909Exec Ep 1 - Aaron Wurthmann (fmr Adobe, Albertsons, Navan)
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Sep 12, 2024 Aaron Wurthmann, Advisory CISO at 909Cyber, brings over 25 years of experience in IT and security. He shares humorous anecdotes from his extensive career and discusses the challenges of naming companies while enjoying some vinyl music. The duo delves into the influence of the iconic TR-909 drum machine on music, reflecting on collaboration's importance in both music and technology. They also tackle essential cybersecurity strategies, recruitment insights, and how to safeguard personal data in today's job market.
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Veteran Security Career Snapshot
- Aaron describes 25 years in IT and security across seed-stage to Fortune 50 companies. He mentions working with Dan Jones at Adobe and a long industry track record.
Name Rooted In Music Culture
- The company name 909Cyber comes from a drum machine, not an area code. Music culture and the TR-909 are central to the founders' identity and brand.
Music As Team Culture Glue
- Music culture overlaps heavily with tech culture and shapes team chemistry. Dan and Aaron value shared music passions as part of partnership fit.