Isaac and Jeffrey discuss the importance of aligning oneself with a company's risk profile. They explore the concept of risk tolerance and how it varies depending on the company's stage of development and industry. They highlight the need for a balance between security and other business priorities, as well as the importance of having conversations about risk tolerance with managers and teams. They also touch on the potential misalignment between managers and companies, and the implicit cultural risk tolerance that can lead to security vulnerabilities. Overall, they emphasize the need for understanding and navigating risk in the context of software development.
