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Compromising Positions - A Cyber Security Podcast

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  • Dive into “Compromising Positions”, the unique, new podcast designed to iron out the wrinkles in the relationship between cybersecurity teams and other tech professionals.

    We’re taking the ‘security as a blocker’ stereotype head-on, promoting a shared language and mutual understanding. We’ll turn those ‘compromising positions’ into ‘compromising solutions’, helping security pros and tech teams collaborate more effectively for a smoother, safer digital journey.

    Every week we will be joined by Developers, User Researchers, Designers, Product Owners, Data Scientists, Cloud Specialists, Scrum Masters, C-Suite Execs, AI/MI boffins, and many, many more non-security positions!

    This is a podcast aim to get you thinking about security without boring you to death!

    Join our two hosts, Lianne Potter, Cyber Anthropologist and Head of Security Operations at a major retailer and Jeff Watkins, CTO at XDesign for this informal, frank, and at times anarchic look at what people really think about cybersecurity in organisations and what cybersecurity people should ACTUALLY be doing.
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  • EPISODE 27: Ignore all previous instructions: Threat modelling AI Systems

    EPISODE 27: Ignore all previous instructions: Threat modelling AI Systems
    Apr 24 2024
    Welcome to Compromising Positions! The tech podcast that asks non-cybersecurity professionals what we in the industry can do to make their lives easier and help make our organisations more prepared to face ever-changing human-centric cyber threats! Welcome to the grand finale of season two of ‘Compromising Positions’, where we delve into the fascinating world of AI security. In this special episode, your hosts will guide you through the labyrinth of securing AI models, one step at a time.For those who prefer a quick overview, we offer an abridged version on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. This version deep dives into two key topics: Jeff’s unique mnemonic C-PTSD for threat modeling AI systems, and an intriguing discussion on the correlation between boredom, worm-killing, and AI efficiency gains.For those who crave a deeper dive, scroll down or visit our Youtube channel for the extended cut. This version includes everything from the regular version, plus:Jeff’s academic journey in AI at the University of HullLianne’s preparation for a 100 days of Code in Python for her MSc in Data Science and AI at Leeds Trinity UniversityA critical discussion on OpenAI’s transparency and the latest AI wearable technology, along with the complexities of consent and privacy in an ‘always recorded’ lifestyleWhether you choose the regular or extended version, we appreciate your support throughout season two. Stay tuned for more enlightening discussions in season three! Thank you for being a fantastic audience.We hope you enjoyed this episode - See you next time, keep secure, and don’t forget to ask yourself, ‘Am I the compromising position here?’ Keywords: Cybersecurity, AI, Threat Modelling, MSC, Data Science, IOT, Wearables, Data SecuritySHOW NOTESJeff’s article on C-PTSDLianne’s Article The (AI) Revolution will be BORING...And that's Okay!Wearables, Shareables, Unbearable? The IOT and AI Tech Nobody Asked for But Cybersecurity Criminals Love. Future of CybersecurityMSc in Artificial Intelligence - University of HullMSc in Data Science and Artificial Intelligence - Leeds Trinity UniversityPython Crash Course by Eric MatthesCodewarsIn Praise of Boring AI by Ethan MollickSeason Two Playlist - YoutubeVote for us! European Cybersecurity Blogger Awards and The Real Cyber AwardsABOUT LIANNE POTTERAs the Head of SecOps for the largest greenfield technology transformation project in Europe, Lianne is building a leading edge security team from scratch to meet the needs of a modern retail organisation while empowering her team to think innovatively to create new standards in best practices. Lianne has delivered talks across the globe to share her vision for a new type of security function. Drawing upon her expertise as a cyber-anthropologist (through her consultancy, The Anthrosecurist), her practical experience as a security-focused software developer and as a security practitioner; Lianne combines the human and the technical aspects of security to evangelise a cultural security transformation. She is on the advisory board for a community enterprise aimed at encouraging diversity in tech, is a published author, podcast regular and Host of Cybersecurity Podcast Compromising Positions, and won Computing.com’s Security Specialist of the Year for her work on human-centric approaches to security. In 2021 she won two awards for Security Leader of the Year 2021 and Woman of the Year in the Enterprise category and in 2023 she won Cyber Personality of the Year in The Real Cyber Awards. She is doing a Masters in AI and Data Science in 2024.LINKS FOR LIANNELinkedInCompromising Positions PodcastABOUT JEFF WATKINSJeff is Chief Product and Technology Officer for xDesign. He is a lifelong technologist with nearly 25 years’ experience in the industry, first having started coding at age 6. Having worked in the Financial Services, Healthcare and Retail industries, on enterprise and national scale programmes. Over the years he has become increasingly interested in Cybersecurity and AI and how both will shape our future, both technologically and the human impact. Jeff has founded multiple CyberSecurity teams and is currently working on several new pieces around the secure development and deployment of Generative AI based solutions. He is a tech blogger, writer, podcaster and host of Compromising Positions and public speaker, having recently keynote at the Webinale international web conference in Berlin.Jeff has a Masters in Cybersecurity and will be starting his Masters in AI and Data Science in 2024.LINKS FOR JEFFLinkedinCompromising Positions Podcast
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    37 mins
  • EPISODE 26: It’s A Wonderful Hack! Building A High Performance Security Team

    EPISODE 26: It’s A Wonderful Hack! Building A High Performance Security Team
    Apr 17 2024
    Welcome to Compromising Positions! The tech podcast that asks non-cybersecurity professionals what we in the industry can do to make their lives easier and help make our organisations more prepared to face ever-changing human-centric cyber threats! This week we are joined by Dr David Burkus, one of the world’s leading business thinkers and best-selling author of five books on the topic of business and leadership. Dr Burkus has worked with the leadership teams of some internationally known names such as PepsiCo, Adobe and NASA.In this episode, “It’s a Wonderful Hack! Building a high-performance cybersecurity team“, we discuss the three elements of the “Team Culture Triad”: common understanding, psychological safety and prosocial purpose, and how these elements are the backbone of every successful team.We delve into how interpersonal trust is a reciprocal process, that trust needs to be met with respect and an open mind, and how we can build a culture that learns from mistakes and people feel safe to challenge at all levels in the business.We also discuss how being part of a team is more like chess than checkers. We can’t treat all people like they have the same skills or ways of working, we’re a team yes, but it’s a team of individuals.And the “It’s a Wonderful Life” test. A brilliant thought experiment to show the impact of your team’s contributions, which may not always be tied to revenue.Key Takeaways:Try a Little Tenderness: Empathy is important, but it's not just about feeling someone else's pain. To truly collaborate effectively, you need to understand your teammates on a deeper level, including their unique strengths, weaknesses, and working styles. By achieving this common understanding, you can anticipate their responses and adjust your approach to optimize teamwork.Hey Boss, your Idea Sucks: When was the last time someone in your team challenged your decision? If it was a while ago, you might want to take a look if you’re building a team that fosters psychological safety. Developing Pro-Social Purpose: A team that prioritizes collective success over individual gain fosters a collaborative environment. When team members are driven by a common purpose, they're more likely to support each other and work towards shared goals. This sense of purpose strengthens the team and empowers individuals to contribute their best work.It’s a Wonderful Life: Imagine if your cybersecurity team didn't exist. What would the consequences be? While this exercise helps you identify potential negative impacts, it's equally important to consider the positive contributions your team makes.Links to everything we discussed in this episode can be found in the show notes and if you liked the show, please do leave us a review. Follow us on all good podcasting platforms and via our YouTube channel, and don't forget to share on LinkedIn and in your teams.It really helps us spread the word and get high-quality guests, on future episodes. We hope you enjoyed this episode - See you next time, keep secure, and don’t forget to ask yourself, ‘Am I the compromising position here?’ Keywords: cybersecurity, storytelling, psychology, networking, silos, purpose, psychological safety, leadershipShow NotesDr Burkus has an awe-inspiring career as an author. You can check out his books on AmazonThe importance of psychological safety by Amy EdmondsonMelina Palmer’s episodeThe Five Dysfunctions of a Team: A Leadership Fable by Patrick M. LencioniThe beautiful Hyde Park Picture House Cinema in Leeds - GO NOWGet your Die Hard Christmas Advent Calendar at ETSYVote for us! European Cybersecurity Blogger Awards About dr David BurkusOne of the world’s leading business thinkers, Dr. David Burkus’ forward-thinking ideas and bestselling books are helping leaders build their best team ever.He is the bestselling author of five books about business and leadership. His books have won multiple awards and have been translated into dozens of languages. Since 2017, Burkus has been ranked multiple times as one of the world’s top business thought leaders. His insights on leadership and teamwork have been featured in the Wall Street Journal, Harvard Business Review, USAToday, Fast Company, the Financial Times, Bloomberg BusinessWeek, CNN, the BBC, NPR, and CBS This Morning. A former business school professor, Burkus now works with leaders from organizations across all industries, including PepsiCo, Fidelity, Adobe, and NASA.LINKS FOR dr David BurkusDr Burkus’ LinkedinDr Burkus’ WebsiteDr Burkus’ TikTok (No dancing unfortunately)
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  • EPISODE 25: SUPERCONNECTORS: UNLEASHING PURPOSE BEYOND METRICS IN YOUR CYBERSECURITY FUNCTION

    EPISODE 25: SUPERCONNECTORS: UNLEASHING PURPOSE BEYOND METRICS IN YOUR CYBERSECURITY FUNCTION
    Apr 10 2024
    Welcome to Compromising Positions! This week we are joined by Dr David Burkus, one of the world’s leading business thinkers and best-selling author of five books on the topic of business and leadership. Dr Burkus has worked with the leadership teams of some internationally known names such as PepsiCo, Adobe and NASA.In this episode, “Storytelling Superconnectors: Unleashing Purpose Beyond Metrics in Your Cybersecurity Function”, Dr Burkus challenges the concept of Dunbar’s Number as we discuss the power of human networks, and how finding the superconnectors in your organisation will help you get your cybersecurity agenda in front of the right people.Indulging in a bit of schadenfreude, Dr Burkus shows us how we can use the hacks and breaches of our competitors to demonstrate our value and purpose offering to the c-suite and he also shares his unique insights on breaking down siloes, and harnessing the power of positive engagement in the workplace.And as if that wasn’t enough (!) how to move away from just metrics to make your security function shine! If you want to change the way your organisation sees your security team, this is the episode for you! This is a two part episode (this is part one!) so don’t forget to check back in next week to hear the whole interview! Key Takeaways:Find your Superconnectors: Superconnectors are individuals who have lots of powerful connections and can help you expand your network quickly. By networking with superconnectors, you can find new opportunities and build purpose-driven teams in the cybersecurity function.Embrace the Power of Storytelling: Facts and figures are important, but stories resonate on a deeper level. Security teams can leverage storytelling to educate employees about cybersecurity threats, celebrate successes, and foster a sense of shared purpose.Break Down Silos: Challenge the stereotype of security as the "office police." Focus on collaboration and highlight the positive contributions your team makes in protecting the organization. Aim for a 3:1 ratio of positive interactions to negative ones to build trust and rapport.Learn from Your Competitors' Misfortunes: While celebrating wins is important, so is learning from failures. Use competitor breaches as a springboard for threat intelligence exercises, demonstrating the value your team brings in proactively preventing such attacks.Links to everything we discussed in this episode can be found in the show notes and if you liked the show, please do leave us a review. Follow us on all good podcasting platforms and via our YouTube channel, and don't forget to share on LinkedIn and in your teams.It really helps us spread the word and get high-quality guests, on future episodes. We hope you enjoyed this episode - See you next time, keep secure, and don’t forget to ask yourself, ‘Am I the compromising position here?’ Keywords: cybersecurity, storytelling, psychology, networking, silos, purposeSHOW NOTESDr Burkus has an awe-inspiring career as an author. You can check out his books on AmazonDunbar's number: Why we can only maintain 150 relationships. BBCWham, Bam, That’s a Scam Series by Atomic ShrimpsFreakonomics: A Rogue Economist Explores the Hidden Side of Everything by Steven D. Levitt and Stephen J. DubnerMGM Ransomware Attack. A write up by Bleeping ComputerNominate us in the European Cybersecurity Blogger Awards (we’re going for ‘Best Newcomer’ Google Form Here (it’s safe, promise)ABOUT DR DAVID BURKUSOne of the world’s leading business thinkers, Dr. David Burkus’ forward-thinking ideas and bestselling books are helping leaders build their best team ever.LINKS FOR DR DAVID BURKUSDr Burkus’ LinkedinDr Burkus’ WebsiteDr Burkus’ TikTok (No dancing unfortunately)
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    29 mins
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