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Jay Adamson & Warren Atkinson
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Welcome to the SECURE | CYBER CONNECT Podcast: Hosted by Jay Adamson & Warren Atkinson, joined by leaders in Information & Cyber Security, Technology & Talent Acquisition. From across Venture Capital, Private Equity, Public & Private sectors, Guests share their Personal Journeys, Diverse Perspectives, offering Advice & Guidance. SECURE | CYBER CONNECT Community, is an exclusive online community platform, providing a range of collaborative solutions for Technology, Information & Cyber Security Professionals at No-Cost. 👥 JOIN THE SECURE | CYBER CONNECT COMMUNITY: https://smart-connect-cyber.mn.co/ ✅ Learn More: https://linktr.ee/securecyberconnect 🗓️ NEW EPISODES available every week 📺 WATCH MORE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCRzUBDsLBZcCYFEVZNwYSqg 🔔Please SUBSCRIBE, LIKE and SHARE - Thank You #InformationSecurity #CyberSecurity #Recruitment #InfoSec #AI #Careers #Jobs #VC #StartUp #Technology

  1. 6d ago

    You’re not behind (Yet): Why AI fails (Funded Fix) | EU AI Act and Zero-Trust Guardrails

    Searching for answers on why your enterprise sandbox keeps breaking? Want to know how to deploy production-grade trust infrastructure cleanly? You are in the exact right place. Here is the reality: You build a brilliant AI tool in a safe testing space and it works perfectly. But the second you plug it into real, live data? Everything breaks. Security steps in, legal flags the compliance risks and your entire build gets trapped in testing forever. Recent reports suggest that 95% of AI builds never make it to production. And with the EU AI Act enforcement hitting in August 2026, launching without strict safety rails is a risk nobody can afford to take. In this episode, Jay and Warren sit down with Chiru Bhavansikar to talk openly about what it actually takes to get AI working in the real world. We break down exactly why these builds fail, what the missing "trust layer" really is, and how to fix it without completely stalling your progress. You’re Not Behind (Yet): We are going to walk you through exactly how you can start implementing inline Zero-Trust Guardrails and automated technical logging under the EU AI Act, using an infrastructure you can actually trust. The Community Initiative (The Funded Fix): Our mission is simple- we want to make AI transformation and cyber security accessible to all. Building these safety rails from scratch usually costs hundreds of thousands of pounds, but today, we are proud to announce that we can help take that financial burden off our community's shoulders. We are offering up to a 90% reduction on deployment costs for SECURE | CYBER CONNECT community members, Yorkshire Cyber Security Cluster members and partner organisations.* If you are an individual professional, a business leader, or an organisation of any scale, please do not navigate this transition in isolation. Whether you are a charity qualifying for a fully funded platform activation, an SME looking to scale safely, or an enterprise needing a straight-talking, pitch-free chat about your architecture- the doors are open. Reach out directly to Jay Adamson or Warren Atkinson to learn more. Let's find the right flexible solutions to get your AI out of testing, build the missing rails and safely launch. Learn More Here: https://v1cebucket.s3.eu-west-2.amazonaws.com/media_library/media_library_individual/iL5hJeUZDAhLdfvVplDvPLiTE79lI5QXmLPEGsTv.pdf Join the Conversation: We want to hear from you. Drop your thoughts in the comments below: Are you currently stuck in Pilot Purgatory? Has compliance blocked your latest AI rollout? Let’s get the debate going. Let's build an integrity-first tech ecosystem together. If you found this valuable, be sure to Like, Subscribe, and Share to empower others. From all of us at SECURE- stay safe. #ai #euaiact #agenticai #cybersecurity #aigovernance

    You’re not behind (Yet): Why AI fails (Funded Fix) | EU AI Act and Zero-Trust Guardrails

  2. Jul 18

    MFA Won't Stop Ransomware... How Hackers Get In and How To Defend?

    Forget the Hollywood myths of green matrix code and black hoodies. The reality of how your company gets hacked is a clinical, psychological, and highly industrialised operation. In this episode, Jay Adamson and Warren Atkinson are joined by Ethical Hacker Glenn Wilkinson lifts the veil on the murky world of offensive security. From the origin of the hacker mindset in the 1970s "phone freaking" era to the modern £300 billion cyber security industry, Glenn exposes the exact toolkits and manipulation tactics threat actors use to bring down enterprises. In this episode, we explore: The Black Hoodie Myth: Exposing corporate world misconceptions about hackers. What is the Hacker Mindset? From 1970s "phone freaks" to modern curious tinkerers. Why We Founded AgAr Labs: Flipping the model from anarchist to defense engineer. The Actual 2026 Hacker Toolkit: Real methodologies vs cute tools like Flipper Zero. How to Learn Ethical Hacking Safely: Virtual home labs and Subverted.io training. How the Network Perimeter Shifted: From 1990s dial-up to cloud identity as the perimeter. Breaking Into Cybersecurity in 2026: Raw passion vs degrees and certifications. Why Traditional CVs Are Dying: How to use open-source intelligence to land a cyber job. Live Ransomware Detonation Demo: A step-by-step screen share of a live recider.exe attack. The Agger Labs Agent Solution: Defending endpoints, EDRs, and AV from being disabled. Leaked LockBit Chat Logs Exposed: How hacker lawyers review financials to price a $2M ransom. The Basic Cyber Hygiene Gaps: Why password reuse and bad backups are a 10-minute hack. How Hackers Bypass MFA: Weaponizing human psychology, push fatigue, and token theft. AI in Social Engineering: The truth about deepfakes, voice cloning, and vendor scare tactics. Whaling Attacks: How hackers profile the C-suite and compromise Executive Assistants (EAs). The Redundancy Email Exploit: Using accidental carbon-copy (CC) psychology to trick staff. Inside Ransomware-as-a-Service (RaaS): $100 malware leases and $5,000 initial access brokers. The Scattered Spider Threat: How Western, English-speaking gangs trick foreign help desks. 3 Things Every CISO Must Do: Implementing canary tokens and deception technology. The Uncomfortable Truth About Security Tool Sprawl: Managing the burden of 170+ tools. Room 404: Why the "Human Firewall" myth and shifting blame to end-users needs to stop. 🔹 Glenn Wilkinson is an ethical hacker, keynote speaker, and founder of Agger Labs. He is known for making cyber threats tangible through storytelling, real-world examples, and a hacker’s-eye view of how attacks unfold. Glenn has spoken internationally and appeared across major media discussing hacking, ransomware, fraud, and cybersecurity. Learn More About Agger Labs Here: https://agger-labs.com 👇 WE WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU! 🎁 🎁 Join the Ecosystem, use code ‘AGGERLABS’ and bypass the waiting list:https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdiJ3kC2UDadnnLfP91u2K18XEiwV9n7J-l_-Dt8icUzP00bA/viewform?pli=1 🔔 We appreciate your support - Please SUBSCRIBE, LIKE + SHARE to Empower others. #cybersecurity #infosec #ai #hacking #ransomware

    MFA Won't Stop Ransomware... How Hackers Get In and How To Defend?

  3. Jul 10

    How to get hired. Tech and cyber security. The CyBlack blueprint.

    Let’s have an honest conversation about the cybersecurity job market. You have put in the hard miles. You have studied late into the night, paid for the certifications, and sent endless applications into the void- only to hit a brick wall. If you are feeling exhausted, isolated, or wondering if you are the problem, you are not alone. The industry constantly talks about a "talent shortage," but the lived reality for so many brilliant people is paywalls, biased filters, and a profound lack of access. Today, we are stripping away the corporate talking points. We sit down with Simbiat Sadiq, Co-Founder of CyBlack, for a raw discussion about the human element of surviving the tech job hunt. This isn't about selling you another certification; this is about building the human infrastructure and mental resilience you need when the traditional system fails you. In This Conversation, We Discuss: • The Danger of Isolation: Why trying to study, prepare, and apply for jobs completely alone is the biggest mistake you can make. • The Mental Toll: Honest strategies for managing burnout, protecting your boundaries, and silencing the loud voice of imposter syndrome when you are the only one in the room who looks like you. • Building Your Own Table: How to bypass performative corporate diversity and find the grassroots communities that will actually champion your growth. Join Us at the CyBlack Conference 2026 This conversation is just the beginning. On August 20, 2026, the community is coming together in Preston for the 5th edition of the CyBlack Conference. The theme is "Solving tomorrow's cyber challenges together". If you are tired of standard networking and want to build genuine, lasting professional relationships, this is where you need to be. Jay Adamson and Warren Atkinson will be there on the day, proudly supporting the community as co-hosts for the conference. We want to see you in the room! Important Links: • 🎟️ Get Your Ticket: https://cyblack.org/cyblack-conference-2026/ • 🤝 Become a Sponsor: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeUn-JwJOcdZnvSBt0tT9jugDQ-4bcSUyYrmBc2zl1evsnwjw/viewform 👇 WE WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU! What is the biggest hurdle you are facing in your job search right now? Or, what is one "win" you've had recently? Drop it in the comments below so we can support each other. 🎁 Bypass the Waiting List: Our core mission is to make career growth accessible to absolutely everyone. Get FREE access to salary guides, career pathways, tools, and direct employer matching to help you stand out and lead. Use the private access code “CYBLACK” to join the SECURE ecosystem today: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdiJ3kC2UDadnnLfP91u2K18XEiwV9n7J-l_-Dt8icUzP00bA/viewform?pli=1 🔔 We appreciate your support - Please SUBSCRIBE, LIKE + SHARE to Empower others. #cybersecurity #informationsecurity #technology #events #careers

    How to get hired. Tech and cyber security. The CyBlack blueprint.

  4. Jun 20

    AI, infosec and cyber career guide: What skills actually beat AI hype and burnout?

    Are you tired of AI hype and "entry-level" cybersecurity roles that demand a decade of experience? We sit down with frontline experts from HSBC, Salesforce, and AXA to bypass the broken hiring system, revealing the exact skills you need to land your first infosec job and survive SOC burnout. 00:00 - Introduction: Meet the panel of cybersecurity experts and alumni. 00:28 - How to Get Your First Cybersecurity Job: From online CTFs to networking. 08:15 - What are the Biggest Cybersecurity Trends in 2026? AI and pen-testing. 13:00 - How to Deal with Alert Fatigue & SOC Burnout: Processing 500+ tickets a day. 18:45 - Do You Need a Cyber Degree? (And University Regrets). 27:10 - How to Stand Out to Tech Employers in a Tough Market. 33:40 - The Most In-Demand Cybersecurity Skills Right Now: Soft skills and board translation. 39:15 - AI in Cybersecurity: Can It Be Trusted for Defense? 45:00 - The Weakest Link in Security: Humans vs. Outdated Tech. 48:20 - Deepfakes & Digital Evidence: Can We Still Trust Our Eyes? 52:10 - Data Privacy & GDPR: Why Global Banks Must Store Your Data. 55:30 - Mental Health in Tech: Expert Tips to Prevent Burnout & Skill Fade. 58:45 - Q&A: Is the AI Security Boom Just Marketing Hype? 01:01:07 - Final Thoughts & Outro. Endlessly tweaking your CV and hitting the "Easy Apply" button is the fastest way to kill your tech career right now. The industry is currently undergoing a massive course correction, and the traditional pathways for breaking into tech are effectively closed to those who don't know the new rules of the game. In this exclusive panel edition of the SECURE | CYBER CONNECT Podcast, Warren Atkinson and Jay Adamson bring you straight to those working on the frontline. We bypass the corporate buzzwords and AI marketing hype to give you an unfiltered, insider POV blueprint to navigating the hidden job market, protecting your mental bandwidth, and securing a resilient, long-term career in cybersecurity. . 🎯 WHY THIS EPISODE IS CRITICAL FOR YOUR JOURNEY: • STUDENTS: Learn how to stop playing it safe and territorial. Discover why maximizing university life means moving past internal job boards, joining active tech societies, building home lab environments, and creating open-source portfolios that force employers to notice you. • GRADUATES: Break through the gatekeeping. Discover why you shouldn't let unrealistic LinkedIn job adverts- which look like they are trying to hire an entire SOC in a single, entry-level role- intimidate you from taking your shot. • PROFESSIONALS: Learn the vital skill of identifying when your employer handles your mental health correctly. Discover how speaking up to a reasonable manager can unlock accommodations, hybrid adjustments, or isolated deep-work time to keep you highly productive. • LEADERS: Stop having conversations about talent without having talent at the table. Understand why leadership must shift away from rigid, AI-generated certification checklists and move toward continuous personal development, standardized frameworks, and building human-centric technical defences. MEET THE PANEL: 🔹 Dalian Terry - Senior Product Security Engineer at Salesforce. Embedded inside global organisations for over six years, Dylan is an expert in application security engineering, security automation, and threat modeling frameworks. 🔹 Brett Wright - Incident Response Analyst at HSBC. A graduate of Sheffield Hallam University, Brett specialises in high-stakes incident response, fraud mitigation and managing digital risks within global banking compliance. 🔹 Eleanor Wardman - Senior Information Protection Analyst at AXA UK. Specialising in data loss prevention, risk management, and security architecture, Eleanor focuses on fine-tuning enterprise detections to alleviate alert fatigue. 🔹 Olly Wright - Advanced Computer Network Master's Student at Sheffield Hallam University. Oliver’s advanced research focuses directly on the convergence of automated AI penetration testing wit

    AI, infosec and cyber career guide: What skills actually beat AI hype and burnout?

  5. Jun 6

    Job red flags. Before during and after the offer (AI deepfakes and scams) and how to stand out

    If you are feeling burnt out, ghosted, or incredibly frustrated by the current hiring landscape, you are not alone. You are putting in the hours, tailoring your CVs, and doing everything right, only to find yourself navigating an absolute minefield just to get an interview. Speaking directly to 50–60 job seekers every single week, I hear your stories firsthand. I see exactly why incredibly talented, hard-working people are getting blocked by a fundamentally broken system. This industry must be accessible to everyone—whether you are a career changer, an underrepresented professional, or part of the next generation (like my own nieces and nephew) looking for a fair start. You shouldn't have to fight through scams just to get your foot in the door. But the reality of the 2026 job market is brutal. Fake job adverts and fraudulent recruiters have surged by 500% over the last 24 months. Scammers are actively deploying "harvest now, use later" tactics to steal your personal data, and deepfake technology is now being weaponized against you live on camera during the interview process. You need a way to fight back. In this special edition episode of the SECURE | CYBER CONNECT Podcast, Jay and I are pulling back the curtain on the modern job search. We aren't just giving you theory; we are giving you the exact blueprint to protect your identity, cut through the noise, and finally secure the role you deserve. 🚨 What You Will Discover in This Episode: 5 Red Flags Before You Apply for a Job: Why hitting the easy "Quick Apply" button traps your CV in outdated tracking systems, and the specific "shopping list" of 5+ certifications that proves a company has no idea what they are doing. How to Spot a Fake Recruiter & Deepfake Interview: Scammers are using AI to clone interviewers. We break down the simple physical camera test—like passing your hand in front of your face—to expose a deepfake live on a call. 5 Job Interview Red Flags (And Warning Signs After the Offer): The subtle bait-and-switch tactics, such as evasive responses about your daily tasks, lacking visible DEI initiatives, and below-market salary traps you must watch out for before signing a contract. How to Answer Interview Questions About AI: The exact strategies you need to bring up regarding Agentic AI and post-quantum cryptography to "shift security left". This will instantly outrank other candidates and prove your forward-thinking value. Build Your Personal Brand & Stand Out: Your voice and community presence matter significantly more than your resume. Discover how to leverage automated tools to reclaim 20 hours a month on content creation without losing your authentic edge. • 30 Free AI Courses & Tools: Get our curated list of 20 foundational free AI courses, 10 advanced courses, and 10 highly effective free tools. • Free CIO Guide: Download the 30-page AI-First Enterprises guide to master AI governance and talk like an executive in your next interview. 🚀 Level Up Your Career (Free Tools & Resources): Our core mission is to make career growth accessible to absolutely everyone. ✅ Join the Ecosystem: Get FREE access to salary guides, career pathways, certs, resources, tools, and opportunities, as well as our new platform helping with both individual and organisational growth. Use the code “NEXTGEN”: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdiJ3kC2UDadnnLfP91u2K18XEiwV9n7J-l_-Dt8icUzP00bA/viewform?pli=1 🔔 We appreciate your support - Please SUBSCRIBE, LIKE and SHARE to encourage diverse and inclusive knowledge sharing.

    Job red flags. Before during and after the offer (AI deepfakes and scams) and how to stand out

  6. May 30

    Harvest now, decrypt later: The quantum data threat and how to future-proof your career

    Are you feeling overwhelmed by the endless cycle of tech buzzwords? You are expected to protect your organisation, stay ahead of the curve, and advance your career, all while navigating a sea of confusing vendor hype and impossible expectations. If you are frustrated by an industry that constantly demands you learn how to code, when what it actually desperately needs are clear communicators and strategic leaders- you are not alone. The transition to a new era of digital security is already happening, and it is creating one of the biggest professional opportunities of our generation. The industry doesn't just need more software engineers; it needs everyday professionals who can translate complex concepts into real-world business strategies that the boardroom actually understands. In this high-stakes edition of the SECURE | CYBER CONNECT Podcast, Jay and I are joined by deep-tech leaders Anna Beata Kalisz Hedegaard and Niki Harris from QSECDEF. We strip away the intimidating jargon to give you the exact blueprint for future-proofing your career, protecting your organization's data today, and stepping into a highly valued leadership role during the greatest technological shift of the decade. 🔥 WHAT YOU'LL DISCOVER: 00:00:00 – The Quantum Heist: They Are Already Stealing Your Data 00:02:34 – Why Everyday Professionals Need to Care About Quantum 00:04:51 – Exposing the Broken Global Quantum Ecosystem 00:07:04 – How to Spot Vendor Rubbish and Build Real Trust 00:10:46 – The 2026 Government Mandates (And Why We Aren't Ready) 00:12:44 – The Reality of the "Harvest Now, Decrypt Later" Threat 00:16:39 – AI vs Quantum: The Dangerous Budget Trap 00:17:25 – Why Waiting for 'Q-Day' Will Destroy Your Business 00:21:10 – The Two Exact Questions CISOs Must Ask the Board Today 00:24:05 – How to Survive the Quantum Shift on a Tight Budget 00:26:38 – Step 1: Your Cryptographic Inventory 00:33:36 – What Quantum Needs to Learn from Cyber’s Past Failures 00:37:12 – The Real Industry Choke Point: Executive Illiteracy 00:39:47 – Translating High-Level Policy into Commercial Reality 00:42:23 – Will AI Break Crypto Before Quantum Even Arrives? 00:45:20 – The Hidden Threat Inside Your Cloud Supply Chain 00:50:01 – Why Risk "Translators" Will Soon Own the Industry 00:51:37 – How Women in Tech Can Claim Their Seat at the Leadership Table 00:54:06 – Generalists vs Specialists: Who Actually Wins in Cyber? 00:57:05 – Leading Globally While Ignoring the Hype 01:03:30 – Bypass the SECURE | CYBER CONNECT Platform Waitlist 🔹 Anna Beata Kalisz Hedegaard - Anna is the CEO and Founder of QSECDEF. With a background spanning Theoretical Cosmology, Nanoscience, and Global Defense, she has built the world’s most trusted vendor-neutral platform for the quantum ecosystem, connecting over 1,000 members across 40+ countries. 🔹 Niki Harris - Niki is the North American Policy Director for QSECDEF. Formerly an AI Policy lead at Canada's Department of National Defence (DND), she specializes in bridging the gap between elite military mandates and practical, board-ready security strategies. 🎁Learn More About QSECDEF Here: https://www.qsecdef.com 👇 The Challenge: What is the most "overhyped" tech buzzword that is actually distracting us from real security right now? Name it in the comments below! ✅ Join the Ecosystem, use code ‘QSECDEF’ and bypass the waiting list: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdiJ3kC2UDadnnLfP91u2K18XEiwV9n7J-l_-Dt8icUzP00bA/viewform?pli=1

    Harvest now, decrypt later: The quantum data threat and how to future-proof your career

  7. May 23

    The reality of working in tech and cyber: IT Leadership, patching and cybersecurity

    Everyone loves to celebrate "Digital Transformation" in the boardroom, but no one wants to talk about the grueling, unglamorous foundational work required to actually pull it off. If your culture ignores the teams keeping the lights on, your transformation is already failing. Welcome to Part 2 of our special DTX Edition of the SECURE | CYBER CONNECT Podcast, recorded live in Manchester. If Part 1 was about the vision of the future, Part 2 is the ultimate reality check. Today, Jay and Warren take you inside the trenches. Featuring an exclusive walk-around and interviews with a leading IT Director and the elite vulnerability management team at Patch My PC, we expose the massive friction between "shipping the future" and "securing the present." 🔥 WHAT YOU'LL DISCOVER: - 📍 Live From the Trenches: Unfiltered, raw insights straight from the DTX expo floor. We capture the genuine frustrations, fears, and triumphs of the people actually doing the heavy lifting in tech today. 0:00 - Intro: Live from DTX Manchester (Frontline IT Operations) 📍 0:21 - The Reality of Enterprise Vulnerability & Patch Management 🏦 03:00 - Is AI Going to Replace Software Engineers & Developers? 🤖 04:35 - The Most Overrated Cybersecurity Buzzwords in Tech Right Now ⛔️ 07:27 - IT Leaders Share Their Most Embarrassing Tech Failures 💀 13:08 - How an IT Director Manages Digital Transformation & Cyber Risk ♟️ 15:13 - Real-World AI Governance & Managing Shadow IT 🔍 20:20 - The Frustrating Reality of Managing Enterprise Software Budgets 😣 22:53 - AI Use Cases in Engineering, Manufacturing & Digital Twins ♊️ 26:53 - Do You Really Need ISO 27001 Certification? (vs Cyber Essentials) ⁉️ 30:00 - Retaining Women in Tech & Breaking the Gender Pay Gap 🤑 32:32 - 3 Questions You MUST Ask Enterprise AI Vendors Before Buying 🧐 35:24 - Ransomware, Insider Threats & Protecting Public Sector Client Data 🔐 38:14 - AI Liability: Who is Legally Responsible When AI Fails? 📑 40:33 - Upskilling a Multi-Generational IT Team for the Future 📚 47:16 - Preventing Tech Burnout: Why IT Leaders Need the "14-Minute Rule" ⏲️ 49:44 - How Cybersecurity Professionals Teach Cyber Hygiene to Their Children 🧑‍🧒‍🧒 55:46 - What Tech Hiring Managers Are Actually Looking For Today 🧠 🔹 David Price - IT & Digital Transformation Director at Curtins. With a strong focus on cyber security, risk, and building resilient IT functions in complex organisations. He leads technology strategy across multi-site environments, making sure systems are secure, reliable, and actually support how the business operates day to day. David works closely with senior leadership on cyber risk, data protection, and how to balance security with performance and growth. 🎁Learn More About Curtins: https://www.curtins.com/ 🔹 The Team at Patch My PC (Keeran Mistry, Andrew Osiname, Ada Aitonean & Sam Bamber) - The absolute defenders of the foundation. They shed light on the critical, often-overlooked world of automated patch management and why third-party vulnerability management is the bedrock of enterprise defence. 🎁Learn More About Patch My PC: https://patchmypc.com/ 📅 Learn more about the Digital Transformation EXPO: https://dtxevents.io/ 👇 The Challenge: What is the most unglamorous, frustrating part of your daily grind in tech that people outside the industry just don't understand? Drop your truth bomb in the comments below! ✅ Join the Ecosystem: Get FREE access to salary guides, career pathways, certs, resources, tools, and opportunities, as well as our new platform helping with both individual and organisational growth. Use the code “DTXM26” and bypass the waiting list: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdiJ3kC2UDadnnLfP91u2K18XEiwV9n7J-l_-Dt8icUzP00bA/viewform?pli=1 🔔 We appreciate your support - Please SUBSCRIBE, LIKE and SHARE to encourage diverse and inclusive knowledge sharing.

    The reality of working in tech and cyber: IT Leadership, patching and cybersecurity

  8. May 16

    What Does it take to build the future: AI research, business analysis and cybersecurity

    Title: What Does it take to build the future: AI research, business analysis and cybersecurity Stop pretending that a flashy new AI tool will magically transform your business. If your vision for the future isn't anchored in real business analysis and secure foundations, you aren't innovating - you are just building a very expensive liability. Welcome back to another DTX Edition of the SECURE | CYBER CONNECT Podcast, recorded live on the floor of the Digital Transformation EXPO in Manchester. Our host Jay Adamson and Warren Atkinson are stripping away the vendor hype to look at the actual anatomy of a winning tech companies. They sit down with three visionary leaders operating at the bleeding edge of AI governance, applied data research, the intersection of business analysis and cybersecurity, the importance of special interest groups and regional tech growth to answer one massive question: What does it actually take to build the future? 🔥 WHAT YOU'LL DISCOVER: 🤖 The AI Bubble vs. Reality: Are we in an AI echo chamber? We cut through the boardroom hype to reveal what enterprises are actually building, and whether generative AI is a true revolution or a costly distraction. 🧠 The Invisible Data War: Forget what you know about traditional tech. Discover how elite applied research and 'graph tech' are quietly solving the most complex business problems on the planet. 🌉 The 'Death' of Good Ideas: Why the greatest technical innovations fail before they even launch. We explain why elite Business Analysis is the only bridge between a brilliant concept and commercial survival. ⚡ The 1% Leadership Paradox: The ultimate executive balancing act. How do you relentlessly push your teams for rapid innovation without collapsing the security that keeps your company alive? 📍 The UK's Hidden Tech Hubs: Breaking the London bubble. We expose the raw truth about scaling high-performing teams, driving regional growth, and building world-class infrastructure outside the capital. 🤝 Careers Advice and Guidance: For Information and cybersecurity, project management, business analysis and AI research. 🔹 Chiru Bhavansikar - As a Chief AI Officer at Arhasi, Chiru is at the absolute forefront of AI governance, ensuring that the next generation of enterprise AI is not just powerful, but ethical, compliant, and deeply trusted by the market. 🎁 Learn More About Arhasi: http://arhasi.ai 🔹 Andreas - Operating as the Director of Applied Research at Neo4j, Andreas explores how cutting-edge graph technology and deep data science are mapping the future of enterprise intelligence. Andreas is a technological humanist. Starting at NASA, Andreas designed systems from scratch to support science missions. Then in Zambia, he built medical informatics systems to apply technology for social good. Now with Neo4j, he is democratizing graph databases to validate and extend our intuitions about how the world works. Everything is connected. 🎁Learn More About Neo4J: https://neo4j.com/ 🔹 Mark Cross - Mark Cross is the founder and principal consultant of Envista Consulting, a York based business analysis practice that specializes in cybersecurity. He is also the founder and Regional chair (EMEA) for the IIBA's 🎁Learn More About Envista: http://envista.consulting/ 🎁Learn More About IIBA: http://www.iiba.org/ 📅 Join us on 14-15th October at Excel London for DTX London: https://www.dtxevents.io/london 👇 The Challenge: What is the biggest disconnect in your company right now? Is it between the visionaries driving AI and the IT teams trying to secure the network? ✅ Join the Ecosystem: Get FREE access to salary guides, career pathways, certs, resources, tools, and opportunities, as well as our new platform helping with both individual and organisational growth. Use the code “DTXM26” and bypass the waiting list: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdiJ3kC2UDadnnLfP91u2K18XEiwV9n7J-l_-Dt8icUzP00bA/viewform?pli=1

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Welcome to the SECURE | CYBER CONNECT Podcast: Hosted by Jay Adamson & Warren Atkinson, joined by leaders in Information & Cyber Security, Technology & Talent Acquisition. From across Venture Capital, Private Equity, Public & Private sectors, Guests share their Personal Journeys, Diverse Perspectives, offering Advice & Guidance. SECURE | CYBER CONNECT Community, is an exclusive online community platform, providing a range of collaborative solutions for Technology, Information & Cyber Security Professionals at No-Cost. 👥 JOIN THE SECURE | CYBER CONNECT COMMUNITY: https://smart-connect-cyber.mn.co/ ✅ Learn More: https://linktr.ee/securecyberconnect 🗓️ NEW EPISODES available every week 📺 WATCH MORE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCRzUBDsLBZcCYFEVZNwYSqg 🔔Please SUBSCRIBE, LIKE and SHARE - Thank You #InformationSecurity #CyberSecurity #Recruitment #InfoSec #AI #Careers #Jobs #VC #StartUp #Technology

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  • Creator
    Jay Adamson & Warren Atkinson
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    113
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Show Website
    CYBER CONNECT PODCAST