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April 15, 2025 43 mins

In this week’s episode of The Future of Security Operations podcast, Thomas is joined by Mollie Chard. Mollie’s career spans 10+ years in technical SOC and leadership roles at organizations like the UK’s Met Office, Capgemini, and OVO. She’s recently accepted a new role as Head of Cyber Guidance & Monitoring at Ofgem, the UK’s Office of Gas and Electricity Markets. A passionate advocate for diversity, she’s also the Chief Advisor for Women in Cybersecurity UK and Ireland.

In this episode:

[02:00] Mollie’s journey from arts graduate to security leader

[04:00] Her previous role developing emerging security talent for CIS UK

[05:00] Tips and techniques for hiring diverse talent

[11:20] The problem with management being the default career path

[15:25] The biggest tech mistake that budget-strapped companies make

[19:23] Solving unique systems and operational technology challenges in the energy sector

[21:30] The ethical considerations and impact of AI for security and other industries

[27:30] Making space in boardroom discussions for diversity and how it can enhance resilience

[32:00] How to stay aligned when working with remote or dispersed team

[35:00] What Mollie thinks cybersecurity will look like in five years

[37:00] AI as a threat to human cognitive abilities within and beyond security

[42:40] Connect with Mollie

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