Summary:

In this episode of The New CISO, host Steve Moore speaks with Nicola Sotira, Head of CERT at Poste Italiane, about his journey from technical expert to business leader, all while following his dreams. Nicola shares the importance of mentorship, the value of building strong teams, and how he applied a Viking mentality to overcome challenges in his career. Listen in as Nicola reflects on leaving a prestigious role in Italy to embrace new opportunities abroad and what aspiring leaders can learn from his story. Whether you're thinking about making a career change or simply looking for advice on leadership, Nicola’s insights will inspire you to take action and move toward your dreams.

Listen to Steve and Nicola discuss:

00:00 -Nicola Sotira's Career Journey and Mentorship

03:37 - Balancing Business and Technical Roles

06:40 - Adapting to Technological Disruption

08:47 - Taking Risks: Moving to Sweden at Age 40

15:12 - Leadership Lessons from Peter: The Viking Mentality

18:17 - Hiring and Building a Strong IT Security Team

23:23 - Making Work Fun and Following Your Passion

28:52 - Advice for Aspiring CISOs: Follow Your Dreams

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