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What happens when you gather some of the sharpest minds in cybersecurity for an end-of-year chat about where we've been and where we're heading?
Welcome to Razorwire's Christmas special. Today I’m chatting with some of our favourite guests from 2025: clinical traumatologist Eve Parmiter, cyber futurist Oliver Rochford, CISO and podcast host Marius Poskus and occupational psychologist Bec McKeown for roundup of the cybersecurity industry this year. This isn't a glossy year-in-review full of predictions and corporate optimism. We're talking about what's actually happened: how our teams are STILL burning out, the junior pipeline that's being hollowed out by premature AI deployment, the CISOs who are resigning because they're handed accountability without support and the businesses that want the appearance of security rather than the reality of it.
Summary
2025 has been a year of contradictions. Fewer ransomware victims are paying up, which suggests resilience is working. But burnout rates in cybersecurity remain above 59% and the systemic issues causing it aren't being addressed. Oliver brings data showing that AI-driven threat intelligence has been more marketing than reality. Marius shares why his CISO resignation letter post hit over 300,000 impressions and 3,400 comments. Eve explores whether there could be legal protections for cybersecurity professionals experiencing occupational trauma. Bec questions why security teams are expected to work under military-level pressure with none of the training or support.
We’re also looking ahead to 2026. Oliver predicts salaries will rise. Marius sees organisations scrambling to fix the mess that AI has created. Eve and Bec discuss what the younger generation might teach us about boundaries and refusing to put up with workplace nonsense. And we all agree on one thing: gravity needs levity. If you're going to survive in this industry, you REALLY need to laugh.
Three Key Talking Points:
The Theatre of Security
Understand why organisations hire CISOs for accountability but don't give them budget, support or a seat at decision making tables. Marius explains how this creates a cycle where security leaders are blamed when things go wrong, despite having no power to prevent them.
The Junior Pipeline Crisis
Discover why premature AI deployment is hollowing out entry-level roles across industries, including cybersecurity and law. We discuss the long term consequences of replacing junior analysts with AI before understanding what you're losing.
Burnout as Occupational Trauma
Learn why burnout in cybersecurity isn't just about individual resilience. Eve explores whether legal protections could be granted for work that causes inescapable harm, drawing parallels with content moderators and healthcare workers.
If you want an honest conversation about the state of cybersecurity in 2025 and what's coming in 2026, this is it.
On the appearance of security:
"Companies do not want security. They want the appearance of security. They hire a CISO to be the person who's accountable, the person who's on insurance papers, the person's name who's on client contracts, the person who is a face of the company of doing security, but actually he's not supported in budgetary terms in any other way."
Marius Poskus
Listen to this episode on your favourite podcasting platform: https://razorwire.captivate.fm/listen
Referenced by Oliver regarding the drop in ransomware payments in 2025.
Referenced by Oliver as an example of retracted threat intelligence claims.
Referenced regarding claims about nation-state actors using their AI service.
Referenced by Eve Parmiter regarding burnout statistics (59%) in cybersecurity.
Referenced by Jim regarding the personal toll on the SolarWinds CISO.
Referenced by Bec McKeown regarding employer responsibility for workplace stress.
Referenced by Marius Poskus regarding organisations bypassing WAF protections during downtime.
Mentioned by Oliver Rochford as his startup with a free community edition.
Referenced in context of ongoing burnout discussions.
Mentioned by Marius Poskus as his podcast.
Hello, I am James Rees, the host of the Razorwire podcast. This podcast brings you insights from leading cyber security professionals who dedicate their careers to making a hacker’s life that much more difficult.
Our guests bring you experience and expertise from a range of disciplines and from different career stages. We give you various viewpoints for improving your cyber security – from seasoned professionals with years of experience, triumphs and lessons learned under their belt, to those in relatively early stages of their careers offering fresh eyes and new insights.
With new episodes every other Wednesday, Razorwire is a podcast for cyber security enthusiasts and professionals providing insights, news and fresh ideas on protecting your organisation from hackers.
For more information about us or if you have any questions you would like us to discuss email [email protected].
If you need consultation, visit www.razorthorn.com, We give our clients a personalised, integrated approach to information security, driven by our belief in quality and discretion.
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Is burnout in cybersecurity inevitable, or are we finally learning how to prevent it?
Welcome to Razorwire. In this episode, I sit down with clinical traumatologist Eve Parmiter and occupational psychologist Bec McKeown to talk about what's really happening in high pressure cyber roles. This isn't about vague wellness advice or corporate tick-box exercises. We're looking at the actual mechanics of burnout: why CISOs are breaking under impossible expectations, how remote work has changed team dynamics and what the early warning signs look like before someone hits crisis point. If you work in cybersecurity, particularly in leadership or incident response, this conversation offers strategies you can use today.
Summary
Two-thirds of cybersecurity professionals say their jobs are more stressful now than they were five years ago. The pressure is mounting, but the support systems aren't keeping pace. In this conversation, Eve and Bec bring research, clinical experience and real examples to explain why burnout is becoming an occupational hazard in cyber teams. We talk about the gap between a CISO's responsibility and their actual authority, why technical skills alone won't protect your team from collapse and how to spot the signs that someone is struggling before it becomes a crisis. We also cover what actually works: building teams that can handle pressure, creating cultures where people feel safe to speak up and finding peer support through initiatives like the Mental Health in Cybersecurity Foundation.
Three Key Talking Points:
If you want real answers about burnout, actionable insights for your career and lessons from the frontline of cybersecurity wellbeing, this is one episode you can’t afford to skip.
On power vs responsibility:
“CISOs are a great example. You only have so much power, but you've got a high degree of responsibility, and personal responsibility coming into it. So that can feel very unfair and very unbalanced and that can create a lot of resentment.”
Eve Parmiter
Listen to this episode on your favourite podcasting platform: https://razorwire.captivate.fm/listen
1. ISACA (Cybersecurity Research and Reports)
2. NLP (Neuro-Linguistic Programming)
3. Major UK Brands Affected by Cyber Attacks
4. ‘Be Left of Bang’
5. Maslach’s Research into Burnout
6. Mental Health in Cybersecurity Foundation (Community and Support Resource)
7. The Cyber Sentinel's Handbook (by James Rees)
Hello, I am James Rees, the host of the Razorwire podcast. This podcast brings you insights from leading cyber security professionals who dedicate their careers to making a hacker’s life that much more difficult.
Our guests bring you experience and expertise from a range of disciplines and from different career stages. We give you various viewpoints for improving your cyber security – from seasoned professionals with years of experience, triumphs and lessons learned under their belt, to those in relatively early stages of their careers offering fresh eyes and new insights.
With new episodes every other Wednesday, Razorwire is a podcast for cyber security enthusiasts and professionals providing insights, news and fresh ideas on protecting your organisation from hackers.
For more information about us or if you have any questions you would like us to discuss email [email protected].
If you need consultation, visit www.razorthorn.com, We give our clients a personalised, integrated approach to information security, driven by our belief in quality and discretion.
LinkedIn: Razorthorn Security
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Twitter: @RazorThornLTD
Website: www.razorthorn.com
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Is passwordless authentication finally ready for prime time, or are we just replacing one set of problems with another?
Welcome to Razorwire, the podcast where we share our take on the world of cybersecurity with direct, practical advice for professionals and business owners alike. I'm Jim and in this episode, we're tackling one of the oldest challenges in information security: identity and access management.
I'm joined by David Higgins, CTO at CyberArk and Murtaza Hafizja, Senior Technical Product Marketing Leader from OneSpan, who bring decades of combined experience from the front lines of identity, authentication and access control. Together, we explore how the industry has evolved from simple username/password combinations to biometrics, passkeys and continuous authentication and where the technology is heading next.
Summary
We examine the persistent challenges around identity management, from the struggle between security and user convenience to the explosion of non-human identities that now need managing. David explains why privilege access management has evolved from credential vaulting to zero standing privileges and how cloud environments have created both opportunities and complexities with their tens of thousands of granular permissions. Murtaza tells us about the passwordless evolution, why risk-based authentication is making a comeback and the real barriers to rolling out modern authentication at scale.
Whether you're a CISO wrestling with third-party access, an IT manager trying to balance security with productivity or just someone interested in where authentication is heading, you'll get honest perspectives on what works, what doesn't and what's actually achievable.
Key Talking Points
On the security of key documentation:
"Attackers aren't breaking in anymore, they're logging in."
David Higgins, CyberArk
Listen to this episode on your favourite podcasting platform: https://razorwire.captivate.fm/listen
CyberArk
OneSpan
Gartner Hype Cycle for Digital Identity
FIDO Alliance
Principle of Least Privilege
AWS (Amazon Web Services)
Microsoft Azure
Google Cloud Platform (GCP)
WebAuthn
CTAP (Client to Authenticator Protocol)
UK Digital ID Verification
Hello, I am James Rees, the host of the Razorwire podcast. This podcast brings you insights from leading cyber security professionals who dedicate their careers to making a hacker’s life that much more difficult.
Our guests bring you experience and expertise from a range of disciplines and from different career stages. We give you various viewpoints for improving your cyber security – from seasoned professionals with years of experience, triumphs and lessons learned under their belt, to those in relatively early stages of their careers offering fresh eyes and new insights.
With new episodes every other Wednesday, Razorwire is a podcast for cyber security enthusiasts and professionals providing insights, news and fresh ideas on protecting your organisation from hackers.
For more information about us or if you have any questions you would like us to discuss email [email protected].
If you need consultation, visit www.razorthorn.com, We give our clients a personalised, integrated approach to information security, driven by our belief in quality and discretion.
LinkedIn: Razorthorn Security
YouTube: Razorthorn Security
TikTok: Razorwire Podcast
Instagram: Razorwire Podcast
Twitter: @RazorThornLTD
Website: www.razorthorn.com
All rights reserved. © Razorthorn Security LTD 2025
How can small and medium businesses protect themselves from cyber threats without spending a fortune or just ticking boxes for compliance?
Welcome to Razorwire, the podcast where we share our take on the world of cybersecurity with direct, practical advice for professionals and business owners alike. I’m Jim and in this episode, we’re taking a look into the challenges faced by SMEs on the journey through cybersecurity compliance and insurance.
I’m joined by Lewis Lockwood from Incursion and Josh X of Capsule, who bring experience from the front lines of offensive security and insurance broking. Together, we tackle the misconception that security is prohibitively expensive and explore how smart strategies can strengthen your defences without breaking the bank.
Summary
We tackle a topic at the heart of SME cybersecurity struggles - from box-ticking compliance to negotiating cyber insurance and surviving data breaches. Lewis Lockwood explains why Cyber Essentials is more than a paperwork exercise and how agility can be a secret weapon for smaller companies. Josh X talks about the realities of selling cyber insurance to resource-stretched businesses, the importance of aligning insurance with actual security posture and the real risks hidden even in smaller businesses.
Whether you’re a founder, IT manager or just curious about how attackers think, you’ll get practical advice, cautionary tales and actionable steps you can take today.
Key Talking Points
Tune in for a conversation that’s honest, insightful and practical - with takeaways you can put into action immediately, no matter your company size.
On the security of key documentation:
“Where are you storing your insurance documents? If someone wants to get into your network, the easiest thing to do is to look at their insurance documents and be like, okay, they've got a million pound limit, let me ask for £2 mil.”
Josh X, Capsule
Listen to this episode on your favourite podcasting platform: https://razorwire.captivate.fm/listen
Hello, I am James Rees, the host of the Razorwire podcast. This podcast brings you insights from leading cyber security professionals who dedicate their careers to making a hacker’s life that much more difficult.
Our guests bring you experience and expertise from a range of disciplines and from different career stages. We give you various viewpoints for improving your cyber security – from seasoned professionals with years of experience, triumphs and lessons learned under their belt, to those in relatively early stages of their careers offering fresh eyes and new insights.
With new episodes every other Wednesday, Razorwire is a podcast for cyber security enthusiasts and professionals providing insights, news and fresh ideas on protecting your organisation from hackers.
For more information about us or if you have any questions you would like us to discuss email [email protected].
If you need consultation, visit www.razorthorn.com, We give our clients a personalised, integrated approach to information security, driven by our belief in quality and discretion.
LinkedIn: Razorthorn Security
YouTube: Razorthorn Security
TikTok: Razorwire Podcast
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Twitter: @RazorThornLTD
Website: www.razorthorn.com
All rights reserved. © Razorthorn Security LTD 2025
What happens when the dark side gets its hands on cutting-edge AI and why might even seasoned defenders find themselves playing catch-up?
Welcome back to Razorwire, where I’m joined by Oliver Rochford and Richard Cassidy to discuss how criminals are using AI, what's actually working and how the threat landscape is changing. We explore how adversaries are using AI, what’s actually working in the wild and how professionals can prepare for the unsettling pace of change.
Summary:
We discuss AI-powered phishing, deepfakes in recruitment and self-evolving malware. The conversation moves beyond the classic image of lone hackers, unveiling an economy of cybercrime with advanced automation, international collaboration and ruthless incentives. The real tension lies in whether AI is simply sharpening existing attack tools or if we’re on the brink of something genuinely new and autonomous. We dissect economic shifts in attack and defence and raises questions about resilience, readiness and just how quickly the future may arrive.
3 Key Talking Points:
Ideal for any cybersecurity professional looking for sharp perspectives and real-world examples on the present and future impact of AI in the hands of attackers.
The New Question for Cybersecurity:
"We don't need to ask anymore, ‘Do we have good security?’ What we have to say, and what the question should be is, ‘Are we resilient when AI is being used against us? And how do we do that from a technology perspective?’ And there's no one answer."
Richard Cassidy
Listen to this episode on your favourite podcasting platform: https://razorwire.captivate.fm/listen
Hello, I am James Rees, the host of the Razorwire podcast. This podcast brings you insights from leading cyber security professionals who dedicate their careers to making a hacker’s life that much more difficult.
Our guests bring you experience and expertise from a range of disciplines and from different career stages. We give you various viewpoints for improving your cyber security – from seasoned professionals with years of experience, triumphs and lessons learned under their belt, to those in relatively early stages of their careers offering fresh eyes and new insights.
With new episodes every other Wednesday, Razorwire is a podcast for cyber security enthusiasts and professionals providing insights, news and fresh ideas on protecting your organisation from hackers.
For more information about us or if you have any questions you would like us to discuss email [email protected].
If you need consultation, visit www.razorthorn.com, We give our clients a personalised, integrated approach to information security, driven by our belief in quality and discretion.
LinkedIn: Razorthorn Security
YouTube: Razorthorn Security
TikTok: Razorwire Podcast
Twitter: @RazorThornLTD
Website: www.razorthorn.com
All rights reserved. © Razorthorn Security LTD 2025
Are you making career moves in cybersecurity or is cybersecurity making moves around you?
Welcome to Razorwire. In this episode, I sit down with Marius Poskus - CISO, consultant, podcaster and all-round cyber expert - to how to succeed in cybersecurity. We discuss career paths, why security culture fails in most organisations and the risks of rushing into AI without understanding what you're doing. Whether you're trying to break into the industry or you're leading security strategy, this conversation covers what works and what doesn't.
Summary:
Want to break into cybersecurity without wasting time on the wrong certifications? Wondering why your security programme keeps failing despite all the tools you've bought? We have the answers.
From physical security in Lithuania to CISO at a global fintech, Marius explains why pen testing is a terrible entry route for juniors, why compliance doesn't stop breaches and why giving AI control of your SOC is riskier than most people realise.
We discuss how to build actual security skills (not just a collection of certificates), why punishing people for clicking phishing links backfires and why you need to stop firefighting incidents and start preventing them. Marius also shares why so many organisations buy expensive tools that solve nothing and what happens when you remove humans from security decisions.
Key Talking Points:
Tune in for real world stories, hard-won lessons and clever insights you can use right now, whether you’re climbing the infosec ladder or shaping your organisation’s security future.
The Future of AI in Software Development:
“Everyone thinks that pen testing is sexy. How many pen testing roles are you going to find in a junior space? So if I'm playing numbers game, go in a SOC, learn cyber defence, build up all of your skills and then you pivot to wherever you want because that's the easiest path.”
Marius Poskus
Listen to this episode on your favourite podcasting platform: https://razorwire.captivate.fm/listen
Hello, I am James Rees, the host of the Razorwire podcast. This podcast brings you insights from leading cyber security professionals who dedicate their careers to making a hacker’s life that much more difficult.
Our guests bring you experience and expertise from a range of disciplines and from different career stages. We give you various viewpoints for improving your cyber security – from seasoned professionals with years of experience, triumphs and lessons learned under their belt, to those in relatively early stages of their careers offering fresh eyes and new insights.
With new episodes every other Wednesday, Razorwire is a podcast for cyber security enthusiasts and professionals providing insights, news and fresh ideas on protecting your organisation from hackers.
For more information about us or if you have any questions you would like us to discuss email [email protected].
If you need consultation, visit www.razorthorn.com, We give our clients a personalised, integrated approach to information security, driven by our belief in quality and discretion.
LinkedIn: Razorthorn Security
YouTube: Razorthorn Security
TikTok: Razorwire Podcast
Twitter: @RazorThornLTD
Website: www.razorthorn.com
All rights reserved. © Razorthorn Security LTD 2025
Is your security stack making you safer or just adding to the chaos?
Welcome to Razorwire, the podcast where we unravel the mess, myths and market realities behind today’s cybersecurity challenges. I’m your host Jim and in this episode, I’m joined by our favourite regulars Oliver Rochford and Richard Cassidy to tackle a topic that irritates every CISO: the security solution stack. We discuss the big questions about vendor motivations, tool sprawl and why consolidation so often promises more than it delivers.
In this episode, we set aside the sales buzzwords and look at what it really means to consolidate your security stack. Oliver and Richard share straight-talking insights from both the vendor and CISO perspectives. We debate why security platforms so often fail to reduce complexity and whether AI is about to solve - or simply mask - the underlying pain.
Three key reasons to listen:
If you want honest, practical advice on managing cybersecurity complexity and want to hear what real CISOs wish they'd known before their last renewal, this episode is worth your time.
Welcome to the Future: Solving Problems, Not Just Selling Tools
"If you're coming to market, remember the product is only half the game.
Security teams, GRC compliance teams - they're drowning. Support, deployment, tuning and post-sales success – they really make or break from my organisations and ones that I talk to. So be the vendor that doesn't just sell the product, be the one that really helps operationalise it.
If you're just here to sell a tool, you're already obsolete. If you're here to solve a problem and remove complexity, then welcome to the future.
Richard Cassidy
Listen to this episode on your favourite podcasting platform: https://razorwire.captivate.fm/listen
Hello, I am James Rees, the host of the Razorwire podcast. This podcast brings you insights from leading cyber security professionals who dedicate their careers to making a hacker’s life that much more difficult.
Our guests bring you experience and expertise from a range of disciplines and from different career stages. We give you various viewpoints for improving your cyber security - from seasoned professionals with years of experience, triumphs and lessons learned under their belt, to those in relatively early stages of their careers offering fresh eyes and new insights.
With new episodes every other Wednesday, Razorwire is a podcast for cyber security enthusiasts and professionals providing insights, news and fresh ideas on protecting your organisation from hackers.
For more information about us or if you have any questions you would like us to discuss email [email protected].
If you need consultation, visit www.razorthorn.com, We give our clients a personalised, integrated approach to information security, driven by our belief in quality and discretion.
LinkedIn: Razorthorn Security
YouTube: Razorthorn Security
TikTok: Razorwire Podcast
X: @RazorThornLTD
Website: www.razorthorn.com
All rights reserved. © Razorthorn Security LTD 2025
Are you prepared for the psychological toll that comes with handling disturbing content in the cybersecurity world?
Welcome to Razorwire, where today we’re exploring into the realities behind a career in cyber, from technical warfare to the often-overlooked human cost.
In this episode, I’m joined by therapist and consultant Eve Parmiter to examine the real psychological impact of repeated exposure to distressing material that many of us face during incident investigations, content moderation and threat research.
Eve draws on her background in trauma therapy and real-world experiences both inside and outside of cybersecurity. Together, we discuss why even seasoned professionals struggle to talk about their experiences, how secondary trauma manifests in our daily lives and what can actually help in environments that don’t provide enough support.
If you've ever had to investigate colleagues, review disturbing material, or make impossible decisions under pressure, this conversation will resonate. We don't shy away from hard truths, but we do focus on practical ways to build resilience and find some measure of satisfaction in doing the right thing - even when it's difficult.
In this episode:1. Understand the true impact of secondary trauma in cyber roles.
We break down the difference between stress, burnout and trauma specific to cybersecurity professions, exploring how exposure to disturbing content changes your outlook - and why it’s not a personal weakness.
2. Learn why most pros don’t talk about their struggles and how to break the silence.
Eve explains why lacking the right language keeps many from processing what they experience and offers insight into building peer support systems and practical organisational responses.
3. Discover tested strategies for coping and recovery.
You’ll leave with actionable advice straight from the worlds of therapy and cyber on how to protect yourself, when to seek help and the importance of cultivating supportive communities.
Tune in for a genuine, valuable discussion that puts the mental health of cybersecurity professionals front and centre and find out how to make a tough job more sustainable for yourself and your team.
Why Self Care Isn't Enough for Trauma
"You can't self care your way out of trauma. There is no amount of bubble baths or ice baths that are going to remove certain images or certain experiences."
Eve Parmiter
Listen to this episode on your favourite podcasting platform: https://razorwire.captivate.fm/listen
Hello, I am James Rees, the host of the Razorwire podcast. This podcast brings you insights from leading cyber security professionals who dedicate their careers to making a hacker’s life that much more difficult.
Our guests bring you experience and expertise from a range of disciplines and from different career stages. We give you various viewpoints for improving your cyber security - from seasoned professionals with years of experience, triumphs and lessons learned under their belt, to those in relatively early stages of their careers offering fresh eyes and new insights.
With new episodes every other Wednesday, Razorwire is a podcast for cyber security enthusiasts and professionals providing insights, news and fresh ideas on protecting your organisation from hackers.
For more information about us or if you have any questions you would like us to discuss email [email protected].
If you need consultation, visit www.razorthorn.com. We give our clients a personalised, integrated approach to information security, driven by our belief in quality and discretion.
LinkedIn: Razorthorn Security
YouTube: Razorthorn Security
TikTok: Razorwire Podcast
X: @RazorThornLTD
Website: www.razorthorn.com
All rights reserved. © Razorthorn Security LTD 2025
Understanding AI security threats before they become your next crisis
On this episode of Razorwire, I explore the emerging frontier of AI security with leading experts Jonathan Care and Martin Voelk. We examine the latest risks, show you how adversaries are exploiting AI systems and share practical advice for professionals working with these rapidly advancing technologies.
We move past the marketing speak to reveal how attackers are using generative AI, what it really takes to test these complex systems and what the rise of agentic, self-operating AI means for defenders. Security leaders, penetration testers and anyone implementing business technology need to understand these threats before committing to new AI solutions.
This conversation addresses real incidents, examines practical realities and highlights why many enterprises are dangerously unprepared for what's ahead in AI security.
Key Topics
If you want to stay ahead of AI and cybersecurity developments and avoid building tomorrow's biggest headache, this episode is essential listening.
AI Model Bias Debate:
" 77% of enterprises are reporting at least one AI related security incident. 62% of enterprises lack any dedicated testing programme.”
Jonathan Care
Listen to this episode on your favourite podcasting platform: https://razorwire.captivate.fm/listen
Hello, I am James Rees, the host of the Razorwire podcast. This podcast brings you insights from leading cyber security professionals who dedicate their careers to making a hacker’s life that much more difficult.
Our guests bring you experience and expertise from a range of disciplines and from different career stages. We give you various viewpoints for improving your cyber security – from seasoned professionals with years of experience, triumphs and lessons learned under their belt, to those in relatively early stages of their careers offering fresh eyes and new insights.
With new episodes every other Wednesday, Razorwire is a podcast for cyber security enthusiasts and professionals providing insights, news and fresh ideas on protecting your organisation from hackers.
For more information about us or if you have any questions you would like us to discuss email [email protected].
If you need consultation, visit www.razorthorn.com. We give our clients a personalised, integrated approach to information security, driven by our belief in quality and discretion.
LinkedIn: Razorthorn Security
YouTube: Razorthorn Security
TikTok: Razorwire Podcast
Twitter: @RazorThornLTD
Website: www.razorthorn.com
All rights reserved. © Razorthorn Security LTD 2025
Is your compliance strategy making life easier or just adding more chaos?
Welcome to Razorwire, where we take you to the heart of cybersecurity with voices that have seen it all. I’m Jim, your host and in this episode, I’m joined by Martin Davies (Audit Alliance Manager at Drata) and Patrick Sullivan (VP of Strategy and Innovation at A-LIGN). Together, we explore how to cut the compliance overhead, eliminate duplication across multiple frameworks and turn compliance into a competitive advantage that actually speeds up sales cycles.
Compliance is rarely anyone’s favourite topic, yet it’s unavoidable and organisations are under more pressure than ever to do it well. We explore why compliance keeps getting more complex, what’s actually driving value and how the right blend of people, processes and technology can transform it from a painful cost centre into a genuine strategic asset.
Key topics:
If you’re ready to rethink compliance and turn it into a source of strategic advantage, this is an episode you won’t want to miss.
On duplication of effort:
"The words ‘compliance overhead’ - when I hear that, I hear duplication of effort. If someone's doing the same control twice, that's objectively a bad thing."
Martin Davies
Listen to this episode on your favourite podcasting platform: https://razorwire.captivate.fm/listen
Hello, I am James Rees, the host of the Razorwire podcast. This podcast brings you insights from leading cyber security professionals who dedicate their careers to making a hacker’s life that much more difficult.
Our guests bring you experience and expertise from a range of disciplines and from different career stages. We give you various viewpoints for improving your cyber security – from seasoned professionals with years of experience, triumphs and lessons learned under their belt, to those in relatively early stages of their careers offering fresh eyes and new insights.
With new episodes every other Wednesday, Razorwire is a podcast for cyber security enthusiasts and professionals providing insights, news and fresh ideas on protecting your organisation from hackers.
For more information about us or if you have any questions you would like us to discuss email [email protected].
If you need consultation, visit www.razorthorn.com. We give our clients a personalised, integrated approach to information security, driven by our belief in quality and discretion.
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Youtube: Razorthorn Security
Twitter: @RazorThornLTD
Website: www.razorthorn.com
All rights reserved. © Razorthorn Security LTD 2025
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