In this episode, we explore the challenges and opportunities of transitioning from public service to private sector leadership with Nat Habtesion, Chief Information Security Officer at Lumen Technologies and former FBI executive. Nat shares insights from his own journey, advice for security professionals making the shift, and strategies organizations can use to support successful transitions.

Emily Heath (General Partner at Cyberstarts, Board Director, and former CISO at DocuSign and United Airlines) shares insights on why CISOs are increasingly drawn to board roles and the types of boards where cyber leaders can make the greatest impact. She outlines the multistep process for CISOs to secure board positions, tips for effective board communication, and what life looks like beyond traditional security leadership.

In this episode, we dive into the challenges facing today’s cyber leaders, including burnout, mental health, and the need for stronger organizational support. Joyce Brocaglia (CEO & Founder of the Executive Women’s Forum) and Aileen Alexander (CEO at DSG Global) share their inspiring journeys into Executive Search and Talent Advisory while offering insights on the cybersecurity talent marketplace. We also discuss how culture, community, and development can empower cyber leaders to thrive and build resilience in their careers.

In this episode, Joanna Burkey (Board Director at CorVel Corp, Beyond, Inc. and ReliabilityFirst Corporation) shares her insights on navigating the transition from CISO to Board member and the critical skills needed to succeed in both roles. We discuss strategies for retaining and developing top cyber talent, the importance of succession planning, and why understanding the business is essential for today’s cyber leaders. 

In this episode, Ngozi Eze (CISO at Levis Strauss & Co.) reflects on the transformation of the CISO role over the past decade and its future trajectory. He discusses the importance of building strong board relationships, nurturing top talent, and creating a security-first culture to stay ahead in today’s rapidly changing cybersecurity landscape.

In this episode, George Llado (Board Director at TraceLink and Charles River Laboratories, former CIO of Alexion Pharmaceuticals) shares his inspiring journey from DJ to engineer to Fortune 500 CIO and Board leader, offering a unique perspective on career growth in technology. He provides valuable advice for aspiring tech and cyber professionals, along with insights on navigating the CIO-CISO relationship to foster effective leadership.

In this episode, Myrna Soto (CEO & Founder at Apogee Executive Advisors, Board Director, former CISO at Comcast) examines how the growing importance of cybersecurity is changing board expectations and redefining relationships. She shares insights into the evolving CISO-Board dynamic, current trends in the industry, and strategies for CISOs to effectively influence the boardroom.

In this episode, Patrick Gorman (CEO & Co-Founder at CybrIQ Solutions, and former CISO at Bridgewater Associates and Bank of America) dives into the 20-year evolution of the CISO role, highlighting how it has expanded, diversified, and adapted to modern cybersecurity demands. Patrick discusses the different archetypes of CISOs, what makes the right CISO for an organization, and shares entrepreneurial insights from his journey in starting a cyber business.

Securing Leadership with Whitney Ambrose is a groundbreaking podcast brought to you by DSG Global, the premier executive search firm dedicated to transformative leadership for over 50 years. This podcast is designed to delve deep into the minds of industry leaders at the forefront of cybersecurity, risk management, and artificial intelligence, with a special focus on talent and the evolving needs of organizations and their C-Suites and Boards. Each episode features in-depth interviews with top executives, thought leaders, and innovators who are shaping the future of cybersecurity and technology. Listeners will gain exclusive access to expert insights, strategies, and personal stories that highlight the challenges and triumphs of building and leading security programs, navigating C-Suite and Board leadership, harnessing the power of emerging technology, and addressing the critical talent and skill needs in their organizations.