Guest: Sarah Armstrong-Smith, Chief Security Advisor, Microsoft
On LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarah-armstrong-smith
On Twitter | https://twitter.com/sarahasmith75
Host: Dr. Rebecca Wynn
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Episode Description
In this episode of Soulful CXO, host Dr. Rebecca Wynn speaks with Sarah Armstrong-Smith, Chief Security Advisor at Microsoft, about the critical steps organizations must take to prevent data breaches and maintain business continuity. Sarah dives into the interconnected nature of incident response, disaster recovery, and enterprise risk management, providing a holistic view of cybersecurity. She also debunks the myth of "black swan events" by showing how most major incidents have early warning signs. Sarah emphasizes the importance of understanding your security architecture, managing your data effectively, and having flexible, people-first response plans. Whether you're a small business or a large enterprise, this episode offers valuable strategies to enhance your cybersecurity defenses and ensure business continuity.
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Resources
National Cybersecurity Alliance Free Events and Programs
https://staysafeonline.org/events-programs/
CyberSecure My Business Program
https://staysafeonline.org/programs/cybersecure-my-business/
Effective Crisis Management: A Robust A-Z Guide for Demonstrating Resilience by Utilizing Best Practices, Case Studies, and Experiences
https://www.amazon.com/Effective-Crisis-Management-Demonstrating-Experiences/dp/9355512716
Understand the Cyber Attacker Mindset: Build a Strategic Security Programme to Counteract Threats
https://www.amazon.com/Understand-Cyber-Attacker-Mindset-Counteract/dp/1398614289
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