Beers with Talos Podcast Two Marshalls, One Podcast
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Oct 16, 2025 Christopher Marshall, Talos Vice President and former U.S. Navy nuclear operator, dives into his journey from the Navy to cybersecurity. He shares insights on translating complex technical concepts to non-technical leaders and emphasizes mission-focused leadership during tumultuous times. Marshall discusses the importance of building trust with clients, shares life-altering decisions that shaped his career, and reveals his nerdy hobbies like wargaming and woodworking that help him unwind while fostering team connections.
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From Navy To Games To Cybersecurity
- Christopher Marshall left the Navy and joined Games Workshop to follow hobby-driven interests before moving into cybersecurity.
- He joined Sourcefire in 2009 after a friend insisted, which launched his long Talos journey and leadership of vulnerability research.
Being Right Beats Being First
- Marshall emphasizes being correct and providing peace of mind over being first to publish findings.
- Mission-focused defensive work builds long-term trust with customers and partners.
Anchor Teams With A Core Mission
- Keep a clear core mission to provide stability during chaos and fast change.
- Be the steady leader who defends people and decisions so teams can focus on execution.