Data Security Decoded – Details, episodes & analysis

Welcome to the ⁠Data Security Decoded⁠ podcast by Rubrik Zero Labs. In this episode, our host ⁠Caleb Tolin⁠ speaks with ⁠Pavlina Pavlova⁠, a researcher and cybersecurity advocate focusing on data weaponization and its disproportionate impact on vulnerable populations. Pavlina defines data weaponization as using data to manipulate, deceive, coerce, or attack someone to inflict harm. Her research investigates why cyber attacks and their impacts often have gendered dimensions, with certain populations experiencing more severe consequences. The conversation explores how attacks on critical infrastructure, particularly healthcare, create immediate impacts. While cyber attacks aren't becoming more sophisticated, they're growing more vicious. Ransomware attacks against healthcare facilities disproportionately affect women, who often serve as caregivers and rely more heavily on healthcare services. Pavlina examines the geopolitical dimensions of cybercrime, noting how certain nations harbor cybercriminals aligned with their foreign policy goals. These sanctuary jurisdictions make accountability difficult and contribute to attacks aimed at disrupting societal resilience. Join Caleb and Pavlina as they discuss policy frameworks addressing gender dimensions of data weaponization, explore international cooperation efforts, and share practical advice for under-resourced organizations to improve their cyber resilience despite limited funding. They also examine the critical role of responsible data collection and the importance of donors specifically allocating cybersecurity funding when supporting vulnerable organizations. Episode Highlights: [01:02] Defining Data Weaponization [04:11] Critical Infrastructure Targeting [09:29] Geopolitical Dimensions of Cybercrime [13:24] Policy Frameworks and International Cooperation [19:31] Resources for Under-resourced Organizations Episode Resources: Caleb Tolin on LinkedIn Pavlina Pavlova on LinkedIn New America report by Pavlina Pavlova Cyber Peace Institute United Nations Cybercrime Convention

Welcome to the ⁠Data Security Decoded⁠ podcast by Rubrik Zero Labs. In this episode, our host, ⁠Caleb Tolin⁠, is joined by ⁠Michael Razeeq⁠, a cybersecurity policy researcher specializing in advocating for Civilian Cyber Corps (C3s). Michael shares insights into how these volunteer forces, C3s, are transforming community cyber defense, addressing workforce shortages, and providing both preventive and reactive cybersecurity services to underfunded organizations. Michael's research provides a unique perspective on the emergence of the Civilian Cyber Corps across various models, from university cyber clinics to state-level programs. These task forces address gaps in cybersecurity defense where resource constraints leave organizations vulnerable. As a ⁠2024 #ShareTheMicInCyber Fellow at New America⁠ and 2025 Fellow at UC Berkeley ⁠CLTC⁠, he advocates for a "whole society" approach to cybersecurity, highlighting successful implementations in states like Ohio and drawing inspiration from Estonia's cyber defense unit. Join Caleb and Michael as they explore the operational frameworks of C3s, discuss the challenges of recruiting and vetting volunteers, examine legal considerations for establishing programs, and share insights on measuring both quantitative and qualitative impacts of these initiatives. They also look at the future of C3s through increased collaboration and partnerships like the Cyber Resilience Core. Episode Highlights: [01:30] The Rise of Civilian Cyber Corps (C3s) [13:11] Pathways to Establishing C3 Programs [19:47] Left of Boom vs Right of Boom Services [26:49] Addressing C3 Implementation Challenges Episode Resources: Caleb Tolin on LinkedIn Michael Razeeq on LinkedIn “Civilian Cyber Corps: A Model Law for States” by Michael Razeeq for New America  New America’s #ShareTheMicInCyber Fellowship Program UC Berkeley Center for Long-Term Cybersecurity Program CISA Cybersecurity Resources for High-Risk Communities

Welcome to the Data Security Decoded⁠ podcast, brought to you by ⁠Rubrik Zero Labs⁠. In each installment, we discuss cybersecurity with thought leaders and industry experts, and get their take on trends, themes, and where they see the sector going next. This is a must-listen for security and IT leaders looking to better understand trends shaping data security and how they can achieve cyber resilience.  In this episode, our guest host, ⁠Rick Bryant⁠, Field CTO for Healthcare at Rubrik, is joined by ⁠Anahi Santiago⁠, Chief Information Security Officer at ⁠ChristianaCare⁠, a healthcare organization centered on improving health outcomes, making high-quality care more accessible, and lowering health care costs. She is also a Member Board of Directors at Health-ISAC (Health Information Sharing and Analysis Center), a global, non-profit, member-driven organization where health sector stakeholders coordinate, collaborate and share vital physical and cyber threat intelligence and best practices with each other. Anahi serves as an Advisory Council Member at CISO ExecNet, a peer-to-peer learning community for Chief Information Security Officers. Join Rick and Anahi as they explore the challenges facing healthcare cybersecurity, the need for regulatory frameworks, and the role of information sharing in improving security measures. Episode Highlights:  00:00 - Intro  02:13 - Anahi’s introduction to cybersecurity  04:11 - The most pressing issues facing healthcare systems  05:47 - Risk management  07:41 - Managing data growth  11:21 - Fostering a culture of cybersecurity awareness 14:47 - Organizational resiliency  19:28 - The next five years 24:47 - More regulations vs better enforcement of existing regulations  Episode Resources: Anahi Santiago on LinkedIn  Rick Bryant on LinkedIn Rubrik Zero Labs The State of Data Security: Measuring Your Data's Risk report

Welcome to the ⁠Data Security Decoded⁠ podcast, brought to you by ⁠Rubrik Zero Labs⁠. In each installment, we discuss cybersecurity with thought leaders and industry experts, and get their take on trends, themes, and where they see the sector going next. This is a must-listen for security and IT leaders looking to better understand trends shaping data security and how they can achieve cyber resilience.  We're excited to continue with our series of special episodes featuring highlights from the recent ⁠Rubrik Zero Labs Virtual Summit⁠. This series offers a unique look into the critical conversations happening around data security. ⁠Steve Stone⁠ is taking on a different role in these special episodes. Instead of guiding us through our usual discussions, he'll be leading in-depth conversations with industry experts. In the third episode, we’re diving deep into data security strategy. Steve is joined by Bipul Sinha, CEO of Rubrik. Join them as they explore how organizations can effectively navigate the reset phase after a crisis event and create cyber resilience, valuable insights into the unique challenges faced by the healthcare industry, and the technological advancements that can enhance data security.  About Bipul Sinha: Bipul Sinha is an entrepreneur, engineer and venture capitalist. He is the CEO, Chairman and Co-founder of Rubrik, Inc., a comprehensive data security platform. Bipul is also a Venture Partner at Lightspeed Venture Partners, a multi-stage venture capital firm. Before Lightspeed, Bipul worked at Blumberg Capital, where he was the founding investor and board member of Nutanix and Hootsuite.  Episode Highlights:  00:00 - Intro 01:46 - Importance of risk 03:26 - Risk and CEO engagement 04:52 - Challenges in risk reset 06:07 - Cybersecurity resilience 09:25 - Post-attack planning and resilience 12:20 - Data realities in healthcare 15:01 - Technological maturity Episode Resources: Bipul Sinha on LinkedIn  Steve Stone on LinkedIn Rubrik Zero Labs The State of Data Security: Measuring Your Data's Risk report

Welcome to the ⁠Data Security Decoded⁠ podcast, brought to you by ⁠Rubrik Zero Labs⁠. In each installment, we discuss cybersecurity with thought leaders and industry experts, and get their take on trends, themes, and where they see the sector going next. This is a must-listen for security and IT leaders looking to better understand trends shaping data security and how they can achieve cyber resilience.  We're excited to continue with our series of special episodes featuring highlights from the recent Rubrik Zero Labs Virtual Summit. This series offers a unique look into the critical conversations happening around data security. ⁠Steve Stone⁠ is taking on a different role in these special episodes. Instead of guiding us through our usual discussions, he'll be leading in-depth conversations with industry experts. In the second episode, we’re exploring the cost of unpreparedness to businesses in the face of ransomware attacks. Steve is joined by Heather Hughes, the Vice President of Engagement Management at Aon Cyber Solutions. Join them as they discuss misconceptions surrounding breaches, the need for tools such as multi-factor authentication and endpoint detection and response, as well as reliable and recoverable backups, and the importance of proactive measures and investment in cybersecurity.  About Heather Hughes: Heather brings over twenty-five years experience in privacy, data security and cyber security to her role as Vice President of Engagement Management at Aon Cyber Solutions. She is also a frequent speaker and author on HIPAA privacy and security, ransomware and cyber best practices. Episode Highlights:  00:00 - Intro 01:55 - Ransomware attack recovery: lengthy, intense, and resource-heavy 04:31 - Outside counsel in managing the impacts of cyber attacks 10:54 - The importance of backups  15:11 - What catches organizations off-guard 19:31 - How to maximize preparedness Episode Resources: Heather Hughes on LinkedIn  Steve Stone on LinkedIn Rubrik Zero Labs The State of Data Security: Measuring Your Data's Risk report

Welcome to the ⁠Data Security Decoded⁠ podcast, brought to you by ⁠Rubrik Zero Labs⁠. In each installment, we discuss cybersecurity with thought leaders and industry experts, and get their take on trends, themes, and where they see the sector going next. This is a must-listen for organizations and individuals looking to secure their data and achieve cyber resilience.  We're excited to kick off a series of special episodes featuring highlights from the recent Rubrik Zero Labs Virtual Summit. This series offers a unique look into the critical conversations happening around data security. ⁠Steve Stone⁠ is taking on a different role in these special episodes. Instead of guiding us through our usual discussions, he'll be leading in-depth conversations with industry experts. In this first special episode, we're focusing on data security in healthcare. Steve sits down with ⁠Rick Bryant⁠, Rubrik's healthcare CTO, who brings over three decades of experience in healthcare technology to the table. Join them as they discuss the findings from the Zero Labs report on securing healthcare and minimizing risk, exploring the challenges of securing healthcare data, the misconceptions surrounding healthcare data security, and the need for increased investment in cybersecurity in the healthcare industry. They also highlight the growing amount of sensitive data in healthcare and the impact of cyber events on patient care.  RIck is an IT leader with over thirty years of healthcare experience. He is currently the Healthcare Chief Technical Officer at Rubrik, an American cloud data management and data security company.  Before working at Rubrik, Rick served as Healthcare Chief Technical Officer at Veritas Technologies, and Chief Information Officer at Texas Children’s Hospital. He also created and managed all client IT services for First Data Corporation. Episode Highlights:  00:00 - Intro 02:21 - Ransomware attack recovery: lengthy, intense, and resource-heavy 05:00 - Outside counsel in managing the impacts of cyber attacks 11:27 - The importance of backups  15:47 - What catches organizations off-guard 20:09 - How to maximize preparedness Episode Resources: Rick Bryant on LinkedIn  Steve Stone on LinkedIn Rubrik Zero Labs The State of Data Security: Measuring Your Data's Risk report

Welcome to the Data Security Decoded⁠ podcast, brought to you by ⁠Rubrik Zero Labs⁠. Each episode features senior cybersecurity leaders and other luminaries with unique perspectives about the current state of data security. We explore rising trends and themes across cybersecurity and unpack what that means for organizations looking to secure their data and achieve cyber resilience.  In this episode, your host, ⁠Steve Stone⁠, is joined by ⁠Amy Bogac⁠, CISO at Elevate Textiles and a member of the Technical Advisory Board at Radiant Security. Join us as we discuss the importance of backups and data recovery, the collaboration between IT and OT, the role of AI in the SOC, and Amy's experiences as a leader during breaches. We also explore the complexities of modern environments, the challenges of implementing change in the aftermath of a crisis and sharing knowledge with others to proactively address vulnerabilities.⁠ Amy Bogac⁠ is a security leader with over twenty years of experience in information security, IT governance, and compliance. She is currently CISO at Elevate Textiles and a member of the Technical Advisory Board at Radiant Security, an “AI-powered SOC co-pilot that boosts SOC analyst productivity, detects real attacks, & improves response times.” She holds an MBA from Lake Forest Graduate School of Management and a CISSP certification from ISC2. Before working at Radiant Security, Amy was Chief Information Security Officer at The Clorox Company and Head of Information Security at CF Industries.  Episode Highlights:  [10:04] Data recovery and backups [17:19] IT and OT teamwork [20:47] AI and SOC [25:59] Being in charge during breaches [30:39] Implementing change after a crisis [45:04] Working with underrepresented communities Episode Resources: Amy Bogac on LinkedIn Elevate Textiles Website Radiant Security Website Steve Stone on LinkedIn Rubrik, Inc Website

Welcome to the ⁠Data Security Decoded⁠ podcast, brought to you by ⁠Rubrik Zero Labs⁠. Each episode features senior cybersecurity leaders and other luminaries with unique perspectives about the current state of data security. We explore rising trends and themes across cybersecurity and unpack what that means for organizations looking to secure their data and achieve cyber resilience.  In this episode, your host, ⁠Steve Stone⁠, is joined by⁠Renata Spinks⁠, Former SES - Deputy CIO IC4, US Marine Corp, and current CEO at CyberSec International. In the second of two episodes, Steve and Renata highlight the importance of understanding an organization's data assets and utilizing them properly, and discuss the value of continuous training, collaboration with industry partners, and staying proactive in the face of evolving threats.  They also explore the talent shortage in cybersecurity, and why organizations need to have the vision to tap into underrepresented and under-resourced areas.  Renata has over twenty-five years of experience in cybersecurity, program management, and public service. She is currently the CEO of CyberSec International, a global leader in providing cutting-edge solutions and services to protect and enhance their clients’ and partners’ cyber resilience.  Before starting CyberSec International, Renata served as the Acting Senior Information Security Officer and Cyber Technology Officer (CTO) for the U.S. Marine Corps. She also has a Master of Science in Information Technology, a Certificate in Information Technology Project Management, and multiple awards and honors for her achievements and contributions to the field. Episode Highlights: 00:39 - Defending against ransomware 07:21 - The talent shortage in cybersecurity 15:40 - Bringing underrepresented communities into prominent, visible roles 25:49 - Reflecting on the past and anticipating the future of cybersecurity  Episode Resources: Renata Spinks on LinkedIn Renata Spinks Website CyberSec International Website Steve Stone on LinkedIn Rubrik, Inc Website

Welcome to the ⁠Data Security Decoded⁠ podcast, brought to you by ⁠Rubrik Zero Labs⁠. Each episode features senior cybersecurity leaders and other luminaries with unique perspectives about the current state of data security. We explore rising trends and themes across cybersecurity and unpack what that means for organizations looking to secure their data and achieve cyber resilience. In this episode, your host, ⁠Steve Stone⁠, is joined by ⁠Renata Spinks⁠, Former SES - Deputy CIO IC4, US Marine Corp, and current CEO at CyberSec International. In the first of two episodes, join us as we explore why all individuals in an organization need to have a proactive mindset towards cyber threats, the importance of being adaptable, flexible, and open-minded in the field of cybersecurity, and the major changes to threats over the last 20 years. We also discuss building a security culture, and some advice for new security leaders.  Renata has over twenty-five years of experience in cybersecurity, program management, and public service. She is currently the CEO of CyberSec International, a global leader in providing cutting-edge solutions and services to protect and enhance their clients' and partners’ cyber resilience.  Before working for CyberSec International, Renata served as the Acting Senior Information Security Officer and Cyber Technology Officer (CTO) for the U.S. Marine Corps. She also has a Master of Science in Information Technology, a Certificate in Information Technology Project Management, and multiple awards and honors for her achievements and contributions to the field. Episode Highlights : Renata’s path towards cybersecurity  Why cybersecurity is a collective effort The value of extensive training and remaining flexible Major changes in threats over the last twenty years Building a security culture Episode Resources: Renata Spinks on LinkedIn Renata Spinks Website CyberSec International Website Steve Stone on LinkedIn Rubrik, Inc Website

Welcome to the ⁠Data Security Decoded⁠ podcast, brought to you by ⁠Rubrik Zero Labs⁠. Each episode features senior cybersecurity leaders and other luminaries with unique perspectives about the current state of data security. We explore rising trends and themes across cybersecurity and unpack what that means for organizations looking to secure their data and achieve cyber resilience. Come and join us on this journey. In this episode, your host, ⁠Steve Stone⁠, is joined by ⁠Sue Bergamo⁠, CISO and CIO at ⁠BTE Partners⁠. Join us as we delve into the world of senior leadership in cybersecurity. Sue shares her journey from system administrator to CIO and CISO at BTE Partners while emphasizing the need for strategic excellence in defending against cyber threats on a global scale.  We also discuss the challenges of managing at a global level, the evolving role of the CISO, and the impact of new SEC regulations. Sue also explores the importance of mentorship and diversity in the cybersecurity industry. Don't miss out on this insightful conversation! Sue is an experienced global executive who is passionate about connecting people and helping companies build innovative and secure technologies. Her proven track record speaks to the resilience needed to effectively transform people, processes, and technology to meet business resilience needs.  Her expertise includes Cybersecurity Strategy, Assessment, Implementation, Operations, Compliance, Risk Management and Certifications. She is a Board Member at BTE Partners and an advisor on Strategic Planning, Transformation, and organizational change. Sue is a best-selling author and blogger and a sought-after keynote speaker.  Episode Highlights: Introduction to Sue Bergamo's journey in cybersecurity and technology Challenges of leading and managing cybersecurity at a global level Balancing the operational needs of IT and cybersecurity The evolving role of the CISO and its challenges Challenges posed by compliance and regulatory initiatives Importance of mentorship and diversity in the cybersecurity industry Future of cybersecurity and optimism about combating cybercrime Episode Resources: Sue Bergamo on LinkedIn BTE Partners Website Steve Stone on LinkedIn Rubrik, Inc Website