re:invent security

Carlo Alexander Schreurs (FrieslandCampina): "As a CISO, how do you lead in a Human-Centered way?"


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In this episode, we talk with Carlo Alexander Schreurs, CISO of FrieslandCampina, about his journey of reinvention after surgery and his transition into a transformational CISO role. He advocates for moving from rigid "zero trust" to a more flexible "adaptive trust" model, better suited to digital transformation. Carlo emphasizes cultural shifts in cybersecurity, highlighting storytelling, collaboration, and psychological safety to build trust and resilience. He also stresses integrating cybersecurity with business goals, going beyond compliance to drive innovation. The episode wraps up with practical advice for CISOs on staying agile in a fast-changing landscape.


Chapters:

00:00 - 03:14 Introduction of the episode

03:15 - 06:26 Carlo reinventing himself

06:27 - 09:36 Reimagining Traditional Security

09:37 - 14:16 The Drama Triangle vs. The Winner's Triangle

14:16 - 17:41 From Zero Trust to Digital/Adaptive Trust

17:42 - 23:00 The Role of Trust and Loyalty

23:01 - 26:15 The CISO as Storyteller

26:16 - 32:55 Shifting from Risk Avoidance to Value Creation

32:56 - 43:45 Human Factors and Behavioral Insights

43:46 - 45:44 Reframing Cyber Security

45:45 - 55:34 Compliance Theater

55: 35 - 58:03 Practical Steps for Agile and Adaptable Programs

58:04 - 1:02:56 Key takeaways Jeroen & Irfaan


Resources

Drama triangle to winner triangle:

article 1: Life threw a curveball at me - on human-centric transformations

article 2: Beating the drama in Cybersecurity and Technology teams: uncovering hidden dynamics that drain energy and prohibit growth

article 3: Beating the drama in cybersecurity and IT: How to shift from drama triangle to TED and build a thriving team

article 4: Cybersecurity Transformation: The Power of Human-Centered Leadership

Storytelling: The Hidden Skill Every CISO or CIO Needs, But Few Use (On storytelling)

Other source: The Cyber Samurai—Forging a Black Belt in the Digital Dojo


Connect with Carlo: https://www.linkedin.com/in/schreursc/


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re:invent securityBy Jeroen Prinse / Irfaan Santoe