dnsUNFILTERED: Tiernan O'Malley, Framework Security

In this episode of dnsUNFILTERED, Mikey Pruitt interviews Tiernan O'Malley, Director of Client Services at Framework Security. They discuss the concept of Zero Trust in cybersecurity, emphasizing its importance as a strategy and culture rather than just compliance. The conversation explores the role of AI in enhancing cybersecurity measures, the necessity of governance frameworks for AI, and the challenges of communicating cybersecurity risks to stakeholders. Tiernan shares insights on the significance of security awareness training and the need for a proactive security mindset within organizations. The episode concludes with a look at future trends in cybersecurity, particularly the integration of AI and risk management.

• Zero Trust is more about culture than compliance.
• Visibility in cybersecurity is crucial for effective risk management.
• AI will play a significant role in the future of cybersecurity.
• Security awareness training should be interactive and frequent.
• Leadership buy-in is essential for effective training programs.
• Risk assessments can directly impact financial decisions.
• Creating a security mindset is vital for organizational safety.
• Compliance should not feel like a checkbox exercise.
• Human intuition is irreplaceable in cybersecurity assessments.
• Continuous learning is necessary in the evolving cybersecurity landscape.