Managing privileged access across a sprawling IT environment remains one of cybersecurity's toughest balancing acts. Admin privileges are often granted too broadly and retained for too long, opening dangerous pathways for lateral movement and ransomware.

In this episode, Rob Allen, chief product officer at ThreatLocker, introduces their Elevation Control tool — a solution designed to help security teams remove unnecessary privileges, apply just-in-time elevation for specific apps, and restrict lateral movement, even within elevated sessions. Joining him are Mike Woods, vp of cybersecurity at GE Vernova, and Steve Zalewski, co-host of Defense in Depth.

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Security operations centers (SOCs) are drowning in alerts, forcing analysts to waste time chasing down false positives while real threats slip through. The problem isn't just efficiency—it's burnout, missed signals, and limits on what security teams can reasonably triage.

In this episode, Edward Wu, CEO and founder of Dropzone AI, explains how their AI-powered SOC analyst automates triage and investigation for security alerts. The result is more efficient operations, faster detection of real threats, and a significant reduction in alert fatigue. He's joined by our panelists, TC Niedzialkowski, head of IT and security at Opendoor, and Steve Zalewski, co-host of Defense in Depth.

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Securing endpoints is a persistent challenge, especially in a hybrid working environment. The human factor is an unavoidable element with endpoint security, which means you have to be ready for a lot of unexpected behavior. Centrally managed policies for endpoints can only enhance security if they don't compromise the flexibility the business needs.

In this episode, Rob Allen, chief product officer at ThreatLocker, discusses how their Network Control solution offers a endpoint-based firewall to protect these devices. Rob is joined by our panelists, Janet Heins, CISO at ChenMed, and Shaun Marion, vp, CSO at Xcel Energy.

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ThreatLocker® is a global leader in Zero Trust endpoint security, offering cybersecurity controls to protect businesses from zero-day attacks and ransomware. ThreatLocker operates with a default deny approach to reduce the attack surface and mitigate potential cyber vulnerabilities. To learn more and start your free trial, visit ThreatLocker.com.

Customer security reviews often miss their mark, leaving organizations scrambling to compensate with extensive questionnaires that divert attention away from genuine risk management. The inconsistency of these processes and the lack of clear authority or visibility contribute to prolonged timelines and increased frustration. So, how can companies maintain trust without drowning in the complex processes that come with these reviews?

In this episode, Chris Gomes, head of product at Conveyor, discusses how they automate the response to security questionnaires and focus on relieving the burden on customer trust offices overwhelmed by extensive review processes. Chris is joined by our panelists, Steve Gentry, advisor at Cognate Cyber, and Eduardo Ortiz-Romeu, vp, global head of cybersecurity at Techtronic Industries.

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We hear all the time that identity is the new perimeter. If we place that much importance on identity, then compromised credentials can give away the keys to the kingdom. In an environment where hybrid infrastructures introduce visibility challenges, the need for advanced monitoring techniques for identities becomes clear.

In this episode, Paul Nguyen, co-founder and co-CEO at Permiso Security, discusses how Permiso enables organizations to fortify their defenses against insider threats and malicious actors. Paul is joined by our panelists, Trina Ford, CISO of iHeartMedia, and Eduardo Ortiz-Romeu, vp, global head of cybersecurity at Techtronic Industries.

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Managing application control amid increasing ransomware threats while not impeding business flow remains a challenge. Organizations need a layered defense to bolster their security posture without overinvesting in overlapping tooling.

In this episode, Rob Allen, chief product officer at ThreatLocker, discusses how their deny-by-default approach to application control helps simplify this persistent challenge. Rob is joined by our panelists, Janet Heins, CISO at ChenMed, and Shaun Marion, vp, CSO at Xcel Energy.

Huge thanks to our sponsor, ThreatLocker

ThreatLocker® is a global leader in Zero Trust endpoint security, offering cybersecurity controls to protect businesses from zero-day attacks and ransomware. ThreatLocker operates with a default deny approach to reduce the attack surface and mitigate potential cyber vulnerabilities. To learn more and start your free trial, visit ThreatLocker.com.

The tendency to focus on merely checking boxes to achieve compliance can lead to superficial solutions that may not effectively reduce operational risk. A strategic pivot towards ensuring compliance through holistic security measures is key; long-term, it demands less effort and provides more substantial protection.

In this episode, Craig Unger, founder and CEO of HyperProof, discusses the company's efforts to help companies achieve compliance and manage third-party risks. Craig is joined by our panelists, Trina Ford, CISO of iHeartMedia, and former CISO TC Niedzialkowski

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SaaS visibility remains a mixed bag. Within company sanctioned tools we have visibility. But when it comes to visibility across tools, we struggle. And don't forget all of the SaaS apps your employees use that you don't know about. How do you start to address that SaaS visibility gap?

In this episode, Russell Spitler, co-founder and CEO of Nudge Security, discusses how using email as the foundation for SaaS visibility makes the whole situation much easier to manage. Russell is joined by our panelists, Steve Zalewski, co-host of Defense in Depth, and Nick Espinosa, host of the nationally syndicated Deep Dive Radio Show.

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Open source is a bedrock of modern enterprise software. But support for various components is all over the place. The ecosystem doesn't have the right incentives in place, leading to end-of-life security issues many organizations aren't ready to address. When community support for open-source components dries up over time, what is your recourse?

In this episode, Aaron Frost, founder and CEO, HeroDevs, discusses how HeroDevs is addressing this problem by providing secure, drop-in replacements to give enterprises the time they need to safely transition to supported software. Aaron is joined by our panelists, DJ Schleen, head of security, Boats Group, and Russ Ayres, deputy CISO & head of cyber, Equifax.

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The velocity of innovation necessitates an agile approach to infrastructure management, which often leads to complexity and, consequently, vulnerabilities. Organizations are in a relentless race to identify and prioritize security gaps, but how can we effectively manage and mitigate these risks?

In this episode, Jay Mar-Tang, field CISO at Pentera, discusses how Pentara blends the efficiency of automation with insightful human judgment to addresses the gaps in traditional security processes while enhancing effectiveness and response times. Jay is joined by our panelists, Keith McCartney, vp, security and IT, DNAnexus, and Nick Espinosa, host of the nationally syndicated Deep Dive Radio Show.

Huge thanks to our sponsor, Pentera

Pentera, established in 2015, leads the charge in Automated Security Validation. We empower organizations to pinpoint their true security gaps and prioritize based on true exposure, providing a strong defense against cyber threats. Trusted by thousands worldwide, Pentera offers security posture, clarity and precise guidance for remediation.