Stay ahead in the dynamic world of cybersecurity with "To the Point Cybersecurity." This podcast offers in-depth discussions on the latest cyber threats, trends, and technologies impacting businesses, governments, and communities globally. Listeners will gain insights into how emerging technologies, such as AI and frameworks like data governance and expanded global cyber regulations, are shaping modern security practices. The podcast also provides practical strategies for navigating the ever-evolving threat landscape, including innovative approaches to data protection and insider threat mitigation. Each episode features thought leaders and influencers who share their expertise and experiences, providing valuable perspectives on how to tackle cybersecurity challenges effectively.
Episodes
Agentic AI Needs Humans on the Loop with Michael ChaviraJul 14, 202643:30As AI systems start acting on their own, the hardest security problem is no longer approving what a model outputs but governing the conditions under which it is allowed to act at all. Michael Chavira, co-founder of Axiologic Solutions, argues that most organizations confuse governance with security, writing policies and standing up AI councils that describe intent while leaving the enforcement lay
AI Agents Aren't People. Don't Give Them the Keys with Ido ShlomoJul 7, 202640:37Ido Shlomo, co-founder and CTO of Token Security, makes a blunt case: an AI agent is not a person. It is a workload that impersonates one, chasing whatever goal it is handed without judgment, memory, or common sense. Treat it like an employee and hand it the keys, and enterprise security quietly starts to break down. Shlomo explains why agents inherit the same credentials and keys that service ac
AppSec Needs AI Employees, Not More Tools with Shan KulkarniJun 16, 202629:48
Human Behavior Is the Attack Surface | Part 2 with Jeremiah BakerJun 9, 202632:11In this episode of Forcepoint's "To the Point Cybersecurity" podcast, hosts Jonathan Knepher and Rachael Lyon are joined once again by Jeremiah Baker for a deep dive into the rapidly shifting landscape of cybersecurity. With the velocity of AI-driven attacks shrinking defenders' response windows to mere seconds, the conversation explores how organizations—large and small—must adapt their mindsets
Inside the Cybersecurity Situation Room with Jeremiah Baker | Part 1Jun 2, 202630:17Welcome back to another episode of To the Point Cybersecurity, where Rachael Lyon and Jonathan Knepher dive into the frontline battles of today's digital landscape. This week, they're joined by Jeremiah Baker—an ethical hacker turned keynote speaker and author with over 20 years of cybersecurity experience. Together, they unravel the evolving tactics of financially motivated cyber attacks, explore
Bridging Hackers and Government: Securing America's Water with Jake Braun - Part 2May 26, 202624:01Welcome back to To the Point Cybersecurity Podcast, where hosts Rachel Lyon and Jonathan Knepher dive into the critical state of our nation's infrastructure with Jake Braun. In this episode, Jake Braun details the vulnerabilities facing America's water systems and explains the mission behind the Franklin Project, an initiative connecting hackers and cybersecurity professionals with small, often-ov
Bridging Hackers and Government: The Digital Arsenal of Democracy, with Jake Braun - Part 1May 19, 202627:01Welcome to "To the Point Cybersecurity Podcast," where each week hosts Rachael Lyon and Jonathan Knepher dive into the latest trends and critical topics shaping the world of cybersecurity. In this episode, we're thrilled to welcome Jake Braun, Executive Director of the Cyber Policy Initiative at the University of Chicago, CEO and co-founder of Cambridge Global Advisors, and former Acting Principal
Why Human Judgment Still Wins in the AI-Driven SOC with Monzy Merza - Part 2May 12, 202631:43Welcome to another episode of Forcepoint's "To the Point Cybersecurity" podcast. This week, Rachael Lyon and Jonathan Knepher continue their deep-dive conversation with Monzy Merza, exploring the transformative impact of AI in security operations centers (SoCs) and the evolving landscape of cyber threats and defense. In this episode, Monzy Merza shares candid insights into building trust and confi
Modern SOC Struggles: AI, Data Fragmentation, and Human Limitations with Monzy MerzaMay 5, 202627:08Welcome to "To the Point Cybersecurity Podcast." This week, hosts Rachael Lyon and Jonathan Knepher dive deep into the evolving challenges of security operations with special guest Monzy Merza, CEO and co-founder of Crogl. With a career spanning government research, security innovation at Splunk, and go-to-market leadership at Databricks, Monzy Merza brings a unique perspective on why the security
Navigating AI Risks and Resilience in Cybersecurity with Rick HemsleyApr 28, 202631:59Welcome to another episode of the To The Point Cybersecurity Podcast! This week, Rachael Lyon sits down with Rick Hemsley, UK and Ireland Cybersecurity Consulting Leader at Ernst & Young, to dive deep into the rapidly evolving intersection of artificial intelligence and cyber risk. With over 25 years of experience advising a diverse range of organizations—including governments—Rick Hemsley shares
Enhancing Cyber Posture: Leadership, Zero Trust, and AI Adoption in Government with Jennifer FranksApr 14, 202644:27Welcome back to "To the Point Cybersecurity Podcast," where Rachael Lyon and Jonathan Knepher break down the latest trends shaping the world of cyber defense. In this episode, they're joined by Jennifer Franks, Director in the Government Accountability Office's Information Technology and Cybersecurity team and head of its Center for Enhanced Cybersecurity. Jennifer Franks brings a fresh perspectiv
REPLAY: Cloud War Games: Building Disaster Muscle Memory and Collaborative Resilience in DevOps Teams with Matt LeaMar 31, 202635:42Welcome back to the Point Cybersecurity Podcast! On this week's episode, Rachael Lyon and Jonathan Knepher are joined by a very special guest, Matt Lea, the creator of Cloud War Games. Matt Lea shares his unique journey in cybersecurity, beginning with hacking video games as a sixth grader and evolving into a career helping startups and cloud professionals prepare for real-world outages and cyber
From Passwords to Quantum Threats: Securing Remote Access in a Rapidly Changing World With Neil GadMar 17, 202636:50Welcome to another episode of the To the Point Cybersecurity Podcast, brought to you by Forcepoint. This week, your hosts Rachael Lyon and Jonathan Knepher are joined by Neil Gad, Chief Product and Technology Officer at RealVNC, for an eye-opening conversation about the evolving threats and opportunities at the intersection of remote access, cybersecurity, and artificial intelligence. Together, th
The Human Price for Data and Privacy Protection with Rob McdonaldMar 3, 202644:02Rob McDonald, SVP of Platform at Virtru joins the podcast to double-click into the privacy and data discussion. We explore subsidizing the pain of giving personal data in exchange for 'free' services, informed consent, regulation alone isn't a silver bullet, and what outcomes we could we drive when we combine user decisions with regulation. And he shares insights on behaviors that come with innova
Navigating AI Ethics: Human-Centered Design, Regulation, and the Price of Innovation with Erica ShoemateFeb 24, 202652:23This week on To The Point Cybersecurity Podcast, hosts Rachael Lyon and Jonathan Knepher sit down with Erica Shoemate—international bestselling author, tech policy leader, and advocate for maternal health—to tackle the hot-button issues surrounding AI and cybersecurity. From headline-making resignations at leading AI companies to the complexities of human-centered design, ethics, and regulation, E
Cybersecurity in 2026: AI, Steganography, and Securing Legacy Systems with Jacob AndersonFeb 17, 202638:03Welcome to this week's episode of the To the Point Cybersecurity Podcast, brought to you by Forcepoint. Join hosts Rachael Lyon and Jonathan Knepher as they dive into the fascinating world of cyber defense, covert channels, and the evolving role of AI with special guest Jacob Anderson, founder of Beyond Ordinary Software Solutions. With over 30 years of experience across industries like finance, d
Navigating Borderless Networks and Data Security with Yasir Ali RerunFeb 10, 202641:16Welcome to another insightful episode of "To The Point Cybersecurity," brought to you by Forcepoint! In today's episode, we're diving into the nuances of modern data security with our special guest, Yasir Ali, CEO of Polymer. As networks become increasingly borderless, the challenges for data security are escalating. We'll explore crucial technologies like Data Security Posture Management (DSPM) a
Stepping Beyond Checkbox Compliance: Building Real Security and Meeting Legal Demands with De'von CarterFeb 3, 202646:08Welcome to this week's episode of "To the Point Cybersecurity Podcast," brought to you by Forcepoint! Your hosts, Rachael Lyon and Jonathan Knepher, are joined by special guest De'von Carter, a leading cybersecurity expert with deep expertise in privacy law, risk management, and regulatory compliance. In this insightful conversation, De'von Carter draws from his unique background as a technologist
Beyond Passwords: Modern Identity Defense in Practice with Jasson Casey and Josh JohansenJan 27, 202624:16Welcome back to Forcepoint's "To the Point Cybersecurity Podcast," where hosts Rachael Lyon and Jonathan Knepher dive deep into the ever-evolving world of cybersecurity. In this episode, they're joined by Josh Johansen for a candid conversation about the real-life challenges of balancing security and usability—especially in high-turnover industries like hospitality. From the boons and barriers of
Beyond Passwords: Identity Security as Hospitality's Frontline Defense with Jasson Casey and Josh JohansenJan 20, 202628:11Welcome back to Forcepoint's "To the Point Cybersecurity Podcast"! In this episode, Rachael Lyon and Jonathan Knepper kick off the new year by diving into a fresh and fascinating topic for the show: cybersecurity within the hospitality industry. Joining them are Jasson Casey, CEO and founder of Beyond Identity, and Josh Johansen, Director of IT for Brent Hospitality Group. The conversation unfolds
The War on Data, Cyberspies and AI With Eric O'Neill Part 2Jan 13, 202635:27Welcome back to Forcepoint's "To the Point Cybersecurity" podcast! In this episode, hosts Rachael Lyon and Jonathan Knepher are joined once again by former FBI counterintelligence operative Eric O'Neill, for an insightful dive into the evolving war on data, the shadowy world of cyberspies, and the realities of AI in cybersecurity. Together, they unpack how artificial intelligence has transformed b
The War on Data, Cyberspies and AI With Eric O'NeillJan 6, 202634:38Welcome back to Forcepoint's To The Point Cybersecurity Podcast! In this episode, hosts Rachael Lyon and Jonathan Knepher are joined by legendary FBI operative and cybersecurity expert Eric O'Neill. Together, they dive into the ever-evolving landscape of cybercrime, drawing on Eric O'Neill's extensive experience tracking down spies—including his pivotal role in the arrest of Robert Hanssen, the in
The Merging Worlds of AI, Cybersecurity, and Physical Threats with David Saunders Part 2Dec 30, 202525:37Welcome back to Forcepoint's "To the Point Cybersecurity Podcast!" In this episode, hosts Rachael Lyon and Jonathan Knepher are joined once again by expert guest David Saunders to dive even deeper into today's ever-evolving cybersecurity landscape. From the accelerating sophistication of phishing attacks and the dual role of AI in offense and defense, to the ongoing challenges of supply chain and
The Merging Worlds of AI, Cybersecurity, and Physical Threats with David SaundersDec 23, 202527:55Welcome to another episode of the To the Point Cybersecurity Podcast! This week, hosts Rachael Lyon and Jonathan Knepher are kicking off the holiday season with a fascinating conversation featuring David Saunders, Director of Forcepoint Security Lab and a seasoned cybersecurity professional with more than two decades of experience. The discussion dives into the complex convergence of AI, cyber, an
Cloud War Games: Building Disaster Muscle Memory and Collaborative Resilience in DevOps Teams with Matt LeaDec 16, 202535:42Welcome back to the Point Cybersecurity Podcast! On this week's episode, Rachael Lyon and Jonathan Knepher are joined by a very special guest, Matt Lea, the creator of Cloud War Games. Matt Lea shares his unique journey in cybersecurity, beginning with hacking video games as a sixth grader and evolving into a career helping startups and cloud professionals prepare for real-world outages and cyber
Understanding Cyber Threats in Elections and Infrastructure with Maggie MillerDec 9, 202552:21Welcome back to "Forcepoint," a podcast where we dive deep into the critical and evolving world of cybersecurity. In today's riveting episode, hosts Vince Spina and Rachael Lyon sit down with Maggie Miller, a cybersecurity reporter for Politico, to unpack some of the most pressing cyber threats we face today. From the notorious Ticketmaster hack during Taylor Swift's ticket sales to the geopolitic
Navigating Legacy Cybersecurity and Quantum Threats with Damien FortuneDec 2, 202532:46Welcome back to Forcepoint's "To the Point Cybersecurity Podcast," where hosts Rachael Lyon, Jonathan Knepher, and Damien Fortune explore the fast-moving world of cybersecurity and its impact on our businesses, governments, and everyday lives. In this episode, we dive into legacy vulnerabilities, quantum-powered threats, and the ongoing tug-of-war between convenience and security in the digital ag
How Cybersecurity Impacts Patient Care in Hospitals with Christian Dameff Part 2Nov 25, 202524:07Welcome to another episode of Forcepoint's To The Point Cybersecurity Podcast! In this week's conversation, Rachael Lyon and Jonathan Knepper sit down for part two with Dr. Christian Dameff, the nation's first Medical Director of Cybersecurity at UC San Diego Health. Dr. Dameff, who also works as an emergency physician, clinical informaticist, and healthcare security researcher, dives into the rea
How Cybersecurity Impacts Patient Care in Hospitals with Christian DameffNov 18, 202527:37Welcome to To the Point Cybersecurity podcast, brought to you by Forcepoint! This week, hosts Rachael Lyon and Jonathan Knepher are joined by Dr. Christian Dameff, the nation's very first Medical Director of Cybersecurity at UC San Diego Health. Dr. Dameff brings a unique perspective to the evolving intersection of healthcare, patient safety, and cybersecurity—combining his experience as an emerge
Navigating AI Policy: Challenges in Privacy, Governance, and Regulation with Shane Tews Part 2Nov 11, 202533:07Welcome back to Forcepoint's "To the Point Cybersecurity Podcast"! In this week's episode, hosts Rachael Lyon and Jonathan Knepher sit down for part two of their compelling conversation with Shane Tews, non-resident senior fellow at the American Enterprise Institute and president of Logan Circle Strategies. Together, they dive into the complex world of digital sovereignty, the evolution of the int
Navigating AI Policy: Challenges in Privacy, Governance, and Regulation with Shane TewsNov 4, 202521:16Welcome to this week's Forcepoint podcast episode, where hosts Rachael Lyon and Jonathan Knepher dive into the ever-evolving landscape of cybersecurity, digital policy, and the intersection of innovation and regulation. Joining them is Shane Tews, non-resident senior fellow at the American Enterprise Institute and president of Logan Circle Strategies. In this episode, Shane shares her insights fro
Coaching the US Cyber Team: Building Cybersecurity Talent, Hands-On Forensics, and Global Competition Insights with Dr. Josh Brunty Part 2Oct 28, 202531:26Welcome back to another episode of Forcepoint's "To The Point Cybersecurity Podcast." This week, hosts Rachael Lyon and Jonathan Knepher continue their conversation with Dr. Josh Brunty, professor of Cyber Forensics and Cybersecurity at Marshall University and head coach of the U.S. Cyber Team for the U.S. Cyber Games. In part two of this insightful series, Josh shares his expert perspective on th
Bridging Academia and Industry: Josh Brunty's Approach to Cybersecurity Training and RecruitmentOct 21, 202528:10Welcome to this week's episode of Forcepoint's "To the Point Cybersecurity Podcast." Hosts Rachael Lyon and Jonathan Knepher are joined by Dr. Josh Brunty, Professor of Cyber Forensics and Cybersecurity at Marshall University and the head coach of the U.S. Cyber Team for the U.S. Cyber Games. Together, they dive into the latest trends in cybersecurity education, the evolving demands of the cyber w
Evolving Past Whack-a-Mole: Building Resilient Security Strategies for Modern Supply Chain Threats with Chris HurstOct 14, 202544:26On this episode of To the Point Cybersecurity, hosts Rachael Lyon and Jonathan Knepher are joined by Chris Hurst, CTO and Co - Founder of Blackwired, to unpack the rapidly evolving landscape of supply chain attacks, credential theft, and the future of cyber defense strategies. Drawing from his extensive experience in military-grade intelligence and security leadership—including developing key fram
How AI and Third Party Risk Are Transforming Healthcare Cybersecurity with Ed Gaudet Part 2Oct 7, 202537:25Welcome back to the To the Point Cybersecurity Podcast! In this week's episode, hosts Rachael Lyon and Jonathan Knepher continue their engaging conversation with Ed Gaudet, CEO and founder of Censinet, as they dive even deeper into the evolving world of risk management in healthcare and beyond. Ed unpacks the complex landscape of AI adoption, from ambient listening in clinical settings to the deli
How AI and Third Party Risk Are Transforming Healthcare Cybersecurity with Ed GaudetSep 30, 202522:01Welcome back to To the Point Cybersecurity Podcast! This week, hosts Rachael Lyon and Jonathan Knepher sit down with Ed Gaudet, CEO and founder of Senseinet, to dive into the rapidly evolving world of third-party risk management—especially in the healthcare sector. Ed brings more than 25 years of software and cybersecurity expertise, and he shares how the healthcare industry has moved from lagging
Breaking Down the Human Side of Advanced Cyber Attacks and Social Engineering with Margaret Cunningham Part 2Sep 23, 202541:36Welcome back to To the Point Cybersecurity! In this episode, hosts Rachael Lyon and Jonathan Knepher continue their fascinating conversation with Dr. Margaret Cunningham, Technical Director of Security and AI Strategy at Darktrace. With a background in applied experimental psychology and deep expertise in human-centered security, Dr. Cunningham dives into the real-world challenges and opportunitie
Breaking Down the Human Side of Advanced Cyber Attacks and Social Engineering with Margaret CunninghamSep 16, 202529:11Welcome back to To the Point Cybersecurity Podcast! In this week's episode, hosts Rachael Lyon and Jonathan Knepher are joined by the brilliant Dr. Margaret Cunningham, Technical Director for Security and AI Strategy at Darktrace. With a PhD in Applied Experimental Psychology and multiple patents to her name, Dr. Cunningham is a leading voice in human-centered security, behavioral analytics, and t
Closing Cybersecurity Blind Spots: Civic Engagement and Policy Innovations with Betsy CooperSep 9, 202548:02On this episode of To the Point Cybersecurity, hosts Jonathan Knepher and Rachael Lyon sit down with Betsy Cooper, founding director of the Aspen Policy Academy and a longtime leader in cybersecurity policy. Betsy brings a wealth of experience from her work at the Aspen Institute, UC Berkeley's Center for Long-Term Cybersecurity, and her time at the Department of Homeland Security. In this insight
Exploring Rowhammer, ECC, and the Future of Secure Data Storage with JB BakerSep 2, 202543:13Welcome to a brand new episode of To The Point Cybersecurity, brought to you by Forcepoint! This week, hosts Rachael Lyon and Jonathan Knepher dive into a side of cybersecurity that doesn't often get the spotlight: the ever-evolving world of memory, storage, and hardware security. They're joined by JB Baker, Vice President of Marketing and Product Management at ScaleFlux—a seasoned expert with mor
Navigating the Maze of AI Governance: Insights on ISO 42001 and New Regulations with Walter HaydockAug 26, 202535:04Welcome back to "Forcepoint: To the Point Cybersecurity." In this episode, hosts Rachael Lyon and Jonathan Knepher are joined by Walter Haydock, founder and CEO of Stackaware. Walter brings a unique perspective from his time in the Marine Corps and Homeland Security, and now leads the charge in AI governance and risk management. Today's conversation dives deep into the maze of AI regulation, focus
The Evolving Cyber Threat Landscape in Healthcare: Insights from Fortified Health Security's Russell Teague Part 2Aug 19, 202528:33Welcome back to To the Point Cybersecurity Podcast, brought to you by Forcepoint! In this week's episode, co-hosts Rachael Lyon and Jonathan Knepher continue their conversation with Russell Teague, CISO at Fortified Health Security and a contributor to the White House National Cybersecurity Healthcare Strategy. With over three decades of experience spanning healthcare, tech, pharma, and finance, R
The Evolving Cyber Threat Landscape in Healthcare: Insights from Fortified Health Security's Russell TeagueAug 12, 202523:54On this episode of To the Point Cybersecurity Podcast, hosts Rachel Lyon and Jonathan Knepher dive deep into the evolving threat landscape in healthcare cybersecurity with special guest Russell Teague, CSO at Fortified Health Security. With over three decades of experience across sectors like healthcare, pharma, and finance—and as a contributor to the White House National Cybersecurity Healthcare
Pen Testing to Red Teaming: Greg Hatcher Explores Cyber Maturity and Defending Against AI AttacksAug 5, 202541:57Welcome back to the "To The Point Cybersecurity" podcast! After a short hiatus, hosts Rachel Lyon and Jonathan Knepher return with an exciting new episode featuring Greg Hatcher, co-founder of White Knight Labs—dubbed the "Ocean's Eleven of cybersecurity." Greg brings a unique perspective from his days in Army Special Forces and his deep expertise in offensive cybersecurity operations. In this epi
Keep People At The Center of it All with Mishi Choudhary Part 2 RerunJul 29, 202534:25Joining the podcast this week is Mishi Choudhary, SVP and General Counsel at Virtru. Mishi shares with us some legal perspective on the privacy discussion including freedom of thought, the right to be forgotten, end-to-end encryption for protecting user data, finding a middle ground between meeting customer privacy demands and complying with legal requirements, getting to a federal privacy regulat
Privacy: Keep People At The Center of it All with Mishi Choudhary RerunJul 22, 202523:37Joining the podcast this week is Mishi Choudhary, SVP and General Counsel at Virtru. Mishi shares with us some legal perspective on the privacy discussion including freedom of thought, the right to be forgotten, end-to-end encryption for protecting user data, finding a middle ground between meeting customer privacy demands and complying with legal requirements, getting to a federal privacy regulat
Anticipation and Preparation The Science Behind Cyber Threat Intelligence with Dmitry Bestuzhev Part 2 rerunJul 15, 202526:01Joining the podcast this week is Dmitry Bestuzhev, senior director of cyber threat intelligence (CTI) at Blackberry. He gives Petko an inside look into the key types of CTI and how the insights can be used to build context and determine response in specific circumstances, such as in the recent case of attempted targets at NATO. Dmitry also turns our attention to the risks posed by public charging
Anticipation and Preparation The Science Behind Cyber Threat Intelligence with Dmitry Bestuzhev (Rerun)Jul 8, 202523:28Joining the podcast this week is Dmitry Bestuzhev, senior director of cyber threat intelligence (CTI) at Blackberry. He gives Petko an inside look into the key types of CTI and how the insights can be used to build context and determine response in specific circumstances, such as in the recent case of attempted targets at NATO. Dmitry also turns our attention to the risks posed by public charging
Cyber Attackers and The Powerful Allure of School Systems with Julia Fallon (Rerun)Jul 1, 202553:28This week we're joined by Julia Fallon, Executive Director of the State Educational Technology Directors Association (SETDA) and she shines a light on the appeal of school systems to cyber attackers. (HINT: it is access to PII to open credit cards, mortgages and more in the name of children that often is only detected many years later.) We also discuss the connection between schools and insurance
Ransomware Evolution: From Business Nuisance to National Security Threat with Megan Stifel (Rerun)Jun 24, 202533:43This week, Audra is joined by Megan Stifel, chief strategy officer for the Institute for Security and Technology, to discuss how ransomware has evolved from a business nuisance to now a threat to national security. Megan also shares how the United States' overall response to ransomware has the potential to impact the types of attacks faced by its organizations and touches on the need for greater t
Next-Gen Threats: Generative AI, Deepfakes, and Automated Cybersecurity Defense with Petko StoyanovJun 17, 202535:39Welcome back to Forcepoint's To the Point Cybersecurity podcast! In this episode, co-host Jonathan Knepher sits down with Petko Stoyanov—cybersecurity expert and former Forcepoint host—for a thought-provoking discussion about the evolving landscape of AI in cybersecurity. Together, they unpack the shifting trends seen at this year's RSA conference, exploring how artificial intelligence is moving f
Inside Fintech Security: Erika Dean on Tackling AI Threats and Third-Party Risks Part 2Jun 10, 202525:52Welcome back to To the Point Cybersecurity Podcast! In this week's episode, hosts Rachael Lyon and Jonathan Knepher continue their fascinating conversation with Erika Dean, Chief Security Officer at Robinhood. Erika brings over 20 years of experience in cybersecurity, including an impressive tenure at Capital One, where she held multiple cyber leadership roles. In this second part of their discuss
Inside Fintech Security: Erika Dean on Tackling AI Threats and Third-Party RisksJun 3, 202527:31Welcome to another episode of the To the Point Cybersecurity podcast, brought to you by Forcepoint. This week, hosts Rachel Lyon and Jonathan Knepper sit down with Erika Dean, Chief Security Officer at Robinhood, to dive deep into the evolving landscape of cybersecurity threats facing the fintech industry. With over two decades of experience—including leadership roles at Capital One—Erika sheds li
From Battlefield to Boardroom: Ricoh Danielson's Lessons on Cyber Warfare and Digital ForensicsMay 27, 202543:31Welcome back to To the Point Cybersecurity, where hosts Rachael Lyon and Jonathan Knepher take you inside the ever-evolving world of cyber threats, digital defense, and the impact of technology on our daily lives. In this episode, they sit down with Ricoh Danielson—national security expert, digital forensics pro, and US Army combat veteran of Iraq and Afghanistan—to unpack the intersections of cyb
Balancing Policy, Technology, and Security: Expert Advice from Former Deputy Federal CIO Maria Roat Part 2May 20, 202523:59Welcome back to the "To the Point" cybersecurity podcast! In this episode, hosts Rachael Lyon and Jonathan Knepher continue their enlightening conversation with Maria Roat, former US Deputy Federal Chief Information Officer and Small Business Administration CIO. Maria brings her wealth of experience from both government and private sectors to the table, sharing practical advice for aspiring cybers
Balancing Policy, Technology, and Security: Expert Advice from Former Deputy Federal CIO Maria RoatMay 13, 202533:19Welcome back to To the Point Cybersecurity Podcast, brought to you by Forcepoint! In this week's episode, hosts Rachael Lyon and Jonathan Knepher are joined—once again—by the remarkable Maria Roat, former US Deputy Federal Chief Information Officer and past CIO of the Small Business Administration. With over three decades of federal IT and cybersecurity leadership experience, Maria shares an insid
From Cyber to Physical: Tackling Modern Hybrid Threats with John Cohen Part 2May 6, 202536:10Welcome back to another episode of To the Point Cybersecurity, where hosts Rachael Lyon and Jonathan Knepher dig into the evolving world of cyber threats, national security, and the intersection of technology and society. In this episode, we continue our conversation with John Cohen, Executive Director of the Program for Countering Hybrid Threats at the Center for Internet Security. John shares re
From Cyber to Physical: Tackling Modern Hybrid Threats with John CohenApr 29, 202533:53Welcome to a brand new episode of To the Point Cybersecurity! This week, hosts Rachael Lyon and Jonathan Knepher are joined by John Cohen, Executive Director of the Program for Countering Hybrid Threats at the Center for Internet Security. With more than forty years of experience in law enforcement, counterintelligence, and homeland security, John brings a wealth of insights into the ever-evolving
Preparing for Quantum Computing: Future-Proofing Cybersecurity with Bill AndersonApr 22, 202537:46Welcome back to the To the Point cybersecurity podcast! In this episode, co-hosts Rachael Lyon and Jonathan Knepher are joined once again by Dr. Bill Anderson, Principal Product Manager at Mattermost and founder of Oculus, for a deep dive into some of the most pressing cybersecurity topics of today. Bill draws on his background in cryptography and experience with the defense and intelligence commu
Bridging the Skills Gap: Effective Cybersecurity Leadership and Collaboration with Bill AndersonApr 15, 202523:09In this episode of the "To the Point Cybersecurity" podcast, hosted by Jonathan Knepher and Rachael Lyon, we delve into the intricate world of cybersecurity with Dr. Bill Anderson, the Principal Product Manager at Mattermost. With a focus on AI, quantum cryptography, and secure communications, Bill brings a wealth of experience from his time in the defense and intelligence communities. Throughout
Cyber Experience Matters: Tackling Industry Challenges with Saaim Khan Part 2Apr 8, 202532:54In this exciting episode of "Forcepoint's To the Point Cybersecurity Podcast," hosted by Rachael Lyon and co-hosted by Jonathan Knepher, we dive back into conversation with Saaim Khan, founder, and principal adviser at Cyber Matters. Known for redefining the cyber consulting landscape with an "unconsults" approach, Saaim shares engaging stories and insights on the evolving cybersecurity industry.
Cyber Experience Matters: Tackling Industry Challenges with Saaim KhanApr 1, 202532:45Welcome back to the Forcepoint podcast, where we bring you the latest in global cybersecurity. Today, we're diving into part one of our two-part series with Saaim Khan, founder and principal advisor at Cyber Matters. Saaim is redefining cyber consulting with an "unconsult" approach. In this episode, hosts Rachael Lyon and Jonathan Knepper engage Saaim in a conversation about the apparent cybersecu
Understanding Behavioral Biometrics with Zighra's Founder Deepak DuttMar 25, 202545:57Welcome to another episode of "To the Point Cybersecurity," brought to you by Forcepoint. This week, hosts Rachael Lyon and Jonathan Knepper are joined by Deepak Dutt, the founder and CEO of Zighra. With over a decade of experience in behavioral biometrics, Deepak provides fascinating insights into the intersection of artificial intelligence, sensor technology, and cybersecurity. In this episode,
Michele Rigby Assad on Cybersecurity: Tackling Modern Threats and Information Security Part 2Mar 18, 202519:15Welcome back to the To the Point cybersecurity podcast, presented by Forcepoint! In this episode, hosts Rachael Lyon and Jonathan Knepper continue their engaging conversation with Michele Rigby Assad, a former CIA intelligence officer and renowned author of "Breaking Cover" and "Get Off the X." Join us as Michele shares her unique insights into the global threat landscape and the security challeng
Michele Rigby Assad on Cybersecurity: Tackling Modern Threats and Information SecurityMar 11, 202531:26In this episode of the "To the Point cybersecurity podcast," hosts Rachael Lyon and Jonathan Knepper dive into a compelling conversation with Michele Rigby Assad, a former CIA intelligence officer with vast experience in The Middle East. Michele shares insights from her latest book, "Get Off the X," which explores the importance of getting out of one's comfort zone and reassessing effectiveness in
Unmasking Cybercrime: Trevor Hilligoss on Tackling Infostealers and Ransomware, Part IIMar 4, 202525:39Welcome to Part 2 of this To the Point cybersecurity podcast episode, brought to you by Forcepoint. This week, hosts Rachael Lyon and Jonathan Knepper continue their conversation with Trevor Hilligoss, Senior Vice President at SpyCloud Labs. In this episode, Trevor provides an in-depth look at the rising use of infostealers, the changing tactics of cybersecurity adversaries, and how cybercrime ena
Unmasking Cybercrime: Trevor Hilligoss on Tackling Infostealers and Ransomware, Part IFeb 25, 202534:58Welcome to another thrilling episode of the To the Point cybersecurity podcast brought to you by Forcepoint. This week, hosts Rachael Lyon and Jonathan Knepper dive deep into the world of cybercrime with Trevor Hilligoss, the Senior Vice President at SpyCloud Labs. Trevor brings his expertise to the table, sharing insights into the intricate workings of the criminal underground, from the rise of i
The Role of Adversary Emulation in Modern Cyber Defense Strategies with Steve KainFeb 18, 202547:27Welcome to another engaging episode of the "To the Point Cybersecurity" podcast, brought to you by Forcepoint. This week, hosts Rachael Lyon and Jonathan Knepher delve into the intersection of sports and cybersecurity with a fascinating guest, Steve Kain, an adversary emulation manager with the Maryland Department of IT. With a background spanning both offensive and defensive security roles across
Navigating IT and OT Integration Challenges with Richard RobinsonFeb 11, 202547:36In this episode of the To the Point cybersecurity podcast, hosts Jonathan Knepher and Rachael Lyon dive into the complex world of IT and OT network integration with Richard Robinson, CEO of Cynalytica. Richard shares his expertise on the critical differences between IT and OT networks, highlighting their unique security priorities and life cycles. He provides insights into the challenges organizat
The Cloud, is it Really Secure? RerunFeb 4, 202530:05Trish Cagliostro, Head of Business Development for security - Worldwide Public Sector for Security Services at Amazon Web Services (AWS) explains Cloud security, how Threat Intelligence factors in and her Cloud wish for the future. For links and resources discussed in this episode, please visit our show notes at https://www.forcepoint.com/govpodcast/e318
Bitcoin is Here to Stay (and it Would Like to Stop Being Blamed for Ransomware, Please) With Jeff Roberts RerunJan 28, 202545:04Dive into the world of cryptocurrency with this week's guest Jeff Roberts, executive editor at Decrypt and author of the book "Kings of Crypto: One Start-Up's Quest to Take Cryptocurrency Out of Silicon Valley and On To Wall Street". For those that are wondering, Jeff shares that cryptocurrency today is definitely mainstream and while it is still a speculative investment - with big banks getting i
Security Is A Team Sport With Leonard Bailey RerunJan 21, 202543:00This week Leonard Bailey, Head of Computer Crime and Intellectual Property Section's (CCIPS) Cybersecurity Unit for the Department of Justice (DOJ), Criminal Division, joins us this week. We dive into the role of the DOJ in addressing the vast and ever-changing landscape of cybersecurity. Bailey shares insights on partnering with federal agencies as well as the private sector, navigating informati
Tales of Frogs, Scorpions and AI/ML with Tony Dahbura RerunJan 14, 202546:55This week joining the podcast is Anton (Tony) Dahbura, executive director of the Johns Hopkins University Information Security Institute and co-director of the Johns Hopkins Institute of Assured Autonomy. We deep dive into the realm of AI/ML technology and the exponential applications for it across every aspect of our lives. And the criticality of building trust, implications of bias, the realitie
Innovation, Convenience, Entertainment and Predicting Privacy with Jill Aitoro Part II RerunJan 7, 202526:49We're back with part-two of our discussion with Jill Aitoro, SVP for Content Strategy at CyberRisk Alliance where we pick the conversation up on privacy today and efforts by big tech and government to protect sensitive information. We also dive into the slippery slope of consumer apps and health information used for convenience and, for some, entertainment and the realization of how that informati
Poking the Bear and a Cyber War Playbook with Jill Aitoro RerunDec 31, 202429:16Jill Aitoro, SVP for Content Strategy at CyberRisk Alliance joins the podcast this week for a hot topics discussion across recent developments in the ongoing cyber war involving Ukraine, Russia and a supporting cast of many public and private entities including NATO, Microsoft, Lithuania and others. We also dive into recent exploits by China with social media microtargeting campaigns against rare
E313 - Spotlight On The Center for Internet Security with Curtis Dukes RerunDec 24, 202443:39Curt Dukes, Executive Vice President and General Manager for Security Best Practices at the Center for Internet Security (CIS) joins the podcast this week. He shares insights from his more than 30 years with the NSA and how that journey led to the CIS and the synergies between the two organizations in providing cyber resources and fostering threat intelligence information sharing. And for those no
What, Me Worry? When Ransomware Gangs Issue News Releases…(Rerun)Dec 17, 202459:27Welcome to our first SPECIAL EPISODE where we cover breaking news as it happens. Today we catch up with Joe Uchill, senior reporter at SC Media, to discuss the Colonial Pipeline ransomware attack making headlines this week and why we continue to see escalating attacks in frequency, ransom demands and high value targets such as critical infrastructure. Joe shares insights from his many years report
Ethical Hacking Insights: Uncovering Vulnerabilities and Strengthening Security with Gemma Moore Part 2Dec 10, 202426:59This week, Rachael Lyon and Vince Spina continue their riveting conversation with Gemma Moore, a renowned expert in pen testing and red teaming and cofounder of Cyberus, a leading cyber consultancy. In this second part of their discussion, Gemma delves deep into the evolving landscape of cybersecurity, touching on the complexities introduced by cloud services, the intricacies of red teaming, and t
Ethical Hacking Insights: Uncovering Vulnerabilities and Strengthening Security with Gemma MooreDec 7, 202430:06Welcome back to another episode of Forcepoint! In this week's episode, hosts Rachael Lyon and Vince Spina dive deep into the intriguing and often underestimated world of cybersecurity with special guest Gemma Moore, co-founder of Cybers, a renowned cybersecurity consultancy. We'll kick things off with Vince's alarming personal story about a scam call that mimicked his wallet company, shedding ligh
AI in Defense: Balancing Innovation with Ethical and Regulatory Concerns with David DiMolfettaAI in Defense: Balancing Innovation with Ethical and Regulatory Concerns with David DiMolfettaNov 26, 202453:48In this episode, hosts Rachael Lyon and Vince Spina delve into the dynamic and evolving landscape of global cybersecurity with their guest, David DiMolfetta, a seasoned cybersecurity reporter at Nextgov FCW and former researcher for The Washington Post's Tech 202. Together, they unpack the latest National Cybersecurity memo on integrating AI into military and intelligence operations, exploring AI'