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Phishing Training Looks the Same Under Three Mindsets | Human-Centered Cybersecurity Series with Co-Host Julie Haney and Guest Verena Zimmermann | Redefining CyberSecurity with Sean Martin
Sean Martin and co-host Julie Haney talk with ETH Zürich's Verena Zimmermann about why one phishing training program can serve a constraining, considering or enabling mindset, and what leaders can do to make "partners" credible.
Cybersecurity Leadership Is a People Problem, Not a Technology Problem | A Redefining CyberSecurity Podcast Conversation with Tera Ladner, Deputy Global Chief Information Security Officer of Aflac
A deputy global CISO who came up through information governance and law school makes the case that the strongest security leaders lead with risk, relationships, and storytelling, not with technology. It is a conversation about non-traditional paths into cyber, building people-centric teams, and why the talent pipeline
Still Stuck in Compliance: How Come Security Hasn't Earned Its Seat at the Business Table? | An On Location Conversation at RSAC 2026 with Sean Martin and Marco Ciappelli
At RSAC Conference 2026, Sean Martin and Marco Ciappelli step away from the sessions and the show floor for a candid ten-minute exchange about what two breakfast conversations with CISOs revealed -- security is still treated as a compliance obligation, not a business driver, and the culture gap between the security ind
It's Not a Technology Problem, It's an Organizational Opportunity -- Building a Culture of Cybersecurity | Human-Centered Cybersecurity Series with Co-Host Julie Haney and Guest Dr. Keri Pearlson | Redefining CyberSecurity with Sean Martin
Organizations continue to invest heavily in cybersecurity technology, yet breaches persist at alarming rates. This conversation explores why building a culture of cybersecurity rooted in values, attitudes, and beliefs may be the missing piece that transforms how organizations approach resilience and protection.
Building a Real Security Culture: Why Most AppSec Champion Programs Fall Short | AppSec Contradictions: 7 Truths We Keep Ignoring — Episode 5 | A Musing On the Future of Cybersecurity with Sean Martin and TAPE9 | Read by TAPE9
Security champions were meant to bridge dev and AppSec—but most programs measure attendance, not outcomes. In this episode of AppSec Contradictions, Sean Martin explains why awareness isn’t culture, what research shows about champion success, and how to rebuild AppSec programs that actually reduce risk.
“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.
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
Building a CISO Office: Mastering Enterprise Risk Management and Aligning Cybersecurity with Business Goals | Part 2 of 3 | A Conversation with Kush Sharma | Redefining CyberSecurity with Sean Martin
In this part two of the three-part series on The Redefining CyberSecurity Podcast, Sean Martin and Kush Sharma explore the strategic role of the CISO in business transformation, emphasizing the importance of adaptability and early involvement in project planning to build a secure, powerful organization. Listeners will
Managing the Current Demands of a Cyber Workforce Whilst Looking to Secure the Workforce of the Future | ITSPmagazine Event Coverage: Infosecurity Europe 2023, London, England | A Conversation with Paul Watts
Sean Martin and Marco Ciappelli talk to Paul Watts, keynote speaker at Infosecurity Europe 2023, about communication, collaboration, diversity in cybersecurity, and the importance of nurturing relationships with the business.
Infosecurity Europe 2023 Keynote Sneak Peek | Deciphering Cybersecurity Readiness: A Global Perspective | ITSPmagazine Event Coverage: Infosecurity Europe 2023, London, England | A Conversation with Ian Hill
The podcast explores cybersecurity's evolving landscape, discussing compliance, readiness, and global challenges with guest Ian Hill, Director of Information and Cybersecurity at Upp Corporation. Hosts Sean Martin and Marco Ciappelli guide the conversation, offering insights into modern cybersecurity strategies and the
What to Expect At Infosecurity Europe Conference 2023 | ITSPmagazine Event Coverage: Infosecurity Europe 2023, London, England | A Conversation with Nicole Mills and Julia Clarke
We are thrilled to kick off our event coverage with our traditional first Chats On The Road to Infosecurity Europe 2023 in London, chatting with our good friends as they give us the latest and greatest for what we can expect at this year's event.
An RSA Conference USA 2023 Recap | ITSPmagazine Event Coverage: RSAC 2023 San Francisco, USA | A Conversation with Linda Gray Martin and Cecilia Murtagh Marinier
We had an amazing conference and are thrilled to close out our Chats On The Road to (from) RSA Conference 2023 with a recap chat with our good friends as they give us the latest and greatest for what took place at this year's event.
Come Fly with us to the Aerospace Village | ITSPmagazine Event Coverage: RSAC 2023 San Francisco, USA | A Conversation with Steve Luczynski and Henry Danielson
Discover the exciting world of the Aerospace Village at RSA Conference 2023, and dive into hands-on experiences with cybersecurity experts and cutting-edge technology.
What to Expect At RSA Conference USA 2023 | ITSPmagazine Event Coverage: RSAC 2023 San Francisco, USA | A Conversation with Linda Gray Martin and Britta Glade
We are thrilled to kick off our event coverage with our traditional first Chats On The Road to RSA Conference 2023, chatting with our good friends as they give us the latest and greatest for what we can expect at this year's event.
Cloud Security for the Next Generation of Companies | A Conversation with Taylor Hersom and Ashish Rajan | Redefining CyberSecurity Podcast With Sean Martin
Join Sean Martin as guests Ashish and Taylor discuss the latest trends and challenges in cloud security and the importance of collaboration and adaptation. Tune in to learn about the role of ChatGPT in the security community and how a security champions program can bridge knowledge gaps and build trust.
National Guard as a Cyber Defense Organization | A Conversation With Dr. Hunter LaCroix and Marco Ciappelli | Redefining CyberSecurity Podcast With Sean Martin
In this episode of the Redefining CyberSecurity Podcast, Sean Martin is joined by Dr. Hunter LaCroix and Marco Ciappelli to discuss the intersection of emergency management and cybersecurity. Dr. LaCroix argues that there is a significant disconnect between the two areas, with emergency management professionals not con
Evolution of the CISO | A Conversation With Patricia Muoio | Redefining CyberSecurity Podcast With Sean Martin
This conversation highlights the changing role of CISOs in companies and the potential need for multiple CISOs (or sub-CISOs) to manage different aspects of security may be on the horizon, something startups may not be ready for but should begin to prioritize during the early build stage if they are to avoid costly sit
Challenges With The Alphabet Soup Of Security | A Conversation With Mehran Farimani And Jay Thoden Van Velzen | Redefining CyberSecurity Podcast With Sean Martin
Inspired by a post on Mastodon, Mehran Farimani and Jay Thoden Van Velzen join Sean Martin and special guest, Marco Ciappelli to discuss the challenges with the alphabet soup that is the cybersecurity industry.
Rating 2022 Cybersecurity Predictions | A No Holds Barred Conversation About Realities Of Our Cyber Society With Matthew Rosenquist | Redefining CyberSecurity Podcast With Sean Martin
In this episode, we take a look back at the year of cybersecurity that was 2022, including the predictions, the outcomes, and the misses. It's a wild ride that you won't want to miss, even if you experienced some of it first-hand in your own InfoSec programs.
Managing Human Cyber Risk | A Conversation About Aligning Cybersecurity Culture To The Organization's Strategy With Lance Spitzner | Redefining CyberSecurity Podcast With Sean Martin
There are many security frameworks, maturity models, and best practices to leverage when developing ‘user friendly’ security policies to foster greater adoption and behavioral change. How these new policies are effectively communicated to ensure both compliance and collaboration across the organization (including remot
Just How Defensible Is Your InfoSec Program? | A Conversation About Security Awareness And Culture With Javvad Malik And Marco Ciappelli | Redefining CyberSecurity Podcast With Sean Martin
Security awareness and security culture are talked about a lot in the community. In this episode, we get into the nitty gritty of both of these topics, hearing about them via real-world stories and discussing them in the context of real-life analogies. A program is just a program unless it can be understood, measured,