Lessons from the School of Security Hard Knocks Joe Saunders

Today's guest is Lynn Dohm, Executive Director at Women in Cybersecurity (WiCyS).


In today’s episode, Lynn discusses WiCyS and her role as Executive Director, how WiCyS became a non-profit organization, how the pandemic affected the organization, WiCyS’ partnerships, whether she is optimistic or pessimistic about the future of the cybersecurity workforce, Chicago versus Detroit pizza, and as always, her toughest lesson learned.

Today's guest is Scott McCrady, CEO of SolCyber.


In today's episode, Scott discusses SolCyber and his role as CEO, what brings customers to MSSPs, how the security landscape has changed over the past ten years, how the attack surface and threat actor has changed in recent years, his perspective on cyber insurance, his preferred topic of conversation at a cocktail party, and as always, his toughest lesson learned.

In a special edition of the podcast 'Lessons from the School of Security Hard Knocks' we delve into a compelling discussion that shines a spotlight on the incredible women who are redefining the cybersecurity landscape. 


Let's dive into the incredibly intriguing subject of "Women in Cybersecurity" with the winners of the RunSafe Cybersecurity Leadership Awards: Christine Gadsby, Kiersten Todt, and Madison Horn. This episode also features Laurie Williams, Vijaya Kaza, Lee Kappon, Teresa Shea, Jen Sovada, Candice Frost, and Megan Samford.


These cyber leaders are at the forefront, sharing their invaluable experiences and the toughest lessons they've learned along the way. Their lessons are not only enlightening but also instrumental for anyone striving for success in this ever-evolving domain.


Tap to listen, and let's join forces in championing diversity, inclusion, and innovation in cybersecurity. Together, we can create a safer and more resilient digital world.


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Today's guest is Christine Gadsby, VP of Product Security Operations at Blackberry.


In today's episode, Christine discusses Blackberry and her role there, what organizations should consider around software supply chain security, what Blackberry is doing about SBOM security, what advancements she has seen and hopes to see in open source software, Blackberry's role in security for critical infrastructure, her thoughts on the National Cybersecurity Strategy, whether she is optimistic or pessimistic about the future of companies' critical infrastructure security, and as always, her toughest lesson.

Today's guest is Madison Horn, CEO of Critical Fault and former US Senate nominee.


In today’s episode, Madison discusses Critical Fault and her role there, how trends in cybersecurity have changed over the past 10 years, her thoughts on the Biden administration’s National Cybersecurity Strategy, the seriousness of China’s threat on critical infrastructure, the biggest threat to our national security, if we are facing a new world order, what cybersecurity issues Congress should focus on, whether she will consider running for office again in the future, and as always, her toughest lesson learned.

Today's guest is Colonel Candice Frost, Adjunct Professor of Security Studies Program at Georgetown University.


In today's episode, Colonel Frost discusses her transition from her military career to the private sector, serving as commander of the Joint Intelligence Operations Center for USCYBERCOMMAND, how she approaches near term threat horizons vs longer term threat horizons, lessons we can learn from the war in Ukraine, what she looks for in leaders, pressing national security issues, critical infrastructure threats, how we can improve public/private partnerships, and as always, her toughest lesson learned.