Can multi-factor authentication really “solve” security, or are attackers already two steps ahead? In this episode of The Secure Developer, we sit down with Paul Querna, CTO and co-founder at ConductorOne, to unpack the evolving landscape between authentication and authorisation. In our conversation, Paul delves into the difference between authorisation and authentication, why authorisation issues have only been solved for organisations that invest properly, and why that progress has pushed attackers toward session theft and abusing standing privilege.

Bob Remeika, CEO and Co-Founder of Ragie, joins host Danny Allan to demystify Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) and its role in building secure, powerful AI applications. They explore the nuances of RAG, differentiating it from fine-tuning, and discuss how it handles diverse data types while mitigating performance challenges. The conversation also covers the rise of AI agents, security best practices like data segmentation, and the exciting future of AI in amplifying developer productivity.

Machine learning has been around for decades, but as it evolves rapidly, the need for robust security grows even more urgent. Today on the Secure Developer, co-founder and CEO of Mindgard, Dr. Peter Garraghan, joins us to discuss his take on the future of AI. Tuning in, you’ll hear all about Peter’s background and career, his thoughts on deep neural networks, where we stand in the evolution of machine learning, and so much more! We delve into why he chooses to focus on security in deep neural networks before he shares how he performs security testing. We even discuss large language model attacks and why security is the responsibility of all parties within an AI organisation. Finally, our guest shares what excites him and scares him about the future of AI.

Will AI replace developers? In this episode, Snyk CTO Danny Allan chats with Michael Grinich, the founder and CEO of WorkOS, about the evolving landscape of software development in the age of AI. Michael shares a fascinating analogy, comparing the shift in software engineering to the historical evolution of music—from every family having a piano to the modern era of digital creation with tools like GarageBand. They explore the concept of "vibe coding," the future of development frameworks, and how lessons from the browser wars—specifically the advent of sandboxing—can inform how we build secure AI-driven applications.

How do we apply the battle-tested principles of authentication and authorization to the rapidly evolving world of AI and Large Language Models (LLMs)? In this episode, we're joined by Aaron Parecki, Director of Identity Standards at Okta, to explore the past, present, and future of OAuth. We dive into the lessons learned from the evolution of OAuth 1.0 to 2.1, discuss the critical role of standards in securing new technologies, and unpack how identity frameworks can be extended to provide secure, manageable access for AI agents in enterprise environments.

Dive into the ever-evolving world of platform engineering with Cory O’Daniel, CEO and co-founder of Massdriver. This episode explores the journey of DevOps, the challenges of building and scaling infrastructure, and the crucial role of creating effective abstractions to empower developers. Cory shares his insights on the shift towards platform engineering as a means to build more secure and efficient software by default.

Jeremy Snyder is the co-founder and CEO of FireTail, a company that enables organizations to adopt AI safely without sacrificing speed or innovation. In this conversation, Jeremy shares his deep expertise in API and AI security, highlighting the second wave of cloud adoption and his pivotal experiences at AWS during key moments in its growth from startup onwards.


Is the traditional Silicon Valley startup model harming the security industry? In this episode of The Secure Developer, Danny Allan talks with Melanie Rieback, founder of Radically Open Security, about shaking up the industry with nonprofit business models. Tuning in, you’ll learn about the inner workings of Radically Open Security as a non-profit organization and the positive impact its donations have had on the open source ecosystem. We discuss the benefits of a steward-ownership business model, why it pairs so well with open source, and its power to reform venture capital and align incentives with long-term sustainability. For those interested in diving deeper, Melanie shares resources from her startup incubator, Nonprofit Ventures, and her free online Post Growth Entrepreneurship course. Tune in to learn why reforming our business models is vital for preserving and protecting our open source ecosystem and, by extension, security!


In this episode of The Secure Developer, Danny Allan sits down with Akira Brand, AVP of Application Security at PRA Group, to explore the evolving landscape of application security and AI. Akira shares her unconventional journey from opera to cybersecurity, discusses why AppSec is fundamentally a customer service role and breaks down how AI is reshaping security workflows. Tune in to hear insights on integrating security seamlessly into development, AI’s role in secure coding, and the future of AppSec in a rapidly shifting tech landscape.

In this episode of The Secure Developer, host Danny Allan sits down with Alex Salazar, founder and CEO of Arcade, to discuss the evolving landscape of authentication and authorization in an AI-driven world. Alex shares insights on the shift from traditional front-door security to back-end agent interactions, the challenges of securing AI-driven agents, and the role of identity in modern security frameworks. The conversation delves into the future of AI, agentic workflows, and how organizations can navigate authentication, authorization, and security in this new era.

In this episode of The Secure Developer, Danny Allan sits down with Mrinal Wadhwa, CTO at Ockam, to explore the evolving landscape of secure communication in distributed systems. They discuss the challenges of securing microservices, IoT networks, and Kubernetes environments and how traditional TLS-based security models may no longer be sufficient. Mrinal shares insights into Ockam’s approach to end-to-end encrypted, mutually authenticated channels and the impact of WebAssembly, passkeys, and modern cryptographic identity management on security. Tune in for a deep dive into how organizations can rethink security at runtime to minimize risks in today’s complex digital ecosystems.

In this episode of The Secure Developer, Danny Allan, CTO of Snyk, sits down with Wayne Chang, Founder and CEO of SpruceID, to explore the evolving landscape of digital identity and security. From self-sovereign identity to the role of AI in authentication, they discuss the future of identity management, the risks of centralized systems, and the benefits of decentralized approaches. They also dive into how policy, compliance, and emerging technologies like passkeys and zero-knowledge proofs are shaping the security ecosystem.

Security is more than just a checklist—it’s a cultural movement. In this episode, Dustin Lehr, Co-founder of Katilyst, joins Danny Allan to explore the intersection of security, engineering, and culture. They discuss how to foster security champions, scale security programs, and build a culture where developers naturally integrate security into their workflows. Dustin shares insights from his extensive career, offering practical strategies for creating lasting change in security practices.

Join Jeremiah Grossman, application security pioneer and former CEO of WhiteHat Security, as he reflects on decades of innovation in the industry, from the early days of OWASP to today’s AI-driven development landscape. Explore critical discussions about the escalating costs of security, aligning developer incentives, and the future challenges posed by AI-generated vulnerabilities. Packed with insights, this episode dives deep into the strategies and frameworks shaping the way we build and secure modern software.

In this episode of The Secure Developer, host Danny Allan sits down with David Mytton, founder and CEO of Arcjet, former CEO of Server Density, and co-founder of Console.dev. David shares his insights into bridging the “developer-security gap” with Arcjet, a cutting-edge middleware SDK designed to empower developers with advanced security tools like rate limiting and bot protection. The conversation dives into the evolution of developer tools, the growing role of AI in coding, and the future of secure software development in modern environments. David also offers a fascinating perspective on sustainable computing and the impact of clean energy in the tech industry.

Imagine if AI could detect and fix vulnerabilities in your code faster and with greater precision than ever before. That future is already here! In today’s episode, we’re joined by Berkay Berabi, an AI researcher and Senior Software Engineer at Snyk, to dive into the cutting-edge world of AI-powered vulnerability detection. Berkay offers insight into how Snyk is leveraging a hybrid AI approach to detect and fix vulnerabilities in code, combining human-driven expertise with machine learning for greater accuracy and scalability. He also introduces CodeReduce, a game-changing tool by Snyk that strips away irrelevant code, streamlining the detection process and addressing the challenges posed by complex, multi-step data flows. Through rigorous model testing, Snyk ensures that AI-generated fixes are validated to prevent errors, making the process faster and more reliable.

Are you ready to revolutionize your coding experience with cutting-edge AI tools? In this episode of The Secure Developer, host Danny Allan is joined by Jeff Wang, Head of Business at Codeium, to take a deep dive into the transformative power of generative AI in software development. Discover how coding assistants have evolved from simple auto-complete functions to sophisticated AI-driven tools, the significant impact these advancements have had on productivity and innovation, and how Codeium is addressing some of the security challenges they pose. Tuning in, you’ll learn how you can stay ahead in the rapidly changing tech landscape and supercharge your development process.

In this episode of The Secure Developer, David Imhoff, Director of DevSecOps and Product Security at Kroger, shares insights on implementing DevSecOps in large organizations. He discusses balancing regulatory compliance with business objectives, fostering a security culture, and the challenges of risk mitigation. David also explores the importance of asset management, security champions, and the potential impact of AI on cybersecurity practices.

In this special episode of The Secure Developer, host Danny Allan interviews Snyk founder Guy Podjarny about the origins and evolution of Snyk. Guy shares his journey from conceptualizing Snyk in the shower to building it into a developer-first security platform. They discuss the challenges and successes of integrating security into the developer workflow, the importance of open-source security, and the impact of AI on the industry. Guy also provides insights into Snyk’s focus on remediation and the future of autonomous developer security.

In this episode of The Secure Developer we're joined by Brian Vallelunga, Founder and CEO of Doppler, to discuss the importance of secrets management in modern application development. Brian shares his journey in creating Doppler, a secrets manager designed for developers and DevOps teams, and highlights the challenges organizations face in managing sensitive data such as API keys, database credentials, and certificates. The conversation explores best practices for secure secret storage, the need for industry-wide adoption of secrets rotation, and the potential impact of AI on the future of secrets management and identity-based authentication.