Risk & Reels

In this episode, Jeffrey talks to Rock Lambros, founder and CEO of RockCyber. Along with coaching CISOs and serving as a vCISO, Rock is also a published thought leader, co-authoring the book, “The CISO Evolution: Business Knowledge for Cybersecurity Executives.” Rock and Jeffrey talk about “little fish in a big pond” movies, the evolving landscape […]

In this episode, Jeffrey talks to Mel Reyes, CEO of Elite Technical Concierge. Mel’s background is deep, with expertise in helping organizations build successful security programs with limited resources. He also heads a nonprofit organization, Fellowship of Digital Guardians that seeks to elevate awareness of IT, cybersecurity and compliance domains among individuals and organizations. Jeffrey […]

In this episode, Jeffrey talks to Cindy Seipert, an InfoSec GRC analyst at Health Catalyst. They discuss movies that challenge our identity, Cindy’s unique career path from the military to the tech industry and her experiences as a woman in cybersecurity.

In this episode, Jeffrey talks with Keren de Via, Go-to-Market Director at Cyturus Technologies. Keren has a deep cybersecurity background and was the first female Combat Communications and Cyber Defense Officer in the Israel Defense Forces. They discuss movies where a character experiences a perspective-shifting transformation, Keren’s transition from military to civilian life and the […]

In this episode, Jeffrey talks to Tanara Burke-Lloyd, SOC Analyst at Littler, the largest global employment and labor law practice. They discuss “fish out of water” movies, her inspiring journey into cybersecurity and the importance of mentorship, documentation and understanding the actual problems in cybersecurity. 

In this episode, Jeffrey talks to entrepreneur and four-time CISO Demetrios Lazarikos — aka Laz. Laz is the founder and IT security consultant of Blue Lava Consulting. They discuss why security salespeople should look for ways to solve problems instead of focusing solely on closing and how CISOs can better communicate to a wider audience. 

In this episode, Jeffrey talks to Evelin Biro, a CISO advisor and cybersecurity expert. They discuss movies where a character goes through a significant life change, the role risk acceptance plays for CISOs and the difficult disconnect between regulatory requirements and business expectations. 

In this episode, Jeffrey talks to Pete Chestna, Checkmarx's CISO of the Americas. They discuss movies in which a character feels threatened by the introduction of a new character, why successful AppSec requires better security/developer symbiosis and how CISOs take on the myriad challenges they face.

In this episode, Jeffrey talks to Sara Ricci, an accomplished consultant and executive with a proven track record in global leadership roles, specializing in building new capabilities and enhancing organizational resilience. Jeffrey and Sara discuss movies with characters who exhibit great strength in the face of risk, the difference between resilience and business continuity and […]

In this episode, Jeffrey talks to veteran CISO and cybersecurity practitioner Jason Taule. Jason has worked with Booz Allen, General Dynamics, HITRUST and others. Today, he serves as a virtual CISO for various clients. Jeffrey and Jason discuss movies that highlight character transitions, approaches to risk conversations and the cost calculations of cyber risk.

In this episode, Jeffrey talks to Helen Patton, cybersecurity advisor at Cisco. They discuss movies where the main character undergoes a career change, the challenges of being a cybersecurity advisor and maintaining your reputation as an independent thinker when working for a large company. 

In this episode, Jeffrey talks with Dom Vogel, founder of Vogel Leadership & Coaching, where he helps cybersecurity executives to be the best leaders possible. Jeffrey and Dom discuss their favorite tear-jerkers, the power of empathetic leadership and “epic friend-building.” 

In this episode, Jeffrey talks to Richard Stiennon, Chief Research Analyst at IT-Harvest. They discuss their favorite buddy movies, the art of collaboration with vendors and third parties and how CISOs and their teams can work with partners across the supply chain.

In this episode, Jeffrey talks to Adam Moore, Head of Global Cloud Solutions for Elekta. They discuss movies that look forward and backward, security threats — including AI — to healthcare data and why you can never say “we’re good” with your security posture.

In this episode, Jeffrey is joined by Matthew Webster, founder, CEO and CISO for Cyvergence. Jeffrey and Matthew discuss movies where miscommunication impacts a character, the importance of CISOs communicating the business impact of cybersecurity and finding allies to help them do it. 

In this episode, Jeffrey talks to Melissa Mellen, Head of Third Party Risk Management for the Federal Reserve Bank of New York. They discuss movies that have unforeseen plot twists and the myriad challenges related to addressing third party risk management in cybersecurity. 

In this episode, Jeffrey talks to Octavia Howell, CISO at Equifax. Jeffrey and Octavia discuss movies that have done a good job at implementing diversity in storylines and characters, the isolation that women and people of color can feel at security events and what can be done to make the industry more inclusive.

In this episode, Jeffrey talks with Tammy Klotz, CISO of Trinseo. Recorded at the recent Gartner Security & Risk Management Summit, they discuss their favorite low-budget movies, lessons from Tammy’s book, “Leading with Empathy and Grace” and how the manufacturing industry has embraced cybersecurity in recent years. 

In this episode, Jeffrey talks to Tony Gonzalez, a former CTO, CIO and CISO in sectors such as biotech, pharma, specialty chemicals, finance and insurance. Today, Tony offers startup advisory and virtual CISO services. Jeffrey and Tony talk about movies where the main character unsuccessfully retires, the interesting nature of being a virtual CISO and […]

In this episode, Jeffrey talks with Ira Winkler, CISO for CYE. They discuss their favorite low-budget movies and strategies for convincing decision-makers to approve the cybersecurity budgets necessary to comprehensively address risk.