Kitecast

This Kitecast episode features Chris Pogue, Director of Digital Forensics at CyberCX, a cybersecurity veteran with 25 years of experience. Chris brings unique insights from his extensive background spanning penetration testing, executive leadership, and military instruction. As an adjunct professor at Oklahoma State University, he teaches both international business and digital forensics, emphasizing the critical importance of comm...

In this insightful episode, cybersecurity experts Mike Crandall and Arun DeSouza join host Patrick Spencer to analyze Kiteworks' Top 11 Data Breaches in 2024 Report. Rather than just focusing on the number of records breached, the report introduces a sophisticated algorithm with seven key factors to score breaches on a scale of 1-10. This method provides a more comprehensive understanding of breach severity by evaluating finan...

This insightful Kitecast episode features Dominic Bowen, Partner and Head of Strategic Advisory at 2Secure in Stockholm, Sweden. With over 20 years of experience supporting business leaders, boards, and executives, Dominic brings valuable perspective from his work across cybersecurity, generative AI, risk management, and crisis response. His background spans strategic leadership positions in humanitarian organizations, military ser...

Arun DeSouza, the Managing Director at Profortis Solutions, brings over two decades of experience as a CISO, having developed and implemented award-winning programs in identity lifecycle management and IoT security. His impressive career includes induction into the CISO Hall of Fame by the Global Cyber Startup Observatory and recognition as a top CISO by Cyber Defense Magazine. Arun’s expertise, combined with his academic backgroun...

With over two decades of experience in the cybersecurity domain, Chad Lorenc stands as a prominent voice in cloud security and enterprise security strategy. Currently serving as a security leader at Amazon Web Services (AWS), Chad has contributed significantly to advancing cloud architecture best practices and building robust security frameworks for some of the world’s most dynamic organizations. In this insightful Kitecast episode...

Unveiling AI, Data Security, and Innovation

Howard Holton, the Chief Technology Officer of GigaOm, explores some of the most pressing topics in technology today. With over two decades of experience spanning roles as CTO, CISO, CIO, and consultant, Howard brings a wealth of knowledge to the conversation. His background includes leadership positions at Rheem Manufacturing, Hitachi Vantara, and Precision Discovery, where he honed his e...

Luigi Lenguito, a pioneering figure in predictive cybersecurity, brings an extraordinary background to his role as founder and CEO of BforeAI. Before revolutionizing cyber threat prevention in 2018, Lenguito's 18-year tenure at Dell and Quest Software encompassed 26 diverse executive positions. His unconventional journey from Formula Three racing champion in Italy to tech industry innovator showcases his adaptability and visio...

The Kiteworks 2025 Forecast for Managing Private Content Exposure Risk Report offers a comprehensive analysis of emerging cybersecurity and compliance trends shaping the year ahead. The report identifies 12 pivotal trends affecting how organizations manage private content exposure risk, highlighting critical areas like data privacy regulations, software supply chain security, AI governance, and quantum computing threats. With 75% o...

Jerod Brennen, VP of Cybersecurity Services at SideChannel, brings a unique perspective to cybersecurity leadership. Originally pursuing a career in music education, Brennen's journey led him through various IT roles before landing in cybersecurity at a public utility. Today, he serves as a vCISO for multiple organizations while also creating educational content for LinkedIn Learning, where he has developed over 40 courses cov...

Evgeniy Kharam is the founder of a cybersecurity consulting company and an industry veteran with extensive expertise in cybersecurity. He advises clients on navigating the complexities of the cybersecurity landscape and co-hosts two popular podcasts focused on cybersecurity architecture and business insights. Evgeniy is also a board advisor for the Canadian Cybersecurity Network, the largest technology group in Canada. Outside of h...

John Christly, VP of Services for Blue Team Alpha, and author of two cybersecurity books, brings his wealth of experience to this episode of Kitecast. With a background spanning roles such as CEO, CIO, CISO, and CTO, as well as military service, Christly offers unique insights into the world of cybersecurity compliance for Department of Defense (DoD) contractors.

In this enlightening discussion, Christly demystifies the Cy...

Kayne McGladrey, the Field CISO at hyperproof, is a renowned cybersecurity expert with an extensive background in enhancing security landscapes across various industries. His career is marked by significant contributions in developing robust security frameworks, managing complex risk scenarios, and driving comprehensive compliance initiatives. With a deep commitment to transforming the cybersecurity field, Kayne’s insights and stra...

Jacqui Kernot, the Security Director at Accenture for Australia and New Zealand, boasts over two decades of extensive experience in cybersecurity, spanning multiple industries. Recognized for her authoritative voice on diversity and inclusion alongside cybersecurity risk management, Jacqui is a well-regarded speaker who frequently addresses these pressing issues. She is committed to pushing the boundaries of cybersecurity and focus...

The Kiteworks Sensitive Content Communications Privacy and Compliance Report is an annual survey designed to delve into the pressing issues of data privacy, compliance, and cybersecurity. This comprehensive report gathers insights from IT, cybersecurity, risk, and compliance leaders around the globe, with the latest survey capturing responses from 572 leaders across 10 different countries. The report is meticulously divided into fi...

Betania Allo is a distinguished expert in cybersecurity law and public policy and frequently presents at international forums and events. She boasts an impressive academic background with advanced degrees from Harvard University and Syracuse University. Currently, she is pursuing a doctorate in engineering with a focus on analytics at George Washington University. Her extensive experience includes serving as a Program Management Sp...

Edna Conway, an innovative executive and thought leader with over 30 years of experience leading cybersecurity, risk management, and value chain transformation at Fortune 10 technology companies, highlights how collaboration in cybersecurity is critical for the development of and adherence to policy and practice in this Kitecast episode. Edna is currently a Senior Fellow at the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace and CEO and...

Debra Farber, a globally recognized privacy, security, and ethical tech advisor with nearly two decades of experience, discusses data privacy, privacy by design, and the growing field of privacy engineering in this Kitecast episode. As the host of the Shifting Privacy Left podcast, Farber is dedicated to building a community of privacy engineers and bridging the silos between various industries and research areas.

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In the latest Kitecast episode, Lisa Plaggemier, the Executive Director of the National Cybersecurity Alliance, discusses what it takes to empower digital safety for all peoples and organizations. With an extensive background in marketing, operations, and cybersecurity, including a decade at Ford Motor Company and senior roles at CDK Global and InfoSec, Lisa brings a wealth of experience and lessons learned to the topic. Her focus ...

Alan Shimel, a prominent figure in the cybersecurity industry, is the CEO and founder of Techstrong Group, a global platform that powers tech innovation and transformation across various media, research, and consulting brands. With over 25 years of experience in security, Shimel has been at the forefront of the industry, witnessing its evolution and the emergence of new technologies such as AI. In this Kitecast episode, he shares h...