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Matt Alderman
Cybersecurity
CISO
Risk Management
Cyber Risk Management
Artificial Intelligence
Zero Trust
Identity Management
Data Security
Executive Protection
Data Privacy
Leadership
Crowdstrike
Salesforce
CISO Role
Business Strategy
Cloud Security
Remote Work
Microsoft
Cybersecurity Risk
Third-Party Risk Management

About bridging the gap between security initiatives and business objectives. Hosted by Matt Alderman, co-hosted by Jason Albuquerque, Ben Carr.

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America has lived through technological and economic upheaval before. Farm workers moved to factories. Factory workers moved into services. New industries replaced old ones. Productivity rose. Living standards improved. But are we ready for the great... more

More than 48,000 vulnerabilities were disclosed in 2025, yet only about 1% are actively exploited. However, you're expected to mitigate all vulnerabilities, or at least critical and high. But what if there is no patch to fix the vulnerability or the ... more

The latest generation of AI models has collapsed the time from vulnerability discovery to weaponized exploit from weeks to minutes, and reactive, module-based tools built around static dashboards simply can't keep up.

In this episode, Tanium COO Ma... more

One of the biggest questions most executives ask is "Why does it still feel this hard when the talent is clearly there?" The answer, in almost every case, is not a people problem. It is an environment problem. And environment is something a leader ca... more

The 2026 Verizon DBIR has arrived and the results are in... Even with a substantial increase in Exploitation of Vulnerabilities, All Credential Abuse is still the top initial access vector for breaches, which means the human is still the weakest link... more

The browser has become the primary gateway to work, data, and AI. In this episode, Arunesh Chandra, Head of Product, Microsoft Edge for Business at Microsoft Edges for Business, will discuss why security and IT teams are rethinking the role of the br... more

AI is reshaping innovation as businesses embed it into core operations and move more processes online. This transformation is often seen as a tradeoff between innovation and data risk, but that assumption is wrong. Businesses can innovate and scale i... more

The ultimate goal, scale a company to $100M and go IPO. Easier said than done. We've seen some make it and others that get stuck. What's he difference?

Joshua Gould, CEO at thebigword, joins Business Security Weekly to discuss how to scale to $100M... more

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Recent Guests

Matt Quinn
Chief Operating Officer at Tanium
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Episode: Why AI Just Broke Traditional IT Security as Leaders Clash Over AI's Value and Hiring - Matt Quinn - BSW #455
Greg Hoffman
President at Ascension Performance Group; author of Performance Through People
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Episode: Performance Through People as Executives Struggle and Mentorship Matters - Greg Hoffman - BSW #454
Robert Siciliano
Security analyst, bestselling author, architect of the Strategic Human Firewall
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Episode: The Strategic Human Firewall as AI Impacts Regulations, Cyber Pros, and Employees - Robert Siciliano - BSW #453
Arunesh Chandra
Head of Product, Microsoft Edge for Business, Microsoft
Microsoft
Episode: Enterprise Browers in the Age of AI as CISO Role Changes and Leaders Harness Stress - Arunesh Chandra - BSW #452
Tony Kelly
Sales Engineering Director at Fortra
Fortra
Episode: Innovation Without Data Security Risk as AI Unlocks Budgets and Identity Challenges - Tony Kelly - BSW #451
Joshua Gould
CEO at The Big Word
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Episode: Scaling to $100M as the Security Weekly Index Hits an All Time High - Joshua Gould - BSW #450
Joseph Blankenship
Senior Vice President and Research Director at Forrester Research
Forrester Research
Episode: What Security Leaders Should Expect from RSAC - Joseph Blankenship - BSW #449
Walter Wilkins
Head of Delivery for North America, DWF Legal Operations
DWF Legal Operations
Episode: Optimize Legal Operations as the CISO Role Changes to Address Skills Gaps and AI - Walter Scott Wilkens - BSW #447
Marc Hughes
Global Managing Partner, Cyber Security Services at IBM
IBM
Episode: The Next Frontier: Autonomous Security and RSAC Interviews from Quantro & SandboxAQ - Marc Manzano, Mark Hughes, Mehul Revankar - BSW #445

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Matt Alderman
Host of Business Security Weekly
Jason Albuquerque
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Ben Carr
Co-host on the show

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Scaling to $100M as the Security Weekly Index Hits an All Time High - Joshua Gould - BSW #450
Q: Josh, can you dig into that a little bit more why bigger incumbents can outpace startups when it comes to AI implementation and data access?
Incumbents have access to large data sets, more mature data governance, and scale advantages that allow them to optimize AI across extensive products and domains, while startups struggle with data, capital intensity, and the need to prove ROI at scale.
What Security Leaders Should Expect from RSAC - Joseph Blankenship - BSW #449
Q: What should a first-time attendee at RSAC do to maximize value?
Start with a clear alignment of strategic imperatives and identify the demos, sessions, and meetings that directly support those priorities, then set up one-on-ones with vendors and product leaders to validate how solutions can impact real business outcomes.
Shift to Prevention and Enforcement as We Repeat Security Mistakes With AI - Rob Allen - BSW #448
Q: Where do we start when implementing preventive-based controls for a large environment?
Rob suggests a phased approach beginning with external attack surface hardening (cloud and SaaS), then extending to endpoints, while ensuring governance and simple, enforceable policies like Denied by Default with Permit by Exception.
The Next Frontier: Autonomous Security and RSAC Interviews from Quantro & SandboxAQ - Marc Manzano, Mark Hughes, Mehul Revankar - BSW #445
Q: How should CISOs validate AI tools in a market flooded with AI-washing claims?
CISOs should prioritize tooling with verifiable ground truth data, an orchestration layer that selects the right model for the task, and strong context engineering to minimize data processing waste. They should emphasize risk-based assessments, red-line governance, and demonstrable improvements in speed and accuracy without blindly trusting vendor hype.
The Next Frontier: Autonomous Security and RSAC Interviews from Quantro & SandboxAQ - Marc Manzano, Mark Hughes, Mehul Revankar - BSW #445
Q: What are the big challenges organizations will face when it comes to putting security around AI?
The primary challenges include shadow AI, data handling and governance, supply chain risks, rapid deployment of agents, and the need to secure data across multiple vendors and environments. It's about balancing speed with strong governance, ensuring proper red lines, and avoiding tool sprawl by focusing on repeatable workflows and context-rich asset management.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Business Security Weekly

What is Business Security Weekly about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show targets security professionals and tech decision-makers who want practical guidance on aligning security programs with business goals. Episodes frequently center on leadership, governance, and real-world security operations—covering topics like zero trust, AI-enabled threats, crypto agility, and risk translated into boardroom language. A notable strength is bringing in high-profile CISOs, researchers, and vendor leaders to discuss actionable strategies, governance, and how to balance speed with governance in fast-moving environments. The format often blends practitioner insights with RSAC and industry trend coverage, plus sponsor integration that emphasizes concrete, enterprise-grade solutions. Potential listeners can expect a pra... more

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