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Episode 283 Deep Dive: John Hare | How AI Shapes the Future of Corporate Security
13-11-2024
Episode 283 Deep Dive: John Hare | How AI Shapes the Future of Corporate Security
“The views reflected in this podcast are the views of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of the global EY organization or its member firms.” In this episode, we sit down with John Hare, Associate Partner, Cyber Security from EY as he discusses the latest EY research on what those organisations that achieve the best security outcomes (“Secure Creators”) do differently to their less secure peers (“Prone Enterprises”). We also explore how Secure Creators are responding to the recent surge in AI and GenAI use – both in the cyber function (AI for Cyber) and throughout the enterprise (Cyber for AI). John provides insights into how AI presents an opportunity for astute cyber teams to cement themselves as the true enablers of technology transformation, rather than “the department of no”. John has 25 years of professional experience, spanning cybersecurity, diplomacy and law. John began his career as an M&A lawyer in London and Tokyo, before serving as a British diplomat for 9 years. John has spent the last decade working on cybersecurity, as a consultant, inside a major bank, and as a regional executive for a technology company. John advises Australia’s leading financial services organisations on their cybersecurity strategies, adopting global better practice, and making cybersecurity a value creation driver.   Articles: Cybersecurity an AI accelerator across the business | EY – Global Cyber and privacy leaders’ agenda | EY – Global Listen to Decrypting The Future episodes here.
Episode 282 Deep Dive: Skeeve Stevens |  Future of Cybersecurity
06-11-2024
Episode 282 Deep Dive: Skeeve Stevens | Future of Cybersecurity
In this episode, we sit down with Skeeve Stevens, Director of Future Crime Agency, as he discusses the increasing desensitization to data breaches and the critical need for proactive government action in cybersecurity. Skeeve dives into the consequences of frequent cyber incidents, the potential for more advanced AI-powered attacks, and the urgent requirement for systemic changes to better manage personal data. We explore the inadequacies of current cybersecurity legislation, the challenges in educating the public about cyber risks, and the looming dangers posed by AI and home automation vulnerabilities. Skeeve also highlights the dire need for improved cybersecurity awareness and education to keep pace with technological advancements. Skeeve Stevens is a leading authority in Australia and the APAC region on the Weaponisation of Technology. He specialises in identifying the risks and threats posed by emerging technologies and navigating the ever-evolving landscape of future technology-driven crime. Future Crime transcends traditional concepts of cybercrime, representing a vast, complex, and rapidly expanding threat landscape with global reach and immediate, far-reaching consequences. Skeeve provides expert advice to a diverse range of professionals, including government officials, politicians, legal advisors, lawyers, judges, law enforcement agencies, defence forces, the security sector, and businesses alike. His expertise has earned him hundreds of media appearances as a subject-matter expert, featuring on television, radio, newspapers, and podcasts across the globe. Skeeve is, above all, a visionary Futurist, accomplished entrepreneur, highly sought-after keynote speaker, and renowned technology architect. As a trusted advisor to C-Level executives, he delivers exceptional insights across a broad spectrum of cutting-edge domains, including Future Crime, Artificial Intelligence, Futurism, Internet Architecture and Critical Infrastructure, the Internet of Things, and Automation. His expertise also spans Micro and Personal Robotics, as well as the sociology and psychology of human interaction with emerging technologies, offering a comprehensive perspective on how these innovations will shape society and our future.  Skeeve is the author of the Threat Matrix, a restricted publication where he discusses potential risks using current, near Future, and emerging technologies and methodologies. Skeeve is the founder of the Future Crime Agency (FCA) which specialises in the weaponisation of advanced and emerging technology and creating awareness for Law Enforcement, Military, First Responders, Private Security, and enterprises who work within those sectors. Skeeve guest lectures on Cybersecurity, Technology Crime, Technology Terrorism, Infrastructure Protection, 1st Principal Thinking and Inversion Thinking at multiple academic institutions in departments such as Computer Science, Political Science, Psychology, National Security, and International Studies. Skeeve is a former Director of the Internet Society of Australia and former chair of APNIC (Internet Governance) Policy Committee.  He has also represented Australia in Internet Governance issues and policy across the world.
Episode 280 Deep Dive: Mary D'Angelo | The Power of Dark Web Threat Intelligence
23-10-2024
Episode 280 Deep Dive: Mary D'Angelo | The Power of Dark Web Threat Intelligence
In this episode, we sit down with Mary D’Angelo, Cyber Threat Intelligence Solutions Lead from Filigran, to explore cyber threat intelligence. Mary dives into the challenges of decision-making fatigue and discusses the essential role of integrating threat intelligence across organizational silos. She emphasizes the importance of a top-down cultural shift, advocating to demonstrate threat intelligence’s ROI to C-level executives. Highlighting real-world examples, such as the LockBit ransomware attacks on US hospitals, Mary reinforces the urgent need to democratize and streamline intelligence sharing. She also discusses the potential of AI in improving threat intelligence processes while noting the necessity for human oversight in decision-making. Mary D’Angelo is a Dark Web Threat Advisor dedicated to empowering organizations with the knowledge and tools needed to effectively combat cyber threats. With a strong focus on threat intelligence, Mary guides businesses in leveraging advanced security strategies to thwart malicious actors. Her commitment to raising awareness about cybersecurity risks is evident through her extensive work, including insightful interviews and thought-provoking blog posts aimed at educating the public. Mary holds a Bachelor’s degree from the University of Washington. Actively engaged in the InfoSec community, Mary is a familiar face at industry events, contributing her expertise and staying abreast of emerging trends. Beyond her professional endeavors, Mary is deeply invested in nurturing the next generation of cybersecurity professionals. She dedicates time to mentoring university students, sharing invaluable insights and guiding them toward successful careers in the field. Mary’s influence extends beyond traditional realms, as she actively participates in esteemed think tanks such as the Dagstuhl Seminar 2024 and the Tortora Bradya Institute. Through collaborative efforts with leading experts, Mary continues to shape the discourse and advance cybersecurity strategies on a global scale.
From NetApp INSIGHT – KB On The Go | Pravjit Tiwana, Senior Vice President & General Manager, Cloud Storage Business Unit, Jeff Baxter, Vice President, Product Marketing, and Krish Vitaldevara, Senior Vice President, Shared Platform
18-10-2024
From NetApp INSIGHT – KB On The Go | Pravjit Tiwana, Senior Vice President & General Manager, Cloud Storage Business Unit, Jeff Baxter, Vice President, Product Marketing, and Krish Vitaldevara, Senior Vice President, Shared Platform
In this bonus episode, KB is joined by Pravjit Tiwana, NetApp’s Senior Vice President & General Manager, Cloud Storage Business Unit, Jeff Baxter, Vice President, Product Marketing, and Krish Vitaldevara, Senior Vice President, Shared Platform on the ground at NetApp Insight 2024. Together, they dive into the critical topics like cloud services, unifying customer data, and the future of intelligent data infrastructure. The discussion delves into the importance of building strong relationships with hyperscalers, the impact of AI on enterprises, and the challenges of data governance. Join us as we explore strategies for integrating AI with data, addressing customer needs, and effectively managing data security and insights. Pravjit Tiwana, Senior Vice President & General Manager, Cloud Storage Business Unit Pravjit Tiwana is NetApp’s GM and SVP of Cloud Storage. In his role, Pravjit is responsible for continuing the acceleration of our market leading first-party services in all three public clouds. Pravjit brings over 25 years of experience to the role, many of those in the cloud space. Most recently, he served as the CEO of Gemini APAC, leading a 1000 person team across engineering, product, program management, sales and Business Development functions. Prior to that, he held a variety of general manager roles at Amazon/AWS, leading the Productivity Applications business and then their Edge & Network Services business. Pravjit lives in Bellevue, Washington with his wife and two teenage daughters (and his best friend, golden doodle Nemo). He is an avid golfer and marathon runner (when it isn’t raining in Seattle). Jeff Baxter, Vice President, Product Marketing Jeff Baxter is Vice President, Product Marketing at NetApp. In this role, Jeff leads the team responsible for core product & solutions marketing at NetApp. Previously, Jeff has held a variety of technical and strategy roles at NetApp, including serving Sr. Director of Product Management for ONTAP, Chief Evangelist for ONTAP, and Field Chief Technology Officer for the Americas at NetApp. Before joining NetApp, Jeff worked as an Associate at Booz Allen Hamilton advising multiple government clients and performing numerous in-depth storage assessments. Prior to Booz Allen, Jeff was Manager of Enterprise Systems at George Washington University, where he led a team of 15+ storage and systems administrators. He had responsibility for enterprise systems including collaboration and virtualization environments, as well as a complex storage system spanning multiple Data Centers. Jeff holds an MBA and BA from George Washington University. He is a NetApp Certified Data Management Administrator (NCDA). He has also has held VCP, SNIA, PMP, ITIL, and CISSP certifications. Krish Vitaldevara, Senior Vice President, Shared Platform Krish Vitaldevara is a passionate product leader and engineer with demonstrated success at building compelling multiyear strategies for large platform and product teams and delivering significant impact for large enterprises and billions of consumers. Krish is the SVP for Shared Platform at NetApp, responsible for unified storage platform, manageability platform, Customer eXperience Office (CXO), and Chief Design Office (CDO). His team enables delivery of various NetApp offerings across On-Premise, Hybrid Cloud, and Data Services. Prior to joining NetApp, Krish spent six+ years at Google in multiple roles, including leading product for Android and Plays Trust and Safety and Product for Google Maps. Krish joined Google after a long stint at Microsoft where he led product teams for O365 Foundations, Outlook.com, and Microsoft Consumer Trust and Safety teams. Early in his career, Krish worked at startups such as LoudCloud, started by Ben Horowitz and Marc Andreesen, and Brience, which enabled enterprises to customize customer experiences on mo...
From NetApp INSIGHT - KB On The Go | Haiyan Song, Executive Vice President & General Manager, CloudOps and Sandeep Singh, Senior Vice President & General Manager, Enterprise Storage
16-10-2024
From NetApp INSIGHT - KB On The Go | Haiyan Song, Executive Vice President & General Manager, CloudOps and Sandeep Singh, Senior Vice President & General Manager, Enterprise Storage
In this bonus episode, KB is joined by Haiyan Song, NetApp’s EVP & GM, CloudOps and Sandeep Singh, Senior Vice President and General Manager, Enterprise Storage on the ground at NetApp Insight 2024. Together, they dive into the critical topics of data management, cloud operations, and cybersecurity. This conversation explores the groundbreaking shifts in technology and strategy at NetApp, focusing on the integration of intelligent services in data infrastructure, the critical role of enterprise storage, and the future of AI. Tune in to discover how NetApp is not only redefining the cloud operating model but also tackling the crucial challenges of data security and ransomware protection. Haiyan Song, EVP & GM, CloudOps – NetApp Haiyan Song is an experienced cloud, security, engineering, and database-management leader, with a track record of successfully integrating acquisitions and scaling them by connecting with and leveraging larger company ecosystem capabilities to accelerate success. Haiyan has held several leadership roles throughout her career tenure, including Splunk, HPE and Arcsight, all of which represent richly diverse technical experience. While her achievements are vast, one of the most notable during her time at Splunk includes her leadership in building and scaling a transformative business area that resulted in an increase in revenue of more than 15x over a seven-year period. Not only does she have a wide breadth of technical skills, but she has also worked in management roles within smaller companies, large-scale enterprises, and acquired businesses, and is experienced in change-readiness and organisational transformation. Sandeep Singh, Senior Vice President and General Manager, Enterprise Storage – NetApp Sandeep Singh is a driven, passionate, creative business leader with a proven track record of leading business and product strategy, building innovative products, managing high-performance organisations, and delivering business results at startups and Fortune 500 technology companies. Prior to joining NetApp, Sandeep spent four years at Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) in multiple roles, including Vice President of Product Management for Data Infrastructure, Vice President of Marketing for HPE Storage, and CMO for Zerto, an HPE company. Sandeep joined HPE from Pure Storage, where he led product marketing for FlashArray, and helped the company scale from pre-IPO $100M run rate to a public company with greater than $1B in revenue. Prior to Pure, Sandeep led product management and strategy for 3PAR, an enterprise storage company, from pre-revenue to greater than $1B in revenue, including four-year tenure at HP post-3PAR acquisition. Sandeep resides in the Bay Area with his wife, two daughters, and their family dog. He has completed several marathons and ultra-marathons, including a 50-mile race, and his family has backpacked more 75 miles of the John Muir Trail.
From NetApp INSIGHT – KB On The Go | Ashish Dhawan, Senior Vice President/General Manager & Chief Revenue Officer, Cloud Business Unit and Gagan Gulati, General Manager, Data Services
11-10-2024
From NetApp INSIGHT – KB On The Go | Ashish Dhawan, Senior Vice President/General Manager & Chief Revenue Officer, Cloud Business Unit and Gagan Gulati, General Manager, Data Services
In this bonus episode, KB is joined by Ashish Dhawan, NetApp’s Senior Vice President/General Manager & Chief Revenue Officer, Cloud Business Unit and Gagan Gulati, General Manager, Data Services, on the ground at NetApp Insight 2024. Together, they dive into the critical topics shaping the future of data and AI. Join us as we explore the accelerating drive towards enterprise cloud adoption with Ashish and discover the obstacles enterprises face and the strategies necessary for successful cloud integration. Later in the episode, we shift focus to data protection and governance with Gagan as we discuss the crucial role of understanding and safeguarding your data in today’s digital landscape. Ashish Dhawan, SVP/GM and Chief Revenue Officer, Cloud Business Unit Ashish Dhawan is NetApp’s Senior Vice President of Global Cloud Sales. Ashish Dhawan is a highly respected leader in the technology industry, currently serving as the Managing Director for Global Enterprise Workloads at Amazon Web Services (AWS). With a career spanning over two decades, he has been the architect of several successful businesses across the world. Driving Enterprise Cloud Adoption at AWS: Since joining AWS in 2018, Dhawan has played a pivotal role in driving cloud adoption in enterprises. He began in Asia Pacific where he built the enterprise sales team and in 3 years helped the enterprise business grow 6X. He built and nurtured lasting C-level relationships, hired and mentored talented people, and was a change agent with a focus on strategic planning and disciplined execution. He then went on to lead the Global Enterprise Workloads team which focused on migrating and modernising key enterprise workloads like Microsoft and VMware. Under his leadership, the enterprise workloads business consistently grew >30% and he helped AWS achieve leadership in infrastructure and application modernization. Early Career and Industry Expertise: Dhawan began his career in technology sales, quickly establishing himself as a top performer. He honed his skills at companies like Wipro, Microsoft and Juniper, where he built businesses from scratch, created strong teams and left a legacy of strong relationships with customers and partners. Prior to joining AWS, Ashish was VP Sales at Juniper in Asia Pacific, Japan and China based out of Singapore. This experience gave him invaluable insights into the needs and challenges of enterprise customers, which has proven crucial in his current role. A Visionary Leader and Motivator: Dhawan is known for his strategic thinking, ability to build high-performing teams, and passion for innovation. He is an Amazon Bar Raiser and a highly respected leader within AWS, known for his motivational approach and commitment to employee development. He is also a frequent speaker at industry events, sharing his insights on the future of cloud computing and the impact it will have on businesses globally. Gagan Gulati, General Manager, Data Services – NetApp Gagan’s team focuses on building best-in-class data protection and governance products for NetApp enterprise and cloud storage. This portfolio includes backup, disaster recovery, ransomware protection, data classification and governance and CVO. Prior to NetApp, Gagan was Chief Product Officer at Behavox, a security and compliance company where he helped guide the vision, strategy, and roadmap for their product portfolio. Prior to that, Gagan was at Microsoft for 16 years. He was partner and director for PM for Data Protection and Governance products, where he took multiple products—including Azure RMS, Azure Information Protection, Microsoft Information Protection, and Azure Purview— from incubation to their incredible growth, usage, and success.
KB On The Go: Oracle CloudWorld Las Vegas
09-10-2024
KB On The Go: Oracle CloudWorld Las Vegas
In this bonus episode, KB is on the go at Oracle CloudWorld in Las Vegas to find more about Oracle’s latest cloud technology, AI advancements, and innovative strategies. She sits down with Oracle executives Stephen Bovis, Stephanie Trunzo, and Pradeep Vincent as they explore Oracle’s shift from product-focused origins to a service-oriented approach, the vital role of AI in industry applications, and their efforts to bridge the gap between technological advancements and customer engagement. Stephen Bovis, Regional Managing Director, Australia and New Zealand, Oracle Stephen Bovis is responsible for Oracle’s overall business in Australia and New Zealand and ensuring it delivers on its values of trust, customer success, innovation, and equality for its customers, partners, and communities across the region. Stephen has more than 30 years of experience in the IT industry across a wide range of roles, functions, and marketing segments. Most recently, he was at Hewlett Packard Enterprise, where he was vice president and managing director of the South Pacific region. Prior to that, he was based in Singapore leading HP’s Enterprise Group sales account management team for Asia Pacific, whose portfolio included hardware, services, and software. Stephanie Trunzo, Senior Vice President & General Manager, Oracle Industries Expanding upon the success of launching Oracle Health as a complete portfolio that spans Oracle’s applications and infrastructure, Stephanie leads an industry-informed approach to Applied AI, Industry Clouds, and One Oracle model. In addition to Health and Life Sciences, Stephanie’s team drives Go To Market strategies for Financial Services, Retail, Hospitality, Restaurants/F&B, Energy & Water, Communications, Engineering & Construction, and Public Safety. Stephanie’s scope spans an $8B business with over 50k employees, including multiple acquisitions and organic growth. Oracle’s Global Industries organisation solves some of industries’ toughest challenges with innovative yet practical applications built as best-practice examples of Oracle’s technology stack. By partnering with our clients, and hiring industry experts, we are building the most flexible and robust industry clouds in the market. Pradeep Vincent, Senior Vice President & Chief Technical Architect, OCI, Oracle Pradeep Vincent is the Chief Technical Architect and Senior Vice President at Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI). He is a technology and software architect with more than 20 years of experience in tech companies such as Oracle, AWS, and IBM. He has a deep understanding of Cloud Infrastructure, Compute, Storage and Networking. Pradeep has been with Oracle for more than eight years leading a team of architects and software engineers building Oracle’s Public Cloud. He also leads OCI’s Architecture and Engineering Community initiatives.
KB On The Go: ISACA Beyond Tomorrow
04-10-2024
KB On The Go: ISACA Beyond Tomorrow
In this bonus episode, KB is on the go at ISACA’s Beyond Tomorrow Conference in Melbourne. KB sits down with industry leaders like Erik Prusch, CEO of ISACA, as he discusses the organization’s expanding global influence and their pivotal role in career development for their 180,000 members. They also delve into the critical topics of AI’s transformative power across sectors, the intricacies of third-party risk management, and the indispensable importance of mastering basic cybersecurity practices. Erik is joined by fellow experts such as Jamie Norton, Chirag Joshi, Francine Hoo, Kate Raulings, Richard Magalad, Sam Mackenzie, and Wayne Rodriguez, who also bring their expertise and stories to the table, sharing the newest developments and challenges in cybersecurity and critical infrastructure. Erik Prusch Erik is an experienced CEO and board director for major tech companies. Prior to joining ISACA, he was most recently chief executive officer at Harland Clarke Holdings Corp., a provider of integrated payment solutions and integrated marketing services. He has also served as CEO for Outerwall, Lumension, NetMotion Wireless, Clearwire and Borland Software Corporation. Additionally, he has been a board member for RealNetworks, WASH, Calero Software and Keynote Systems. Previously in his career, Erik served as chief financial officer for a number of public companies, such as Identix and Borland, and for divisions of public companies, such as Gateway Computers and PepsiCo. He began his career at Deloitte & Touche (then Touche Ross). Erik holds a bachelor’s degree from Yale University and an MBA from NYU’s Stern School of Business. Jamie Norton Jamie Norton, CISA, CISM, CGEIT, CISSP, CIPM is a Partner at McGrathNicol, a specialist Advisory and Restructuring firm committed to helping businesses improve performance, manage risk, and achieve stability and growth. He also serves on the Advisory Board at Avertro, a cybersecurity startup enabling informed and defensible data-driven decisions about organisational cyber resilience and AI safety. He has over 25 years’ experience in managing security resilience for State and Federal Government agencies and commercial organisations. He is the former Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) at the Australian Taxation Office (ATO), one of Australia’s largest federal government agencies, where he led the security governance, risk, intelligence & operations, testing and forensics teams. He has chaired and supported several senior industry and interdepartmental committees on cyber strategy and resilience and the senior Australian representative at international government forums on cybercrime. He has previously held leadership roles at NEC, Tenable, Check Point, and the World Health Organization. Jamie has been involved with ISACA for nearly 20 years, at the local chapter board, conference organiser and most recently with the CISM Certification Working Group. He holds degrees in accounting and information technology from the Australian National University and is an affiliate member of Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand. Jamie is a regular and accomplished industry speaker and media commentator on cyber security. He is based in Australia. Chirag Joshi Chirag Joshi, a multi-award winning cyber security executive, brings extensive experience in leading cyber security and risk management programs across various industries, including critical infrastructure sectors such as financial services and energy. His expertise in both IT and OT environments, coupled with his experience in managing cyber security through mergers and acquisitions, makes him uniquely qualified to address the challenges of the SOCI Act. As the author of bestselling books on cyber security and a recognised thought leader, Chirag offers valuable insights into practical implementation strategies and behavioural a...
From NetApp INSIGHT - KB On The Go | Mignona Coté, Global Chief Security Officer and Matt Watts, Chief Technology Evangelist
03-10-2024
From NetApp INSIGHT - KB On The Go | Mignona Coté, Global Chief Security Officer and Matt Watts, Chief Technology Evangelist
In this bonus episode, KB is joined by Mignona Coté, NetApp’s Global Chief Security Officer, and Matt Watts, NetApp’s Chief Technology Evangelist, on the ground at NetApp Insight 2024. Together, they dive into the critical topics shaping the future of technology and business. Coté brings her three decades of cybersecurity experience to discuss autonomous anti-ransomware systems, highlighting both the emotional and technical challenges faced by IT professionals in securing data and ensuring business continuity. She also delves into the importance of backup testing and the regulatory landscape that drives preparedness across industries. Watts, on the other hand, sheds light on the evolving role of sustainability within tech enterprises, emphasizing concrete measures NetApp is taking to support environmental goals while addressing the challenges of data waste. The episode explores the intersection of cybersecurity, sustainability, and emerging technologies like AI, offering listeners valuable insights into managing data efficiently while staying ahead of disruptive trends. Mignona Coté, Global Chief Security Officer – NetApp Mignona Cote, SVP and chief security officer at NetApp, has become a world leader in multi-cloud security, building solutions in high-tech, healthcare, insurance, and large financial institutions. Under her leadership, her team has unified security accountability internally to protect NetApp as well as externally to protect customers ultimately by moving NetApp to a SuperCloud architecture, which combines edge computing, multi-cloud, and multi-location recourses to create a powerful computing environment. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Computer and Information Systems from Northwestern State University and a MBA from Louisiana State University. Matt Watts, Chief Technology Evangelist – NetApp As Chief Technology Evangelist, Matt Watts provides guidance on NetApp’s overall strategy and technology solutions to a wide base of customers and the global partner community. Matt is also part of the portfolio leadership team, providing advice and guidance on technology and transformation. Matt is increasingly in demand as a keynote speaker, combining his knowledge of the IT industry with anecdotes and stories that bring technology to life with witty, easily understandable examples. Prior to this role, Matt Project Managed a number of significant IT projects; managed System Engineers responsible for providing installation and onsite support; as well as overseeing IT outsourcing contracts. This experience has given him contact with all levels of Leadership, enabling him to understand, communicate with and support clients with their IT and transformation Strategies.
From NetApp INSIGHT - KB On The Go | Kristen Verderame, Vice President, Global Government Relations and Michelle Rudnicki, President, US Public Sector
02-10-2024
From NetApp INSIGHT - KB On The Go | Kristen Verderame, Vice President, Global Government Relations and Michelle Rudnicki, President, US Public Sector
In this bonus episode, KB is on the go at the NetApp Insight 2024 Conference in the MGM Grand, Las Vegas. KB sits down with two remarkable leaders from NetApp—Kristen Verderame, Vice President of Global Government Relations, and Michelle Rudnicki, President of the U.S. Public Sector. Kristen shares her expertise on the intricate landscape of government relations and public affairs, explaining how NetApp supports various government missions across the globe, from AI strategies to the U.S. Space Force. Later, Michelle delves into leadership in the U.S. public sector, highlighting the importance of data security and the role of NetApp’s intelligent data infrastructure in enhancing data governance. Kristen Verderame, Vice President, Global Government Relations – NetApp Based in Washington DC, Kristen currently serves as the Vice President of Global Government Relations for NetApp, a $20B market cap technology company based in San Jose, CA. In that role, Kristen represents the company in front of Congress and Executive Branch agencies as well as government bodies around the world to support NetApp’s policy positions and enhance business development opportunities for the company. Kristen has spent over twenty-five years working in government relations and public affairs, and has extensive experience in cyber security, telecommunications and technology, and designing and running international lobbying campaigns and programs to support business objectives. Prior to joining NetApp, Kristen worked with a number of other Fortune 100 companies to build their Government Relations functions through her firm, Pondera International LLC, including BT (British Telecom) Americas, Booz Allen Hamilton, Mandiant and FireEye. As an attorney, Ms. Verderame also worked through her firm to provide outside general counsel and business consulting services to major corporates, startups and small businesses. Before founding her own firm, Kristen spent over ten years in a variety of roles within BT (British Telecom) Group plc. Her most recent role was Vice President and General Counsel for the company’s US operations where she was a leading member of the management team that drove 150% revenue growth (to US$3B) and a quadrupling of the workforce, with the non-organic growth requiring numerous reviews with the Committee on Foreign Investment in the US (CFIUS) which she led. Also throughout her tenure, Kristen served as the head of BT’s lobbying and government affairs office in Washington, D.C. in which she was the senior advocate for the company’s interests in front of U.S. Government agencies and Washington-based policymakers and led the company’s international trade policy efforts. Kristen holds several advisory roles outside of NetApp. She currently serves as an officer on the IT Sector Coordinating Council at the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) at the Department of Homeland Security, having served on its Executive Committee for the last several years, and serves on the National Risk Management ICT Supply Chain Task Force. She also currently serves on the board of TPG Corporation Ltd. (Australia) as its Security Director responsible for ensuring compliance with US Government national security requirements. Over the years she has been actively involved in the network of British-American organisations in the US and UK, serving as board member, Vice President and general counsel of the British American Business Council, the international umbrella organisation that represents over 2,500 British and American businesses across 25 chapters in the US and the UK, and also serving as President of the Washington, D.C. chapter. Kristen has also served as the General Counsel to the Transatlantic Business Council, as the CEO of the European-American Business Council, and as a US Non-Executive Director for UK Trade & Investment. Kristen received her Juris Doctor from the Un...
Episode 278 Deep Dive: William Glazier | Why Is There A Focus on API Security in 2024?
25-09-2024
Episode 278 Deep Dive: William Glazier | Why Is There A Focus on API Security in 2024?
In this episode, we sit down with Will Glazier, Head of the Cequence Prime Threat Research Team from Cequence Security, as he discusses the intricate landscape of API security in 2024. Will delves into the essential intertwining of API security and bot management, emphasizing why these cannot be handled independently. The conversation covers the diverse nature of API security issues, from inventory and compliance to active threat protection, and the industry’s shift towards consolidated security tools. Will also highlights the often-overlooked but critical importance of API security, compared to more tangible threats like business email compromise, and stresses the necessity of integrating security within CI/CD pipelines to mitigate risks. William Glazier  is Head of Cequence Security’s new Cequence Prime Threat Research Team, whose mission is to help the security industry better understand how cybercriminals execute automated, malicious bot attacks against web, mobile, and API-based applications. As Head of CQ Research, Will focuses on the rapidly escalating problems of account takeover, fake account creation and content scraping at scale. He has an extensive background in fraud and abuse prevention, as well as building threat intelligence systems and databases. He has also extensively studied the shared attacker infrastructure and network fingerprints of tools used by cybercriminals to carry out these attacks, and has presented research at various security conferences such as BotConf, Hack.lu and GreHack.
KB On The Go: Zenith Live 2024 (Part 2)
19-09-2024
KB On The Go: Zenith Live 2024 (Part 2)
In this bonus episode, we’re joined by Claudionor Coelho, Chief AI Officer, and Deepen Desai, Chief Security Officer & Head of Security Research at Zscaler as they share the latest in zero trust networking and AI security to protect and enable organizations. Claudionor discusses the societal implications of AI, the fears of obsolescence, and the generational changes in communication, providing a comprehensive look at the future of AI in both the digital and human landscapes. Deepen highlights the incredible potential of AI in transforming cybersecurity through initiatives like Zscaler’s “copilot” technology and the use of predictive models to foresee and mitigate breaches and the pivotal shift from reactive to proactive cybersecurity measures, underscoring the necessity of a zero trust architecture to minimize breach impacts. Claudionor Coelho, Chief AI Officer, Zscaler Claudionor Coelho brings a wealth of expertise to help Zscaler deliver a competitive technology advantage through the development of AI and ML innovations. Prior to joining Zscaler, Coelho served as the Chief AI Officer and SVP of Engineering at Advantest, where he spearheaded the development of a Zero Trust private cloud solution tailored for the semiconductor manufacturing market. Before Advantest, Coelho was the VP/Fellow of AI and the Head of AI Labs at Palo Alto Networks where he led the charge in AI, AIOps and Neuro-symbolic AI, an advanced form of AI that enables reasoning, learning, and cognitive modeling, to help revolutionize time series analysis tools on a massive scale. Coelho’s career also includes vital roles in ML and Deep Learning at Google, where he developed a state-of-the-art Deep Learning technology designed for automatic quantization and model compression which played a pivotal function in the search for subatomic particles at CERN.. Deepen Desai, Chief Security Officer & Head of Security Research, Zscaler As Chief Security Officer & Head of Security Research at Zscaler, Deepen Desai is responsible for running the global security research operations as well as working with the product group to ensure that the Zscaler platform and services are secure. Deepen has been actively involved in the field of cybersecurity for the past 15 years. Prior to joining Zscaler, he held a security leadership role at Dell SonicWALL.
Episode 277 Deep Dive: Jagdish Mahapatra | Microsegmentation and the Path Forward
18-09-2024
Episode 277 Deep Dive: Jagdish Mahapatra | Microsegmentation and the Path Forward
In this episode of KBKast, we’re joined by Jagdish Mahapatra, Chief Revenue Officer of ColorTokens, as he discusses the imperative of achieving digital resilience against cyber attacks. Jag delves into the critical role of the right partners in business digital security, the importance of microsegmentation in preventing lateral movement within networks, and why businesses should focus on breach containment rather than just prevention. He also sheds light on the importance of maintaining business continuity through digital resiliency, the need for ongoing support from vendors, and how businesses can better prepare for inevitable cyber breaches. Jagdish Mahapatra is the Chief Revenue Officer of ColorTokens, a leader in Cybersecurity  industry in helping organisations “ Be Breach Ready”. He is responsible for the Global Go to  Market strategy of ColorTokens.  Prior to joining ColorTokens Jagdish Mahapatra was the Vice President for CrowdStrike for  Asia Region which included South East Asia, North Asia and South Asia. His key responsibilities  included Building a Strong Business for Asia Region with the focus on providing next Gen  Cybersecurity solutions to Enterprise customer and Govt. and build Strategic Alliances for  CrowdStrike. Aside from growing business in hypergrowth mode which made Asia one of the  fastest growing regions in the world for CrowdStrike, he topk a lot of pride in incubating a  culture of a highly engaged team with CrowdStrike Singapore being amongst the Top 5 Workplaces of 2022 and CrowdStrike India in Top 10 Workplaces in 2023. ( GPTW).  Jagdish has previously worked for Cisco and McAfee. In Cisco he built a Strong Enterprise  business of 250M USD when he took charge as the Managing Director for McAfee India.  Having built a successful business and culture in McAfee India, he went to run the Strategic  Alliances for APJ for McAfee before joining CrowdStrike.  He was recognized as one of the Top 40 Executives in India Inc under 40 in 2011 by Business  World.   He has delivered a TED talk for Star TV which was aired in Jan 2018 where he spoke about how  we should keep our kids safe in the online world. He has also spoken as TEDx speaker in Feb  2018 on Cybersecurity and impact of Digital footprints.  In the formative part of his career, he was instrumental in creating the manufacturing off  shoring model in India which emerged as a significant game changing industry phenomenon  during his stint at Larsen and Toubro, a large Engineering Conglomerate in India.   On the academic front, Jagdish is an Electrical Engineer with MBA in Marketing and Finance.  Jagdish loves to explore travel to experience cultures, food and local mythology and loves to  relate the stories to work. Born in the holy city of Puri, one of the 4 top pilgrimages of India,  he finds Indian mythology inspiring to fulfil todays’ life. He is an avid reader from fiction to  Business and Technology and loves to blog regularly on all topics on Social media. Right now,  his passion is to rekindle his music desires with Piano and Drums.
KB On The Go: Zenith Live 2024 (Part 1)
17-09-2024
KB On The Go: Zenith Live 2024 (Part 1)
In this bonus episode, we sit down with Kavitha Mariappan, Executive Vice President, Customer Experience & Transformation and Dhawal Sharma, Senior Vice President & General Manager as they share the latest in zero trust networking and AI security to protect and enable organizations. Kavitha provides insights into the rising use of AI in cybersecurity, both defensively and offensively, and the challenges organizations face transitioning to zero trust environments. Dhawal delves into the concept of adaptive access and its role in real-time anomaly detection and zero trust security models, emphasizing the need for geo-location aware policies and the integration of step-up authentication. They also explore the impacts of recent cyber incidents in the ANZ region, the significance of network segmentation, and the collaborative efforts with industry giants like Google and NVIDIA to enhance security capabilities through AI technologies.   Kavitha Mariappan, Executive Vice President, Customer Experience & Transformation, Zscaler Kavitha Mariappan is a seasoned go-to-market executive with a penchant for rapidly translating technology into customer-centric value, mobilizing global teams and operations, and transforming them into high-growth businesses. Over her 20+ year tenure spanning enterprise software and service providers, she has held various high-impact roles spanning marketing, product management, and engineering at industry-leading companies including Databricks, Riverbed, Cisco, and Philips Electronics. Prior to joining Zscaler, she served as CMO at Split Software, a venture-backed startup where she built the company’s go-to-market engine from the ground up and was instrumental in defining a new category for product decisions. Kavitha is responsible for driving global transformation and innovation across all facets of Zscaler’s business, customers, strategy, products, and operations, with a strong focus on customer value creation. Kavitha holds a Bachelor of Engineering in Communication Engineering from the Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology, Australia, and a Master of Science in Cybersecurity Risk and Strategy from New York University School of Law and Tandon School of Engineering.   Dhawal Sharma, Senior Vice President & General Manager, Product Management, Zscaler Dhawal Sharma is Senior Vice President & General Manager of Product Management at Zscaler. He led all core product management from 2012 to 2018 and currently leads all emerging product and core platform responsibilities. His specialties are in cloud security, networking, data path, IoT, NFV, NPM, DLP, and compliance. Prior to joining Zscaler, he has worked in product management, product marketing and head of sales roles in the space of security, networking, compliance and network management at large companies such as Cisco as well as in tech startups. Dhawal has a technical MBA degree from Symbiosis Center for IT where he achieved the best academic performance with a specialization in Networking and IT Infrastructure and he also holds a Bachelors in Engineering degree specializing in Computer Science. Dhawal also holds multiple patents in the security space along with many technical certifications in the past.
Episode 276 Deep Dive: Mahesh Thiagarajan | Oracle's Approach to the Cloud
11-09-2024
Episode 276 Deep Dive: Mahesh Thiagarajan | Oracle's Approach to the Cloud
In this episode, we sit down with Mahesh Thiagarajan, Executive Vice President at Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI), as he discusses the evolving landscape of cloud security and cloud adoption. Mahesh delves into the shared responsibility model of cloud security, emphasizing the critical roles played by both customers and cloud providers in maintaining secure environments. He also discusses the various challenges developers face, the innovative solutions offered by Oracle Cloud to prevent misconfigurations, and the significant advantages Oracle gains from its later entry into the cloud market. Oracle CloudWorld 2024 is happening on September 9 to 12, 2024. Learn more about the event here. Mahesh Thiagarajan serves as the Executive Vice President at Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI), overseeing the development of core infrastructure services that includes Hardware, Supply Chain, Datacenter, Compute, Networking, and Storage. His team is devoted to constructing a distributed cloud infrastructure that offers customers a comprehensive, high-performance cloud computing environment. The primary objective is to empower customers to innovate, scale efficiently, and manage costs effectively. Mahesh was pivotal in the 2016 launch of Oracle Cloud Infrastructure, contributing to strategic planning and overseeing various product launches related to security, application development, computing, database, and big data services. He also played a crucial role in establishing partnerships with Microsoft and VMware. In his prior role as EVP for Security & Developer Platform, Mahesh led a team in developing security and observability products, cloud security measures, privacy solutions, compliance features, and services tailored for cloud-native applications development.
KBI.Media Update | Gabie Boko: NetApp INSIGHT 2024
05-09-2024
KBI.Media Update | Gabie Boko: NetApp INSIGHT 2024
Join KB as she sits down with Gabie Boko, Chief Marketing Officer of NetApp, who will give us an exclusive sneak peek into what you can expect from NetApp INSIGHTS 2024. Gabie explores topics such as sustainability, cloud technology, and how AI is revolutionizing the way businesses manage data. Gabie also highlights the exciting new announcements, partner collaborations, and customer success stories that will be showcased at the event. Gabie Boko is a business trailblazer currently serving as Chief Marketing Officer (CMO) at NetApp. She draws on her deep experience as a business, marketing, and technology leader to help shape NetApp’s evolution as the industry leader in intelligent data infrastructure. A 25-year veteran in the tech industry, Gabie is known for her work spearheading business transformations at high-impact companies such as HPE, SAP, Sage, and Cognos. Prior to becoming NetApp CMO in January 2023, Gabie led the company’s Portfolio Marketing organization. As a visionary business leader, Gabie relentlessly prioritizes a customer-first mindset. Among traditional marketing practices, she applies distinct strategies that anticipate future trends and adeptly navigate uncharted territories. This is driven by her proven certitude that marketing is much more than promotion and branding, it is about driving high impact outcomes and thinking for the business and industry as a whole. Gabie is resolute in her commitment to revolutionize the face of marketing and amplify its influence on business growth, strategy and vision. Having grown up in the beautiful state of Alaska, Gabie is a strong advocate for the protection of rural communities.
Episode 275 Deep Dive: Shannon Sedgwick | Geopolitics and Cyber Risk
04-09-2024
Episode 275 Deep Dive: Shannon Sedgwick | Geopolitics and Cyber Risk
In this episode, Shannon Sedgwick, Partner – National Cybersecurity Practice from MinterEllison, comes back on the show to talk about cyber warfare and its potential to precede physical warfare, especially targeting critical infrastructure. He also shares his insights on the intersection of geopolitics, technology, and cybersecurity, exploring the potential for AI to exacerbate global divisions and influence economic landscapes. The conversation also dives into the impact of increasing cyber threats, the challenges of AI regulation, and Australia’s position in the international technology landscape. After two decades of working globally, consulting on risk and cybersecurity, Shannon has keen insight into what makes an organisation both protected and resilient from cyber threats. Shannon’s focus is on cyber risk governance and providing strategic advice to executive leadership and boards. Shannon works with government and corporate clients to develop solutions to incorporate cyber risk into their strategies. Shannon helps clients meet risk-reduction and compliance objectives and advises on the implementation of new and evolving technologies by ensuring they are secure, fit-for-purpose, scalable, and continually driving efficiencies. By employing his unique blend of experience in finance and cybersecurity, he assists in uplifting internal due diligence capabilities, focused on reducing risks and increasing return on investment.
Episode 274 Deep Dive: Josh Goldfarb | Visibility and Blindness in Complex Environments
30-08-2024
Episode 274 Deep Dive: Josh Goldfarb | Visibility and Blindness in Complex Environments
In this episode, we’re joined by Josh Goldfarb, Global Solutions Architect – Security at F5, as he delves into the challenges of getting buy-in for security initiatives from management and executives. Josh discusses the struggle of presenting informative metrics to decision-makers and the need to bridge the gap between security professionals and business leaders. He also talks about the importance of modernizing security guidance to addressing the visibility challenge in complex environments. Josh (Twitter: @ananalytical) is Global Solutions Architect – Security, at F5. Previously, Josh served as VP, CTO – Emerging Technologies at FireEye and as Chief Security Officer for nPulse Technologies until its acquisition by FireEye. Prior to joining nPulse, Josh worked as an independent consultant, applying his analytical methodology to help enterprises build and enhance their network traffic analysis, security operations, and incident response capabilities to improve their information security postures. He has consulted and advised numerous clients in both the public and private sectors at strategic and tactical levels. Earlier in his career, Josh served as the Chief of Analysis for the United States Computer Emergency Readiness Team (US-CERT) where he built from the ground up and subsequently ran the network, endpoint, and malware analysis/forensics capabilities for US-CERT. In addition to Josh’s blogging and public speaking appearances, he is also a regular contributor to DarkReading and SecurityWeek.