Perspectives

Perspectives

Executive takes on today’s security and technology topics - by leaders, for leaders.

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May 8, 2024 22 mins

In this episode, Splunk's own Paul Kurtz, Chief Cyber Security Advisor sits down with Chief Information Security Officer of Con Edison, Mikhail Falko. Together they delve into everything from data processing to AI and machine learning evolutions, highlighting how these innovations bolster defenses and optimize operations. A focal point of discussion centers on the adoption and integration of AI into cybersecurity operations.

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In this episode, Splunk Field CTO, Craig Hyde, sits down with Todd Beebe, Chief Security Officer at Freeport LNG to discuss the intricacies of contemporary cybersecurity tactics and offering a unique perspective on offensive-first mindset to navigating a constantly shifting threat environment. 

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Splunk Strategic Advisor, Kirsty Paine, sits down to discuss the crucial aspects of addressing a board of directors successfully, with actionable advice from Three-time CISO, LaLisha Hurt.

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By Cory Minton, Field CTO

What does it take to build and race cars that go more than 200 miles an hour? 

In the high-octane world of racing, it's not just the skill of the driver and the top-notch racecar that matter. Data emerges as a secret weapon, shaping everything from the production line to the pulse-pounding moments on the track. Recently, I had the exhilarating opportunity to chat with Zak Brown, the mastermind behind McLar...

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Shaun Cooney, Field CTO, Splunk sits down with Neal Potter, Head of Security Operations at Just Eat Takeaway, and Richard Fawcett, Lead Security Ops Engineer at Just Eat Takeaway

Highlighted in this episode:

  • Challenges of recruiting in competitive, specifically in the Cybersecurity industry
  • Expanded skillsets vs. diverse backgrounds in recruiting
  • The importance of curiosity, aptitude and passion
  • The hard sell - convincing ma...
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How to encourage innovation and drive resilience across your operations.  

Shaun Cooney, Field CTO, Splunk chats with Piers Thynne, Chief Operating Officer at McLaren F1

Conversations about technology and its implementation matter. However, you won’t be able to harness its full potential without also investing in the efficiency, curiosity, and culture of your team. 

I had the pleasure of speaking with Piers Thynne, COO of McLaren F...

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If there were spoilers for the year 2024, they’d be worth quite a lot on the auction block. 

 

That’s because they’d hold the answers to some of today’s million-dollar questions: After so much anticipation for AI, what outcomes will we see? How do we guard against handing over too much data and control to AI? How can businesses balance the need to innovate with the need to keep their organizations secure? 

 

While we don’t have fai...

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This special episode of the Perspectives podcast was recorded in person at the World Economic Forum Studio in Geneva, Switzerland. Splunk’s SVP and General Manager for EMEA, Petra Jenner, and CISO Jason Lee join Perspectives host and Field CTO Kirsty Paine to discuss trust, CISO burnout, AI and other surprising insights from this year’s annual meeting on cybersecurity.

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November 21, 2023 14 mins

Splunk's Shaun Cooney and James Hodge speak with Suid Adeyanju, CEO of London-based cyber security consultancy RiverSafe, about the importance of data access, strategically tackling tool sprawl and more.

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Splunk strategic advisor Matt Swann explores the concept of AI as a revolution, what it means for technology leaders today, and how leaders can successfully navigate the massive technological shift. 

 

As AI continues to be a focus in conversations about technology and the workplace, many tech professionals and leaders share the opinion that AI is a revolution — one that may even be as big as the internet. With its massive expected...

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Building generative AI into a business strategy requires leaders to set clear business goals and communicate its value with board members. The first step? Forget the hype and make sure that generative AI is the right fit. Splunk CTO Min Wang discusses this on the Perspectives podcast.

To reap the full benefits of generative AI, take a methodical and strategic approach, advises Min Wang. Discover why ambiguity is not your friend whi...

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October 4, 2023 16 mins

Measure your living room. Decide on a color scheme and design. Visit a variety of stores to test out the options — a perfect excuse to try the Swedish meatballs at IKEA. Without careful consideration, you could end up with a couch that doesn’t fit through your door or clashes with your drapes. The same goes for technology; haphazard decisions result in tools that don’t play nicely with one another or a complex environment without v...

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In our inaugural episode of the Perspectives Podcast, Cory Minton and fellow Field CTO Kirsty Paine sat down at .conf23 with Splunk CEO, Gary Steele. Gary shares how he’s thinking and strategizing as a technology leader. We dig into how he prioritizes both customer experience and employee experience, his thoughts on where AI will take us, and how to lead in the current economic climate effectively.

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