Cloud Security Podcast Cybersecurity Isn’t Crowded: Security Engineering and the 5,000 Vendor Problem
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Jan 10, 2025 Ross Haleliuk, author of "Cybersecurity for Builders" and creator of the Venture in Security blog, dives into the complex world of cybersecurity. He discusses why the industry is less crowded than it appears and the critical divide between in-house security and vendor reliance. Ross also emphasizes the importance of balancing business needs with security engineering, sharing insights on addressing market problems for startups. The conversation highlights the ongoing need for knowledge sharing and innovation in this ever-evolving tech landscape.
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Cybersecurity Industry Size
- Cybersecurity is a smaller industry than fintech or marketing tech, with only about 5,000 vendors.
- Even if cybersecurity is everyone's problem, 5,000 vendors may not be enough.
Security Engineering Distribution
- Security engineering is present but not equally distributed across all companies.
- Many companies access security expertise through third-party vendors rather than building in-house teams.
Incentives for Security Investment
- Companies without prior security engineering experience are unlikely to start now.
- Many industries lack incentives to invest in security tools despite needing them the most.
