
Ciaran Martin
Professor of Practice in the Management of Public Organizations at the University of Oxford. Previously founded and served as chief executive of the National Cybersecurity Center within the UK's intelligence, security and cyber agency.
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Jun 27, 2025 • 52min
From the SANS Cyber Leaders Podcast: Fighting Back with John Hubbard
In a deep dive into cybersecurity, James Lyne from SANS, who specializes in tracking down cyber criminals, and Ciaran Martin, a former government official who set up the UK's National Cyber Security Centre, share invaluable insights. They discuss the ever-evolving threat landscape and the importance of proactive defense strategies. Topics include the role of Security Operations Centers, the interplay between blue teams and penetration testing, and the significance of user training against phishing attacks. Their energetic exchange balances critical knowledge with a touch of humor.

Sep 16, 2025 • 9min
Australian businesses warned of growing cybersecurity threat
Ciaran Martin, former CEO of the UK's National Cyber Security Centre and current Chair of CyberCX UK, shares alarming insights on Australia's escalating cybersecurity threats. He emphasizes the shift from data theft to disruptive attacks targeting critical services. Martin highlights the need for collective responsibility among businesses to strengthen cybersecurity measures and enhance supplier relationships. He also addresses the geopolitical concerns surrounding TikTok and its implications for data security, tying it to broader national security issues.

Jul 14, 2025 • 35min
AI Testing and Evaluation: Learnings from cybersecurity
Ciaran Martin, a professor at Oxford and former head of the UK's National Cybersecurity Center, and Tori Westerhoff, Principal Director at Microsoft’s AI Red Team, dive deep into the intersection of AI and cybersecurity. They discuss the importance of differentiated cybersecurity standards and the role of public-private partnerships in enhancing security. Martin shares insights from historical events, while Westerhoff highlights how red teaming can pinpoint AI vulnerabilities during development, ensuring safer technological advancements.

Jan 29, 2025 • 57min
China's AI win, transparency in family courts, refugee life close up
Ciaran Martin, a cybersecurity expert and professor at Oxford, shares insights on global cybersecurity threats and the complexities of China's tech rivalries. Kathrin Hille, the Financial Times' Greater China correspondent, discusses TikTok's influence on Taiwan's youth and the political landscape. Hannah Summers, a family courts journalist, advocates for newfound transparency in family courts, shedding light on how these changes can lead to better accountability. Lastly, Emma Young reflects on the challenges of depicting immigration realities in media.

Mar 20, 2024 • 29min
Is the clock ticking for TikTok?
The podcast discusses the potential ban of TikTok in the US and UK over national security concerns. It also delves into Elon Musk and Don Lemon's fallout, BBC's move into podcast advertising, and a journalist's exploration of data held by Meta.