SecDataOps Cast

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Join Query CISO Neal Bridges as he explores the world of SecDataOps with different guests each episode. What is SecDataOps? Who should care about it? Wait, wasn’t it a throwaway joke?

  1. 05/08/2025

    Security Operations in a Post-AI World

    Join Neal Bridges on this episode of SecDataOpsCast as he sits down with cybersecurity veteran Alan White, an 18-year Army signals officer turned Dell Secureworks, Digital 14, Mandiant & Google leader, to unpack “Security Operations in a Post-AI World.”  Hear them discuss: How the explosion of dashboards and data sources has made SOC work more complexReal-world generative AI use cases for threat intelligence, triage and incident responseLessons learned from RSA on the state of vendor AI hype versus practical promiseBuilding trust in AI-powered security tools and avoiding “hallucinations”The evolving split between the “science” (automatable tasks) and the “art” (human judgment) of forensics, red-/blue-/purple-team operationsStrategies for security leaders to adopt AI to turbo-charge efficiency without sacrificing accuracy.Whether you’re a SOC analyst, incident responder, security architect or executive, tune in for actionable insights on leveraging AI responsibly to stay ahead of adversaries.

    1h 1m

  2. 04/14/2025

    SecDataOpsCast Fight Night — AI in the SOC

    Welcome to a special edition of the #SecDataOpsCast, where things are about to get real. In this no-holds-barred episode, host Neal Bridges brings together two powerhouse CISOs for a head-to-head debate on one of the hottest topics in cybersecurity today: AI in the Security Operations Center (SOC). 👥 Kyu Kwak – CISO at Pearson 👥 Rudy R. – CISO/CPO at Avant With AI flooding the cybersecurity market, the big question looms: Is AI the future of security operations, or just another overhyped silver bullet? Expect sharp insights, bold opinions, and zero fluff — as Neal moderates, instigates, and keeps the gloves off.

    55 min

  3. 03/20/2025

    SecDataOps Workshop p2: Something About the Analysis Phase

    In this episode of SecDataOpsCast, Neal Bridges and Jonathan Rau take a deep dive into the evolving world of security data operations. Hear recent experiences from hands-on consulting engagements, detailing how organizations handle (or sometimes mishandle) security data — from gathering logs to building effective data flow diagrams. Jon and Neal deliver tried and tested strategies, techniques, and contrasting methods they use to navigate complex security architectures. They also explore current industry shifts, such as Google’s latest developments in cloud security and acquisition strategies. Hear clear context on how these trends affect day-to-day operations.

    1h 3m

  4. 02/14/2025

    Security vs The Business: Finding the Balance

    Being a CISO means constantly walking a tightrope while balancing technology, business goals, and risk. But how do you make the right calls in a high-stakes environment? On this episode of SecDataOpsCast, hear Query CISO Neal Bridges and Avant CISO Rudy Ristich as they explore: • Navigating operations teams’ demands for new tech & capabilities • Weighing costs of technology investments, incident response, and staffing • Defining risk tolerance and making peace with it Don't miss this conversation between two of the best CISOs in the industry!

    1h 2m

  5. 01/10/2025

    Welcome to 2025

    Hear Query CISO Neal Bridges and Query CEO Matt Eberhart pick on insights, reflections, and predictions:  🔮 What did we get right in 2024 — and where did predictions go to die?  📉 What went wrong, and how can we learn from it?  🛡 What’s next for SecDataOps in a rapidly evolving landscape?  🏢 Are more acquisitions and consolidations on the horizon?  🌐 Will the US strike back against state-sponsored APTs?  🏛 How will the new administration shape tech and security policy? Let’s kick off 2025 with clarity and purpose!

    53 min

  6. 12/20/2024

    Why Do Security Products Suck?

    Ever feel like security projects are doomed from the start? In this episode of the SecDataOpsCast, Neal Bridges, Mike Bousquet, and Jeffrey Golz break down why so many of them struggle and what we can do about it.  From messy communication to impossible goals, Neal & Co. share honest stories, practical advice, and even take audience questions to keep it real. If you’ve ever been stuck in a frustrating project, this one’s for you.

    1h 4m

  7. 11/21/2024

    More Data in the SOC: Dream or Nightmare?

    On this episode of #SecDataOpsCast, BitLyft Cybersecurity Director of SOC Noah Hoag sat down with Query CISO Neal Bridges to provide insights on handling data within a Security Operations Center.  This was a great conversation that covered a lot of bases, including distinctions between analysts and incident responders, cybersecurity training tips, the value of practical experience, and the significance (or lack thereof??) of coding and data engineering skills.

    1h 2m

  8. 11/08/2024

    How To: Security Data Architecture 101

    Feeling like your SIEM overfloweth? Can’t find all that great data you know you have stashed somewhere, let alone put it to use? Struggling to connect data to your day-to-day processes? Hear Neal Bridges and Jonathan Rau talk you through the process of doing a Security Data Assessment.

    1h 6m
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Join Query CISO Neal Bridges as he explores the world of SecDataOps with different guests each episode. What is SecDataOps? Who should care about it? Wait, wasn’t it a throwaway joke?

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  • Creator
    Query
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2025
  • Episodes
    17
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © 2026 Query.AI Inc., All Rights Reserved.
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    SecDataOps Cast