Sam's Journey in Cybersecurity and Zscaler

Sam Carey, the CISO at Zscaler, shares his unconventional journey into the cybersecurity field. With a background in physics, linguistics, and counter-terrorism, Sam found himself drawn into the world of cybersecurity through unexpected opportunities and experiences. He discusses the impressive growth and success of Zscaler as a company, emphasizing their approach to zero trust and the importance of only allowing necessary connections in network security. Sam highlights the need for change in the cybersecurity industry to combat the rapidly evolving skills gap and the importance of diversity in teams.