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GRC Academy

Jacob Hill
Cybersecurity
CMMC
Fedramp
Department Of Defense
Governance, Risk, and Compliance
NIST 800-171
Social Engineering
Hypori Halo
Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification
Zero Trust
False Claims Act
ISO 27001
Data Protection
Department Of Justice
Civil Cyber Fraud Initiative
Deltek
Federal Acquisition Regulations
Artificial Intelligence
ISO 27002
DEF CON

Governance, Risk, and Compliance Academy (GRC) Academy is a training and research platform for GRC professionals, executives, and anyone else who wants to increase their knowledge in the GRC space!

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Recent Guests

Derek Kernus
Founder of Aethon Security, expert in cybersecurity compliance
Aethon Security
Episode: The Business Case for CMMC - Surviving DOGE
Ryan Patrick
Expert in cybersecurity compliance with a background in IT and security
HITRUST Alliance
Episode: How HITRUST Fixes What’s Broken in Cybersecurity Compliance
Eric Fields
Project Lead for CMMC Certification at Reynolds Construction
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Episode: Small Business Achieves CMMC Level 2 Certification: Reynolds Construction's DIY Success Story
Miguel Villarreal
CEO of Villa-Tech, a company focused on providing compliance and IT solutions for defense contractors.
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Episode: CMMC Mistakes COST Villa-Tech $485,000
Travis Goldbach
Leader in cybersecurity and compliance with expertise in working on managed security services and CMMC at AWS
Amazon Web Services
Episode: CMMC Compliance in AWS Cloud Just Got a LOT Easier
Stacy Bostjanick
Experienced government contractor and head of contracting at various defense agencies.
Formerly with the Department of Defense
Episode: CMMC 2.0 Is FINALLY Here - What Happens Next (with Stacy Bostjanick)
Joy Beland
Vice President of Cybersecurity Compliance at Summit 7
Summit 7
Episode: CMMC Disaster: What MSPs Aren't Telling You
Sarah Anderson
Cybersecurity attorney and Lieutenant Colonel in the United States Army Reserve
Liula Cyber
Episode: My MSP Was Hacked - Should I Fire Them?
Hahna Kane Latonick
Director of Security Research for Dark Wolf Solutions, Cybersecurity expert
Dark Wolf Solutions
Episode: Android Security Masterclass: What Every Cyber GRC Team Must Know

Host

Jacob Hill
Host of GRC Academy, experienced in governance, risk, and compliance education.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 16 ratings
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    As a current student in college learning GRC this podcast has been great listening to experts and their real life experiences.

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    Cigarman85
    United States5 months ago

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Listeners appreciate the expert insights and real-life experiences shared during discussions, finding the content particularly helpful for enhancing their understanding of GRC practices. Many express gratitude for the practical advice and experiences shared, especially students learning in this field.

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CUI Masterclass with Ryan Bonner
Q: What do you focus on today?
Ryan talks about compliance consulting and working with government contractors to implement NIST 800-171 and navigate the complexities of CUI.
CUI Masterclass with Ryan Bonner
Q: How did you get to where you are today?
Ryan describes a long journey starting from working with NIST compliance, particularly NIST 800-171, and becoming knowledgeable through thorough reading and engagement with regulatory frameworks.
The FASTEST Way to CMMC Compliance - CUI Enclaves
Q: What's the timeline look like these days for preparing for CMMC?
The timeline typically requires at least 12 months to plan and prepare for CMMC compliance, especially if organizations need to secure funding and implement necessary changes to their infrastructure.
CMMC Will BREAK Your MSP - Axiom's CMMC Level 2 Journey
Q: What was your experience like during the CMMC Certification Assessment?
It was surreal. We were the first CMMC Assessment for our auditors, which added an extra layer of complexity as we all learned and adjusted to the process together.
CMMC Will BREAK Your MSP - Axiom's CMMC Level 2 Journey
Q: Tell us about how you got there. And when did you actually start on this? And how much did it cost?
We started the journey about four years ago, not fully knowing what we were getting into. It cost around $250,000 over the course of our preparation and certification process.

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What is GRC Academy about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Focused on governance, risk management, and compliance (GRC), this podcast provides insightful conversations with industry experts who share their experiences and knowledge aimed at helping professionals navigate the complexities of compliance in various sectors. Key topics frequently covered include the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC), compliance frameworks, and the consequences of non-compliance, especially concerning government contracts. The discussions feature practical insights, personal journeys, and emerging trends, delivering valuable resources for organizations striving to enhance their compliance practices and security protocols.

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1. Derek Kernus
2. Ryan Patrick
3. Eric Fields
4. Miguel Villarreal
5. Travis Goldbach
6. Stacy Bostjanick
7. Joy Beland
8. Sarah Anderson

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