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October 29, 2024 16 mins

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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