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By Derek Harp
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The podcast currently has 114 episodes available.
Today, we are thrilled to welcome Roya Gordon as our guest.
Roya is an executive industry consultant specializing in operational technology, cybersecurity, and Hexagon. She is a military veteran, an accomplished technologist, and a prolific speaker in our industry. Her creativity knows no bounds, encompassing her passion for the arts and her love of opera and symphonies. She is also an avid traveler and a super fun person to have around.
Roya brings a unique and engaging perspective to our discussion today. She shares her journey from a pre-law magnet program to becoming a skilled speaker in the Navy, highlighting the value of communication skills for conveying technical information to audiences and sharing the challenges and opportunities veterans face when breaking into the cybersecurity industry.
Stay tuned as Roya shares her invaluable insights and experiences, offering guidance for veterans aspiring to enter the cybersecurity field. You will not want to miss the wisdom and stories Roya shares with us today.
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(CS)²AI
Derek Harp on LinkedIn
Hexagon
Roya Gordon on LinkedIn
We are thrilled to have Max Aulakh, the Founder and CEO of Ignyte Assurance Platform, joining us today.
Max is a military veteran and motorcycle enthusiast who enjoys doing voluntary work. He is a prolific contributor to the cybersecurity community, always willing to be of service to others. When Max was three, his father applied for American citizenship at the US Embassy in India. It was an extremely long process, and after losing all hope, he and his family finally migrated to Oklahoma a decade later.
Join us to learn how Max transitioned from the military to founding the successful Ignyte Assurance Platform. He also shares his views on regulations, discusses how AI has impacted the security field, and offers prudent and practical advice for anyone interested in pursuing a cybersecurity career.
Stay tuned for today’s candid and fascinating interview with Max Aulakh, the Founder and CEO of Ignyte.
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(CS)²AI
Derek Harp on LinkedIn
Ignyte Assurance Platform
Max Aulakh on LinkedIn
We are delighted to have Mike Holcomb joining us on the show today.
Mike is both a fellow and a cybersecurity director, and he currently serves as the ICS OT Cybersecurity Global Lead at Fluor, a massive multinational engineering and construction firm with over 40,000 employees. He has participated in many major building projects, and we are excited to learn from his extensive experience today.
Stay tuned as Mike shares his insights and expertise.
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(CS)²AI
Derek Harp on LinkedIn
Bridewell
Michael Holcomb on LinkedIn
Fluor
We are delighted to have Chase Richardson, the VP of Consulting at Bridewell, back on the show today.
Bridewell boasts a rich history in industrials, offering comprehensive cybersecurity services across the entire cybersecurity spectrum, including operating technology.
Recently, Bridewell came up with an insightful report on cybersecurity within the US critical infrastructure. In this episode, Chase dives into the current state of cybersecurity regulations in critical infrastructure and shares the details and origin of the upcoming Bridewell report, which falls squarely within the interest of CSAI.
Tune in to learn more about this exciting project.
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(CS)²AI
Derek Harp on LinkedIn
Bridewell
Chase Richardson on LinkedIn
We are delighted to have Chase Richardson, Head of US Operations for Bridewell, and Martin Riley, Director of Managed Services for Bridewell, joining us today!
We are changing things slightly for this episode, with Martin and Chase diving into how to integrate OT systems into your sim rather than presenting our regular biographical format. Their focus today is predominantly on the increasingly relevant topic of managing data across diverse platforms, particularly in OT applications.
Join us as we explore this integration and unravel the challenges it presents.
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(CS)²AI
Chase Richardson on LinkedIn
Martin Riley on LinkedIn
Bridewell
Derek Harp on LinkedIn
We are thrilled to welcome Juan Carlos Buenano as our distinguished guest for today’s episode of the CS2AI podcast!
Carlos is the Chief Technology Officer for OT at Armis. He is a born technologist and an engineer by training. Beyond his professional endeavors, he embraces a life filled with adventure, enjoying many outdoor activities, including scuba diving, mountain biking, and exploring the scenic expanses of unspoiled nature.
Carlos was born in Venezuela and grew up in a small town outside Caracas. After graduating as an electronic engineer in Venezuela, he traveled to Australia to learn English, fell in love with the country, the lifestyle, and the nature, and has lived there for the last 23 years.
Carlos brings a unique perspective to today’s show, shaped by his professional and personal experiences. Join us for an engaging discussion as he shares his wealth of experiences and insights and explains how he serves his community.
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(CS)²AI
Derek Harp on LinkedIn
Carlos Buenano on LinkedIn
Armis
We are delighted to have Ken Munro joining us from the UK today!
Ken is a Partner and Co-founder of Pen Test Partners. He is a seasoned technologist, the founder of multiple ventures, a pilot, a skier, and a dynamic and adventurous contributor to our community.
Ken brings a wealth of experience and expertise that promises to enrich our understanding of the evolving landscape in cybersecurity. In today's discussion, we dive into his remarkable career journey and explore his perspective on OT and ICS-related cybersecurity.
Join us for this informative session with Ken as he shares his valuable perspectives.
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(CS)²AI
Derek Harp on LinkedIn
Ken Munro on LinkedIn
Pen TestPartners
We are excited to bring you another captivating industry leader interview today.
In this episode, we interview Michelle Balderson, the Principal Security Architect at Issquared. Michelle is a seasoned professional. In addition to having extensive experience as an established contributor and leader within the industry, she is a technologist, devoted mother, wife, chef, and a true jack of all trades. Beyond her contributions to the industry, Michelle finds joy in the great outdoors, whether she is conquering hiking trails, setting up camp, or enjoying four-by-four adventures.
In our discussion today, Michelle talks about her personal and professional journey, sharing insights she gained along the way and shedding light on the path that brought her to where she is in her current role as a security specialist.
Join us as we dive into the rich reservoir of wisdom and experience that Michelle brings to the table.
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(CS)²AI
Derek Harp on LinkedIn
Michelle Balderson on LinkedIn
ISSQUARED Inc.
Today, we are bringing you a fresh, new format called the Author Spotlight, where we focus on the authors within our community.
We are delighted to launch the Author Spotlight by shining our light on Andrew Ginter, the VP of Industrial Security at Waterfall Security Solutions. Andrew has been a steadfast CS2AI supporter since its inception, dedicating considerable time to CS2AI initiatives, and Waterfall is one of our oldest sponsors.
We are grateful to Andrew for generously sharing his insights and all the invaluable contributions he and his company, Waterfall, have made. Andrew's offerings include editing, reading, and committing much of his time to community projects.
Join us today as we explore Andrew's wealth of wisdom and experience.
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(CS)²AI
Derek Harp on LinkedIn
Andrew Ginter on LinkedIn
WaterfallSecurity
We are thrilled to have another exceptional guest on the show today!
Ron Fabela is the Field Chief Technology Officer at Xona. He is a multifaceted individual who has been a stalwart contributor to the industry for many years. His impressive resume includes being an Industrial Security champion, a military veteran, and a technologist. Beyond his professional achievements, Ron is also a founder, a father, a husband, an astronomy expert interested in anything space-related, and, believe it or not, a goat herder.
Ron has had a wealth of experiences, making him an all-around fascinating guest. Get ready for a long-overdue and truly insightful discussion with Ron Fabela!
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Links and resources:
(CS)²AI
Derek Harp on LinkedIn
Ron Fabela on LinkedIn
Xona
The podcast currently has 114 episodes available.
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