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SOC Teams Are Building Their Own Agents, and the Data Sets the Ceiling | A Recap at Black Hat USA 2026 with Brian Dye, Chief Executive Officer at Corelight | Hosted by Marco Ciappelli
A year ago, security teams liked the idea of AI in the SOC and kept it at arm's length. Recorded on location at Black Hat USA 2026, this conversation covers what changed, and why the data going into an agentic workflow now decides how far it can go.
Network Evidence, AI Triage, and Leaving People Better Than They Arrived | A Full Sponsor Brand Briefing at Black Hat USA 2026 with James Pope, Sr Dir of Security Product Research and Technical Marketing Engineering at Corelight | Hosted by Sean and Marco
Black Hat builds a full enterprise network from nothing, defends it for four days, and sends some attendees home with a cleaner machine than the one they arrived with. James Pope explains how the NOC decides what counts as an attack when most of the traffic on the network is supposed to look like one.
Agentic Security Changes Everything | An On Location Conversation at Infosecurity Europe 2026 with John Sotiropoulos and Rock Lambros
The window between initial access and the next attacker move has collapsed from eight hours to twenty-two seconds, and no human-paced incident response process survives that math. John Sotiropoulos and Rock Lambros close out a day of OWASP GenAI Security work at Infosecurity Europe 2026 with the launch of an Agentic Se
Where Data Sovereignty and Always-On Security Operations Meet | A Brand Spotlight at Infosecurity Europe 2026 with Bill Peterson, Senior Director of Product Marketing of Sumo Logic
For years, security leaders in Europe have been told to pick one priority: keep the business running, or keep their data compliant. This conversation from the Infosecurity Europe 2026 floor lays out why that choice is starting to disappear, and what it means for any team running a regulated SOC.
Continuous Security Validation in a World of Agentic AI | A Brand Spotlight at RSAC Conference 2026 with Matt Stewart and Alex Grohmann of Impetum
Most security teams believe their tools are working -- but belief is not the same as proof. In this Brand Spotlight recorded live at RSAC Conference 2026, Matt Stewart and Alex Grohmann of Impetum explain why continuous purple teaming has become the missing link between compliance-driven security and evidence-based con
From Visibility to Actionability: How Asset Intelligence Drives Real Security Outcomes | A Brand Spotlight at RSAC Conference 2026 with Angelos Kottas, VP of Product and Corporate Marketing at Axonius
At RSAC Conference 2026, Angelos Kottas of Axonius makes the case that visibility without follow-through is just a board report -- and that the security industry is now entering a new era defined by actionability. This conversation explores what that shift means for CISOs navigating AI, exposure management, and the per
Building Community Around the AI SOC Revolution | A Brand Spotlight Conversation with Monzy Merza, Co-Founder and CEO of Crogl | AI SOC Summit 2026
Security teams face a new reality where threat actors operate at agentic speed and the cost of launching sophisticated attacks continues to drop. The AI SOC Summit brings together SOC analysts, security engineers, incident responders, and builders for a day of practical knowledge sharing, hands-on experimentation, and
2026 Security Predictions: Agentic SOC, China Threats, and Quantum Readiness | A Brand Highlight Conversation with Vincent Stoffer, Field Chief Technology Officer of Corelight
As AI transforms both cyberattacks and defense strategies, security leaders face a pivotal year ahead. Discover how the agentic SOC, nation-state threats, and post-quantum cryptography readiness are reshaping the security landscape for 2026.
Beyond the Title: What It Really Takes to Be a CISO Today — Insights Following A Conversation with Solarwinds CISO, Tim Brown | A Musing On the Future of Cybersecurity with Sean Martin and TAPE9 | Read by TAPE9
Being a strong CISO requires more than technical expertise — it takes context, perspective, and trusted relationships built long before a crisis hits. This article explores what current and aspiring security leaders can do to prepare for the role in a way that truly supports the business.
First CISO Charged by SEC: Tim Brown on Trust, Context, and Leading Through Crisis - Interview with Tim Brown | AISA CyberCon Melbourne 2025 Coverage | On Location with Sean Martin and Marco Ciappelli
Tim Brown's job changed overnight. December 11th, he was the CISO at SolarWinds managing security operations. December 12th, he was leading the response to one of the most scrutinized cybersecurity incidents in history.
When the Coders Don’t Code: What Happens When AI Coding Tools Go Dark? | A Musing On the Future of Cybersecurity with Sean Martin and TAPE9 | Read by TAPE9
What happens when systems are built by AI coding tools—but no one fully understands how they work, or what to do when something breaks? This article explores the growing reliance on tools like ChatGPT and Claude for software development, raising open questions about resilience, incident response, and security in a worl
Making Honeypots Useful Again: Identity Security, Deception, and the Art of Detection | A Conversation with Sean Metcalf | Redefining CyberSecurity with Sean Martin
What if you could catch attackers simply by watching what they shouldn’t be touching? Sean Metcalf shares how carefully crafted honeypots and identity traps provide high-fidelity detection without drowning in alerts.
Catching Up With Ken Munro After Infosecurity Europe 2025 — Hacking the Planet, One Car, One Plane, and One System at a Time | On Location Podcast With Sean Martin & Marco Ciappelli
After a whirlwind week at Infosecurity Europe 2025, I had the chance to reconnect with Ken Munro from Pen Test Partners — a longtime friend, hacker, and educator who brings cybersecurity to life in the most tangible ways. From car hacking escape rooms to flight simulators in pubs, we talked about why touching tech matt
OT Emergency Preparedness: When Disaster Recovery Meets Real-World Safety | A Conversation with Tobias Halmans | Redefining CyberSecurity with Sean Martin
How do you plan for recovery when the system you’re trying to protect can’t be shut down—and won’t wait for IT’s playbook? In this episode, Tobias Halmans, an incident responder at admeritia in Germany, shares how disaster recovery and business continuity must be rethought when applied to operational technology (OT) en
“These Aren’t Soft Skills — They’re Human Skills” A Post–Infosecurity Europe 2025 Conversation with Rob Black and Anthony D'Alton
From storytelling to structured exercises, team communication to burnout prevention, this episode explores how communication, collaboration, and trust aren’t just “nice to have” in cybersecurity — they’re critical, measurable capabilities.
Zero Trust in Action: Revolutionizing Incident Response | A Zero Trust World Conversation with Art Ocain | On Location Coverage with Sean Martin and Marco Ciappelli
In this episode, Art Ocain, VP of Cybersecurity & Incident Response at Airiam, shares practical strategies for applying zero trust principles to incident response, revealing how dynamic containment and micro-segmentation can safeguard critical systems during a breach. Listen in to learn how to align security initiative
Strengthening Cybersecurity Through Zero Trust | A Conversation with Adam Fuller at Zero Trust World 2025 | A Zero Trust World 2025 On Location Coverage with Sean Martin and Marco Ciappelli
Zero Trust World 2025: Strengthening Cybersecurity Through Zero Trust Zero Trust World 2025 has come to a close, leaving behind a series of thought-provoking discussions on what it truly means to build a culture of security. Hosted by ThreatLocker, the event brought together security professionals, IT leaders, and dec
Building a Community and a Culture of Security Education and Operations | A Zero Trust World Pre-Event Kick-Off | On Location Coverage with Sean Martin and Marco Ciappelli
Zero Trust World 2025 kicks off with a deep dive into what Zero Trust really means—beyond the buzzword—focusing on security operations, AI’s growing role, and the necessity of a continuous verification mindset. Hosts Sean Martin and Marco Ciappelli bring you inside the event, capturing insights from industry leaders, h
Data Sovereignty and Security Challenges in the APAC Region: Simplifying Security with Zero Trust and AI-Driven Solutions | An Australian Cyber Conference 2024 in Melbourne Conversation with Abbas Kudrati | On Location Coverage
Hear how Abbas Kudrati shares actionable insights on tackling ransomware, navigating AI challenges, and embracing Zero Trust strategies to strengthen cybersecurity foundations in the Asia-Pacific region. This engaging conversation also highlights the evolving role of AI in streamlining operations and staying ahead of a
How Do We Make Decisions in Cyber Security? Operational, Tactical, and Strategic Decision-Making in the Age of AI | An Australian Cyber Conference 2024 in Melbourne Conversation with Ivano Bongiovanni | On Location Coverage
Discover how Ivano Bongiovanni, General Manager for AUSCERT and Senior Lecturer at the University of Queensland, unpacks the complexities of cybersecurity decision-making, data governance, and regulatory accountability. This episode offers actionable insights into navigating organizational challenges while leveraging c
From Healthcare to Cybersecurity: Leveraging Past Professions to Enhance Cybersecurity Programs | A Conversation with Gina D’Addamio | Redefining CyberSecurity with Sean Martin
Join host Sean Martin as he talks with Gina D’Addamio, a former nurse turned threat analyst at the Canadian Cyber Threat Exchange, about her transformative journey into cybersecurity and the vital skills she brings from her healthcare background. Discover how diverse experiences can enrich cybersecurity programs and wh
AI in Cybersecurity: Hero or Villain? | A Conversation with Chuck Brooks | The Soulful CXO Podcast with Dr. Rebecca Wynn
In this episode, we dive into how AI is transforming cybersecurity with expert Chuck Brooks, author of Inside Cyber: How AI, 5G, IoT, and Quantum Computing Will Transform Privacy and Our Security. Discover practical strategies for enhancing threat detection, addressing talent shortages, and safeguarding both SMBs and e
Actionable Strategies to Prevent Data Breaches | A Conversation with Sarah Armstrong-Smith | The Soulful CXO Podcast with Dr. Rebecca Wynn
As part of Cybersecurity Awareness Month, we explore actionable strategies to prevent data breaches and ensure long-term enterprise continuity. Learn from an expert how proactive incident response, disaster recovery, and understanding your security architecture are essential for protecting your organization from cyber
The Critical Role of Identity in Creating Effective Ransomware Attack Defense and Broader Business Resilience Strategies | 7 Minutes on ITSPmagazine | A Semperis Short Brand Story with Simon Hodgkinson
In this 7 Minutes on ITSPmagazine, we discuss the dilemma of ransom payments, revealing why 78% of organizations opt to pay, and examine the role of Board support in these decisions. We also delve into the long-term effects of ransomware attacks and explore strategies to prevent future incidents.