Dennis Pickett

Dennis Pickett, VP and CISO at Westat, dives into the complexities of phishing tests in cybersecurity. He argues that not all education requires testing, emphasizing the need for building a culture of security awareness over punishment. Pickett champions empowering employees to report suspicious activities and discusses the significance of implementing supportive tools like phishing alert buttons. He advocates for a positive security culture that recognizes and incentivizes proactive engagement, rather than blaming victims.

Dennis Pickett, Vice President and Chief Information Security Officer at Westat, dives into pressing cybersecurity challenges. He discusses CrowdStrike's current troubles and the increasing issues surrounding damage reporting post-breach, showcased by Delta Airlines. The conversation highlights the ethics of ransomware payments and Argentina’s controversial use of AI for crime prediction. They also tackle the complexities of AI in law enforcement and the growing call for quality talent in the cybersecurity field.