Afternoon Cyber Tea with Ann Johnson

Building Resilient Security Teams with Ryan Field

Mar 25, 2025

Ryan Field, Executive Vice President & Chief Information Security Officer at Bank of Hawaii, shares his extensive cybersecurity expertise. He discusses the importance of fostering diverse perspectives in security leadership. Ryan emphasizes the need for collaborative security cultures, shifting from enforcement to partnership. He highlights unique challenges in the banking sector and advocates for tailored risk management strategies. With a focus on building trust and psychological safety, Ryan expresses optimism for a more resilient future through mentorship and innovation.

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Quick takeaways

Adopting an attacker mindset is crucial for anticipating vulnerabilities and innovating defenses in the evolving cybersecurity landscape.

Building resilient security teams requires diverse perspectives and a philosophy of servant leadership to foster collaboration and creativity.

Deep dives

The Importance of the Attacker Mindset

Emphasizing the significance of adopting an attacker mindset greatly influences the approach to cybersecurity. Understanding threats from the perspective of an attacker allows security professionals to anticipate potential vulnerabilities and devise innovative strategies to reinforce defenses. This proactive approach transcends technical aspects, as it fosters an environment where team members collaboratively explore attack scenarios and identify weaknesses in their security measures. As the cybersecurity landscape continuously evolves, maintaining this mindset becomes essential for effectively addressing both current and future threats.

Intro

3min

Embracing the Attacker Mindset for Resilient Security Teams

3min

Cultivating Diversity and Resilience in Cybersecurity

3min

Collaborative Security Culture

8min

Fostering Trust and Collaboration in Cybersecurity

4min

Ryan Field, Executive Vice President & Chief Information Security Officer at Bank of Hawaii joins Ann on this week's episode of Afternoon Cyber Tea. With over two decades of experience in IT and cybersecurity, Ryan shares his approach to security leadership; and the importance of fostering collaboration and diverse perspectives. He discusses the unique challenges of cybersecurity in banking and financial services, how organizations across Hawaii are coming together to build a more resilient security workforce, and how shifting from enforcers to influencers is transforming security culture.

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