In today’s episode, our sandbox goes back to where it all started – and where it will end – for an honest conversation on how we built the security program at Relativity: what went right, the mistakes we made, and – maybe most importantly – the lessons we learned along the way. Joining me for this talk are two long-time friends and colleagues – Relativity’s Senior Director of Engineering, Matt Spurr, and Cyber Security Architect and recurring guest, Darian Lewis. So, put on your closing time tun...
Dec 21, 2022•37 min•Season 2Ep. 21
In today’s episode, the sandbox heads across the globe for a special takeover episode by Relativity's Marcin Święty and Bart Czyż, for a dialed in conversation with offensive cybersecurity and pentester-extraordinare Julio Cesar Fort, on the intricacies of modern-day pentesting and how you can elevate the everyday skills of your team members to make them excel in offensive cybersecurity techniques.
Oct 28, 2022•31 min•Season 2Ep. 20
In today’s episode, our sandbox heads to the deployment pipeline for a conversation on the who/what/when/and why of a DevSecOps program and how it adds value to your business. And your main questions- – how you can encourage buy-in and adoption. Joining me today are Marcin Swiety, Relativity’s Senior Director of Global Security and IT, and Raphael Theberge - Director of Security Integrations. So, grab your DORA metrics, your source controls, and staging environments, and let’s dive in.
Sep 28, 2022•33 min•Season 2Ep. 19
In today’s episode, our sandbox heads to new hire orientation for a discussion on what to expect as a new CISO and how you can properly structure your people/process/tech to find both short and long term success at your new org. Joining me is Tyler Young, Relativity alum and current BigID CISO, and Dominik Birk, PWC's Deputy CISO of EMEA. So, dust off your welcome materials, ice breakers, and org charts, and let's dive in.
Sep 01, 2022•27 min•Season 2Ep. 18
In today’s episode, our sandbox heads to the scripts for a simplified conversation with Louis Yeck, QLIK's CISO, and Hector Pena, Relativity's Senior Manager of Cybersecurity, on the delicate art of blending automation and analytics with the human expertise in your security program. Implemented correctly, your employees can focus on the hard challenges that level up your security program. Done incorrectly and it'll only lead to creating more problems and confusion. So, how do you leverage your p...
Jul 29, 2022•38 min•Season 2Ep. 17
In today’s episode, our sandbox heads to the board room for a white-collar discussion with Ricardo Lafosse, Chief Information Security Officer at Kraft Heinz, and Andrew Watts, Relativity’s Chief Customer Officer – and former CIO – on the current state of the Information Security role in the C-Suite. Should it be CIO, CSO, CISO, a combination of the three? Nothing at all or something in between? And how the current perception or narrative around your specific title impacts or influences the tech...
Jul 01, 2022•38 min•Season 2Ep. 16
Organizations today have a solid grasp of their data security posture, but do they have a solid understanding of what goes into an effective and globally relevant data privacy program? Can they meet the demands and regulations of today’s multi-national business world? In this special recording of Security Sandbox, live from Relativity Fest London, Amanda Fennell chats with data privacy and security experts in EMEA on how to build a global-first data privacy program that fits the specific needs o...
May 26, 2022•35 min•Season 2Ep. 15
When good tech meets well-trained, empowered employees, your business is more secure. This season, we’re exploring ways to elevate the strongest link in your security chain – people – through creative use of technology, process, and training. In today’s episode, our sandbox heads to the pressure chamber for a riveting conversation with Nicolas Reys, partner at Control Risks, who heads up their global cyber and online threat intelligence practice, and Relativity’s favorite security architect and ...
Apr 28, 2022•40 min•Season 2Ep. 14
When good tech meets well-trained, empowered employees, your business is more secure. This season, we’re exploring ways to elevate the strongest link in your security chain–people–through creative use of technology, process, and training. In today’s episode, our sandbox welcomes the return of Zscaler's director of solutions architecture, Thomas Quinlan, and Relativity’s global director of security and IT, Marcin Święty, for a spirited conversation on how to build employee trust in your security ...
Mar 17, 2022•34 min•Season 2Ep. 13
In the first episode of Season 2 of Security Sandbox, host Amanda Fennell welcomes cybersecurity evangelist, author, and host of the 8th Layer Insights podcast, Perry Carpenter. They have a nuanced conversation about how to craft a new-age security program that works better for today’s businesses and employees operating in different cultures, regions, and viewpoints. How do you bridge the psychological gap from "aware" to "care"? How do you craft trainings that are culturally relevant, empatheti...
Feb 10, 2022•45 min•Season 2Ep. 12
In the final episode of season one of Security Sandbox, Amanda Fennell and Darien Lewis of Relativity’s Calder7 team discuss best practices for shopping in the modern age. And as the holidays draw near, they also talked about how to stay secure when receiving and using your own gifts—because that shiny new TV or VR headset might be hiding a hazard or two.
Dec 16, 2021•21 min•Season 1Ep. 11
On a special, Veteran's Day episode of Security Sandbox, Amanda welcomes two teammates from Relativity's Calder7 security team, Gabriel Diaz De Leon and Zachary Languell, for a fast-paced conversation on how their careers in the military prepared them for today's current cybersecurity threat landscape, where adaptability and quick-thinking are everything.
Nov 10, 2021•22 min•Season 1Ep. 10
In the latest episode of Security Sandbox, Amanda welcomes home two cybersecurity colleagues that became her first work family and share a passion for comedy, Thomas Quinlan and Marc Bleicher. Listen in for a stand-up conversation on how resilience and quick-thinking on the comedy stage can lead to better cyber response.
Oct 21, 2021•26 min•Season 1Ep. 9
In the latest episode of Security Sandbox, Amanda, along with Relativity Chief Human Resources Officer Beth Clutterbuck, welcomes American astrologer Emily Parker for a star-studded conversation on how astrology and tools like the Myers-Briggs personality test can be useful in understanding and perfecting team dynamics that foster greater creativity and collaboration.
Sep 16, 2021•25 min•Season 1Ep. 8
Every team needs a game plan, whether you're coaching basketball champions or building a superstar team in tech. In episode seven, Amanda chats with Microsoft’s worldwide public safety and justice leader, Kirk Arthur, and Relativity’s CTO, Keith Carlson, about what it takes to create a winning team that's energized and effectively collaborative.
Aug 26, 2021•30 min•Season 1Ep. 7
Which gets your energy brewing stronger: security or coffee? In episode six, Amanda has a coffee klatch with Jiyoon Han, a Harvard MBA student who reinvigorated her family’s business, Bean & Bean Coffee Roasters, during the pandemic. Tyler Young, Relativity’s director of cybersecurity, chats with them about keeping security practices strong and defensive against too-hot situations.
Jul 15, 2021•21 min•Season 1Ep. 6
The stories we tell ourselves—and others—frame our lives in so many ways. Tune in to this month's episode to hear how Atem Kuol, visual effects coordinator at Lucasfilm and founder of Humble Beginnings films, learned to hit his stride in filmmaking and confront imposter syndrome along the way. You’ll also hear from CJ Wiemer, manager of vulnerability management here at Relativity, with stories of hacking and professional growth.
Jun 17, 2021•29 min•Season 1Ep. 5
Securing data takes a lot of coordination. At times it can feel like you’re conducting a symphony of instruments to create the right rhythm for your company. In episode four, Amanda chats with Coré Cotton, CEO of The Empowerment Collective and creator of Elite Accelerator. As Wells Fargo’s assistant GC and a Grammy award-winning vocalist, Ms. Cotton is a maestro at weaving music and law. Stephen Powell, Relativity’s director of operational risk management, joins them to groove about securing dat...
May 18, 2021•23 min•Season 1Ep. 4
Offense wins games, but defense wins trust—and the only way to earn your clients’ faith is to keep their most private data safe. In episode three of Security Sandbox, Amanda Fennell mobilizes her own special forces by recruiting Tony Cianflone, creator of Tactical Fighting Systems, and Relativity Manager of Cloud Security, Jessica MacAllister. Together, they explore deploying the Israeli martial art of Krav Maga in the ultimate cyber stakeout.
Apr 15, 2021•22 min•Season 1Ep. 3
Indiana Jones told us: “X never, ever marks the spot.” In cybersecurity, how do we figure out where to dig and go deeper? In episode two of Security Sandbox, host Amanda Fennell, a former archeology major, delves deep into the brain of 2020’s Archaeologist of the Year, Dr. Alison Sheridan. Alongside Yvan Foonde, Relativity’s incident response manager, these fearless adventurers exhume the joints between excavations, curation, and digital investigations.
Mar 18, 2021•22 min•Season 1Ep. 2
In our inaugural episode of Security Sandbox, Amanda Fennell chats with her spouse, Dr. Vernard S. Fennell, endovascular neurosurgeon at New Orleans Oschner Health. Also joining the conversation is Darian Lewis, Relativity’s staff threat intelligence analyst, who’ll help this power couple perform a biopsy on the most secure data in Relativity. Specifically, they uncover three tips on averting and a crisis (in the OR or your data stores): preparing for anything, learning to unwind, and being the ...
Mar 18, 2021•22 min•Season 1Ep. 1
