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 Penetration and security testers - what do they do all day? Listen as experienced security tester Glenn Wilkinson and relative newcomers Alex Miller and Barney Muller talk about what the job entails at beginner, intermediate and expert levels. ISF Principal Bharat Thakrar and Analyst Mark Ward put the questions to the trio in this second of a series exploring infosec careers. If you would like to find out more about the topics covered in this episode, get in touch with Mark Ward, Senior Research Analyst at the ISF. Subscribe to the ISF Analyst Podcast wherever you listen to podcasts Connect with us on LinkedIn From the Information Security Forum, the leading authority on cyber, information security, and risk management.

How will information security be changed by AI-driven tools such as ChatGPT? Listen as cloud security engineer Patricia Rodrigues talk about how she uses it and debate what its ultimate impact will be with ISF analysts Paul Watts and Mark Ward. If you would like to find out more about the topics covered in this episode, get in touch with Mark Ward, Senior Research Analyst at the ISF. Subscribe to the ISF Analyst Podcast wherever you listen to podcasts Connect with us on LinkedIn From the Information Security Forum, the leading authority on cyber, information security, and risk management.

There's only so much that a CISO can get from books, some of it has to be learned on the job. Hear experienced CISO Ralph Benton from Nordic media group -Schibsted, talk to ISF analysts Paul Watts and Mark Ward about the expectations and evolution of the role, including lessons he's learned and how he applies them. If you would like to find out more about the topics covered in this episode, get in touch with Mark Ward, Senior Research Analyst at the ISF. Subscribe to the ISF Analyst Podcast wherever you listen to podcasts Connect with us on LinkedIn From the Information Security Forum, the leading authority on cyber, information security, and risk management.

The global cyber security profession is facing a universal challenge in attracting talented individuals. Lisa Hartmann-Jensen from the City of Copenhagen's administrative office explores how leveraging local colleges is winning over those interested in InfoSec. Lisa goes into detail on her passion for cyber security, how her work ensures the Danish city operates smoothly and securely, and how their approach could be a solution to the global cyber skills shortage. If you would like to find out more about the topics covered in this episode, get in touch with Mark Ward, Senior Research Analyst at the ISF. Subscribe to the ISF Analyst Podcast wherever you listen to podcasts Connect with us on LinkedIn From the Information Security Forum, the leading authority on cyber, information security, and risk management.

ISF Principals Bharat Thakrar and Mark Chaplin join Mark Ward to begin a series dedicated to shedding light on a career in information security. The conversation covers their personal paths into the profession, how they have seen the trade evolve, the emerging skill-set demanded by the threat landscape, and the opportunity facing current and aspiring security professionals to make a difference in the industry. If you would like to find out more about the topics covered in this episode, get in touch with Mark Ward, Senior Research Analyst at the ISF. Subscribe to the ISF Analyst Podcast wherever you listen to podcasts Connect with us on LinkedIn From the Information Security Forum, the leading authority on cyber, information security, and risk management

ISF analysts Benoit Heynderickx and Paul Watts are joined by Ross Johnston from Bupa to provide an ISF Member perspective on cloud services: how they are used and the risks they pose. The panel focus largely on how the mapping of the SOGP against the CSA's Cloud Controls Matrix helps organisations to manage their cloud deployments more effectively. If you would like to find out more about the topics covered in this episode, get in touch with Mark Ward, Senior Research Analyst at the ISF. Subscribe to the ISF Analyst Podcast wherever you listen to podcasts Connect with us on LinkedIn From the Information Security Forum, the leading authority on cyber, information security, and risk management

AI technologies are full of promise – but will that potential be used for good or ill? Listen as threat hunting expert Rob MacGregor from PwC debates with ISF analysts Lee Munson, Richard Absalom and Mark Ward about how these systems could be used to harm or hinder organisations. If you would like to find out more about the topics covered in this episode, get in touch with Mark Ward, Senior Research Analyst at the ISF. Subscribe to the ISF Analyst Podcast wherever you listen to podcasts Connect with us on LinkedIn From the Information Security Forum, the leading authority on cyber, information security, and risk management

With AI systems such as ChatGPT dominating technology headlines every day, many are left wondering what it takes to keep pace and truly harness this potent technology. Listen as ISF analysts Max Brook and Mark Ward are joined by AI expert David Sully from Advai to explore the present and possible future potential of the space. If you would like to find out more about the topics covered in this episode, get in touch with Mark Ward, Senior Research Analyst at the ISF. Subscribe to the ISF Analyst Podcast wherever you listen to podcasts Connect with us on LinkedIn From the Information Security Forum, the leading authority on cyber, information security, and risk management

Patric Versteeg, CISO at ISF Member organisation Viterra, and Paul Watts, former CISO now ISF Distinguished Analyst, share insights into the softer skills that have become imperative to the role of the security lead. Patric debates methods to avoid burnout, and explains how a more inclusive way of working has made his working and personal life more productive and happier. If you would like to find out more about the topics covered in this episode, get in touch with Mark Ward, Senior Research Analyst at the ISF. Subscribe to the ISF Analyst Podcast wherever you listen to podcasts Connect with us on LinkedIn From the Information Security Forum, the leading authority on cyber, information security, and risk management

Director of Cyber Security Governance at Danone, Lies Alderlieste, joins ISF Analysts Mark Ward and Paul Watts to offer advice to security leaders embarking on a governance journey. Lies and Paul draw from their experience as security leaders to hone in on what it takes for governance to be a guiding hand, emphasising the importance of aligning security strategy with the overarching strategy of the business. Subscribe to the ISF Analyst Podcast wherever you listen to podcasts Connect with us on LinkedIn From the Information Security Forum, the leading authority on cyber, information security, and risk management