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Jessica Hoffman
Cybersecurity
Cloud Security
Data Governance
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Identity Security
Artificial Intelligence
Identity and Access Management
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Information Security
CISO
Ransomware
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Tool Selection
Data Privacy
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Cyber Liability Insurance
Third-Party Risk Management
Risk Management
CISO Stories Podcast

SC Media is proud to present this month's CISO Stories program, where CISOs share tales from the trenches and unpack leadership lessons learned along the way. Hosted by Jessica Hoffman.

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In this episode, former FBI cyber leader Jason Manar joins us to unpack the state of critical infrastructure security and why small and medium-sized businesses are more connected to it than they realize. From power, telecom, healthcare, finance, and ... more

Identity is at the center of nearly every modern breach, but when IAM responsibilities are shared with MSSPs, where does trust end and accountability begin? In this episode of CISO Stories, Jessica Hoffman sits down with Dr. Dustin Sachs to explore t... more

In this episode of CISO Stories, Jessica Hoffman speaks with Richard Marcus, CISO at Optro, about how organizations are securing cloud environments at scale. They discuss secure by design principles, infrastructure as code, continuous monitoring, and... more

Threat intelligence too often arrives as a steady stream of alerts that don't translate into clear, timely decisions. This episode explores how public-sector intel flows today through channels like CISA, MS-ISAC, and CIS—and why changes in funding an... more

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Recent Guests

Richard Marcus
Chief Information Security Officer at Optro (formerly Audit Board)
Optro
Episode: Cloud Security: The AI Effect & How to Proceed - Richard Marcus - CSP #223
Ian Washburn
Deputy CISO for University of Notre Dame
University of Notre Dame
Episode: From Alerts to Action: Making Public–Private Threat Intel Actually Useful - Ian Washburn - CSP #222
Jadee Hanson
CISO for Vanta, an agentic trust platform company
Vanta
Episode: Beyond Vendor Risk: Real-Time GRC, AI, and Protecting App User Data - Jadee Hanson - CSP #221
Rakesh Soni
CEO and founder of LoginRadius, specializing in external user identity management
LoginRadius
Episode: Agents at the Door: Vetting Non-Human Identities in External IAM - Rakesh Soni - CSP #219
Jennifer Selby Long
Security expert with 28 years of experience in cybersecurity and leadership coaching.
Episode: Security Awareness Through Trust and Influence - Jennifer Selby Long - CSP #217
Kevin Nikkhoo
Expert in SOC as a Service
Episode: Reimagining Security Operations: SOC as a Service and the Role of AI - Kevin Nikkhoo - CSP #215
Yogita Parulekar
Founder, experienced in cybersecurity, with a background at EY and Oracle
Invigrid
Episode: From Diagram to Cloud: Rethinking Cloud Security in an Age of Uncertainty - Yogita Parulekar - CSP #214
Danielle Ruderman
Security leader at AWS, involved in community building and customer engagement.
AWS
Episode: Empowering Developers: Fostering a Culture of Security in AppSec - Danielle Ruderman - CSP #213
Erika Dean
Cybersecurity expert with 25 years of experience, specializing in financial technology.
Episode: Mapping the Modern Attack Surface: Fintech's Evolving Risk Frontier - Erika Dean - CSP #212

Host

Jessica Hoffman
Host of CISO Stories Podcast, SC Media and related programs

Reviews

4.2 out of 5 stars from 22 ratings
  • Security Awareness Through Trust and Influence

    Jessica Hoffman was so great to talk with on CISO Stories. I appreciate her deep and broad knowledge paired with her casual conversational approach.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Selby Group
    United States6 months ago
  • Not the same after Todd left

    New presenter’s voice is very irritating to listen to on podcast which is a shame as the topics and guests are interesting. Hoping there’s a change in presenters in the near future.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Mantho01
    Ireland2 years ago
  • So many great guests. Thank you Todd!

    Love this series

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    naith1988
    United States3 years ago
  • Excellence

    Todd Fitzgerald is one of the best cyber leaders, author and now podcaster. When I heard he was doing a podcast, I signed up immediately. Great stuff here!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Cyber_Decker
    United States5 years ago
  • Great Take-Aways

    Great take-always from people living this everyday.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    emarchewka
    United States5 years ago

Listeners Say

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Great takeaways from security leaders' real-world experiences.
Some listeners note a change in hosting voice affecting tone and reception.
Engaging host with deep cybersecurity expertise and a conversational style.
Strong mix of guests; topics are timely and practical for CISOs.
Guests consistently provide actionable insights for security leadership.

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#234
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Talking Points

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Agents at the Door: Vetting Non-Human Identities in External IAM - Rakesh Soni - CSP #219
Q: What uses cases are your customers implementing for Agentic IAM?
Customers are bringing their own agents to connect with services, such as shopping or summarizing news, requiring careful management of permissions.
Agents at the Door: Vetting Non-Human Identities in External IAM - Rakesh Soni - CSP #219
Q: What risks should CISOs and small businesses be aware of when new AI agents emerge?
CISOs need to ensure that agents belong to verified users, define authorization levels for agent actions, and implement approval processes for significant actions.
OT on the Frontlines: Threat Intelligence You Can't Ignore - Dawn Cappelli - CSP #216
Q: Why do you think that American companies and organizations and businesses have a higher percentage of ransomware than the rest of the world?
Cappelli explains that cybercriminals target companies that pay ransoms, which is more prevalent in the U.S. due to its capitalist structures.
Reimagining Security Operations: SOC as a Service and the Role of AI - Kevin Nikkhoo - CSP #215
Q: If I were in the market to implement or procure a SOC as a Service, what are the top three questions I should ask as a consumer?
You should ask about people certifications, processes and playbook maturity, and technology integration with your existing systems.
From Diagram to Cloud: Rethinking Cloud Security in an Age of Uncertainty - Yogita Parulekar - CSP #214
Q: What advice can you provide to professionals who face budget constraints and the need to act quickly in the current climate?
Consolidate toolsets to maximize efficiency and focus on proactive security measures that enable agility in response to threats.

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

This program centers on CISO-level leadership and real-world security leadership lessons, drawing on conversations with CISOs and security leaders from higher education, cloud providers, fintech, and enterprise tech. Topics frequently touch on threat intelligence, governance, risk management, identity and access management, security culture, and the intersection of security with business goals. A notable strength is its practitioner-focused lens, highlighting leadership decisions, incident learnings, and practical frameworks (e.g., NIST CSF, GRC) that help security programs scale across industries. Listeners likely include security executives, senior IT leaders, and professionals aiming to understand how CISOs think, plan, and communicate r... more

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1. Richard Marcus
2. Ian Washburn
3. Jadee Hanson
4. Rakesh Soni
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6. Kevin Nikkhoo
7. Yogita Parulekar
8. Danielle Ruderman

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