Bill Murphy's Redzone Podcast | World Class It Security

Tune into this episode with guest Cyrus Sigari, the bear-riding, self-proclaimed chief airplane nut and Co-Founder of jetAVIA. Cyrus's thousands of hours of aviating experience that span over the course of 30 years, position him as an aviation expert. Listen in as we talk about how the future of drones and air mobility will transform our lives and actually better humanity.

High performance starts in the kitchen.  Our bodies thrive better on simple ingredients. Keeping what we put in our bodies simplified, helps us live our healthiest lives. Or as Brian Vetter, Chief Growth Officer and founder of Tessemae's put it  "Our mission is to simplify food and amplify life." On this episode, we explore how to optimize performance with fitness and nutrition.  Tune in for this chat with Ryan Morrissey, Coach, and Owner of Peak Custom Solutions, and Brian Vetter, Chief Growth Officer and founder of Tessemae.

In today’s episode, I’m joined by the ultimate master of networking and Vice President of Global Solutions at Precipart, Robert Field.  All the resources for this episode. Join us as we discuss the importance of surrounding yourself with a team that encourages professional growth. Hint: make sure people around you are smarter than you. We also explore the value of networking and how it can transform your potential within your organization.    Robert’s insight, perspective, and years of masterful networking have cultivated for him a rich a fulfilling career. Join us as we share leadership experiences and business leader tips on how to get the most out of your career path.  Do have a mentor? Do you surround yourself with a team that challenges you? Learn how to develop this level of excellence by listening in!  

In this episode, I’m excited to dive into the latest Virtual Reality (VR) and Augmented Reality (AR) development to help you understand how these immersive technologies can add value to your organization through the gamification of your sales funnels.  Get all the resources for this episode: http://www.redzonetech.net/blog/why-immersive-vr-technology-is-a-huge-opportunity-with-holographic-architect-michael-potts Although VR fell flat in the 90s and 00s after building major hype, this time is different. Now, I’m confident that VR has crossed the threshold from just being a ‘cool gadget’ to being an avenue for innovation that CIOs can tap into to take their business to the next level in the future.  I’m joined by Michael Potts, a Holographic Architect and CEO of M2 Studio. Michael is a multi-faceted designer with a degree in Architecture with an emphasis in Advanced Visualization Technology.  During Michael’s 21 years of experience, he has worked on over 3000 projects on 5 Continents where his work has been

On this episode, I approach the fascinating topic of how IT leaders can successfully create business value by incorporating joy into the tech world. Get all the resources for this episode at: http://www.redzonetech.net/blog/how-great-leaders-elevate-energy-eliminate-fear-with-ceo-richard-sheridan  I’m speaking with the CEO and Chief Storyteller at Menlo Innovations, Richard Sheridan. Richard is also the author of two best-selling books: Joy, Inc., winner of the 2018 Nautilus Book Award Winner for Business and Leadership, and Chief Joy Officer. Listen to the full podcast interview to learn how integrating joy into your company culture can shift how you judge performance and focus your attention on developing independent leadership capacity in your organization. Business leaders can also learn how: How IT leaders can circulate joy amongst their teams to produce optimal results. [10:00 -13:10] How developing a culture focused on the business value of joy is best for innovation to prosper. [26:30 -29:30] The le

Leaders are always looking for ways to gain a competitive edge over their competitors.  Some leaders choose to follow in the footsteps of the theoretical philosophies that successful leaders have put into motion. These theoretical philosophies, as many leaders have learned, can be hit-or-miss. Learn why following the practical philosophy of stoicism can help IT leaders frame their minds in a positive direction, thereby improving decision-making and reasoning skills quickly.  Featuring Dr. Massimo Pigliucci - Expert on Stoicism, Evolutionary Biology, and Practical Philosophy  In this podcast, I’m joined by the expert on stoicism, Dr. Massimo Pigliucci, to learn how we can all build a practical roadmap to a happy life. Dr. Pigliucci is a Professor of Philosophy at City College of New York. He holds a Ph.D. in Evolutionary Biology from the University of Connecticut and a Ph.D. in Philosophy from the University of Tennessee. He is also the author and editor of 13 books, including his latest book, “A Field Guide t

On this episode, we dive headfirst into how digital companies can maximize their network value and data value to supplement traditional product value. Get all the resources for this episode at:RedZone Podcast Show Notes I’m speaking with author and professor at Harvard Business School (HBS), Marco Iansiti. Marco is an expert at developing firm-level strategies using AI and other disruptive technologies while being a top advisor for top tech firms such as Facebook, Amazon, Microsoft, Intel, and more. In this podcast, Marco discussed the finer points of Competing in the Age of AI. Takeaways: Digital companies can maximize their network value and data value to supplement their traditional product value. (4:00 -7:05) CIOs can manage the future of work across an AI-centric ecosystem without being replaced by AI. (16:25 -18:45) Using a top-down, thoughtful leadership structure allows CIOs to deploy AI and transform their security architecture. (31:25 -35:20) Featuring: Marco Iansiti, Author and Professor at Harvard

On this episode, you will gain valuable insight into the future cyber ecosystem and what the potential existence of AGI (Super Intelligent AI) could affect how we work in the future.  I’m speaking with Professional Speaker, Author of Artificial Intelligence Safety and Security, and current Associate Professor at the University of Louisville, Dr. Roman Yampolskiy. Dr. Yampolskiy is known globally for his work on behavioral biometrics, security of cyberworlds, and artificial intelligence safety.   Dr. Yampolskiy’s knack for seeing the real-world, practical opportunities that AI and Superintelligence can provide the modern world is captivating to hear.  Hear what Dr. Yampolskiy has to say about the possible convergence of AI towards AGI on the physical world within your lifetime, whether putting AI safety guardrails around superintelligence is advisable, and which industries will be completely changed by AI in the not-so-distant future.   Featuring:  Dr. Roman Yampolskiy, Associate Professor at the Uni

Listen as Beth and I discuss the key points to thriving after the rewarding experience of higher education and how you can start thinking about human talent differently to help your career and company become more productive and successful in the future.    I’m speaking with SVP & Global CIO of Sirius Group, Beth Boucher today. Beth Boucher is the SVP & Global CIO of Sirius Group, part of the NY CIO Governing Body Leadership Team, and a recent Global category winner at the 2020 New York ORBIE Awards. She funded her own education by painting houses, cleaning banks, working restaurants and even working with submarines.     Featuring:  Beth Boucher, SVP & Global CIO of Sirius Group    Resources:  Show notes and resources for today's episode: https://www.redzonetech.net/blog/successfully-integrate-intentional-learning-in-your-busy-day-with-beth-boucher  IT Security: https://www.redzonetech.net Learn more about the guest: https://www.linkedin.com/in/beth-boucher  Connect with Bill on LinkedIn: h

On this episode, we dive headfirst into the Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP) Threat and Safeguard Matrix [TaSM].   I’m speaking with the current CISO at Caterpillar Financial, Ross Young, about the OWASP “Tasmanian Devil” Threat and Safeguard Matrix [TaSM] that he created. Ross has worn many hats during his career, spending 10+ years in the CIA, holding security roles at The Federal Reserve and NSA, and stepping into the role of being a Divisional CISO at Capital One.   Listen as Ross and I discuss the OWASP TaSM (like the Tasmanian Devil) and how it can be of great importance to CIOs and CISOs who are looking to focus on the biggest threats and risks to their company. Learn how integrating TaSM into your defense plan can help your organization quickly respond to malware and ransomware and deploy a Business Continuity Plan (BCP) and Disaster Recovery (DR) test to restore your backups and gain resiliency from cyber threats in the future.    Featuring:  Ross Young, CISO at Caterpillar Financi

What is your company’s vision? It’s a simple question, yet still, one that many entrepreneurs are unable to effectively answer this question in a cohesive manner when asked. Although the answer to this question will be unique to every leader, the premise behind the answer is that it must be written in ink. Oleg was given the nickname of “the da Vinci of Visionary Leadership" due to his ability to create and execute a compelling vision for businesses while also identifying a manager's strategic needs in corporate culture and leadership. Oleg’s wisdom transcends industries and experience levels, capturing my attention and leaving me on the edge of my seat waiting for the next great sound bite. I’ve spoken with Oleg once before and have been clamoring to get him back on my podcast after hearing many of his incredible stories of perseverance and determination which continue to reverberate through my life to this day.

I just had this excellent interview with Brett Johnson, a keynote speaker, and consultant on cybersecurity, Cybercrime, and identity theft. His knowledge of these topics is unique because it didn't come from any book or in any classroom. Brett's experience is from the criminal side of things. At one point, the United States' Most Wanted criminal, he was given the moniker of The Original Internet Godfather by the United States Secret Service. Brett was responsible for defining modern financial Cybercrime as we know it today. He created the precursor to today's Darknet markets called ShadowCrew. In the early 2000s, through ShadowCrew, He assembled a watering hole for cybercriminals to network, share information, gang up, and execute attacks on entities worldwide. He lived a life of crime for decades. Credit card fraud, identity fraud, tax fraud, social engineering attacks- you name it; Brett Johnson did it. His criminal lifestyle eventually caught up to him as he was captured and convicted of 39 felonies, sent

In Episode #208, I talk with Mark Sangster. Mark is the VP & Industry Security Strategist at eSentire Inc., an award-winning speaker, and the author of the new book, “No Safe Harbor: The Inside Truth About Cybercrime―and How To Protect Your Business.”   As a CIO and Business IT Leader here are some wins you will get by listening: How remote work and employees bringing their office home have created new hurdles for IT leaders to deal with. (18:30) The root causes of cyberattacks and how bad actors are able to carry out such attacks as ransomware. (7:00) Why cybersecurity is not just an IT problem to fix and why it’s a business risk to manage. (4:00) Why enterprises should create a risk registry to rank the risks they face. (21:00) Why compliance is not the same as security or privacy. (33:00) Why some companies are ill-prepared for cyberattacks and the importance of having measures in place to protect your data. (12:00) Why complacency and a “set it and forget it” mentality are dangerous things for a comp

In Episode #207, I talk with Bill Jensen. Bill is the CEO of the management consulting firm, The Jensen Group, and is a world-renowned thought leader who has been given the nickname, Mr. Simplicity. As a CIO and Business IT Leader here are some wins you will get by listening: -You need two kinds of mentors- one that makes you feel comfortable, and one that pushes you to get outside of your comfort zone. (27:30) -Storytelling is the most impactful way to simplify an idea. (7:30) -The most important asset that everyone has right now is their time and attention. (8:00) -The way you focus on time is to respect the fact that everyone only gets 1,440 minutes in one day. (9:30) -Only 9.8% of people surveyed said they can achieve their dreams where they currently work. (21:30) -The two components of simplicity are empathy and storytelling. (7:00) -We can teach anybody anything. We can give anybody any problem if we give it to them at their level, not ours. (4:30) -Three years from now, you will have a lifetime worth

Akshay Bhargava is the Chief Product Officer at Malwarebytes. Malwarebytes is described as the leading advanced malware prevention and remediation solutions provider. In this role, he leads product organization, guides all Research and Development activities, and drives the company's technology vision/product road map. He previously served as Vice President for Oracle's Cloud Business Group, as a product executive at FireEye, and as a management consultant at McKinsey & Co. Akshay is a board adviser to several tech startups and was named one of The Software Report's Top 25 Software Product Executives of 2020. A proven thought leader, Akshay writes for Forbes Technology Council and is a frequent speaker at industry events. He holds a B.S. in Computer Science from Carnegie Mellon University and an MBA from MIT Sloan. Some of the takeaways you will get from listening to this interview with Akshay are how to apply a purpose-built framework to product innovation. Akshay is using this for security innovation

Today, my guest is Roger Grimes.  Roger's expertise in the field of computer security is unparalleled. He describes himself as the best in the world when it comes to computer security defense- and he has the credentials to back up this assertion. He works with Kevin Mitnick who he calls the best Offensive Security guy in the world, but he calls himself the best when it comes to Defense. As all of you know by now I love Offense and Defense Innovation so this interview falls squarely into the category of Defense Innovation for sure. With more than 40 computer certifications and twelve books authored or (Co-authored) on computer security, Roger has spent over three decades imparting his knowledge to audiences worldwide. His current title is Data-Driven Defense Evangelist at KnowBe4. He is the author of the new book, Hacking Multifactor Authentication. Roger is a 33-year senior computer security architect and cybersecurity veteran specializing in general computer security, identity management, PKI, Windows c

Sarah Angel-Johnson is the CIO at Year Up when this was recorded. She is now the CIO of Save The Children. She was named a 2020 Boston CIO ORBIE Award winner for Non-profit CIO of the Year. She has 20+ years of proven results in being a change agent at scale, starting with coding IBM's first e-commerce website to digitizing the $860 million Girl Scout Cookie Program for 2.1 million girls and adults. She has led global organizations of 150 managers and employees, provided direction to 25,000 matrix team members, managed 7 global labs, and drove $1.7 billion in revenue. Sarah has excelled when thrown into new situations and asked to lead change within an organization. She realized early on in her career that she could step in and meld different people, processes, and content together in a way that most leaders couldn't. As a leader, the question of how do I bring people together is an important one. Sarah and I answer this question, share stories, and discuss qualities that are important for a leader to have

My guest today is David Linthicum. David Linthicum is the Chief Cloud Strategy Officer at Deloitte Consulting and has been named the #1 Cloud Influencer via a major report by Apollo Research. David is a Cloud Computing Thought Leader, executive, consultant, author, and speaker, who has been a CTO five times for both public and private companies, and a CEO twice in the last 25 years. Few individuals are true giants of cloud computing, but David's achievements, reputation, and stellar leadership have earned him a lofty position within the industry. It's not just that he is a top thought leader in the cloud computing universe, but he is often the visionary that the wider media invites to offer its readers, listeners, and viewers a peek inside the technology that is reshaping businesses every day. More specifically, David is a Gigaom research analyst on cloud computing and enterprise applications and writes prolifically for InfoWorld as a cloud computing blogger. He is also a contributor to, IEEE Cloud Computing,

As leaders in today's unprecedented time of disruption, we are being forced to make critical decisions based on fear and the unknown. My guest today, Dave McKeown, is here to teach us how, you, as leaders can achieve your compelling vision. How you can strengthen communication and accountability plans even while facing evolving conditions in an environment where you have little control. Dave is the Founder and CEO of Outfield Leadership, and author of the new book, The Self-Evolved Leader: Elevate Your Focus and Develop Your People in a World That Refuses to Slow Down. In this podcast episode, Dave and I share insights on disruption and how leaders can focus on the short-term, high-impact goals to achieve long term vision. Disruption has a way of bringing things into complete focus because we need to get things done with the fewest amount of resources. Organizations and leaders must ask the right questions, take a step back and look at what things they can to maintain alignment with revenue while adding