Andrew Wilder

This week, Andrew Wilder, CISO at Vetcor, delves into the shifting landscape of cybersecurity. He discusses Apple's controversial decision to withdraw end-to-end encryption in the UK and its implications for user privacy. The conversation also highlights innovative training techniques like gamification, showcasing how they can re-engage employees in cybersecurity awareness. Additionally, Wilder addresses the fallout from a significant data breach and the real risks tied to recent layoffs in cybersecurity roles, raising alarms about national security in an evolving threat landscape.

Andrew Wilder, CISO at Vetcor, offers a wealth of knowledge in cybersecurity risk management. The conversation centers on the complexities of achieving 'maintenance mode' in security programs. Wilder discusses the balance between proactive measures and optimizing existing tools while navigating organizational growth. He emphasizes the importance of continuous improvement over merely shifting to maintenance mode, highlighting the necessity for effective incident response and ROI assessment in security investments. Wilder also touches on the evolving role of CISOs in business alignment.

CISO Andrew Wilder joins in to discuss AI, phishing, and ransomware. Topics include privacy issues in Microsoft 365 Education, security awareness training with psychology, and the Ticketmaster hack fallout. Guest interview and sponsor acknowledgment round out the episode.