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In this episode, we sat down with Dima Postnikov (Head of Identity Strategy and Architecture – ConnectID) as we explore the challenges and potential of digital identity technologies in Australia. From fraud prevention to data privacy, Dima discusses the complexities and opportunities in the evolving landscape of digital identities, shedding light on the importance of trust, security, and consumer education.

Dima is an identity industry leader 20+ years of experience who is influential in the advancement of digital identity ecosystems globally.

Dima has a passion for digital identity, open banking and trust ecosystem design, having spent the last 10+ years focused on architecture, design and implementation of the technology platforms that underpin online systems of Commonwealth Bank of Australia (CBA), Westpac and Australian Securities Exchange (ASX).

Dima has significant technical experience in developing customer identity solutions in the areas of identity proofing, authentication, authorisation, application and API security, Digital identity, Open Banking.

As an active member of standard and industry organisations globally, Dima has been heavily involved with OpenID Foundation, IDPro, Trust Over IP, FIDO, Kantara and Open Wallet Foundation and ISO.

In this episode, we’re joined by Aaron Bugal (Field Chief Technology Officer – APJ for Sophos) as he delves into the crucial yet often overlooked topic of burnout in the cybersecurity industry. We  explore how burnout and apathy can contribute to major breaches, stressing the need for organizations to support their cybersecurity professionals effectively. From the impact of the pandemic to the prevalence of lip service in the industry, Aaron shares insights on improving mental health support, fostering a positive cybersecurity culture, and the significance of addressing burnout for a more resilient defense against cyber threats.

With close to 18 years experience at Sophos, and over 20 years in the cybersecurity industry, Aaron Bugal has spent his time helping organisations throughout Asia Pacific and Japan effectively understand and deploy strong cybersecurity measures to keep their business safe.

As Field Chief Technology Officer for APJ, he is able to flawlessly articulate to business leaders, partners, and companies the ever evolving cybersecurity landscape and emerging cyber threats.

His humorous demeanour and witty analogies has shined in discussions with a range of media, conferences, and events, where he provides practical insights for both business and consumers audiences to take on board.

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In this episode, we sat down with Min Livanidis – Head of Digital Trust, Cyber, and Data Policy, AWS ANZ, as she provides insights into the intersection of AI, cybersecurity, and public policy, emphasizing their impact on society. From Australia’s cybersecurity strategy to responsible AI policies, we explore the collaborative nature of policy development, the role of diverse perspectives, and the potential for individuals to influence change.

Min Livanidis leads AWS public policy across some of Australia’s most pressing technology areas, including cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, and critical infrastructure. Min lead AWS’s collaboration with the government during the development of the 2023-2030 Cybersecurity Strategy. She is currently leading AWS’s engagement around safe and responsible AI in Australia, working closely with Minister Ed Husic and industry to develop best practice regulation frameworks. In 2023 she appeared at the Senate Inquiry for the use of Generative AI in the Australia Education Sector. Min regularly engages with the most senior level of government on key policy areas including AI, cybersecurity, privacy, data and digitization strategy, electronic surveillance, critical and emerging technology, and critical infrastructure.

Outside AWS, she is Non-Executive Director of the Oceania Cyber Security Centre, a registered charity developed in partnership with the eight Victorian universities, the Victorian Government, and Oxford University to deliver cyber maturity assessments for Pacific Island nations; Non-Executive Director of the Australian Cyber Collaboration Centre, established by the South Australian Government with a focus on domestic cyber capacity building and home to key partnerships with the MITRE Corporation and NATO; and an Industry Professor with the School of Information Technology at Deakin University, affiliated with the Centre for Cyber Resilience and Trust (CREST).

In this episode, we are joined by Andre Durand, CEO and founder of Ping Identity, as we explore the need to shift from “trust” to “verify” in today’s interconnected digital world. Andre dives into the complexities and challenges of this shift, discussing the implications for security, user experience, and the ongoing battle against fraud. From balancing security with user convenience to the importance of quantifying security investments, this episode provides valuable insights into the evolving landscape of digital verification.

Founded in 2002, Ping Identity has become a leading provider of enterprise identity security, serving more than half of the Fortune 100 and protecting more than 3 billion identities worldwide. In 2016, Ping Identity was acquired by Vista Equity Partners and in 2019, became the first Vista company to IPO on the New York Stock Exchange, trading under the symbol PING. In 2022, Thoma Bravo acquired PING and took the company private for US$2.8B. Prior to Ping Identity, Durand founded Jabber to commercialise the Jabber open source instant messaging platform which was acquired by Cisco in 2008.

Durand serves on the board of Jamf (NASDAQ: JAMF) and in his spare time focuses on causes related to children in the foster care system, building great culture and creating opportunities for entrepreneurs. Durand holds a BA in Biology and Economics from the University of California at Santa Barbara and lives in Denver, Colorado, with his wife Kim and two daughters.

In this episode, we’re joined by Jason Baden (Regional Vice President – F5) as he shares his insights on the evolving landscape of cybersecurity,  simplifying API security, and the critical need for education around security spending. Jason also discusses the challenges and opportunities in API security, the impact of security spending on businesses, and the growing collaboration between developers and security professionals.

Jason has almost 20 years’ experience as a senior executive in the IT and telecommunications industry. Prior to joining F5, he was Country Manager at Ruckus Networks and was responsible for leading the ANZ team strategy, as well as the smooth integration of ARRIS following its acquisition of Ruckus Networks. He has also previously held roles at Juniper Networks, AXS-One, Airwide Solutions, and Optus.

In this bonus episode, KB is on the go at the 2024 AWS Summit Sydney where she sits down for a quickfire interview with AWS experts Min Livanidis (Head of Digital Trust, Cyber, and Data Policy) and Phil Rodrigues (Global Head of Customer Security Outcomes, Global Services Security) to get their insights on hot topics in the media and cyber space.

In this episode, we’re joined by Bob Huber (Chief Security Officer and Head of Research – Tenable) as he delves into the pressing issue of misinformation on social media. From the impact on critical situations like elections and natural disasters to the proliferation of deepfake technology, we explored the difficulty of discerning authentic content. Bob shared insights on the challenges of identifying and combating misinformation, emphasizing the need for international norms and proactive measures.

Robert Huber, Tenable’s chief security officer, head of research and president of Tenable Public Sector, LLC, oversees the company’s global security and research teams, working cross-functionally to reduce risk to the organization, its customers and the broader industry. He has more than 25 years of cyber security experience across the financial, defense, critical infrastructure and technology sectors. Prior to joining Tenable, Robert was a chief security and strategy officer at Eastwind Networks. He was previously co-founder and president of Critical Intelligence, an OT threat intelligence and solutions provider, which cyber threat intelligence leader iSIGHT Partners acquired in 2015. He also served as a member of the Lockheed Martin CIRT, an OT security researcher at Idaho National Laboratory and was a chief security architect for JP Morgan Chase. Robert is a board member and advisor to several security startups and served in the U.S. Air Force and Air National Guard for more than 22 years. Before retiring in 2021, he provided offensive and defensive cyber capabilities supporting the National Security Agency (NSA), United States Cyber Command and state missions.

Mike Hanley is the Chief Security Officer and SVP of Engineering at GitHub. Prior to GitHub, Mike was the Vice President of Security at Duo Security, where he built and led the security research, development, and operations functions. After Duo’s acquisition by Cisco for $2.35 billion in 2018, Mike led the transformation of Cisco’s cloud security framework and later served as CISO for the company. Mike also spent several years at CERT/CC as a Senior Member of the Technical Staff and security researcher focused on applied R&D programs for the US Department of Defense and the Intelligence Community. When he’s not talking about security at GitHub, Mike can be found enjoying Ann Arbor, MI with his wife and eight kids.

Mario has 20 years of experience as a security professional working across the retail, healthcare, and financial sectors. He has built and managed security teams, developed and implemented security programs, and managed PCI and HIPAA compliance initiatives for medium and large organizations. He also currently serves as both an advisor and investor at Silicon Valley CISO Investments (SVCI) and SYN Ventures.

Mandy Andress is currently the CISO of Elastic and has a long career focused on information risk and security. Prior to Elastic, Mandy led the information security function at MassMutual and established and built information security programs at TiVo, Evant, and Privada. She worked as a security consultant with Ernst & Young and Deloitte & Touche, focusing on energy, financial services, and Internet technology clients with global operations. She also founded an information security consulting company with clients ranging from Fortune 100 companies to start up organizations.

She is a published author, with her book Surviving Security having two editions and used at multiple universities around the world as the textbook for foundation information security courses. Mandy also tested and reviewed information security products for multiple publications as well as serving as the author for the weekly InfoWorld security column. She has been a sought-after expert in the field, speaking at signature security conferences such as BlackHat and Networld+Interop. In addition, she has taught a graduate level Information Risk Management course for UMass Amherst in the College of Information and Computer Sciences.

Mandy has a JD from Western New England University, a Master’s in Management Information Systems from Texas A&M University, and a B.B.A in Accounting from Texas A&M University. Mandy is a CISSP, CPA, and member of the Texas Bar.