CISO Series Podcast I Don't Just Guess About Effectiveness, I Make Educated Guesses!
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Nov 4, 2025 Explore the balance between practical security measures and idealism in tech design. Discover how AI is revolutionizing governance and compliance in cloud environments. Hear insights on discarding legacy systems during mergers and acquisitions. Delve into the debate on effective security awareness training without disruptive tactics. Learn how AI can enhance vulnerability management and automate tasks traditionally requiring penetration testing. Lastly, understand the complex challenges of measuring security effectiveness and control.
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Authenticate The User-Device Pair
- Design security for humans by minimizing friction so users don't bypass controls for productivity.
- Authenticate the human-device pair so users authenticate once and the device carries on seamless access.
Eliminate Toolset Bloat Early
- Centralize tool choice and intake so users request approved solutions instead of buying SaaS ad‑hoc.
- Standardize one cloud and clear tool mappings to reduce toolset bloat and rogue purchases.
Rip The Legacy Bandage Off
- Throwing out acquired IT stacks forces standardization and reduces long-term support costs.
- Migrating only chosen production systems prevents accumulating legacy burdens after M&A.