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Send us a textEpisode SummaryOn this episode, Matt speaks with Senior Executive, Board Director, and leader in Cybersecurity, risk management, and regulatory compliance, Chris Hetner about cybersecurity and the newly-proposed SEC cybersecurity rules. With over 25 years of experience in the cybersecurity space, Chris has served in roles including as Senior Cybersecurity Advisor to the Chairman at the SEC, Managing Director of Information Security Operations at GE Capital, and SVP Information Security at Citi.Today, Chris talks about understanding the proposed cybersecurity rules, defining materiality, and the importance of focusing on cyber-resilience. Where does the Cloud come into it? Hear about the cost of cyberattacks, the core risk exposures, and Chris’s formula to personal growth. Timestamp Segments·       [02:47] Chris’s proudest moments.·       [10:00] The new proposed rules.·       [14:26] Defining materiality.·       [23:56] Bridging the language gap.·       [32:14] Focusing on cyber-resilience.·       [35:36] Cybersecurity expertise on the board.·       [41:27] The cloud.·       [45:32] The formula to personal growth. Notable Quotes·       “Ransomware extortion is relatively insignificant relative to the overall cost of the event.”·       “You can’t outsource the risk.”·       “Realize that you’re not always the smartest person in the room.”·       “We don’t know it all, and we never will.”The future of cloud security.Simplify cloud security with Prisma Cloud, the Code to Cloud platform powered by Precision AI.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.

Send us a textThis episode of the Cloud Security Today podcast welcomes back favorite special guests Jay Chen and Nathaniel “Q” Quist to unpack the latest Cloud Threat Report. Join host Matt Chiodi as he shares insights from the report and analyzes the current state of cloud security.Beginning with an in-depth look at Identity and Access Management (IAM) in cloud security, the guests talk about the latest changes in cloud security. They discuss the report’s findings on permissions and what cloud systems providers are currently doing (or not doing) to help keep cloud data secure. At the end of the episode, Jay and Q give tips on how to stay up-to-date on developments in the cloud security landscape and reveal the next projects that they’re working on. If you enjoyed this episode, you can show your support for the podcast by rating and reviewing it and by subscribing to Cloud Security Today wherever you listen to podcasts.  Show Notes/Timestamps[2:11] Matt welcomes repeat guests Jay and Q onto the show[3:36] So, what’s changed for Identity and Access Management over the last year? [8:05] Jay lays out what makes good cloud governance so difficult[11:50] Complicating factors in cloud security[14:22] What does the research show about permissions and over permissions on cloud systems? [17:28] “When you can’t figure out what to do, you add more permissions:” How permissions multiply[20:19] Are cloud service providers helping or hindering cloud security?[24:03] Debating the Infrastructure as Code framework[28:13] Q breaks down the Cloud Threat Actor Index [31:32] Q’s top five bad actors on the cloud security landscape[35:11] Jay gives his recommendations for IAM[39:55] How you can stay up-to-date on the latest developments in cloud security[42:10] The next projects that Jay and Q are working onLinksCheck out this episode’s sponsor, Prisma CloudUnit 42 reportsIAM-Deescalate ToolCloud Sec ListThe future of cloud security.Simplify cloud security with Prisma Cloud, the Code to Cloud platform powered by Precision AI.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.

Send us a textPockets of Innovation with John ChavanneEpisode SummaryOn this episode, Solutions Architect at Palo Alto Networks, John Chavanne, joins Matt to talk about his career of innovation. John’s career spans over 20 years at HSBC before transitioning into DevOps and Cloud Solutions at Palo Alto Networks.Today, John talks about his career arc, transitioning to cloud, and the value of communities of practice groups. Where should organizations start with deploying a CNAP? Hear about the challenges with deploying cloud platforms, and John’s greatest accomplishments. Timestamp Segments·       [01:30] About John.·       [02:54] John’s career.·       [05:47] What is something that cloud makes easier?·       [07:09] Transitioning from network to DevOps and Cloud.·       [10:15] Starting the move to cloud at HSBC.·       [13:15] Cloud communities of practice.·       [18:47] Sharing code.·       [21:27] John’s biggest accomplishment.·       [23:23] Prisma Cloud.·       [26:25] Organizational challenges with deploying cloud platforms.·       [29:41] Where to start with deploying a CNAP.·       [33:54] How does John stay fresh? Notable Quotes·       “You can test things out in the cloud and the price of failure is almost zero.”·       “Innovation happens in pockets.”·       “Reduce waste and build habits that reduce waste.” Relevant LinksRecommended reading:         The Toyota Way.                                                Kubernetes - An Enterprise Guide.KodeKloud:     https://kodekloud.comTwitter:            https://twitter.com/jjchavanneThe future of cloud security.Simplify cloud security with Prisma Cloud, the Code to Cloud platform powered by Precision AI.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.

Send us a textWhat Serverless Can Do For You? With Mark GouldEpisode SummaryOn this episode, Cloud Security Engineer at Manhattan Associates, Mark Gould, joins Matt to talk about serverless computing. Mark is a Cybersecurity specialist, with a focus on the Google Cloud Platform, and is a Certified Google Architect.Today, Mark talks about serverless computing, the security risk to consider, and working with DevOps teams. What are the top three metrics to start with for automation and security? Hear about cloud automation, Mark’s NSG alerting system, and his greatest accomplishments in recent years. Timestamp Segments·       [01:22] About Mark.·       [02:49] About Manhattan Associates.·       [04:46] How does cloud fit in?·       [06:16] Automation in the cloud.·       [09:03] Modernization at Manhattan Associates.·       [10:18] Serverless computing.·       [14:39] Security risks with using serverless functions.·       [17:58] Mark’s NSG alerting system.·       [21:27] Three metrics for automation and security.·       [23:33] What should security teams be doing differently when working with DevOps?·       [25:43] What is Mark most proud of?·       [27:45] How does Mark continue to learn?·       [30:31] Is Manhattan Associates hiring? Notable Quotes·       “You definitely have to pick what kind of processes you want to automate and make sure that you’re willing to put in the work to maintain them.”·       “Sometimes serverless isn’t always the cheapest option.”·       “Leaders are learners.” Relevant LinksManhattan Associates:           https://www.manh.comLinkedIn:         https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-gould-15a7a3149The future of cloud security.Simplify cloud security with Prisma Cloud, the Code to Cloud platform powered by Precision AI.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.

Send us a textBook Review: Startup Secure with Chris CastaldoEpisode SummaryOn this episode, CISO at Crossbeam and Author of Startup Secure: Baking Cybersecurity into your Company from Founding to Exit, Chris Castaldo, joins Matt to talk about startups and security. Chris is an industry-wide recognized CISO, having over 20 years of experience in cybersecurity.Today, Chris talks about his book, Startup Secure, his move to startups from the public sector, and the different startup development phases. What should startups focus on during the different development phases? Hear about security trust centers, the top startup security sins, and get Chris’s formula for personal growth. Timestamp Segments·       [02:03] What prompted Chris to write Startup Secure?·       [04:57] What has changed during the writing process?·       [06:47] Critical decisions throughout Chris’s career.·       [11:17] Moving from public sector to startups.·       [15:39] Startup development phases.·       [20:16] When certifications don’t make sense.·       [26:09] Mistakes in communicating to customers.·       [30:16] Security trust centers.·       [32:45] Startup security sins.·       [35:38] Chris’s formula for personal growth.·       [39:06] Chris’s parting words. Notable Quotes·       “You’re not the target. You’re just the jumping point to that target.”·       “I don’t need to review the security of a company we’re buying desks from.”·       “You just can’t expect everyone to be a cybersecurity expert.” Relevant LinksBuy the Book: https://www.amazon.com/Start-Up-Secure-Cybersecurity-Company-Founding/dp/1119700736LinkedIn:         https://www.linkedin.com/in/chriscastaldoThe future of cloud security.Simplify cloud security with Prisma Cloud, the Code to Cloud platform powered by Precision AI.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.

Chris Hughes, CISO and Co-Founder of Aquia, talks about licensing and certifications, cloud innovation, achieving continuous ATO, and building software factories. He also discusses the people side of the business, effective community building, and his formula for personal growth.

Send us a textIn today’s episode, the Creator of Zero Trust, John Kindervag, joins Matt on the show to discuss implementing Zero Trust in your organization. While at Forrester Research in 2010, John developed Zero Trust, promising adequate and effective protection of an organization’s most valuable assets.Today, John talks about the driving force behind Zero Trust, the concept of the Protect Surface, and Kipling Method Policies. Why is trust a vulnerability? Hear about Zero Trust, Shadow IT, and get John’s recommended resources. Timestamp Segments·       [02:20] About John.·       [05:29] How does John define Zero Trust?·       [07:45] Why is trust a vulnerability?·       [09:56] The Protect Surface.·       [12:32] Kipling Method Policies.·       [17:22] The roadmap to Zero Trust at scale.·       [22:56] It’s the inspection that matters.·       [28:26] Zero Trust in the Cloud.·       [31:33] Shadow IT.·       [38:54] Tracking specific metrics.·       [40:58] John’s resource recommendations. Notable Quote"We can never stop cyber attacks from happening, but we can stop them from being successful.”Relevant LinksRecommended Reading:       The Zero Trust Learning Curve.Antifragile, by Nassim Nicholas Taleb. On Grand Strategy, by John Gaddis.Winning in FastTime, by John Warden.LinkedIn:         https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-kindervag-40572b1ISMG:              https://ismg.ioThe future of cloud security.Simplify cloud security with Prisma Cloud, the Code to Cloud platform powered by Precision AI.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.

Send us a textThis episode of the Cloud Security Today podcast is a little different from the others because this time host Matthew Chiodi gives the interviewer’s seat over to Yousuf Khan and they talk about an exciting new development in Matt’s career.Matt announces a big career move and talks about how he’s hoping to fix some of the biggest problems in SaaS security today. He tells Yousuf about his new role and the fresh approach that his new company is bringing to the field. At the end of the episode, they discuss working in a start-up environment and give advice to anyone considering working in a start-up.If you enjoyed this episode, subscribe, or follow Cloud Security Today wherever you get your podcasts.Timestamps[0:28] Matt introduces the topic for today’s episode[1:50] Exciting news from Matt about his latest career move[5:10] Matt explains one of the biggest challenges in app security today[7:25] How have we managed app security up to now?[9:20] So how does Cerby work?[11:32] Matt’s new role at Cerby and an outline of his first few months[12:50] Why Matt likes working in a start-up environment[14:05] How Matt became interested in Cerby[16:20] What’s next for Cerby?[18:10] The advice that Matt would give to anyone looking to join a start-up[20:40] Yousuf adds his thoughts about working for a start-upEpisode LinksRidge VenturesYousuf Khan's Linkedin ProfileCerby's websiteMatt's Linkedin Profile

Send us a textAs the world of cloud security continues to progress at high speed, new challenges and threats arise and morph on a constant basis. The MITRE Corporation is a body tasked by the US government with solving some of the largest threats in cybersecurity and beyond, and we are very lucky to welcome Tracy Bannon to the podcast today, who is the Senior Principal and Software Architect & DevOps Advisor at MITRE. Tracy opens up about her career journey leading up to her current position, what drew her into the work at MITRE, and how the simplicity of the solutions-focused mission has embedded her loyalty and passion within the organization. The conversation also goes some way into exploring the potential and limitations of zero trust, and what it actually means to make progress towards safer environments. Along the way, our guest makes some interesting and quite unique arguments for why words matter, and why change is healthier through a philosophy centered on building. So to catch it all in this fascinating conversation, make sure to join us on Cloud Security Today!Key Points From This Episode:Tracy unpacks a brief history of FFRDCs and their role as objective technology advisors.The two main areas of Tracy's work at MITRE; digital transformation of software factories, and data centricity in data environments.Understanding MITRE's practical application and validation of the principles of zero trust theory. Weighing the validity of the negative reputation that developers have when it comes to security.Issues with the terms DevOps, DevSecOps, and SecDevOps, and the overloading and rushing that often happens on security teams. Why Tracy prioritizes 'culture building' over 'culture change' when thinking about progress. Leading teams, modeling behaviors, and realistic expectations for human error. Tools and safety nets in the cloud-native approach; Tracy's perspective on how much value to assign to these.Why the mission at MITRE initially piqued, and subsequently retained, Tracy's interest! Tweetables:“It’s not a recipe. It's not five things you have to do. It's understanding the principles and then applying them, being able to audit them, and validate consistently that they're happening. MITRE does both sides of that.” — @TracyBannon [0:07:44]“Our job is not to land and expand. It’s impact. At all costs, it's to make impact. If it's one person, or a half of that person, it's really defined by the ability to keep the US safe.” — @TracyBannon [0:09:39]Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:Tracy Bannon on LinkedInTracy Bannon on TwitterMITRE CorporationRevelationThe Kill ChainZero Trust SecurityThe Software Architect ElevatorThe future of cloud security.Simplify cloud security with Prisma Cloud, the Code to Cloud platform powered by Precision AI.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.

Send us a textOriginally recorded in September of 2021...today’s guest is Justin Berman, the Vice President of Infrastructure and IT and the CISO at Thirty Madison. Thirty Madison is aiming to be a platform that everyone can use to deal with their chronic healthcare needs. Justin’s main focus is on building out the teams that enable scaling. With his development background, Justin has some unique ideas when it comes to cloud security, which makes for a fascinating interview. You’ll walk away from this episode with a new perspective on how to build security into products from the start and a better understanding of how to transition smoothly from on-prem to the cloud.Tweetables“I see security as an engineering problem. What I mean by that is not that there aren't things that you solve with process, or with policy, or training, but rather that in as many places as possible if you want to have a scaled effect within security, you need to write code to solve a problem.” — @justinmberman [0:06:03]Justin Berman on LinkedInPhoenix ProjectSimon SinekThe future of cloud security.Simplify cloud security with Prisma Cloud, the Code to Cloud platform powered by Precision AI.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.