The CTO Show with Mehmet Gonullu #206 Madalin Staniu on Cyber Hygiene and the Importance of Trust in Digital World
Join us on an enlightening journey with cybersecurity expert and entrepreneur, Madalin Staniu. Madalin, a seasoned professional with roots in software development and technical leadership, offers a unique perspective on the cybersecurity landscape. He shares her journey, from laying the groundwork of software development to founding her own technology company, Black Bullet, which delivers bespoke software solutions with a heavy focus on cybersecurity. Listen in as we navigate how the software development lifecycle has evolved, enabling developers to easily learn new programming languages and test their work.
This episode also illuminates the critical issue of cybersecurity awareness, which Madalin argues is not just a concern for large corporations, but for society as a whole. We delve into the role of social media in cyber threats and how training and awareness can arm organizations with the tools they need to protect their digital assets. Small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), in particular, can find this discussion valuable as we highlight ways they can strengthen their digital security and cultivate a robust cybersecurity mindset.
As we round off the conversation, we investigate how AI can serve cybersecurity consultants and the challenging role of cybersecurity consultancies in keeping pace with the rapidly evolving nature of cyber threats. We provide a comprehensive look at how different sectors, ranging from legal and tax to oil and gas, protect their assets and data through cyber hygiene measures. With trust being the cornerstone of any successful relationship, we touch upon the importance of building trust between consultants and clients and the role of virtual CTOs in managing a company's security. We wrap up with a forward-looking discussion on the need to foster cybersecurity talent and make cybersecurity comprehensible to all through user-friendly technology. Don't miss this enlightening discussion on the significance of cybersecurity and the importance of safeguarding privacy in our increasingly digital world.
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