Business Security Weekly (Audio) The Value of Zero Trust - Rob Allen - BSW #402
Jul 2, 2025
Rob Allen, Chief Product Officer at ThreatLocker, discusses the transformative potential of Zero Trust security, drawing on over two decades of tech expertise. He highlights new research showing that organizations could have reduced cyber losses by up to 31% with Zero Trust, resulting in $465 billion savings. Rob simplifies the complexities of this model, advocating for its ease of deployment through ThreatLocker’s platform. He also emphasizes the importance of client engagement in security strategies to balance protection with operational efficiency.
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Zero Trust's Huge Economic Impact
- Zero trust can reduce cyber losses by up to 31%, potentially saving $465 billion annually worldwide.
- It not only prevents attacks but also reduces operational overhead caused by shadow IT and unauthorized software.
Zero Trust is a Journey
- Avoid considering zero trust as a fixed destination; see it as an ongoing journey for continuous improvement.
- Understand what zero trust means specifically for your organization to effectively implement it.
Adopt Federal Zero Trust Definition
- Start zero trust adoption by following the US federal government's executive order definition.
- Assume breach is inevitable and act accordingly by limiting access to only what is necessary.