And Security For All

What happens when cybersecurity extends beyond protecting networks—and starts protecting lives?

In this episode of #AndSecurityForAll, Kim Hakim sits down with Matt Richardson, Head of Intelligence at the Canadian OSINT Centre, to explore how Open Source Intelligence (OSINT) is being used to combat human trafficking, child exploitation, online grooming, sextortion, and violent extremism in today's increasingly connected world.

Drawing from years of experience supporting law enforcement and government agencies, Matt shares powerful real-world stories of investigations that have helped identify victims, disrupt trafficking operations, prevent suicides, and stop predators before they could cause further harm. The conversation also examines how AI, deepfakes, and social media have transformed the tactics used by criminals—and how cybersecurity professionals, parents, educators, and everyday citizens can play a role in protecting vulnerable individuals.

Whether you're a cybersecurity professional, parent, educator, or simply someone who wants to better understand today's digital threats, this episode offers practical advice, eye-opening insights, and an important reminder that cybersecurity is ultimately about protecting people.

In this episode, you'll learn:

• How OSINT is helping combat human trafficking and online exploitation
• Why AI and deepfakes are creating new challenges for investigators
• How predators and violent extremists exploit social media and gaming platforms
• The warning signs of online grooming and sextortion every parent should know
• Practical steps families can take to build safer online habits
• How collaboration between cybersecurity professionals, nonprofits, and law enforcement is making a real-world impact
• Inspiring success stories where technology helped save lives and rescue victims

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In this episode of And Security For All, Kim Hakim sits down with Ron Zochalski, CTO and CISO of Lake County, for a candid conversation about the rapid rise of AI, the governance challenges organizations face, and why human oversight remains critical in an increasingly automated world.

Together, they explore:

• The growing need for AI governance and accountability
• How AI is changing cybersecurity—for both defenders and attackers
• Emerging risks surrounding deepfakes, biometric data, and AI-powered cybercrime
• The reality of managing cybersecurity in government and critical infrastructure
• Third-party risk, ransomware lessons learned, and protecting sensitive data
• Why AI should be viewed as a capacity amplifier—not a replacement for human judgment
• The future of the CISO role and the evolving cybersecurity workforce

Ron shares real-world experiences from leading cybersecurity efforts in county government, discusses recent threats targeting schools and public institutions, and offers practical advice for organizations trying to balance innovation, security, and responsible AI adoption.

Whether you're a security leader, IT professional, business executive, or simply curious about how AI is reshaping our digital future, this episode provides valuable insights into the opportunities, risks, and governance strategies that will define the next generation of cybersecurity.

In this episode of #AndSecurityForAll, host Kim Hakim is joined by Marivell Alicea-Gamlin, cybersecurity leader, governance expert, and board member with the ISSA Puget Sound community, for a timely conversation on one of the most important topics in technology today: trust.

As artificial intelligence continues to transform the way we work, communicate, and make decisions, how do individuals and organizations build confidence while managing risk? Marivell shares her perspective on why cybersecurity is ultimately about people, relationships, and trust—not just technology.

Together, they discuss:

What “Trust by Design” means in an AI-driven world

Why cybersecurity impacts everyone, not just security professionals

How AI is changing privacy, governance, and decision-making

The growing importance of digital trust and transparency

Recognizing phishing attacks and AI-powered scams

Practical ways to use AI safely and responsibly

Why trust is becoming a competitive advantage for organizations

How future leaders can build successful careers in cybersecurity

The role of education, mentorship, and community in creating a safer digital future

Whether you're a cybersecurity practitioner, business leader, student, or everyday technology user, this episode provides practical insights on navigating AI, protecting what matters most, and building trust in an increasingly connected world.

Trust isn't something that's given—it's something that's designed, earned, and protected. 🔐🤖🌎

In this episode of #AndSecurityForAll, host Kim Hakim sits down with Robert McCurdy, Senior Engineer of Security Engineering & Offensive Operations at Abira Security, for a deep dive into the evolving world of penetration testing, offensive security, and red team operations.

From real-world attack simulations to the growing impact of AI on cybersecurity, Robert shares firsthand stories from the field, lessons learned from years in offensive security, and what organizations are still getting wrong when it comes to protecting their environments.

Topics include:

• How modern pentesters simulate real-world attacks
• The biggest security gaps organizations still overlook
• AI’s growing role in offensive security and automation
• Why visibility is critical for defending today’s environments
• The challenges of testing cloud, web, and enterprise systems
• How attackers are evolving faster than ever before
• The importance of proactive security, not reactive security
• What businesses should understand before hiring a pentesting team

Whether you’re a security leader, practitioner, business owner, or simply curious about how ethical hackers think, this episode offers an inside look at the mindset, tools, and realities of modern penetration testing in 2026 🎧

In this episode of #AndSecurityForAll, Kim Hakim sits down with Boris Goncharov, cybersecurity strategist and offensive security expert, for a deep dive into how #AI is rapidly reshaping the future of offensive security, penetration testing, and cyber defense. From AI-powered attacks and agentic pen testing to the growing risks facing businesses of every size, this conversation breaks down the real-world implications of artificial intelligence in cybersecurity.

Boris shares insights from over 20 years in the industry, discussing how organizations can better prepare for emerging threats, why traditional security approaches are struggling to keep up, and how AI is changing both the speed and scale of cyberattacks. The episode also explores the future of human-led security, third-party risk, offensive security strategies, and what companies should look for in cybersecurity partners moving forward.

Topics covered in this episode include: • How AI is transforming offensive security and penetration testing • Why organizations are struggling to keep up with evolving cyber threats • The rise of agentic AI and automated vulnerability discovery • Real-world risks facing small and mid-sized businesses • Human behavior, identity security, and third-party vendor risk • The future of AI-driven cyberattacks and AI-powered defense • What companies should look for in a cybersecurity partner • Why cybersecurity fundamentals still matter more than ever

If you’re interested in AI, cybersecurity leadership, offensive security, penetration testing, cyber risk, or the future of cyber defense, this is a must-listen episode packed with practical insights and expert perspective. 🔐⚛️

Cyberattacks aren’t slowing down in 2026 — and the recent Canvas attack is proof.

On this episode of #AndSecurityForAll, host Kim Hakim sits down with Jonathan Kimmitt, CISO at Alias CyberSecurity and former University of Tulsa CISO, to discuss the recent Canvas breach that impacted thousands of educational institutions and millions of students worldwide.

Together, they explore: ▪️ How the attack unfolded ▪️ Why universities are increasingly targeted ▪️ The growing risks surrounding SaaS and third-party vendors ▪️ The rise in healthcare and enterprise breaches ▪️ Business continuity and incident response challenges ▪️ Cybersecurity burnout among practitioners

The episode also touches on the Stryker Cyberattack, CareCloud Patient Records Breach, hacktivism, vendor trust, and the evolving tactics threat actors are using to disrupt organizations at scale.

If you’re a security leader, IT professional, student, or simply interested in today’s cyber threat landscape, this is an episode you won’t want to miss.

In this episode of #AndSecurityForAll, Kim Hakim sits down with Tony North, Director of Technology Support for the City of Seattle, to discuss the growing importance of AI ethics and governance in today’s cybersecurity landscape.

From AI bias and data privacy to trust, transparency, and real-world failures like Delta Airlines and Amazon’s AI recruiting challenges, this conversation breaks down what organizations need to know as AI rapidly transforms the industry. Tony also shares insights into AI governance roles, support teams on the front lines, and why cybersecurity professionals must stay ahead of emerging technologies like quantum computing.

🎙️ Topics include:

• AI ethics & governance
• Building trustworthy AI systems
• Data privacy and bias
• AI support and security operations
• Real-world AI failures and lessons learned
• The rise of AI officers and governance teams
• Preparing for the future of AI & cybersecurity

As AI adoption continues to accelerate across every industry, understanding how to balance innovation with accountability has never been more important. This episode offers practical insights for cybersecurity leaders, IT teams, and anyone navigating the rapidly evolving world of AI-driven technology

Quantum computing is no longer science fiction—it’s on the horizon, and it could redefine cybersecurity as we know it.

In this episode of And Security For All, host Kim Hakim sits down with Jonathan Kimmitt to break down quantum computing in simple, practical terms. From understanding what quantum actually is to why security professionals are paying attention, this conversation cuts through the noise and focuses on what matters most today.

You’ll learn:

• What quantum computing is (without the complex math)
• Why it’s faster—and why that matters
• The real risks to encryption and data security
• What organizations should be doing now to prepare
• Whether quantum is hype, risk, or opportunity

While large-scale quantum threats may still be years away, the implications for data protection, encryption, and long-term risk are very real.

🎧 If you work in cybersecurity, IT leadership, or simply want to understand what’s coming next—this episode is your starting point.

Cyber attacks are faster, smarter, and more scalable than ever.

In this episode of #AndSecurityForAll, guest host Steve Winterfeld, Advisory CISO, sits down with Kim Gomez, Director of Security Research, to break down key insights from Akamai’s latest State of the Internet Security Report.

Together, they explore how today’s threat landscape is rapidly evolving—from surging API attacks and advanced DDoS tactics to the growing impact of AI on both attackers and defenders.

Key topics include:

• Why APIs are now one of the fastest-growing attack surfaces (and what that means for your organization)
• The continued rise of DDoS attacks and how “turbo” botnets are changing the game
• How AI and automation are accelerating attack speed, scale, and sophistication
• The concept of “vibe coding” and how it’s lowering the barrier to entry for attackers
• Why visibility gaps across applications, APIs, and AI are creating new security risks
• The shift from large outages to performance degradation and business impact
• How attack motivations are evolving—from hacktivism to financial extortion and geopolitics
• What CISOs should be communicating to the board right now
• The importance of multi-layered defense strategies and real-world mitigation planning

If you want to understand where cybersecurity is heading—and how to prepare—this episode delivers practical insights you can apply immediately.

Fresh off RSA Conference 2026, Kim Hakim is joined by cybersecurity leader Ken Foster to break down what really mattered beyond the booths and bourbon 🥃

This episode dives into the rapid acceleration of AI in cybersecurity—from powerful new models uncovering vulnerabilities at unprecedented speed to the real-world risks organizations are already facing. The conversation explores how AI is reshaping defense strategies, why “AI vs. AI” may soon become the norm, and what CISOs are actually doing about it.

Kim and Ken also go deeper into the evolving value of major conferences, including what professionals are gaining beyond networking, and why in-person events still play a critical role in a fast-moving, AI-driven industry.

You’ll hear insights on:

• The biggest AI takeaways from RSA—and why things are moving faster than expected
• The rise of agentic AI and what it means for security teams
• Real-world challenges with data quality, governance, and “shadow AI”
• Whether AI will replace jobs—or redefine them
• Why cybersecurity talent gaps may be more about process than people
• The future of conferences and where the real value lies

This is a candid, practitioner-focused discussion on where cybersecurity is heading—and what leaders need to be thinking about right now.

🎧 Tune in for a no-BS breakdown of AI, risk, and the future of the industry.