In this episode of The New CISO , host Steve Moore speaks with Aleksandar Radosavljevic, Global CISO at Global Fashion Group, about building trust, measuring resilience, and the evolving role of the security leader. Aleksandar shares how his unexpected pivot from electrical engineering to cybersecurity sparked a passion for protecting systems and solving problems. With over two decades of experience across pharma, manufacturing, and tech, he offers insights into how security leaders can establis...
Jul 03, 2025•51 min•Season 1Ep. 131
In this episode of The New CISO , host Steve Moore speaks with Keith Price, Chief Security Officer at National Highways, about the evolving responsibilities of modern security leaders and the critical role of convergence between cyber, physical, and people security. Keith shares real-world stories from his work protecting England’s strategic road network—used by over four million people daily—and explains why understanding both legacy infrastructure and cutting-edge technology is essential for b...
Jun 12, 2025•1 hr•Season 1Ep. 130
In this episode of The New CISO , host Steve Moore speaks with Ben, Director of Group Security and Architecture at Bilfinger, about the role of self-awareness, confidence, and communication in effective cybersecurity leadership. Ben shares his unconventional path to becoming a CISO, how he applies the “ done is better than perfect ” philosophy, and why embracing vulnerability, curiosity, and creativity is key to building strong teams. From baking sourdough to producing his own podcast, Ben highl...
May 22, 2025•48 min•Season 1Ep. 129
In this episode of The New CISO , host Steve Moore talks with Nithin Reddy, Global VP of Cybersecurity at Dayforce, about how his dual roles in cybersecurity leadership and education shape his approach to building stronger, smarter teams. Nithin reveals how teaching cybersecurity not only amplifies his impact but also sharpens his communication and leadership skills. From protecting millions of users’ data to mentoring students and influencing curriculum design, he shares why simplifying complex...
May 01, 2025•52 min•Season 1Ep. 128
In this episode of The New CISO , host Steve Moore speaks with Rich Durost, Chief Information Security Officer at Froedtert ThedaCare Health, about his journey from West Point cadet to cybersecurity leader—and what slicing cake has to do with building effective security programs. Drawing from 23 years in the military and over 15 years in cybersecurity, Rich shares how discipline, preparation, and teamwork—skills first sharpened during plebe year dessert duty—translate directly into the responsib...
Apr 10, 2025•46 min•Season 1Ep. 127
In this episode of The New CISO , host Steve Moore sits down with Michael Mendelsohn, CISO at Majesco, to discuss his journey in cybersecurity—from his early days as a software developer to leading security for a major insurance software company. Michael shares insights into the evolving role of a CISO, the intersection of security and technology, and how curiosity and problem-solving have shaped his career. He dives into his experience building Arcus, an early security tool designed for softwar...
Mar 20, 2025•52 min•Season 1Ep. 126
In this episode of The New CISO , host Steve Moore sits down with Yannick Herrebaut, Cyber Resilience Manager at the Port of Antwerp-Bruges, to explore his unconventional journey from intern to security leader. Yannick shares how his early passion for technology, sparked by gaming and building his own PCs, laid the foundation for his career in cybersecurity. They discuss the importance of strong internship programs, the transition from network engineering to security leadership, and the key less...
Feb 27, 2025•51 min•Season 1Ep. 125
In this insightful episode of The New CISO , host Steve Moore reconnects with Azzam Zahir to explore his career evolution, from cybersecurity leadership to his recent role as a vertical CIO at General Motors. Azzam shares candid reflections on his conscious decision to leave his 12-year tenure, embracing change, and navigating personal growth in leadership roles. Dive into Azzam’s inspiring journey as he discusses: Overcoming Career Burnout : How to recognize signs of exhaustion and take proacti...
Jan 23, 2025•45 min•Season 1Ep. 124
In this insightful episode of The New CISO , host Steve Moore sits down with Sanju Misra, Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) at Alnylam Pharmaceuticals, to explore the pivotal moments that have shaped her impressive career in cybersecurity leadership. Sanju shares her strategies for navigating career transitions, the importance of aligning with a company’s mission, and how to identify the right time to move on from a role. Listeners will gain valuable insights into: How Sanju built her ca...
Dec 26, 2024•26 min•Season 1Ep. 123
In this episode of The New CISO , host Steve Moore is joined by Sanju Misra, CISO and IT Risk Leader at Alnylam Pharmaceuticals. Sanju shares her journey from a college side hustle on a typewriter to becoming a security leader in the pharmaceutical industry. Along the way, she reflects on the importance of taking risks, embracing roles outside of your comfort zone, and the power of transferable skills. Listen to Steve and Sanju discuss career transitions, building diverse teams, and why not chec...
Dec 03, 2024•32 min•Season 1Ep. 122
In this episode of The New CISO , host Steve Moore welcomes Ryan Shaw, Director of Information Security at Bond Brand Loyalty. Ryan shares his unique journey from working in kitchens and warehousing to becoming a leader in cybersecurity. He reflects on the importance of career change, battling imposter syndrome, and the challenges candidates face in a tough job market where companies often hunt for "unicorn" candidates. Listen to Steve and Ryan discuss the transition into IT security, why hiring...
Nov 07, 2024•42 min•Season 1Ep. 121
Summary: In this episode of The New CISO , host Steve Moore speaks with Nicola Sotira, Head of CERT at Poste Italiane, about his journey from technical expert to business leader, all while following his dreams. Nicola shares the importance of mentorship, the value of building strong teams, and how he applied a Viking mentality to overcome challenges in his career. Listen in as Nicola reflects on leaving a prestigious role in Italy to embrace new opportunities abroad and what aspiring leaders can...
Oct 17, 2024•30 min•Season 1Ep. 120
Episode Summary: In this episode of The New CISO , host Steve Moore is joined by Nicola Sotira, head of CERT at Poste Italiane. Nicola shares his journey from working on cryptographic devices in the pre-internet era to leading security teams today. His early work with assembly language, hardware security, and cryptanalysis offered unique challenges, but it also taught him the value of persistence, creativity, and mentorship. Steve and Nicola discuss the evolving role of hardware in cybersecurity...
Sep 26, 2024•28 min•Season 1Ep. 119
In this episode of The New CISO , host Steve Moore sits down with Larry Pfeifer, CEO and President of Metrics That Matter, for a deep dive into the evolving role of the CISO and the increasing importance of cybersecurity insurance. Larry offers valuable insights drawn from his unconventional career in cybersecurity, sharing advice for CISOs and entrepreneurs alike. From the need for CISOs to shift from awareness providers to business decision-makers, to the surprising connection between cybersec...
Sep 05, 2024•26 min•Season 1Ep. 118
In this episode of The New CISO, host Steve is joined by Larry Pfeifer, CEO and President of Metrics That Matter. Although Larry is not a CISO, he has worked in many adjacent fields, including the US military, university IT research, sales engineering, and more. As a result of his vast experience, Larry has a unique lens on cybersecurity. Listen to the episode to learn more about Larry’s fascinating career journey, what salespeople and IT professionals have in common, and why he decided to start...
Aug 15, 2024•40 min•Season 1Ep. 117
In this episode of The New CISO, Steve is again joined by guest Grant Lockwood, Comedian, DJ, and the Chief Information Security Officer at Virtus Health. Today, Grant returns to explain how his approach to effective communication has evolved since becoming a security leader. Listen to the episode to learn the difference between safety and security, how stand-up comedy gave Grant an efficient framework for his CISO role, and the importance of having balance outside of work through hobbies. Liste...
Jul 25, 2024•20 min•Season 1Ep. 116
In this episode of The New CISO, Steve is joined by guest Grant Lockwood, Chief Information Security Officer at Virtus Health. After starting his career in an administrative position, Grant found himself getting bored. After being urged by his wife, Grant turned things around and is now a DJ, comedian, and, of course, a successful CISO. Listen to the episode to learn more about Grant’s impressive career journey, how to make your content compelling, and the transferable skills from performing com...
Jul 04, 2024•31 min•Season 1Ep. 115
In this episode of The New CISO, host Steve is joined by returning guest Sándor Incze, CISO at CM.com. In part two of his interview, Sándor shares his strategies for boosting team productivity. As a long-time security leader, Sándor understands how to get the best out of his team. Listen to the episode to learn more about the difference between nervousness and excitement, the benefits of his CM model, and how running a cyber security staff is like soccer. Listen to Steve and Sándor discuss how s...
Jun 13, 2024•30 min•Season 1Ep. 114
In this episode of The New CISO, host Steve is joined by guest Sándor Incze, CISO at CM.com. Today, Sándor shares his untraditional path to a dual career in the Infosec and law enforcement industries. Through diligence, initiative, and automation, Sándor has been able to balance both of his life’s passions. Listen to the episode to learn more about Sándor’s extensive professional journey, the benefits of automation, and how personal interactions can shape your perspective on a crisis. Listen to ...
May 23, 2024•30 min•Season 1Ep. 113
In this episode of The New CISO, host Steve is joined again by guest Ash Hunt, Global CISO at Apex Group Ltd. Today, Ash shares how he transitioned from his career as a jazz musician into the vastly different world of cyber security. He also reveals his tips as a leader and a decision-maker. Listen to the episode to learn more about Ash’s unique professional journey, how security leaders inhibit their candidate search, and the secrets behind an empowered staff. Listen to Steve and Ash discuss th...
May 02, 2024•41 min•Season 1Ep. 112
In this episode of The New CISO, Steve is joined by guest Ash Hunt, Global CISO at Apex Group Ltd. Today, Steve and Ash dive into the action of M&A (mergers and acquisitions) and how to conduct it well. As a CISO at one of the world’s largest administrators, Ash shares his valuable insight on loss, risk, and revenue generation in a constantly changing IT environment. Tune in to learn more about what causes loss during a merger, why decision management and risk management are one and the same...
Apr 11, 2024•35 min•Season 1Ep. 111
In this episode of The New CISO, host Steve is joined again by guest Ron Banks, CISO at Toyota Financial Services. In part two of his interview series, Ron shares his career advice for new cyber leaders. Listen to the episode to learn more about Ron’s take on China’s strategies, the importance of being inquisitive, and why we must be calm under chaos. Listen to Steve and Ron discuss key attributes CISOs look for in a young manager and the importance of communication and leadership: Where We Left...
Mar 21, 2024•30 min•Season 1Ep. 110
In this episode of The New CISO, host Steve is joined by guest Ron Banks, CISO at Toyota Financial Services. In part one of his two-part interview, Ron shares how he transitioned from a fighter pilot to a cybersecurity leader. He also digs into what is required for a joint government, private industry, cyber offensive response. Listen to the episode to learn more about Ron’s years as a combat veteran, how the government can improve security strategies, and the necessity of political will. Listen...
Feb 29, 2024•35 min•Season 1Ep. 109
In this episode of The New CISO, host Steve is joined by guest Mani Masood, Head of Information Security and Applied AI at a prominent healthcare MSP. Also a professor and family man, Mani’s various life experiences shaped his impressive decades-long career. Today, he shares his insight on balancing education with experience and embracing AI as a security leader. Listen to the episode to learn more about Mani’s career and education journey, the importance of having real-world skills, and what in...
Feb 08, 2024•52 min•Season 1Ep. 108
In this episode of The New CISO, Steve is joined by returning guest Dr. Adrian Mayers, VP and CISO at Premera Blue Cross. As a veteran CISO, Dr. Adrian reveals his stress management and career tips. He also shares his thoughts on AI and its effect on the current threat landscape. Tune in to this week’s episode to learn more about determining your next career move, giving yourself grace, and why we shouldn’t vilify artificial intelligence. Listen to Steve and Dr. Adrian discuss evolving technolog...
Jan 18, 2024•53 min•Season 1Ep. 107
In this episode of The New CISO, guest Chris Fredrick, Deputy CISO at Baxter International, returns for the final part of his interview series with host Steve. In parts one and two, Chris shared his background and the lessons he’s learned during a breach. Today, Chris joins host Steve to discuss maintaining a productive outlook while looking for a new position. Listen to the episode to learn more about the lessons you can learn at every role, the importance of perception, and job-hunting challen...
Dec 28, 2023•30 min•Season 1Ep. 106
In this episode of The New CISO, guest Chris Fredrick, Deputy CISO at Baxter International, returns for the second part of his interview series with host Steve. In part one, Chris shared his background and the beginning of his professional journey. Today, Chris joins host Steve to discuss a pivotal moment in their careers: a significant breach. Listen to the episode to learn more about how Chris transitioned into a managerial role and stepped up during a crisis. Listen to Steve and Chris discuss...
Dec 07, 2023•36 min•Season 1Ep. 105
In this episode of The New CISO, Steve is kicking off the first part of a three-part series with guest Chris Fredrick, Deputy CISO at Baxter International. Chris began his career as a technician and met Steve on a small security team managing a large network. Now, Chris joins today to share key lessons from his early career and set the stage for the next upcoming episodes. Listen to the episode to learn more about Steve and Chris’ time working together, the process of changing companies, and lea...
Nov 16, 2023•28 min•Season 1Ep. 104
In this episode of The New CISO, Steve is joined by guest Scott Moser, CISO at the Sabre Corporation. After twenty-five years, Scott retired from the Air Force to try his hand at the private sector. Now, Scott is transforming the CISO role from technical expert to business executive. Listen to the episode to learn more about Scott’s professional journey, being a customer-focused security professional, and what he learned from the Sabre interview process. Listen to Steve and Scott discuss contrib...
Nov 02, 2023•46 min•Season 1Ep. 103
In this episode of The New CISO, Steve is joined by guest Mike Melo, CISO and VP of IT Shared Services with LifeLabs. After switching his studies from human viruses to computer viruses, Mike dedicated his career to technology and the people who use it. Today, he shares his methodologies for post-breach cyber-security transformations and leading remote teams. Listen to the episode to learn more about Mike’s career journey, the importance of the customer mindset, and the three tenets of his Zelda-...
Oct 19, 2023•52 min•Season 1Ep. 102
