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RSAC is a premier global cybersecurity event and community brand dedicated to empowering professionals at every level. We bring together industry experts to share insights, tackle emerging threats, and showcase cutting-edge innovations. Beyond the Conference, we offer continuous resources, educational programs, and networking opportunities to foster collaboration and resilience in an ever-evolving field, all while staying true to our mission of creating a safer, more connected future.

Episodes

July 16, 2026 32 mins
Quantum computing is no longer a distant threat. It is now a present-day concern for security leaders who must protect data that could be harvested today and decrypted tomorrow. In this episode, Noopur Davis, Chief Information Security and Product Privacy Officer at Comcast, cuts through the hype to explain what quantum resilience really means for enterprise security programs. She shares a practical roadmap for getting started now ...
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Cyber defenders are experiencing unprecedented levels of stress, burnout and fatigue. New data is helping us understand the scale of the challenge. In this episode, we unpack the findings from a recent study that tracked the effects of resilience training on hundreds of cybersecurity professionals. From sleep and stress to burnout risk and attrition, we’ll dig into what the numbers reveal, what the training actually involves,...
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In today’s threat landscape, no organization can defend itself alone. In this episode, Jenny Menna, Chief Security Officer at Sallie Mae and board member at FS-ISAC, explores the critical role of threat intelligence sharing and peer collaboration in modern cybersecurity. From the rise of less sophisticated but highly motivated attackers to the growing importance of real-time insights and trusted networks, she discusses how in...
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Security leaders are facing a new reality: SaaS has become the path of least resistance for attackers. As organizations adopt thousands of third-party applications and shift sensitive data into public infrastructure, traditional security approaches are struggling to keep up. In this episode, we explore why SaaS risk has emerged as a critical battleground, how it differs from legacy infrastructure risk, and where many organizations ...
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As AI expands across critical sectors, this podcast episode examines how it disrupts privacy and compliance, creating new risks in consent, data use, and re‑identification. Through real cases and practical guidance, listeners learn how to build privacy‑first AI systems that maintain trust and regulatory alignment. Speakers: Noor Bains, Principal Field Solutions Architect, CDW Tatyana Sanchez, Senior Coordinator, Content & Pro...
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This episode explores the intersection of innovation and security, and why today’s CISOs must help shape what comes next. Nasrin Rezai, SVP & CISO at Verizon, discusses how security leaders can work with startups to drive meaningful change. She shares what makes a young company stand out, how to structure successful pilots, and where startups often miss the mark with enterprise buyers. If you’re balancing bold ideas...
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This podcast presents a quantum-safe blueprint for Privileged Access Management, integrating AI and Zero Trust principles. We'll explore how to protect critical access against quantum threats and AI-powered attacks, addressing the current preparedness gap. Learn actionable strategies for crypto-agility and securing all identities, human and non-human, for a resilient future. Speakers: Malhar Vora, Principal Engineer | Engineering...
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Speed is becoming a defining advantage in cybersecurity. In this episode, Phyllis Schneck, VP and CISO at Northrop Grumman, joins Dr. Hugh Thompson to explore how high-performance computing is reshaping cyber defense. From accelerating real-time threat detection and response to amplifying the impact of AI and automation, they discuss how increased compute power is transforming both attackers and defenders. The conversation also hig...
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Many organizations treat GenAI governance as a documentation or compliance exercise. This podcast episode reframes AI governance as a system-design problem and presents control-plane patterns for managing risk, accountability, and compliance across large-scale AI deployments. Speakers: Varun Raj, Associate Partner, Kyndryl Tatyana Sanchez, Senior Content Coordinator, RSAC Kacy Zurkus, Director, Content, RSAC
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Guest: JR Williamson, SVP & CISO, Leidos Generative AI is accelerating innovation, but it’s also creating new blind spots. In this episode, we explore how CISOs can manage the rising risk of “shadow AI,” where employees use generative tools without oversight or safeguards. JR Williamson, SVP & CISO at Leidos, joins Dr. Hugh Thompson to share how the defense sector is approaching unauthorized AI use, from ...
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Cyber resilience has become a defining priority for today’s security leaders, but translating the concept into real-world impact isn’t easy. In this episode of Cyber at the Top, Dr. Hugh Thompson is joined by Emma Smith, CISO at Vodafone, to explore what cyber resilience looks like in practice and how it shapes decision-making at scale. Drawing on her experience leading a major global security transformation, Emma share...
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AI-powered impersonation and deepfakes are no longer theoretical—they are changing how trust works in real time. This discussion explores how industry and government can use existing legal frameworks, shared standards, and regulatory intent to move from abstract concern to concrete action, making trust, verification, and accountability explicit as deepfake-driven risk accelerates. Clarissa Cerda, Chief Legal Officer and Corp...
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For years, information security was largely centered on protecting confidentiality. But as our world becomes more digital and increasingly dependent on always-available, trustworthy systems, integrity and availability are taking on equal importance. In this episode of Cyber at the Top, Dr. Hugh Thompson is joined by Bjørn Watne, Global CISO of INTERPOL, to explore how this shift is changing the way security leaders think about risk...
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Keeping up with the laws and regulations in all the different jurisdictions relevant for your business already feels overwhelming. In this RSAC podcast, we are excited to be joined by two members of the RSAC Program Committee, who will simplify the tangle by highlighting the most important elements of the global legal and regulatory landscape for the cybersecurity community. Tune into this podcast as we explore how organizations c...
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As digital ecosystems expand, third-party relationships have become both business enablers and critical sources of cyber risk. In this episode, T.J. Patterson, VP and Information Security Officer at STAR Financial Bank, joins Dr. Hugh Thompson to explore how CISOs can navigate the growing complexity of third-party risk management. They discuss practical methods for identifying and prioritizing high-risk vendors, maintaining visibil...
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The use of AI has weakened many of us in the areas of critical thinking and emotional intelligence. We are enticed by the speed of AI responses to our problems but it is our neural pathways that are stunted in growth due to the lack of usage. Tune into this podcast to learn how to bridge neuroscience, emotional and artificial intelligence to enhance and understand how to optimize. This podcast will drawn on the speaker’s res...
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Bridging the gap between cybersecurity and business priorities starts with a common language that explains risk in terms business leaders can relate to. In this episode, Mathias Buecherl, Group CISO at Heidelberg Materials, joins Dr. Hugh Thompson to explore how data-driven measurement is reshaping how organizations communicate, prioritize, and invest in security. They discuss why standardized metrics matter, how to translate cyber...
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January 26, 2026 22 mins
AI is a friend, but it can be a terrible foe when not properly used. In cybersecurity, we also see AI as an enabler of cyber-criminal activities and security errors. In this podcast, we will focus on what you need to know to defend your enterprise against AI-enabled cyberattacks. We will also discuss how to protect yourself and your company against errors caused by the improper use of AI. Alex Holden, CISO, Hold Security, LLC Taty...
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From busy showroom floors to hyped up vendor marketing claims, security leaders are constantly asked to choose the “right” cybersecurity partner. In this episode, Dr. Hugh Thompson sits down with Tal Arad, former CTO and Group CISO at Carlsberg Group, to unpack how security leaders can cut through the noise and build partnerships that strengthen their organizations. Drawing on his experience, Tal explores how to determi...
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Traditional network security has evolved, and security teams are challenged to understand data flows and how to use AI to help manage modern infrastructures and communications. Whether you are looking to increase resilience, streamline operations, or navigate the challenges of API abuse, RSAC 2026 Conference will help you navigate the shifting threat landscape of Network & Communications Security. Join this podcast to hear more...
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