Jeff Pollard

This installment features Jeff Pollard, VP at Forrester Research and co-author of the AEGIS Framework, which addresses the challenges AI poses for security leaders. Rohit Dhamankar from Fortra highlights the importance of offensive security in regulatory compliance. Michael Leland of Island sheds light on compromised credentials and browser security. The discussion dives into the urgent need for proactive measures against AI-driven risks, recent funding news, and the balance between technological advancements and privacy concerns, making for a thought-provoking conversation.

Join Jeff Pollard, Vice President and Principal Analyst at Forrester Research, as he shares insights on navigating budget planning for security and risk in 2025. He discusses critical investment areas like software supply chain security and emphasizes the need for a risk-based approach to human risk management. The chat also touches on the importance of integrating security practices into overall business strategy, evolving pricing models for flexibility, and fostering a security-conscious culture amidst budget constraints. Dive into actionable strategies to enhance cyber resilience!

Jeff Pollard, an analyst specializing in security at Forrester, discusses strategies for CISOs to navigate volatility and effectively manage budgets. Pej Roshan, CMO of Menlo Security, emphasizes the importance of AI-driven threat detection and browser security. Deepen Desai, CSO at Zscaler, highlights the risks of AI-assisted attacks and advocates for Zero Trust strategies. The conversation covers the critical need for improved communication of security requirements and the importance of automation in enhancing operational efficiency.

Jeff Pollard, Vice President and Principal Analyst at Forrester Research, dives into the emerging role of the Chief Trust Officer, highlighting its importance in today's business landscape. He explains how customer demands have driven this role's evolution from traditional CISO responsibilities, now encompassing ESG, resilience, and compliance. Pollard emphasizes the need for metrics that demonstrate trust's contribution to revenue, while discussing ideal CISO personas for this position. The conversation also touches on the balance between AI reliance and core security skills.

Jeff Pollard, VP and Principal Analyst at Forrester, and Jess Byrne, Principal Analyst, dive into the evolving CISO role. They discuss the mounting pressures and personal liabilities CISOs face, emphasizing the need for self-preservation strategies. The conversation explores emerging roles like Business Information Security Officers and highlights the importance of compliance and customer engagement. They also address the gender and diversity gaps within the CISO position, stressing the need for representation at the executive level as the landscape of security leadership transforms.