Ross Young

Ross Young, a pragmatic cybersecurity practitioner and co-host of CISO Tradecraft, teams up with Jacob Coombs, CISO at Tandem Diabetes Care, to delve into pressing security concerns. They explore the alarming trend of cybercriminals hijacking cargo shipments and the implications of collaborative ransomware groups. The duo also analyzes the troubling password practices still prevalent today. Plus, they examine how Sleepy Duck cleverly exploits Ethereum for malicious activities. Their insights highlight the critical balance of security in a rapidly evolving tech landscape.

Join Ross Young, a seasoned cybersecurity leader and co-host of the CISO Tradecraft podcast, alongside G Mark Hardy, a veteran cybersecurity expert and instructor. They dive into pressing CISO concerns, including AI security, identity management, and the challenges of deep fakes. The duo discusses identity as the new perimeter in security and offers practical strategies for securing funding for identity initiatives. They also speculate on AI's impact on cybersecurity careers and share insights about non-human identities and the importance of governance.

Ross Young, a former CIA officer and seasoned cybersecurity leader, dives deep into mastering the cybersecurity budget. He discusses the common pitfalls in budget allocation and critiques the inefficiencies of incremental budgeting. Ross highlights the importance of understanding total cost of ownership and advocates for a threat-informed approach to spending. He also introduces his unique audit method to optimize tool usage and shares insights from his upcoming book on the often-overlooked challenges in cybersecurity finance.