed her life. They talk about technology as a great equalizer, and how bringing more diverse groups into the cybersecurity fold comes with challenges as our nation talks...

2017-01-1107 min

RSAC StoryCorps @ RSAC: The Kind of Folks You Run IntoWhat did two cybersecurity luminaries study to get into the industry? Turns out, Bruce Schneier, CTO of Resilient Systems and Hugh Thompson, a member of the RSA Conference Program Committee, took very different paths to where they are today. Thompson came from the world of math, and Schneier moved through rolls in startups and government and has wound up at Harvard University, as a fellow at the Berkman Center for Internet and Society. “I find that now, being able to be in such a heady soup of smart people doing things that I never thought would be interesting, and having it...

2016-12-0807 min

RSAC StoryCorps @ RSAC: Follow the PathThis month's podcast features Dave Martin, Technology and Innovation Leader, IT Risk and Cybersecurity at GE, and John Stewart, Senior VP and Chief Security and Trust Officer, Corporate Security Programs Organizations, Cisco, in conversation about the roads they took to where they are today, leading cybersecurity programs for some of the world's biggest companies.

2016-11-2307 min

RSAC StoryCorps @ RSAC: You Need to Shine Your LightThe biggest impact you can have is working with kids to teach them about cybersecurity and cybersafety, according to Ben Jun, security architect and CEO of HVF Labs, and Theresa Payton, privacy expert and CEO at Fortalice.

2016-10-1907 min

RSAC StoryCorps @ RSAC: The Key Is Intellectual CuriositySecurity and perimeter experts Rich Mogull, CEO and analyst at Securosis, and Jim Routh, CSO and leader of the global information security function for AETNA, sat down at RSA Conference 2016 to discuss what it takes to be successful in the information security industry, and what it's like to be on the front lines of the battle against cybercriminals.

2016-09-2607 min

RSAC StoryCorps @ RSAC: There Is a Way to Win This“I think there’s a new way for us to think about how we live in a post-perimeter world,” says Niloofar Razi Howe, an ex-venture capitalist and RSA’s Senior VP and Chief Strategy Officer, and Asheem Chandna of Greylock Partners, in a conversation at StoryCorps @ RSAC. The two met in San Francisco at RSA Conference 2016 to talk about the future of technology, artificial intelligence, and the way cybersecurity will have to rethink itself to meet those challenges.

2016-08-1507 min

RSAC StoryCorps @ RSAC: You Cannot Have Privacy Without SecurityFormer executive chairman of RSA, Art Coviello talks with head of the International Association of Privacy Professionals Trevor Hughes about how the rapid evolution of technology requires vigilance when it comes to protecting our data—because without good security, privacy can’t exist.

2016-07-0707 min

RSAC StoryCorps @ RSAC: Eureka MomentsFriends and colleagues Jay Jacobs and Wade Baker, creator of the Verizon Data Breach Investigations Report, talk about the ways in which challenging assumptions--by looking at data--can change the way we see the world.

2016-06-1007 min

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2016-06-0301 min

RSAC StoryCorps @ RSAC: I Might Die Because of a Software BugJoshua Corman & Marie Moe discuss the potentially dire consequences of insecure medical devices at StoryCorps @ RSA Conference 2016.

2016-05-1506 min