Cyber Security Effectiveness Podcast

The lack of diversity in cybersecurity and technology in general is no secret, but it wasn't always that way. Soviet-Era Russia and other eastern countries have seen more equality in certain industries, and that was a difference that guest Elena Elkina certainly noticed in her transition to American life. As Sr. Privacy & Data Protection Management Executive for Aleada Consulting, she discusses gender roles, seeking challenges, and starting her nonprofit and consulting startup.

There's a reason why people get distracted by new tech or security solutions: what if it's the silver bullet that solves everything with minimal effort? Unfortunately, that is seldom the case. Brian chats with Becky Pinkard, CISO of Aldermore Bank, PLC, about caution with buzzwords, sharing threat intelligence, and what lies ahead for security. 

The number of company data breaches that make headlines on an almost daily basis will continue to skyrocket without signs of stopping if organizations neglect to take proper precautions to protect their assets. Dr. Chanel Suggs, known also as The Duchess of Cybersecurity, shares details of some of the latest shocking public breaches and how she stays on top of trends to help clients be better prepared and well-informed.

For gamers and users heavily dependent on high-traffic internet platforms, loss of service is destructive -- and can be symptomatic of a greater distributed denial-of-service (DDoS) attack. Charter Communications VP Mary Haynes goes in depth into its evolution over the years, tactics for mitigation, and how some gamers inadvertently end up worsening the situation.

Offensive work is all about constant improvement, upping your skills to outsmart the attackers. There are many organizations out there for learning but a relative few focus on supporting women in their endeavors. Lisa Jiggetts, Founder & President of the Women's Society of Cyberjutsu, takes us through her passion for learning and sharing with others, addressing the cybersecurity talent shortage, and how she grew her organization to become the inclusive community it is today.

Security conferences are opportunities for security folk to come together, share experiences, and inspire one another while making new connections in the space. Kim Hakim, CEO & Founder of FutureCon, talks about her 20 years of experience hosting conferences, observing speakers' trending topics, and the growing buzz around ransomware.

How private should personal data be? What are perspectives around who should be in control of it and can you actually get paid for your data? Brian and Monique Morrow, President of The VETRI Foundation, analyze the top data privacy threats in society today, the role of personal responsibility, and education resources.

It's tough to know if your organization is really prepared for the aftermath of a cyber-attack, but who can offer you sound advice and planning for a strong recovery? That's where the general counsel comes in – in-house lawyers, trusted advisors, and cybersecurity experts rolled into one. Alexa King, FireEye's EVP, General Counsel, goes into detail about the roles she plays, how to plan effectively, and advising boards.

Most consumers today can learn how to use technology devices pretty quickly, but the security features used to protect them on it can often seem complicated and intimidating to the user. Former Ann Arbor county elected official and current CEO & President of Cybercrime Support Network Kristin Judge strives to help people feel confident in an "everyday" knowledge of security and provides resources for victims of cybercrime.

People love Capture the Flag (CTF) competitions for being an excellent way to put your hacking skills to the test – not only is it a lot of fun, but it forces you to use the skills you may learn in a classroom or course setting to real-world situations. Kaitlyn Bestenheider, analyst at Tevora, dives into her passion for cryptography and CTFs, core skills needed, and shares her advice for others looking to enter the field.