Security Confidential

Grant Asplund is a cybersecurity evangelist with over 25 years of experience helping organizations defend against sophisticated cyber threats. He travels globally, speaking at major conferences like RSA, engaging with analysts, partners, and media to advance security across cloud, mobile, and infrastructure. Grant has held leadership roles across sales, marketing, and executive management at companies including Dome9, Blue Coat, Neustar, and Altor Networks, and previously led MetaInfo through its acquisition by Neustar. He also hosts the CISO Secrets and Talking Cloud podcasts, where he explores cloud security trends and real-world leadership insights.

00:00 intro

03:00 Our Guest

05:13 Start with a Helpdesk role

10:00 Ai taking over roles

13:35 AI first mindset

35:10 The future of AI tools

45:07 CISOs report to the board  

49:05 More about Grant

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Daniel Lowrie (@daniellowrie)  is a longtime IT and cybersecurity professional with over 20 years of hands-on experience, starting from workstation support and evolving into ethical hacking and security training. Inspired early on by hacker and spy movies, he turned that curiosity into a career focused on popping shells, breaking into systems ethically, and teaching others how it all works. Today, he spends his time learning everything he can about cybersecurity, creating training content, and helping the next generation of cyber professionals grow through speaking, mentoring, and community involvement.00:00 Intro02:20 Our Guest04:40 Getting started in Cyber09:20 Taking inspiration from movies09:40 War Games13:35 First hack18:07 The Path to a Cyber career26:27 Finding bugs early32:36 Secure or Cheap?38:53 The downside of AI in Tech48:32 More about Daniel ----------------------------------------------------------------------To learn more about Daniel visit https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniellowrie/Check out his classes: https://youtube.com/@daniellowrie?si=ExQHOcMTKlE4E51G To learn more about Dark Rhiino Security visit https://www.darkrhiinosecurity.com----------------------------------------------------------------------SOCIAL MEDIA:Stay connected with us on our social media pages where we'll give you snippets, alerts for new podcasts, and even behind the scenes of our studio!Instagram: @securityconfidential and @DarkrhiinosecurityFacebook: @Dark-Rhiino-Security-IncTwitter: @darkrhiinosecLinkedIn: @dark-rhiino-securityYoutube: @DarkRhiinoSecurity ​----------------------------------------------------------------------#darkrhiinosecurity #securityconfidential #cybersecurity #cyberpodcast #ai #artificialintelligence #securitypodcast #cybernews #technews #techsoftware #informationtechnology #infosec #cybersecurityforbeginners #technewstoday

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Daniel Lowrie is a longtime IT and cybersecurity professional with over 20 years of hands-on experience, starting from workstation support and evolving into ethical hacking and security training. Inspired early on by hacker and spy movies, he turned that curiosity into a career focused on popping shells, breaking into systems ethically, and teaching others how it all works. Today, he spends his time learning everything he can about cybersecurity, creating training content, and helping the next generation of cyber professionals grow through speaking, mentoring, and community involvement.00:00 Intro02:20 Our Guest04:40 Getting started in Cyber09:20 Taking inspiration from movies09:40 War Games13:35 First hack18:07 The Path to a Cyber career26:27 Finding bugs early32:36 Secure or Cheap?38:53 The downside of AI in Tech48:32 More about Daniel ----------------------------------------------------------------------To learn more about Daniel visit https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniellowrie/Check out his classes: https://youtube.com/@daniellowrie?si=ExQHOcMTKlE4E51G To learn more about Dark Rhiino Security visit https://www.darkrhiinosecurity.com----------------------------------------------------------------------SOCIAL MEDIA:Stay connected with us on our social media pages where we'll give you snippets, alerts for new podcasts, and even behind the scenes of our studio!Instagram: @securityconfidential and @DarkrhiinosecurityFacebook: @Dark-Rhiino-Security-IncTwitter: @darkrhiinosecLinkedIn: @dark-rhiino-securityYoutube: @DarkRhiinoSecurity ​----------------------------------------------------------------------#darkrhiinosecurity #securityconfidential #cybersecurity #cyberpodcast #ai #artificialintelligence #securitypodcast #cybernews #technews #techsoftware #informationtechnology #infosec #cybersecurityforbeginners #technewstoday

#SecurityConfidential #DarkRhiinoSecurityHusam Shbib is a cybersecurity consultant specializing in penetration testing, digital forensics, malware analysis, programming, and OSINT. He’s the founder of Memory Forensic and the author of Captain Cyber and the Safe Surfing Adventure. Husam is also a global speaker featured at events like BlackHat MEA, ASFSFM, and 3D Forensics, known for his hands-on expertise in uncovering digital evidence and analyzing complex cyber incidents.----------------------------------------------------------------------To learn more about Husam visit https://husamshbib.com/To learn more about Dark Rhiino Security visit https://www.darkrhiinosecurity.com

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Husam Shbib is a cybersecurity consultant specializing in penetration testing, digital forensics, malware analysis, programming, and OSINT. He’s the founder of Memory Forensic and the author of Captain Cyber and the Safe Surfing Adventure. Husam is also a global speaker featured at events like BlackHat MEA, ASFSFM, and 3D Forensics, known for his hands-on expertise in uncovering digital evidence and analyzing complex cyber incidents.

00:00 Intro

02:20 What’s new in Cybersecurity?

04:05 Companies in the news

04:56 How does your data get leaked?

17:10 Do you have to list all your processes?

22:37 Technology is changing

29:00 The Life span of a CISO

31:50 The CISO, the CEO, and the CIO

34:40 Penetration testing

36:40 The Digital Forensics procedure

44:00 More about Husam

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#SecurityConfidential #DarkRhiinoSecurity Matthew Devost is a cybersecurity, risk management, and national security expert with over 25 years of experience. He is the CEO and Co-Founder of OODA LLC and Devsec previously founded the Terrorism Research Center and cybersecurity consultancy FusionX, which was acquired by Accenture. At Accenture, he led the Global Cyber Defense practice. Matthew has held key leadership roles at iDefense, iSIGHT Partners, Total Intel, SDI, Tulco Holdings, and Technical Defense, making him a trusted voice in cyber threat intelligence and critical infrastructure protection. 00:00 Introduction02:03 The Evolution of Cybersecurity and National Security Risks06:16 Understanding Cyber Threats and Strategies for Defense11:19 The Role of Private Sector in Cybersecurity14:40 Addressing Cybersecurity Challenges and Failures of Imagination17:16 Overcoming Inertia in Cybersecurity Leadership20:42 The Importance of Red Teaming and Realistic Simulations24:44 The Impact of AI on Cybersecurity29:31 Future of Cybersecurity and Emerging Technologies36:56 Overview of OODA and DevSec Ventures----------------------------------------------------------------------To learn more about Matthew visit https://www.devost.net/To learn more about Dark Rhiino Security visit https://www.darkrhiinosecurity.com

Matthew Devost is a cybersecurity, risk management, and national security expert with over 25 years of experience. He is the CEO and Co-Founder of OODA LLC and Devsec previously founded the Terrorism Research Center and cybersecurity consultancy FusionX, which was acquired by Accenture. At Accenture, he led the Global Cyber Defense practice. Matthew has held key leadership roles at iDefense, iSIGHT Partners, Total Intel, SDI, Tulco Holdings, and Technical Defense, making him a trusted voice in cyber threat intelligence and critical infrastructure protection. 

00:00 Introduction

02:03 The Evolution of Cybersecurity and National Security Risks

06:16 Understanding Cyber Threats and Strategies for Defense

11:19 The Role of Private Sector in Cybersecurity

14:40 Addressing Cybersecurity Challenges and Failures of Imagination

17:16 Overcoming Inertia in Cybersecurity Leadership

20:42 The Importance of Red Teaming and Realistic Simulations

24:44 The Impact of AI on Cybersecurity

29:31 Future of Cybersecurity and Emerging Technologies

36:56 Overview of OODA and DevSec Ventures

#SecurityConfidential #DarkRhiinoSecurityMaman Ibrahim is a cybersecurity and digital risk leader with over 20 years of experience helping organizations transform cybersecurity from a compliance task into a strategic advantage. As Principal Partner at EugeneZonda and Founder of Ginkgo Resilience, he has led secure digital transformations across industries like pharma, manufacturing, and business services, saving companies over £150 million through risk management and third-party oversight. A contributor to initiatives like the OWASP Top 10 Agentic AI Risks and the World Economic Forum’s Cyber Resilience Compass, Maman is deeply involved in global cybersecurity organizations, including ISACA, CIISec, and the UK Cyber Security Council. Known for his facilitation-first approach, he helps executives align leadership and strategy to build cultures of cyber resilience. 00:00 Introduction to Cybersecurity and Mamon Ibrahim02:38 Maman's Journey11:29 Transforming Cybersecurity: Compliance to Strategic Advantage16:12 Understanding Risks in Cybersecurity18:46 Making Cybersecurity a Competitive Advantage22:07 The Role of the CISO in Modern Organizations27:12 The Importance of Asset Protection in Organizations29:10 Navigating Third-Party Risks in Cybersecurity32:48 The Role of Procurement in Cyber Resilience38:41 Understanding Agentic AI Risks47:48 Knowledge Sharing and Mentorship in Cybersecurity-----------------------------------------------------------------To learn more about Maman visit https://www.linkedin.com/in/mamane/To learn more about Dark Rhiino Security visit https://www.darkrhiinosecurity.com-----------------------------------------------------------------

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Maman Ibrahim is a cybersecurity and digital risk leader with over 20 years of experience helping organizations transform cybersecurity from a compliance task into a strategic advantage. As Principal Partner at EugeneZonda and Founder of Ginkgo Resilience, he has led secure digital transformations across industries like pharma, manufacturing, and business services, saving companies over £150 million through risk management and third-party oversight. A contributor to initiatives like the OWASP Top 10 Agentic AI Risks and the World Economic Forum’s Cyber Resilience Compass, Maman is deeply involved in global cybersecurity organizations, including ISACA, CIISec, and the UK Cyber Security Council. Known for his facilitation-first approach, he helps executives align leadership and strategy to build cultures of cyber resilience. 00:00 Introduction to Cybersecurity and Mamon Ibrahim02:38 Maman's Journey11:29 Transforming Cybersecurity: Compliance to Strategic Advantage16:12 Understanding Risks in Cybersecurity18:46 Making Cybersecurity a Competitive Advantage22:07 The Role of the CISO in Modern Organizations27:12 The Importance of Asset Protection in Organizations29:10 Navigating Third-Party Risks in Cybersecurity32:48 The Role of Procurement in Cyber Resilience38:41 Understanding Agentic AI Risks47:48 Knowledge Sharing and Mentorship in Cybersecurity----------------------------------------------------------------To learn more about Maman visit https://www.linkedin.com/in/mamane/To learn more about Dark Rhiino Security visit https://www.darkrhiinosecurity.com

#securityconfidential #darkrhiinosecurity 00:00 Intro02:27 Business to I.T11:50 It’s all about the people 16:30 Small businesses should stay vigilant 18:35 What is Organizational Behavior?26:40 How do you find those vulnerabilities?32:38 There’s no way AI can unlearn what you taught them40:00 There’s no such thing as free43:10 Allow people to experiment safely43:37 How can you use AI to positively affect resilience?46:32 Understanding the “Why” in the process50:45 Attend the 2025 Cyber Security Summit52:30 Connect with Shayla----------------------------------------------------------------------Attend the https://www.cybersecuritysummit.org/To learn more about Shayla visit https://www.linkedin.com/in/shayla-treadwell/To learn more about Dark Rhiino Security visit https://www.darkrhiinosecurity.com----------------------------------------------------------------------SOCIAL MEDIA:Stay connected with us on our social media pages where we'll give you snippets, alerts for new podcasts, and even behind the scenes of our studio!Instagram: @securityconfidential and @DarkrhiinosecurityFacebook: @Dark-Rhiino-Security-IncTwitter: @darkrhiinosecLinkedIn: @dark-rhiino-securityYoutube: @DarkRhiinoSecurity ​