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The ISF Podcast brings you cutting-edge conversation, tailored to CISOs, CTOs, CROs, and other global security pros. In every episode of the ISF Podcast, Chief Executive, Steve Durbin speaks with rule-breakers, collaborators, culture builders, and business creatives who manage their enterprise with vision, transparency, authenticity, and integrity. From the Information Security Forum, the leading ... more

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Today, Steve speaks with James Wilkson, managing partner at AEC Global Search Consultants, an executive search and advisory firm. James and Steve discuss why today’s leaders must be flexible and emotionally intelligent, who belongs in today’s boardro... more

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Today, Steve sits down with Stephanie Forbes, CEO of the Forbes Group. Stephanie is a supply chain expert who recently released Global Wealth, Local Impact: How Supply Chains Build Thriving Companies, Cultures, and Countries, a book about building su... more

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Today, Steve speaks with Dustin Dobbyn, an internationally recognized security expert, Marine Corps veteran, former SWAT operator, and the CEO of a fast-growing private security and executive protection firm. The two discuss management under pressure... more

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Today, one of our favorite guests returns: Peter Hinssen. A renowned keynote speaker, author and serial entrepreneur, Peter is one of the most sought-after thought leaders on radical innovation, leadership and the impact of all things digital on soci... more

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Recent Guests

Stephanie Forbes
CEO of the Forbes Group
Forbes Group
Episode: 345: Stephanie Forbes - The $4.2 Trillion Problem: Why Boards Can't Afford to Ignore Supply Chain Fraud
Dustin Dobbyn
CEO of a fast growing private security and executive protection firm; Marine Corps veteran and former SWAT operator
Private security and executive protection firm
Episode: 344: Dustin Dobbyn - Train Like Your Life Depends on It: A SWAT Operator on Cyber Resilience
Betsy Cooper
Director of the Aspen Policy Academy at the Aspen Institute
Aspen Institute, Aspen Tech Policy Hub
Episode: 342: Betsy Cooper - The Policy Gap: Navigating AI, Risk and Regulation
Keith Morneau
Dean of Computer and Information Science at ECPI University
ECPI University
Episode: 341: Dr. Keith Morneau - AI & the Resilient Workforce: Thriving in the Next Decade
John Jock Brocas
Former military professional, executive mentor and strategic intuitive intelligence advisor to the C-suite
Independent/Consultant
Episode: 340: John "Jock" Brocas - Gut Instinct: The Intuitive Edge in Cyber Security
Emily Holyoake
Co-founder of Not A Standard and architect behind the Safe Framework
Not A Standard
Episode: S36 Ep27: Emily Holyoake - Beyond Infrastructure: The Case for Putting People First
Oliver Kemp
CEO at Prostate Cancer Research
Prostate Cancer Research
Episode: S36 Ep24: Special edition – From Awareness to Action: Prostate Cancer, Community and the Case for Early Detection
Martina Navratilova
World-class tennis player and cancer survivor advocate
Former professional tennis player and ambassador for the sport
Episode: S36 Ep23: Martina Navratilova - Focus, Adapt, Evolve: Serving up the secrets of success
Rainer Hersch
Conductor, pianist, comedian and broadcaster
Episode: S36 Ep22: Rainer Hersch - The Sound of Leadership: What Orchestras can Teach Modern Business Teams

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Steve Durbin
CEO of the Information Security Forum; host of the ISF Podcast; leading voice on cyber resilience and risk management

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4.7 out of 5 stars from 53 ratings
  • Outstanding cybersecurity interviews and topics.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Fred
    3 years ago
  • Great podcast!

    Can’t believe an incredibly valuable resource like this podcast is FREE! 🤩

    No matter the subject, you’re guaranteed to gain something from Steve and his guests in each and every episode - can’t recommend ISF Podcast enough!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    mvelasco07
    United States3 years ago

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Consistently practical and policy-relevant for security leaders.
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344: Dustin Dobbyn - Train Like Your Life Depends on It: A SWAT Operator on Cyber Resilience
Q: What one lesson from the tactical world most reliably helps boards build a five-year resilience roadmap?
Constantly upgrade and test the toolkit, stay ahead of evolving technology, and ensure the team has access to the latest training and intelligence to adapt to changing threats.
344: Dustin Dobbyn - Train Like Your Life Depends on It: A SWAT Operator on Cyber Resilience
Q: How often should organizations run cybersecurity simulation exercises to stay at peak performance?
Exercises should be randomized and conducted on a cadence that forces leadership involvement, with at least quarterly activities across different threat scenarios.
344: Dustin Dobbyn - Train Like Your Life Depends on It: A SWAT Operator on Cyber Resilience
Q: Now in a major cyber incident, we often see corporate boards struggle to regain control. How do you go about translating the tactical composure of a SWAT operator into a framework that the C-suite can use to lead under extreme digital pressure?
Prepare the leadership with randomized, leadership-aware exercises, couple cyber playbooks with physical-security instincts, and ensure ongoing drills so the board can gauge response and resilience under varied scenarios.
342: Betsy Cooper - The Policy Gap: Navigating AI, Risk and Regulation
Q: Is there value in treating tech policy as a dedicated discipline within a company?
Yes, because it helps tailor advocacy and regulatory responses to specific business models and regulatory landscapes, especially for privacy-heavy or highly regulated industries.
S36 Ep25: Steve Durbin - Global Threats, UK Blind Spots: Cyber Resilience in a Volatile World
Q: What role should government play versus private sector in maintaining national cyber resilience?
The government should provide an enabling environment and support for sector-wide resilience, while large organizations and critical sectors bear responsibility for strong governance, budgeting, and continuity planning; the private sector should lead on supply chain risk management and incident readiness.

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What is ISF Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show leans into high-signal conversations with leaders and experts spanning policy, technology, and governance, often tying cyber resilience to broader business outcomes. Episodes frequently explore how AI, quantum security, workforce development, and regulatory dynamics intersect with enterprise risk, drawing on perspectives from policy makers, academics, industry practitioners, and occasionally high-profile athletes or artists to illustrate resilience and leadership under pressure. Noteworthy is the consistent emphasis on practical frameworks (e.g., SAFE, tabletop exercises, governance models) and the blending of technical security topics with human and organizational factors, making it relevant for CISOs, CTOs, and risk officers seek... more

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7. Oliver Kemp
8. Martina Navratilova

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