This episode features Ed Amoroso, CEO of TAG Infosphere and former AT&T Chief Security Officer.

With decades of experience securing complex infrastructures, Ed joins during a period of unprecedented change in the U.S. federal government, a moment he warns is ripe for cyberattacks.

In this episode, Ed explains why rapid organizational shifts create prime openings for adversaries, and why Active Directory, often poorly understood and “orphaned” in ownership, is the first place attackers look for the keys to the kingdom. He shares practical steps for reducing complexity, shoring up identity infrastructure, and spotting risks before they’re exploited.

This is a timely look at how change fuels cyber risk, and the urgent actions every security leader should take now.

Guest Bio

Dr. Ed Amoroso is CEO of TAG Infosphere. An NYU professor and former AT&T executive, Ed started TAG Cyber in 2016 to democratize research and advisory services and unleash his inner entrepreneur. Business Insider tapped him as one of the country’s 50 leaders “who helped lead the cyber security industry."

Guest Quote

"The thing that you practice, whether it's one or a million things you're going to practice will never happen, but the thing that does will be informed by the muscle memory you've developed over that practice period. And you'll know that you either can or cannot weather the storm with your own resources.”

Time stamps

02:25 Cybersecurity in Times of Change

14:34 Active Directory: The Heart of Cybersecurity

17:35 Recommendations for Organizations

27:04 The Role of Government and Private Sector

30:01 Final Thoughts and Advice

Sponsor

The HIP Podcast is brought to you by Semperis, the leader in identity-driven cyber resilience for the hybrid enterprise. Trusted by the world’s leading businesses, Semperis protects critical Active Directory environments from cyberattacks, ensuring rapid recovery and business continuity when every second counts. Visit semperis.com to learn more.

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