Cloud Security Podcast by Google EP189 How Google Does Security Programs at Scale: CISO Insights
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Sep 9, 2024 Royal Hansen, the CISO of Alphabet, dives deep into Google's unique security culture and infrastructure. He discusses the challenges and advantages of operating at massive scale, highlighting the need for proactive security by design. Hansen shares insights on scaling teams effectively, utilizing AI for threat detection, and cultivating a resilient security environment. He also reflects on surprising aspects of Google's internal culture that could benefit the broader industry, emphasizing the importance of discipline and system design.
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Career Shift
- Royal Hansen transitioned from a career in banking to Google's CISO role.
- He was drawn by the opportunity to contribute to the foundational infrastructure supporting all industries.
Security by Design
- Google's vast infrastructure necessitates solving security problems through design, not manpower.
- Security is baked into the infrastructure, requiring developers to utilize secure libraries and frameworks.
Decoupling Team Growth
- Google decouples the growth of security teams from the increasing number of assets and threats.
- This approach is essential for managing security at scale.