DailyCyber The Truth About Cyber Security with Brandon Krieger

Brandon Krieger

The DailyCyber Podcast and New Live Stream every Tuesday evening at 5:00 pm EDT is focused on providing the truth into the Cyber Security industry. Discussions on Cyber Security trends, technologies, solutions, news, education, certifications, careers and interviews with leading Cyber Security experts on various Cyber Security topics. Subscribe today to make sure you don't miss an episode. IMPORTANT: The views, information and/or opinions expressed on this podcast/stream are solely those of Brandon Krieger and do not necessarily represent those of Brandon Krieger's employer(s).

  1. Technology Strategy, Operational Efficiency & Business Innovation | DailyCyber 292 with Robert Maxwell

    May 23

    Technology Strategy, Operational Efficiency & Business Innovation | DailyCyber 292 with Robert Maxwell

    Technology Strategy, Operational Efficiency & Business Innovation | DailyCyber 292 with Robert Maxwell   In this episode of DailyCyber, Brandon Krieger is joined by Robert Maxwell, CEO of TGT Solutions Inc., to discuss how organizations can strategically apply technology to improve profitability, efficiency, and innovation.   Robert shares insights from more than 30 years of executive leadership experience, explaining how businesses can align operational goals with practical technology strategies that support growth and long-term competitiveness.   Topics include: • Technology strategy and business alignment • Operational efficiency and modernization • Leadership during digital transformation • Technology investment decision-making • Innovation and scalable business systems   Host: Brandon Krieger — CEO & vCISO Advisor Guest: Robert Maxwell — TGT Solutions Inc.   Watch: Brandon Krieger YouTube Listen: DailyCyber Podcast

    58 min
  2. Digital Executive Protection & Cybersecurity Risks for Executives | DailyCyber 291 with Dr. Chris Pierson

    May 16

    Digital Executive Protection & Cybersecurity Risks for Executives | DailyCyber 291 with Dr. Chris Pierson

    In this episode of DailyCyber, Brandon Krieger speaks with Chris Pierson, Founder & CEO of BlackCloak, about the rapidly evolving risks facing executives, high-profile individuals, and their families in today’s digital world. Chris shares insights from decades of cybersecurity, privacy, legal, and financial services leadership experience — including his work with Homeland Security, FinTech organizations, and executive protection initiatives. The discussion explores digital executive protection, AI-enabled scams, reputational threats, identity theft, and how organizations should think beyond traditional enterprise cybersecurity boundaries.   Topics covered: Digital executive protection Cybersecurity risks for executives AI-driven fraud and impersonation Privacy and reputational exposure Identity theft prevention Protecting families and high-profile individuals   Guest Dr. Chris Pierson — Founder & CEO, BlackCloak Website: BlackCloak.io LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drchristopherpierson   Host Brandon Krieger — CEO & vCISO Advisor   Watch Full Episode: YouTube.com/BrandonKrieger Listen: DailyCyber.ca

    1h 1m
  3. The Future of Tokenized Settlement and Quantum-Ready Financial Infrastructure | DailyCyber 290 with Ryan Kirkley

    Apr 26

    The Future of Tokenized Settlement and Quantum-Ready Financial Infrastructure | DailyCyber 290 with Ryan Kirkley

    The Future of Tokenized Settlement and Quantum-Ready Financial Infrastructure | DailyCyber 290 with Ryan Kirkley In this episode of DailyCyber, Brandon Krieger is joined by Ryan Kirkley, Co-Founder and CEO of Global Settlement Network, to discuss the future of tokenized settlement, validator security, cross-border payments, and quantum-ready financial infrastructure. Ryan shares his perspective on why validator design should be treated as a security layer, how newer blockchain networks are evolving their validator models, and where current blockchain and financial security frameworks still leave institutions exposed. The discussion also explores how identity, accountability, and fraud prevention may change as validator participation evolves, and why financial networks need to begin preparing for quantum risk now rather than later. Topics covered: Validator design as a security layer  Weaknesses in current blockchain trust models  Emerging changes in validator architecture  Financial and blockchain security gaps  Identity, fraud, and validator accountability  Quantum risk and infrastructure planning  Post-quantum readiness for long-lived assets    Guest: Ryan Kirkley — Co-Founder and CEO, Global Settlement Network LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryankirkley/ Website: www.Globalsettlement.com   Host: Brandon Krieger — CEO & vCISO Advisor Watch Full Episode: YouTube.com/BrandonKrieger Listen: DailyCyber.ca

    59 min
  4. Building Cyber Ranges & Real-World Cyber Readiness| DailyCyber 289 with Lee Rossey

    Apr 19

    Building Cyber Ranges & Real-World Cyber Readiness| DailyCyber 289 with Lee Rossey

    Building Cyber Ranges & Real-World Cyber Readiness| DailyCyber 289 with Lee Rossey Cyber ranges and simulation platforms are redefining how organizations prepare for real-world cyber threats.   In DailyCyber Episode 289, Brandon Krieger speaks with Lee Rossey, CTO & Co-Founder of SimSpace, about how advanced cyber environments are being used by USCYBERCOM, global militaries, and enterprises to improve cyber readiness.   Lee brings decades of experience from MIT Lincoln Laboratory, where he led cyber range development and worked with DARPA and the Department of Defense to build foundational cyber training infrastructure, including the National Cyber Range Complex. This episode explores how organizations can move beyond theoretical security and into real-world validation and resilience.   Lee Rossey is a former Group Leader at MIT Lincoln Laboratory, where he established the Cyber System Assessments Group. He has led cyber range development, red teaming, and large-scale testing initiatives supporting national defense programs. As CTO & Co-Founder of SimSpace, he now leads the development of simulation platforms used globally for cyber training and testing.   Topics covered: • Cyber range evolution • Red teaming at scale • Military cyber strategy • Cyber resilience testing • Future training platforms   Guest: Lee Rossey — CTO & Co-Founder, SimSpace Host: Brandon Krieger — CEO & vCISO Advisor, KNSS Consulting   Watch: YouTube.com/BrandonKrieger Listen: DailyCyber.ca

    57 min
  5. Executive Protection & Modern Security Risks in a Digital World| DailyCyber 288 with Ryan Quirk

    Apr 11

    Executive Protection & Modern Security Risks in a Digital World| DailyCyber 288 with Ryan Quirk

    Executive Protection & Modern Security Risks in a Digital World| DailyCyber 288 with Ryan Quirk ~ Watch Now ~    Modern security is no longer confined to firewalls and physical barriers. As digital exposure increases, so does the risk to executives, families, and organizations. From social media footprints to open-source intelligence, the lines between cyber, physical, and personal security are rapidly converging.   In this episode of DailyCyber, we sit down with Ryan Quirk, CEO of Sparrow Risk Group, to break down how the threat landscape has evolved—and what leaders need to do to adapt.   Episode Overview Technology over the last decade has fundamentally reshaped how individuals and organizations are exposed to risk. What was once considered separate domains—cybersecurity, physical security, and intelligence—are now deeply interconnected. This shift requires a new approach to security strategy, particularly for business owners and high-net-worth individuals who face increased visibility and targeting.   Ryan shares insights from over 20 years of experience across civilian and government sectors, highlighting how risks are identified, assessed, and mitigated in high-threat environments. The discussion explores how security must evolve beyond traditional models and into a more integrated, intelligence-driven framework.   Organizations that fail to recognize these changes often underestimate their exposure—particularly when it comes to publicly available information. Social media, corporate websites, and open-source data can all be leveraged to build detailed profiles that increase vulnerability. Ryan brings a practical lens to these challenges, outlining how leaders can begin to reassess their current posture and make informed decisions about protecting their people, assets, and operations.   The conversation also dives into how different industries face varying levels of risk depending on their visibility, access to capital, and geopolitical exposure. Not all threats are equal, and understanding where your organization stands is critical to building an effective defense strategy.   Another key theme is the growing importance of choosing the right security partner. With many firms offering overlapping services, Ryan explains what truly differentiates a capable security provider—and how clients can avoid common mistakes when selecting who to trust.   Topics covered: • Technology reshaping security risk • High-risk industries and exposure • Social media and OSINT threats • Convergence of cyber and physical security • Choosing the right security partner   Guest: Ryan Quirk — CEO, Sparrow Risk Group Host: Brandon Krieger — CEO & vCISO Advisor   Full Episode: Youtube.com/brandonkrieger Listen to the podcast: DailyCyber.ca

    1h 6m
  6. Cyber Resilience, AI Threats & MSP Security Blind Spots| DailyCyber 287 with Andrew Scott

    Mar 14

    Cyber Resilience, AI Threats & MSP Security Blind Spots| DailyCyber 287 with Andrew Scott

    Cyber Resilience, AI Threats & MSP Security Blind Spots| DailyCyber 287 with Andrew Scott   Cybersecurity threats are evolving faster than many organizations can adapt. MSPs and SMBs are increasingly being targeted by sophisticated attackers using automation, AI-assisted tools, and highly coordinated attack chains that exploit weaknesses across modern IT environments. In this episode of DailyCyber, Brandon Krieger speaks with Andrew Scott — Field CISO at Todyl — about the real cyber risks facing service providers today and why organizations must rethink how they approach cybersecurity strategy.   Episode Overview Cybersecurity has shifted from a prevention-first mindset to one that increasingly focuses on resilience. Attackers are operating faster, using automation and AI to scale attacks, and targeting MSP ecosystems as high-value entry points into multiple organizations. Andrew Scott shares insights from working directly with MSPs and partners in the field, helping them strengthen their security posture and evolve their cybersecurity strategies. The conversation explores how providers can move beyond prevention-only models toward security architectures designed to detect, respond to, and recover from attacks quickly. The discussion also examines the rapidly expanding role of artificial intelligence in cybersecurity. While AI is enabling attackers to automate phishing campaigns, reconnaissance, and vulnerability discovery, it is also providing powerful capabilities for defenders to improve detection, automate SOC operations, and strengthen threat intelligence analysis. Andrew’s experience spans enterprise security architecture, SOC transformation, and threat intelligence leadership across major organizations including Leidos, CrowdStrike, and IBM. Now working closely with MSPs as a Field CISO at Todyl, Andrew helps organizations rethink their cybersecurity strategy, identify blind spots in their security programs, and adopt modern platforms designed to simplify and strengthen security operations.   Topics covered: • The biggest cyber risks facing MSPs and SMBs today • Why cyber resilience must replace prevention-only security models • How AI is reshaping both cyber attacks and defensive capabilities • The blind spots many service providers still overlook   Guest: Andrew Scott — Field CISO, Todyl https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrew-s-8b691729/ https://www.todyl.com   Host: Brandon Krieger — CEO & vCISO Advisor https://www.linkedin.com/in/brandonkrieger https://www.DailyCyber.ca   Listen to the podcast: DailyCyber.ca

    1h 3m
  7. Quantum Threats, Zero Trust & the Future of Network Security | DailyCyber 286 with Andrew Gault

    Mar 7

    Quantum Threats, Zero Trust & the Future of Network Security | DailyCyber 286 with Andrew Gault

    Quantum Threats, Zero Trust & the Future of Network Security | DailyCyber 286 with Andrew Gault ~ Watch Now ~  In this episode of DailyCyber, Brandon Krieger is joined by Andrew Gault, CEO of ZeroTier, to examine whether quantum computing represents a real cybersecurity threat today or remains theoretical. The conversation explores what quantum computing could break within current encryption standards, why infrastructure providers should be planning now, and how modern zero trust architecture must evolve in response. Topics include: • The realism of quantum cybersecurity risk • Vulnerabilities in today’s cryptographic stack • Infrastructure planning for post-quantum security • CISO strategy for 2026 • Zero trust implications   Guest: Andrew Gault — CEO, ZeroTier https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrewgault/ https://www.zerotier.com/   Host: Brandon Krieger — CEO & vCISO Advisor https://www.linkedin.com/in/brandonkrieger https://www.DailyCyber.ca   Watch: https://www.youtube.com/BrandonKrieger Listen: https://www.DailyCyber.ca

    1h 5m
  8. Web3, Government Adoption & the Future of Scalable Blockchain | DailyCyber 285 with Jeff Mahony

    Feb 21

    Web3, Government Adoption & the Future of Scalable Blockchain | DailyCyber 285 with Jeff Mahony

    Web3, Government Adoption & the Future of Scalable Blockchain | DailyCyber 285 with Jeff Mahony Blockchain has moved beyond experimentation. Governments and enterprises are now evaluating how decentralized technologies can support national infrastructure, financial systems, and next-generation digital economies. In this episode of DailyCyber, Brandon Krieger speaks with Jeff Mahony, Chief Architect of RYTChain, about scalable blockchain architecture, patented consensus mechanisms, and what it truly takes to onboard the next billion users securely. Jeff brings more than three decades of experience in fintech, defense, predictive modeling, and enterprise systems architecture. His work on RYT’s Proof of Majority mechanism reflects a systems-oriented approach to transparency, scalability, and security in Web3 environments. Topics covered: • The challenges of scaling blockchain for enterprise and government • How Proof of Majority differs from traditional consensus models • Nation-level blockchain pilots and digital identity implications • Security risks in decentralized infrastructure • Integrating Web3 principles into financial ecosystems • The future of AI, decentralization, and digital governance   Guest: Jeff Mahony — Chief Architect, RYTChain https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeff-mahony-ba8a591/   Host: Brandon Krieger — CEO & vCISO Advisor https://www.linkedin.com/in/brandonkrieger https://www.DailyCyber.ca   📅 Tuesday 🕔 5:00 PM EST 📺 youtube.com/BrandonKrieger   Listen to the podcast: https://www.DailyCyber.ca

    1h 1m
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The DailyCyber Podcast and New Live Stream every Tuesday evening at 5:00 pm EDT is focused on providing the truth into the Cyber Security industry. Discussions on Cyber Security trends, technologies, solutions, news, education, certifications, careers and interviews with leading Cyber Security experts on various Cyber Security topics. Subscribe today to make sure you don't miss an episode. IMPORTANT: The views, information and/or opinions expressed on this podcast/stream are solely those of Brandon Krieger and do not necessarily represent those of Brandon Krieger's employer(s).

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