Agent of Influence
Explore the life of a security leader with NetSPI Field Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) Nabil Hannan. Hear how CISOs with diverse expertise tackle the challenges and opportunities that come with life on the frontlines of cybersecurity.
Episodes
Chief Persuasion Officer: The New CISO Mindset
NetSPI Field CISO and host of Agent of Influence podcast Nabil Hannan sat down with Rick McElroy to talk about the role of the CISO, leveraging AI in the cybersecurity space, vendor collaboration, and career advice.
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Cybersecurity Lessons on the Path to Private Equity
Dive into the world of private equity and cybersecurity with Paul Harragan, Global Cybersecurity Lead at KKR. In this episode, we cover strategies for managing risks, navigating M&A diligence, and aligning security with business growth.
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The Future of HubSpot is Passwordless
Learn how HubSpot’s CISO Alyssa Robinson breaks down passwordless authentication, innovative security strategies, and the art of balancing usability with protection on the latest episode.
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Advancing Exposure Management
Hear from Jorge Orchilles, Senior Director at Verizon, on the shift from traditional vulnerability management to modern exposure management and the critical role proactive security plays in staying ahead of threats.
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Does Open-Source AI Create a False Sense of Security?
Listen to Suryaprakash Nalluri, an accomplished application security leader, discuss the shifting landscape of application security, challenges with open-source software, and the critical role of DevSecOps in modern development.
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Bridging the Cybersecurity Divide
Join host Nabil Hannan in conversation with Robert Wagner, Advisory CISO and Managing Director at NetSPI. The two discuss the cybersecurity divide and how to prioritize security efforts for small and medium-size businesses in the latest episode of Agent of Influence.
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Security in Sync: Aligning Enterprise and Product Teams
Listen to the latest episode of Agent of Influence featuring Nancy Brainerd from Medtronic as we explore bridging the gap between enterprise and product security, fostering dynamic collaboration, and harmonizing efforts across teams to create a unified approach to cybersecurity.
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Digital Trust in the Age of AI
Hear from Aaron Shilts, CEO of NetSPI, as he sits down with Nabil Hannan, NetSPI Field CISO and host of Agent of Influence, to explore NetSPI’s evolution and cyber predictions for 2025.
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New Year, New Role: 3 Key Strategies for Cyber Leaders
Listen to the latest Agent of Influence episode with Bindi Davé, Deputy CISO at DigiCert, as she discusses the Golden Triangle approach when entering a new company, focusing on asset discovery, defining acceptable risk, and fostering a comprehensive cybersecurity culture.
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The (not so) Secret Skills for Success in Cyber
Robert Wood, Founder and CEO of Sidekick Security and Co-Founder of Soft Side of Cyber unpacks the complexities of third-party risk management, discusses technical talents and soft skills in cybersecurity, and more in the latest episode of Agent of Influence.
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API Security for Everyone
Listen to Agent of Influence with Buchi Reddy, Founder & CEO, of Levo.ai to dive deep into proactive API security measures and how to simplify API inventory.
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Let’s Talk Automated Red Teaming
Explore automated red teaming and red-blue team synergy with Ryan Hays, Global Head of Red Team at Citi, tackling misconceptions and fostering cross-team collaboration.
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Leveraging IT Hygiene to Build a Culture of Security
Tune in to this insightful episode with Dawn Armstrong about third-party risk, IT hygiene, security awareness, and advocating for gender equality.
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Sharing a Blueprint for Cybersecurity Leadership
Unlock leadership strategies to elevate your cybersecurity career and get perspective on quality pentesting providers versus commodity ones with Tunde Oni-Daniel's expert insights.
Making Cybersecurity Accessible for All
Join us in welcoming Mandy Haeburn-Little to Agent of Influence! Mandy is a pioneer in increasing access to security services for companies of all sizes across the UK. What started as a model to establish a policing Cyber Resilience Centre in Scotland expanded to the first national network of nine Cyber Resilience Centres across London, England, and Wales.
Staying Mindful throughout Data Breaches at Any Program Maturity Level
Meet Lee Vorthman, a Chief Security Officer (CSO) known for his expertise in cybersecurity program maturity and team leadership. Get to know Lee as he discusses how to respond to security events no matter what stage of maturity you’re at.
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Dare to Leap: Conquering the Unknown in Cloud Security
Meet Zinet Kemal, a remarkable individual who embarked on a transformative journey from a legal career in Ethiopia to a role in cybersecurity in the United States. Zinet joined Nabil Hannan, NetSPI’s Field CISO on Agent of Influence where she shared how she transitioned careers and earned her master's degree in Cybersecurity from Georgia Tech University, all while...
Leading with FUN Instead of FUD
Director of IT and Security Services at One Step Secure IT, Tim Derrickson, joins host Nabil Hanan on the Agent of Influence podcast to discuss bringing more fun to the traditional fear, uncertainty, doubt (FUD) conversation. He also explores the differences between security versus IT, and the challenges ahead that face the supply chain.
Teaching the Next Generation of Cybersecurity Leaders
In episode 55 of Agent of Influence, Nabil is joined by Neil Plotnick, high school cybersecurity teacher at Everett High School in Massachusetts. They cover modern cybersecurity curriculum, student sentiment around sharing private data online, and ways to approach the talent shortage in STEM.
Secure Your Products, Secure Your Business: Insights from Envestnet's Derek Fisher
In this episode of Agent of Influence, Nabil is joined by Derek Fisher, Head of Product Security at Envestnet. They discuss product security and how it differs from application security and DevSecOps. Derek also shares valuable insights on cybersecurity budgeting. establishing clear communication between application security and engine...
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