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CyberWatch, by Access Point Consulting, is your weekly source for emerging cybersecurity news, regulatory updates, and threat intelligence. Backed by experts in security consulting, regulatory compliance, and security operations, Access Point enables you to manage cyber risks, respond to incidents, and drive innovation in your company. Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or watch on YouTube.

  1. APR 9

    Christopher Skinner (Access Point Consulting) | Building and executing effective incident response plans

    Christopher Skinner, a retired Marine Corps veteran with 23 years of service, shared insights into incident response planning during his appearance on the Cyber Watch Expert Podcast. After serving as both a communications and cyber warfare officer in the Marine Corps—where he managed incident response and crisis action teams—Skinner transitioned to a civilian role as Incident Response Manager at Access Point Consulting. His extensive experience in high-pressure scenarios has provided a solid foundation for understanding effective incident response.

    27 min

  2. APR 2

    Scott "Monty" Montgomery (Island) | Navigating CMMC compliance for organizations of every size

    Scott Montgomery, known as Monty, joined the CyberWatch Expert Series podcast to discuss his extensive background in cybersecurity, particularly in building and designing network security tools for high-assurance environments like the Department of Defense (DoD) and the intelligence community. His experience includes significant tenure at McAfee (now Trellix), which led him to his current role at Island, where he focuses on innovative approaches to cybersecurity compliance.

    27 min

  3. MAR 19

    Michael Sviben (DomainGuard) | Defending against phishing and building proactive security awareness

    Cybersecurity threats evolve rapidly, and one tactic consistently rises above the rest: phishing. In this episode of CyberWatch, Michael Sviben, co-founder of DomainGuard, discusses why phishing remains so effective, how businesses and individuals become targets, and what you can do to stay vigilant.

    23 min

  4. MAR 5

    David Habib (Brightspot) | Building a culture of cybersecurity awareness

    Cybersecurity awareness is often reduced to check-the-box training, but David Habib, CIO at Brightspot, argues that real security awareness isn’t about formal programs—it’s about making security part of a company’s culture. In this episode, he shares practical insights on how organizations can move beyond stale training sessions to create an engaged and security-conscious workforce.

    26 min

  5. FEB 26

    Lori Keller (Access Point Consulting) | Project management’s role in cybersecurity

    Cybersecurity projects don’t just require technical expertise—they demand structured planning, risk management, and coordination across teams. Lori Keller, a practitioner in cybersecurity project management, joins CyberWatch to discuss how strong project management practices drive security success.

    25 min

  6. FEB 19

    Adithya Vellal (Petra Security) | Advancing cybersecurity maturity in the cloud

    Cybersecurity maturity isn’t just about implementing tools—it’s about developing repeatable processes that align security with business objectives. Adithya Vellal, founder of Petra Security, joins CyberWatch to discuss how organizations can take a structured approach to cybersecurity, reduce risk, and communicate security priorities effectively.

    24 min

  7. FEB 12

    Troy Bowman | Securing the cloud

    Many small and mid-sized businesses assume that moving to the cloud means security is automatically handled by the provider. But as Troy Bowman, Senior Security Engineer, explains, that’s a dangerous misconception.

    24 min

  8. FEB 5

    Helen Patton (Cisco) | Crafting an effective cybersecurity strategy

    Cybersecurity is often seen as a reactive field, constantly responding to threats as they emerge. But Helen Patton, Cybersecurity Executive Advisor at Cisco, argues that a well-defined cybersecurity strategy can shift the focus to a proactive approach—one that aligns security efforts with broader business objectives.

    24 min
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CyberWatch, by Access Point Consulting, is your weekly source for emerging cybersecurity news, regulatory updates, and threat intelligence. Backed by experts in security consulting, regulatory compliance, and security operations, Access Point enables you to manage cyber risks, respond to incidents, and drive innovation in your company. Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or watch on YouTube.

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