401 Access Denied Podcast: Episode 118

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H&R Block’s transformational CISO, Joshua Brown, shares lessons for building a security strategy that provides guardrails so business can move faster. He and Joe discuss how to speak the language of the business in terms of motivations and metrics, and the importance of aligning on risk management for material incidents. With a distributed attack surface, including 10,000 retail locations and a seasonal workforce, Joshua has developed effective strategies for building highly collaborative teams, gaining executive buy-in, and driving adoption for security best practices.

Chapters:

00:00 Introduction to the Podcast and Guest

02:45 Joshua Brown's Journey to CISO

05:53 Transforming Cybersecurity into a Business Enabler

08:47 Creating a Safe Space for Innovation

11:47 Understanding Business Risks in Cybersecurity

14:48 Building a Strong Cybersecurity Team

17:40 The Importance of Continuous Learning and Adaptation

20:28 Strategies for Future Generations of Cybersecurity Professionals

25:37 Resources to help

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