In this episode of Zero Trust Given, hosts Tom Tittermary and Tom Gianelos chat with Jean-Paul (JP) Bergeaux, CTO of GuidePoint Federal, about implementing Zero Trust in government and DoD environments. They explore key challenges, such as tackling the data pillar, breaking down silos between teams, and automating risk-based decision-making. JP emphasizes the importance of starting small with achievable wins, leveraging existing tools, and taking an iterative approach. He shares how his team helped a DoD agency make significant progress without new tech, showing that Zero Trust is more about collaboration, strategy, and mindset than an overnight overhaul. Zero Trust is a journey of gradual improvement that integrates security into everything while supporting mission effectiveness.

This episode is perfect for cybersecurity professionals, especially those working with or for the Department of Defense, IT leaders, and network architects looking to implement or deepen their understanding of Zero Trust principles. Listen today!