With decades of experience in government and private sector cybersecurity, Chris Roberts serves as an influential voice for IT leaders seeking to manage risk and drive real change. His unique perspective stems from time in the military combined with high-impact work as an offensive security expert. Chris leverages his extensive technical expertise and passion for communication to guide clients on improving maturity, optimizing risk, and achieving operational resilience.
In this compelling conversation, we explore critical issues facing modern IT leaders. Our guest Chris Roberts provides unique perspective, drawing from his extensive cybersecurity experience to discuss evaluating risk, establishing visibility, and choosing the right partners. You’ll discover proven methods for evaluating your security posture and partnering with key vendors to drive meaningful change. Whether you lead a small firm or a large enterprise, this conversation provides actionable steps you can take to strengthen security, align teams, and build a culture of resilience. Expect candid insights from a pioneering hacker along with memorable stories that reveal why empowering your most important assets – people – is the key to cyber preparedness and operational excellence.
Don’t just accept what vendors and suppliers tell you. Demand accountability and confidentiality protections.
Mistakes and the Cost of Signing a Document [00:06:36]
Finding comfort in fighting for change and protecting others [00:08:42]
Unforgiving nature of the job and the need for collaboration [00:11:37]
Evolution of IT and the rise of security [00:13:10]
Virtual CSO vs MSP: Changing the Security Landscape [00:17:12]
Lack of Collaboration and Communication in the Industry [00:19:40]
Confidentiality Issues in Sharing Sensitive Information [00:24:09]
Childhood Adventures and Mischievous Antics with Jason [00:26:31]
Discussion on Favorite Tech Vendors [00:27:43]
Siobhan and Gabrielle’s work on awareness and visibility [00:29:48]
Early Computing Adventures and Crazy Conspiracy Theories [00:40:49]
Moon Landing Conspiracy Theories: Fake Buildings and Camera Bunkers [00:45:15]
Leadership Articles / Emerging Topics / Nagging Issues
A revolutionary podcast focused on solving IT challenges and growing the value of IT.
