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Defense in Depth: Resiliency

Defense in Depth: Resiliency

David Spark -
How fortified is the business to withstand cyberattacks? Can it absorb the impact of the inevitable hits? Would understanding the business’ level of resilience provide…
Hackers’ Ultimate Sandbox – Black Hat 2019 Network Operations Center ( NOC)

Hackers’ Ultimate Sandbox – Black Hat 2019 Network Operations Center ( NOC)

David Spark -
Once a year at one of the biggest hacker conferences anywhere, attendees to the Black Hat 2019 conference take what they’ve learned in classes and…
Wait… What? Good News in Cybersecurity?

Wait… What? Good News in Cybersecurity?

David Spark -
On this episode of CISO/Security Vendor Relationship Podcast, cybercrime fails and we brag about it. This episode is hosted by me, David Spark (@dspark), producer of CISO Series and founder…
Stop Looking for the Perfect Candidate. Build a Cybersecurity Talent Pipeline

Stop Looking for the Perfect Candidate. Build a Cybersecurity Talent Pipeline

David Spark -
Everyone’s looking for the perfect cybersecurity candidate that already has the experience and the training. Want that person? Then get ready for a bidding war…
WATCH: “Are Cybersecurity Sales Incentives Helping or Hurting the Industry?”

WATCH: “Are Cybersecurity Sales Incentives Helping or Hurting the Industry?”

David Spark -
Even if you weren’t able to join us, you can watch the video and the discussion on this really fantastic topic of security sales incentives.…
Defense in Depth: Ransomware

Defense in Depth: Ransomware

David Spark -
Why is Ransomware so prevalent? Why are so many getting caught in its net? And what are some of the best tactics to stop its…
Serious Hackers Wear TWO Black Hoodies

Serious Hackers Wear TWO Black Hoodies

David Spark -
We’re doubling down and embracing the absolute worst of hacker tropes. Put on your black hoodie and then a second one. Boot up your Matrix…
REGISTER (9/20/19) for Cybersecurity Sales Incentives Webinar

REGISTER (9/20/19) for Cybersecurity Sales Incentives Webinar

David Spark -
Traditional sales techniques often fall flat in cybersecurity. In addition, InfoSec sales professionals are focusing their sales efforts on the ultimate gatekeeper who has purchase…
What Still Scares You About Cybersecurity? – Black Hat 2019

What Still Scares You About Cybersecurity? – Black Hat 2019

David Spark -
There is so much to be scared about cybersecurity or really the lack there of. And everyone has different or in some cases global fears.…
Defense in Depth: Top CISO Communication Issues

Defense in Depth: Top CISO Communication Issues

David Spark -
Understanding risk. Communicating with the board. Getting others to understand and care about security. What is the most vexing cybersecurity issue for a CISO? Check…
WEBINAR (9/20/19): Are Cybersecurity Sales Incentives Helping or Hurting the Industry?

WEBINAR (9/20/19): Are Cybersecurity Sales Incentives Helping or Hurting the Industry?

David Spark -
In this round table webinar we’ll discuss what are the current incentive structures for cybersecurity sales. How do salespeople take on that charge at different…
CISO Confessions: “It’s Not You. It’s Me.”

CISO Confessions: “It’s Not You. It’s Me.”

David Spark -
Vendors are trying to understand why CISOs are ghosting them and sometimes, it really isn’t their fault. CISOs accept the blame on the latest episode…
Defense in Depth: Cybersecurity Excuses

Defense in Depth: Cybersecurity Excuses

David Spark -
“I’ve got all the security I need.” “I’m not a target for hackers.” These are just a few of the many rationalizations companies make when…
Worst Security Vendor Email Pitches – Black Hat 2019

Worst Security Vendor Email Pitches – Black Hat 2019

David Spark -
Whether it’s persistent badgering or sending unwanted gifts, the security vendor landscape is awash with inappropriate and unwanted sales pitches. At Black Hat 2019, I…
Getting Over Our “Security ≠ Compliance” Obsession

Getting Over Our “Security ≠ Compliance” Obsession

David Spark -
We repeat “Security ≠ Compliance” so often it’s become our mantra. Does anyone pay attention to it anymore? We’re unpacking our compulsion to keep saying…
Defense in Depth: Employee Hacking

Defense in Depth: Employee Hacking

David Spark -
A cyber professional needs their staff, non-IT workers, and the board to take certain actions to achieve the goals of their security program. Should a…
CISO Series in Times Square!

CISO Series in Times Square!

David Spark -
Short preview of the live audience recording of the CISO/Security Vendor Relationship Podcast happening at the WeWork location in NYC on Thursday, September 5th, 2019.…
Open this Email for an Exclusive Look at Our Clickable Web Links

Open this Email for an Exclusive Look at Our Clickable Web Links

David Spark -
You’ll be dazzled by the clickability of our web links on this week’s episode of CISO/Security Vendor Relationship Podcast. This episode is hosted by me, David…
Hacktober: A Month of Security Games at Facebook

Hacktober: A Month of Security Games at Facebook

David Spark -
Turn it into a game! Whether you’re parenting or trying to get employees to learn something, gamifying anything improves engagement and retention. And that’s exactly…
Network with InfoSec Professionals in NYC on 9/5/19

Network with InfoSec Professionals in NYC on 9/5/19

David Spark -
I got a chance to talk with David Raviv, founder of the NY Information Security Meetup Group (@NYInfoSecurity) about our upcoming partnership and production of…
Defense in Depth: 100% Security

Defense in Depth: 100% Security

David Spark -
100% Security. A great idea that’s impossible to achieve. Regardless, CEOs are still asking for it. How should security people respond and we’ll discuss the…
Like Fine Wine Our Vendor BS Meter Gets Better with Age

Like Fine Wine Our Vendor BS Meter Gets Better with Age

David Spark -
The bouquet of this particular vendor BS is a mixture of FUD, unnecessary urgency, and a hint of pecan. Look to your left and grab…
What Does Trust Mean in Security? – Black Hat 2019

What Does Trust Mean in Security? – Black Hat 2019

David Spark -
Security is about trust, but there are oh so many definitions of trust as evidenced by my interviews at Black Hat 2019 in Las Vegas.…
Defense in Depth Wants Trending InfoSec Topics

Defense in Depth Wants Trending InfoSec Topics

David Spark -
The co-hosts of the Defense in Depth podcast, myself and Allan Alford, recorded this video from Black Hat 2019 explaining the editorial model of our…
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