Security | Threat Detection | Cyberattacks | DevSecOps | Compliance

October 2024

Insider Threats & Third Party Risk: How to Manage Security Threats | Razorthorn Security

Every vendor you trust and every employee you hire could be your next security crisis—explore the realities of third party risk and insider threats on this episode of Razorwire! Join us for a discussion on the multifaceted challenges of third party risk and how they can destabilise your organisation. From the growing complexities of cloud providers like AWS and Azure to detecting and dealing with insider threats, our conversation covers it all.

Unlocking the Potential of GRC Tools: A Path to Strategic Risk Management

By James Rees, MD, Razorthorn Security In today’s complex cybersecurity landscape, Governance, Risk and Compliance (GRC) tools have become essential for organisations managing intricate security ecosystems. These tools are designed to centralise information, streamline processes and offer crucial insights into an organisation’s risk posture. However, as cybersecurity expert Jack Jones revealed when he joined me on a recent podcast, the reality often falls short of these ambitious claims.

How to Optimise Your GRC Tools: Improving Value, Efficiency & True Risk Management

In this episode of Razorwire, we're joined by Jack Jones, creator of the FAIR risk model, to explore the complexities of Governance, Risk and Compliance (GRC) tools. We cut through the noise to deliver actionable insights on how to truly manage risk and improve the value and efficiency of your GRC solutions.

The Rise of AI and Deep Fakes: A Growing Threat to National Security | Razorthorn Security

Lisa Ventura highlights the increasing cybersecurity threats, including attacks on nation states and the rise of deep fakes. She also critiques how AI is often used as a marketing buzzword rather than real technological advancement.​

The Master Manipulators: How Narcissists Thrive in Cybersecurity | Razorthorn Security

Lisa Ventura talks about how narcissists often rise to the top in organisations through manipulation and charm. She reveals the irony of narcissists being the biggest imposters while explaining how they succeed by pressing the right buttons.

Navigating Mental Health, Narcissism & Burnout in Cybersecurity

The cybersecurity industry is known for its cutting edge technology and constant evolution, but beneath the surface of firewalls and threat detection lies a aspect that’s discussed less regularly: the mental health and wellbeing of its professionals. As cyber threats grow more sophisticated, so too does the pressure on those tasked with defending against them.

Battling Imposter Syndrome in Cybersecurity: A Personal Journey | Razorthorn Security

Lisa Ventura shares her personal struggle with imposter syndrome and how it almost held her back from launching a cybersecurity association. Learn about her journey in overcoming self-doubt and raising awareness through an annual imposter syndrome day.

Navigating Mental Health, Narcissism & Burnout in Cybersecurity with Lisa Ventura MBE

Welcome to Razorwire, the podcast where I, Jame Rees, cover the cybersecurity topics that matter with expert guests from across the industry. We aim to help cybersecurity professionals enhance their skills, improve their work performance, and boost their overall quality of life in this demanding field.