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Rick and Chris discuss the evolving landscape of cyber and IT, with a focus on AI and machine learning. Chris expresses hisconcerns about the increasing use of AI by cybercriminals and its potential for both cyber attack and defense. They both highlighted the importance of a robust cybersecurity strategy,including continuous monitoring, risk management, and employee training. Chris emphasizes the need for a more open approach to sharing information and solutions within the cybersecurity community to prevent attacks. They also discuss common misconceptions about cybersecurity, stressing that it's the responsibility of everyone in an organization to prevent potential threats.
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Rick and Chris discuss the evolving landscape of cyber and IT, with a focus on AI and machine learning. Chris expresses hisconcerns about the increasing use of AI by cybercriminals and its potential for both cyber attack and defense. They both highlighted the importance of a robust cybersecurity strategy,including continuous monitoring, risk management, and employee training. Chris emphasizes the need for a more open approach to sharing information and solutions within the cybersecurity community to prevent attacks. They also discuss common misconceptions about cybersecurity, stressing that it's the responsibility of everyone in an organization to prevent potential threats.
Connect with Chris: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christopher-hippensteel-50814729/
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Ryan, a senior security analyst, stresses the importance of strategic planning and risk management in cybersecurity. He pointed out that many teams are bogged down by daily alerts, leaving little time for proactive measures. Ryan advocated for the use of managed detection and response services to focus on long-term strategies and highlighted the need for a balance between strong defense and offense. He also discussed the potential of AI and machine learning in managing and analyzing large amounts of data. In a more lighthearted moment, Ryan shared his fond childhood memories with the TRS-80 and Apple II and confirmed that he still enjoys playing retro games.
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Ryan, a senior security analyst, stresses the importance of strategic planning and risk management in cybersecurity. He pointed out that many teams are bogged down by daily alerts, leaving little time for proactive measures. Ryan advocated for the use of managed detection and response services to focus on long-term strategies and highlighted the need for a balance between strong defense and offense. He also discussed the potential of AI and machine learning in managing and analyzing large amounts of data. In a more lighthearted moment, Ryan shared his fond childhood memories with the TRS-80 and Apple II and confirmed that he still enjoys playing retro games.
Connect with Ryan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryan-gregory-9bb03236/
Visit Coalition: https://www.coalitioninc.com/
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Rick and Kevin discuss partnerships in the Managed Service Provider space, with a focus on the cyber insurance sector. Kevin revealed that his team is exploring a new channel within the Managed Service Provider space, due to the similar customer base. He emphasized the importance of affordable and accessible cyber insurance as a crucial component of an organization's risk management strategy for 2024 and beyond. He also highlighted the correlation between security solutions, cyber policy, and insurability, stating that cyber insurance should provide protection against threats that security tools cannot. Kevin stresses the significance of maintaining an active insurance policy and managing it to address new vulnerabilities.
Connect with Kevin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kschmidt10/
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Rick and Kevin discuss partnerships in the Managed Service Provider space, with a focus on the cyber insurance sector. Kevin revealed that his team is exploring a new channel within the Managed Service Provider space, due to the similar customer base. He emphasized the importance of affordable and accessible cyber insurance as a crucial component of an organization's risk management strategy for 2024 and beyond. He also highlighted the correlation between security solutions, cyber policy, and insurability, stating that cyber insurance should provide protection against threats that security tools cannot. Kevin stresses the significance of maintaining an active insurance policy and managing it to address new vulnerabilities.
Connect with Kevin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kschmidt10/
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In todays episode Danny and Rick dive into the evolution of cybersecurity, focusing on the shift towards a Zero Trust model and the critical need for sensible controls like blocking unnecessary applications and limiting privileges. They emphasize how ThreatLockers innovative security solution effectively prevents ransomware, zero-day exploits, and other attacks by adopting a "deny-by-default" approach. Danny explains the importance of moving from a model of allowing everything to blocking everything unless explicitly permitted, making cybersecurity more accessible for everyone. They highlight the benefits of Zero Trust and robust hygiene practices in endpoint protection. Together, they stress the role of innovation and a proactive mindset in building stronger cybersecurity defenses.
Connect with Danny: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dannyjenkinscyber/
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In todays episode Danny and Rick dive into the evolution of cybersecurity, focusing on the shift towards a Zero Trust model and the critical need for sensible controls like blocking unnecessary applications and limiting privileges. They emphasize how ThreatLockers innovative security solution effectively prevents ransomware, zero-day exploits, and other attacks by adopting a "deny-by-default" approach. Danny explains the importance of moving from a model of allowing everything to blocking everything unless explicitly permitted, making cybersecurity more accessible for everyone. They highlight the benefits of Zero Trust and robust hygiene practices in endpoint protection. Together, they stress the role of innovation and a proactive mindset in building stronger cybersecurity defenses.
Connect with Danny: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dannyjenkinscyber/
Visit ThreatLocker: https://www.threatlocker.com/
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Rob discusses ThreatLockers's approach to cybersecurity, emphasizing a preventativerather than reactive strategy. He explains their tools are designed to blockeverything that isn't explicitly allowed to run, not just bad things. This approach, heargued, is particularly important in situations where legitimate tools can be misused. Rob clarifies the concept of "Zero Trust", which involves assuming a breach is inevitable and limiting access to only what's needed and its importance.
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Rob discusses ThreatLockers's approach to cybersecurity, emphasizing a preventativerather than reactive strategy. He explains their tools are designed to blockeverything that isn't explicitly allowed to run, not just bad things. This approach, heargued, is particularly important in situations where legitimate tools can be misused. Rob clarifies the concept of "Zero Trust", which involves assuming a breach is inevitable and limiting access to only what's needed and its importance.
Connect with Rob: https://www.linkedin.com/in/threatlockerrob/
Visit ThreatLocker: https://www.threatlocker.com/
Learn more about ThreatLocker: https://www.threatlocker.com/try-threatlocker?utm_source=short_arms&utm_medium=sponsor&utm_campaign=rob_10.16.24&utm_content=rob&utm_term=podcast
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Rick and Ryan discuss ThreatLocker's cybersecurity solutions, emphasizing proactive threat prevention and the importance of a strong security foundation. They explored the concept of 'zero trust' in cybersecurity and the challenges of managing threats, particularly those involving social engineering. The conversation also touched on Ryan's career journey and the evolution of cybersecurity practices in organizations.
Connect with Ryan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryan-bowman-3358a71b/
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Check out ThreatLockers platform: https://www.threatlocker.com/try-threatlocker?utm_source=short_arms&utm_medium=sponsor&utm_campaign=ryan_10.9.24&utm_content=ryan&utm_term=podcast
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Rick and Ryan discuss ThreatLocker's cybersecurity solutions, emphasizing proactive threat prevention and the importance of a strong security foundation. They explored the concept of 'zero trust' in cybersecurity and the challenges of managing threats, particularly those involving social engineering. The conversation also touched on Ryan's career journey and the evolution of cybersecurity practices in organizations.
Connect with Ryan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryan-bowman-3358a71b/
Visit ThreatLocker: https://www.threatlocker.com/
Check out ThreatLockers platform: https://www.threatlocker.com/try-threatlocker?utm_source=short_arms&utm_medium=sponsor&utm_campaign=ryan_10.9.24&utm_content=ryan&utm_term=podcast
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Gary and Rick discuss the increasing importance of cybersecurity compliance and the role of managed service providers (MSPs) in addressing this need. Gary highlighted the advantages of MSPs as a staff augmentation solution for small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs), which often lack the resources and expertise to handle cybersecurity in-house. Rick noted the trend of security talent moving to MSPs for access to the latest tools and technologies. They also discussed the continuous threat and exposure management challenges faced by SMBs, emphasizing the need for integrated tools to identify and mitigate vulnerabilities.
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Gary and Rick discuss the increasing importance of cybersecurity compliance and the role of managed service providers (MSPs) in addressing this need. Gary highlighted the advantages of MSPs as a staff augmentation solution for small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs), which often lack the resources and expertise to handle cybersecurity in-house. Rick noted the trend of security talent moving to MSPs for access to the latest tools and technologies. They also discussed the continuous threat and exposure management challenges faced by SMBs, emphasizing the need for integrated tools to identify and mitigate vulnerabilities.
Connect with Gary: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gary-drexler-2942b643/
Visit Cytellix: https://www.cytellix.com/
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Trenelle shares her insights on the importance of a robust cyber security strategy. Trenelleemphasizes the significance of understanding where important data is stored, conductingregular assessments, and maintaining ongoing monitoring and awareness of potential threats. She also expresses enthusiasm for the emerging trend of extended detection andresponse (XDR), which combines assessment with ongoing monitoring to provide acomprehensive view of cyber security risks. As the workforce evolves, cybersecurity strategies should adapt to meet new challenges.
Connect with Trenelle: https://www.linkedin.com/in/trenellelyiscott-piercemba/
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Trenelle shares her insights on the importance of a robust cyber security strategy. Trenelleemphasizes the significance of understanding where important data is stored, conductingregular assessments, and maintaining ongoing monitoring and awareness of potential threats. She also expresses enthusiasm for the emerging trend of extended detection andresponse (XDR), which combines assessment with ongoing monitoring to provide acomprehensive view of cyber security risks. As the workforce evolves, cybersecurity strategies should adapt to meet new challenges.
Connect with Trenelle: https://www.linkedin.com/in/trenellelyiscott-piercemba/
Visit Cytellix: https://www.cytellix.com/
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Garret shares his insights on the importance of identity management and authentication incybersecurity. Garret emphasizes that while authentication is necessary, it is not sufficientto ensure the identity of a user. He pointed out that identities can be stolen or bypassedthrough various methods, and the real challenge lies in managing user privileges andkeeping track of their activities in real-time. Identity governance should be a robust component of any cybersecurity stack. Garret defines governance in the context of identity management.
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Garret shares his insights on the importance of identity management and authentication incybersecurity. Garret emphasizes that while authentication is necessary, it is not sufficientto ensure the identity of a user. He pointed out that identities can be stolen or bypassedthrough various methods, and the real challenge lies in managing user privileges andkeeping track of their activities in real-time. Identity governance should be a robust component of any cybersecurity stack. Garret defines governance in the context of identity management.
Connect with Garret: https://www.linkedin.com/in/theauthguy/
Visit YouAttest: https://youattest.com/
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Jeff emphasizes the importance of a holistic approach to cybersecurity, focusing on theroles and operations of human beings rather than just the deployment of tools. He arguedthat cybersecurity is a human problem, and human nature must be considered whenseeking solutions. Jeff also highlighted the need for a robust cybersecurity strategy thatintegrates processes, tools, and skills to manage risks effectively. He recommended theuse of AI-powered platforms like the Security Bulldog to improve efficiency and productivity in cybersecurity tasks.
Connect with Jeff: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffmajka/
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Jeff emphasizes the importance of a holistic approach to cybersecurity, focusing on theroles and operations of human beings rather than just the deployment of tools. He arguedthat cybersecurity is a human problem, and human nature must be considered whenseeking solutions. Jeff also highlighted the need for a robust cybersecurity strategy thatintegrates processes, tools, and skills to manage risks effectively. He recommended theuse of AI-powered platforms like the Security Bulldog to improve efficiency and productivity in cybersecurity tasks.
Connect with Jeff: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffmajka/
Visit The Security Bulldog: https://securitybulldog.com/
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