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• Episode 342 Deep Dive: Daniel Churches | The Impact of Personal Liability in Cybersecurity and Security Professionals

  In this episode, we sit down with Daniel Churches, Director in Sydney at ColorTokens, as he explores the sweeping impact of new Australian legislation imposing personal liability on company directors for cybersecurity breaches. Daniel breaks down the shifting landscape for CISOs and senior security leaders, the end of self-regulation, and how shared risk at the board and executive levels is altering market behaviour. He discusses the challenges around resource constraints in security teams, the crucial role of business continuity planning, and the importance of articulating measurable value to organisational leadership. We also examine how the legislation is driving changes in funding priorities, motivating cross-functional engagement, and preparing organisations to better withstand breaches in an evolving threat environment. Daniel shares his optimism about the future, emphasising both the increased pressure and potential for positive, industry-wide change. Dan is an Australian and Asia Pacific Sales Leader with over 25 years’ IT experience in Hardware and Software Solutions and Services, Business Development, GTM planning and implementation, Large Complex Negotiations and Executive Relationships. He has worked for IBM, NTT Global and Verizon Enterprise Solutions driving business and building teams in Hardware, Software, Professional Services, Managed Services, Hybrid Cloud, PaaS, SaaS, Data Analytics, Security and Digital Transformation solution sales. As a Sales Director with ColorTokens, Dan is driving market penetration, brand development, partner engagement and client services and support. He is responsible for industry and buyer alignment and understanding of the ColorTokens “Breach Ready” messaging focusing on halting the spread of ransomware and malware attacks across IT/OT, IoT and Legacy environments providing customers a viable Cyber Resilience ‘Uptime’ compliance capability they can report to market.

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• Episode 341 Deep Dive: Anshuman Sharma | A Critical Infrastructure Approach to Cyber Security

  Anshuman Sharma is the Director of Verizon Threat Research Advisory Centre (VTRAC), Cybersecurity Consulting Services at Verizon Business. Anshuman has more than 17 years’ experience as a well-rounded and seasoned Cyber Security Professional. VTRAC is a specialized division within Verizon’s Cyber Security Consulting organisation, helping customers regain control and mitigate cyber threats from their networks, applications and devices. VTRAC team members are located across the globe, bringing together professionals with military, law enforcement and IT expertise who are well-versed in criminal and civil investigative requirements.  The organisation is a globally-approved PCI Forensic Investigator (PFI). As a regional leader for the investigative response team and a global capability lead for VTRAC, Anshuman is responsible for business portfolio management for professional services, especially focused on digital forensics, incident response, and threat intelligence in the APJ region while working for several top global enterprises and government organisations.

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• Episode 340 Deep Dive: Paul Davis | JFrog’s First Step Towards AppTrust and DevGovOps

  In this episode, we sit down with Paul Davis, Field CISO at JFrog, as he explores JFrog’s approach to building trust in software development pipelines and the evolution towards DevGovOps. Paul shares his perspective on elevating trust from the granular level of software releases to the broader application layer, emphasising the need for consistent, automated, and reliable methodologies in development. He discusses the critical role of automation in balancing speed and security, tackling tool sprawl, and mitigating risks posed by open source dependencies. The conversation touches on the realities of legacy tech debt, the challenges of integrating and consolidating security tooling, and the importance of having a single source of truth. Paul is an experienced IT Security Executive who, as Field CISO at JFrog, works to help CISOs, IT execs and security teams, enhance protection of their software supply chain. Additionally, he advises IT security startups, mentors security leaders, and provides guidance on various IT security trends.

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• Episode 339 Deep Dive: M.K. Palmore | Leading Through Uncertainty: Security, Safety, and Cyber Awareness in a Time of Crisis

  In this episode, we sit down with M.K. Palmore, Chief Executive Officer at Apogee Global RMS, as he explores strategies for leading through uncertainty with a focus on security, safety, and cyber awareness in times of crisis. M.K. emphasises the critical importance of practicing security response scenarios, noting that organisations truly respond better in real-world incidents when they’ve regularly rehearsed decision-making with their teams. He discusses the value of people-centric leadership, the need for strong relationships with both internal stakeholders and external partners, and the dangers of letting practice fall to the bottom of the priority list. As security concerns grow globally—particularly for government officials and public leaders—M.K. reflects on the heightened threat landscape, the impact of political divisiveness, and the role of leadership in lowering tensions. He concludes by highlighting the enduring need for leaders to maintain humanity and remain diligent, ensuring decisions are always made with people at the centre. M.K. Palmore is an award-winning cybersecurity executive, military veteran, public speaker, and leadership advisor with more than 30 years of combined public- and private-sector experience. He is the Founder and CEO of Apogee Global RMS, a veteran-owned enterprise risk management advisory firm delivering solutions across cyber and physical risk landscapes. Through Apogee, he also leads the Apogee Speakers Bureau, a premier platform showcasing more than 40 diverse experts at the intersection of technology, leadership, and security. Palmore’s distinguished career includes service as a commissioned officer in the U.S. Marine Corps, leadership as head of the Cyber Security Branch at the FBI’s San Francisco Field Office, and senior executive roles in the private sector, including VP/Field CSO at Palo Alto Networks and Director in Google Cloud’s Office of the CISO. A graduate of the U.S. Naval Academy, Palmore also holds an MBA from Pepperdine University. His expertise spans cybersecurity strategy, executive risk management, leadership, digital transformation, cloud security, and national security. He is widely sought after as a keynote speaker and advisor to boards and senior executives navigating today’s complex threat landscape. Through Apogee Global RMS and its Speakers Bureau, Palmore is advancing his mission to amplify diverse voices and perspectives shaping the future of technology, leadership, and security.

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• Episode 338 Deep Dive: Eric Stride | Securing the Aviation Industry in the Modern Age

  In this episode, we sit down with Eric Stride, Chief Security Officer at Huntress, to discuss the escalating cybersecurity challenges facing the aviation industry. Eric highlights the alarming 600% year-over-year surge in cyberattacks targeting the sector, emphasising how attackers are exploiting the interconnected and fragile aviation supply chain—most notably seen in recent incidents like the ransomware strike on Collins Aerospace. He explores the growing risk posed by both IT and OT system convergence, the shift in regulation tying cybersecurity readiness directly to airworthiness, and the increasing adoption of robust frameworks to mitigate operational disruptions and data breaches. Eric also highlights the critical need for holistic supply chain security, the importance of regulatory enforcement, and a cultural shift in the industry toward prioritising safety and cyber resilience to restore public trust in air travel. Eric Stride is the Chief Security Officer at Huntress, where he oversees the company’s 24/7 Global Security Operations Center, Detection Engineering, Adversary Tactics, IT Operations, and Internal Security. A 20+ year cybersecurity leader, Eric has held senior roles spanning the U.S. Air Force, NSA, and private sector.  During his 12 years on active duty, Eric helped architect the Air Force’s first cyber combat mission team, co-authored its first offensive cyber operations manual, and rose to Deputy Chief for Cyber Operations at NSA Georgia. He continues to serve as a Colonel in the Air Force Reserve, where he established its first cyber range squadron.  In the private sector, Eric co-founded Atlas Cybersecurity, advised defense and enterprise clients as an independent consultant, and led Deloitte’s Advanced Cyber Training portfolio, generating $135M+ in new business. He holds an M.S. in Information Technology Management, a B.S. in Computer Science, and multiple cybersecurity certifications (CISSP, GCIH, CEH). 

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