It's officially Cybersecurity Awareness Month with the theme being ‘Stay Safe Online’ this year. It’s an important month as it helps organizations and people build awareness and serves as a reminder to follow best practices to ensure digital safety. Tune into this podcast as RSAC is joined by the National Cybersecurity Alliance team who will delve into the history and transformation of Cybersecurity Awareness Month to help boost your security awareness. Lisa Plaggemier, Executive Director, National Cybersecurity Alliance Cliff Steinhauer, Director, Information Security & Engagement National Cybersecurity Alliance Tatyana Sanchez, Content & Program Coordinator, RSAC Kacy Zurkus, Director, Content, RSAC

Organizations often spend a lot of time ensuring they're complying with cybersecurity standards and regulations, but often, accessibility standards are overlooked. Accessibility, in a sense, starts with compliance as well. However, cybersecurity vendors, platforms, and programs often don't know these standards exist, don't know the legal ramifications of not adhering to them, and don't know how to even begin to make the necessary changes. Tune into this podcast to learn how to bridge the gap between accessibility and cybersecurity. Florian Beijers, Accessibility Expert, Dexxit Tatyana Sanchez, Content & Program Coordinator, RSAC Kacy Zurkus, Director, Content, RSAC

Forbes recently reported that 81% of organizations cite AI agents as a top or high priority compared to other AI initiatives, with 51% of organizations already deploying AI agents. Building AI agents can be both rewarding and challenging, and if not built correctly, they can create major security risks. How can organization safely build agents? Tune into this podcast to get a security blueprint when building agents. Manish Kumar Yadav, Principal Security Architect, SAP Jim Rotan, VP, Head of Application Security & Automation, SAP Tatyana Sanchez, Content and Programming Coordinator, RSAC Kacy Zurkus, Director, Content, RSAC

Learn how to design and maintain resilient, high-availability systems that scale. This session dives into real-world outage scenarios and the engineering strategies that enabled rapid recovery. Discover proven techniques like graceful degradation, fallback logic, and fault isolation, plus practical guidance on scaling cloud-native services. We’ll explore how to balance cost vs. availability, apply reliability patterns, and build systems that withstand failures helping your organization deliver reliable, scalable services even under stress. Ravi Teja Thutari, Senior SOftware Engineer, Hopper Tatyana Sanchez, Content & Program Coordinator, RSAC Kacy Zurkus, Director, Content, RSAC

The RSAC™ 2026 Call for Submissions is now open! Wondering what will WOW the reviewers? We asked our Program Committee members what’s front of mind for them, and they want to read about everything from industry challenges in the SOC to the art of threat intelligence to where AI is having the most impact. Join us to learn how to make your RSAC 2026 Conference submission stand out. Speakers: Etay Maor, Chief Security Strategist, Cato Networks Pamela Fusco, Chairman & Founder, CBG and ZuluTails Tatyana Sanchez, Content & Programming Coordinator, RSAC Kacy Zurkus, Director of Content, RSAC

Every vulnerability announcement comes with a score. We’ve all seen them. We’ve all panicked when they are high. But where did that score come from, how was it calculated, and what is up with that string of random letters next to it? Those answers and more in this intro to where Common Vulnerability Scoring System (CVSS) scores come from, what's new in version 4, and the parts you aren't doing. Speakers: Chris Taylor, Principal Consultant, Taksati Consulting, Kacy Zurkus, Director of Content, RSAC, and Tatyana Sanchez, Content & Programming Coordinator, RSAC

Planning to submit a session proposal for the RSAC™ 2026 Conference? This podcast offers essential guidance on navigating the Call for Speakers (CFS) process. Join us as we speak with a Program Committee Member who will provide valuable tips and insights on crafting a compelling and innovative submission. Learn how to make your proposal stand out before the CFS opens later this month. Speakers: John Elliott, Principal Consultant, Withoutfire and Pluralsight Author Tatyana Sanchez, Content & Program Coordinator, RSAC Kacy Zurkus, Director, Content, RSAC

Jennifer Leggio will discuss her RSAC(TM) 2025 Conference session on how it's critical that practitioners find ways to unlock courage, in the right ways, at the right times. This podcast will show every attendee how to turn their dulcet roar into a grand one, and change the trajectory of their cyber careers, and they will be given a clear format on how to make this happen. Speakers: Jennifer Leggio, Chief Strategy Officer, W2 Communications, Kacy Zurkus, Director of Content, RSAC, and Tatyana Sanchez, Content & Programming Coordinator, RSAC

Generative AI is revolutionizing content creation, from news to entertainment. But as AI tools create increasingly realistic text, images, and video, the line between truth and fiction blurs. This podcast episode dives into the critical ethical and security challenges posed by deceptive generative AI. Tune in to explore the implications and potential solutions! Speakers: Aparna Achanta, Principal Security Architect, IBM, Tatyana Sanchez, Content & Programming Coordinator, RSAC, Kacy Zurkus, Director, Content, RSAC

As technology evolves, it's hard to imagine what the cybersecurity workforce of the future will look like. What skills will they need, what new roles will emerge? Regardless of 'what,' the industry will need, they will need a human workforce. So how can the practitioners, parents, and educators inspire curiosity in young people so that they see cybersecurity as a career path of interest where they belong? Listen in as RSAC explores this topic with industry influencers. Speakers: Jason Blanchard, Content & Community Director, Black Hills Information Security David Brumley, CEO, Mayhem Security John Hammond, Principal Security Researcher, Huntress Kacy Zurkus, Director, Content, RSAC

The cybersecurity industry is in a constant state of flux, presenting both challenges and opportunities for professionals at all levels. Staying ahead requires more than technical skills; it demands strategic thinking and ability to stay relevant. In this talk we will share my insights about the future of the industry and how you can find a place to start or continue your career and reach the top. Speakers: Alex Holden, CISO, Hold Security, LLC Tatyana Sanchez, Content & Program Coordinator, RSAC Kacy Zurkus, Director, Content, RSAC

With RSAC™ 2025 Conference just around the corner, join us for a sneak peek into the Third Party & Vendor Risk Management track. We're thrilled to welcome the program committee for this track as we preview the key themes and trends emerging from this year's submissions. The committee will share their perspectives on the critical insights and valuable takeaways attendees can expect to gain from this year’s sessions. Speakers: Edna Conway, CEO, Board Director, Sr. Nonresident Fellow, EMC Advisors, Active Cypher, Attabotics, Critical Start, Cyber Re, Carnegie Endowment for International Peace Todd Inskeep, Executive Cybersecurity Advsior, Incovate Solutions Tatyana Sanchez, Content & Program Coordinator, RSAC Kacy Zurkus, Director, Content, RSAC

This Podcast explores the essential skills needed to effectively influence leadership during a crisis. It begins by exploring different roles of crisis management and attendees will learn the importance of understanding what motivates the stakeholders and how aligning with these priorities enhances influence and explores the importance of building trust and credibility long before a crisis hits. Speakers: Nas Hajia, Seucrity Architect, Director, Okta Tatyana Sanchez, Content & Program Coordinator, RSAC Kacy Zurkus, Director, Content, RSAC

In this Podcast, we're joined by the Critical Infrastructure Program Committees to discuss the exciting submissions they've received for RSAC 2025. We'll delve into the key trends they observed, what submissions stood out to them, and what they're most looking forward to experiencing at Conference. Tune in to hear valuable insights and reflections from these industry experts. Speakers: Dawn Cappelli, Director, OT-CERT, Dragos Patrick Miller, CEO, Ampyx Cyber John Johnson, CISO, Docent Institute, & Founder/CEO, Aligned Security Tatyana Sanchez, Content & Program Coordinator, RSAC Kacy Zurkus, Director, Content, RSAC

Seniors face growing cyberthreats like phishing and identity theft. This session simplifies cybersecurity, offering practical tools and strategies to help older adults and their caregivers recognize and avoid scams. Attendees will gain clear, actionable steps to protect themselves and their loved ones from evolving online dangers. Speakers: Alex East, Senior Solutions Engineer, Armorcode Tatyana Sanchez, Content & Program Coordinator, RSAC Kacy Zurkus, Director, Content, RSAC

In today’s technological landscape, integrating AI into business operations presents both opportunities and complex security challenges. Our podcast will explore the importance of our Security Strategy and Architecture track, which examines robust security strategies from a diverse set of subject matter experts. We will cover foundational topics including the evolution of defense in depth, advanced threat modeling, adherence to established and evolving security standards and frameworks, and addressing more sophisticated attacks. We’ll also highlight innovative solutions and open-source frameworks shaping security, helping businesses enhance their security posture, comply with regulations, and fully harness emerging technologies to drive growth and efficiency. Additionally, we will explore the trends we have seen this year while reading the submissions. Join us for actionable insights to navigate the complexities of cybersecurity by careful design and implementing effective strategies to safeguard your organization and drive progress. Speakers: Abhilasha Bhargav-Spantzel, Partner Security Architect, Microsoft Kelley Misata, Founder and Chief Trailblazer, Sightline Security & President, Open Information Security Foundation (OISF/Suricata) Ed Moyle, Partner, SecuirtyCurve Tatyana Sanchez, Content & Program Coordinator, RSAC Kacy Zurkus, Director, Content, RSAC Listen to more RSAC Podcasts here: https://www.rsaconference.com/library/podcast

Yes, winter is here, and some may find this time of year unbearable. But on the bright side, we're approaching RSAC 2025. And as we approach April, we're excited to bring together the Hackers & Threats track Program Committee Members. Tune into this podcast as they'll disclose behind-the-scenes insights, what they've seen in their tracks, which sessions stood out to them and why, and of course, what they're most excited about for RSAC 2025. Greg Day, VP & Global Field CISO, Cybereason Nicole Little, Security Products and Partnerships Manager, Netflix Tatyana Sanchez, Content & Program Coordinator, RSAC Kacy Zurkus, Director, Content, RSAC

Richard Bird and Xavier Bird are father and son. Richard has spent 3 decades in technology and cybersecurity. Xavier, like most of Gen Z, is a digital native. He also happens to be a doctoral candidate in psychology who has focused his attention on adolescent counseling and the impact digital experiences have on the development of self-image among children consuming a steady diet of feeds and streams from video games to influencers. From the pitfalls of “algorithmic parenting” to the ripple effects of social media culture on identity formation. Tune in to this podcast as this father and son duo unpack the nuanced interplay of privacy, security, and mental health in the digital age. Speakers: Richard Bird, Senior Fellow, Executive Member, CyberTheory Zero Trust Institute, CyberEd.io. Xavier Bird, Psychology Doctorate (PsyD) Candidate, University of Denver Tatyana Sanchez, Content & Program Coordinator, RSAC Kacy Zurkus, Director, Content, RSAC

As we approach RSAC 2025, we're excited to bring together the Program Committee Members (PCMs) from our Device Security & Accessibility track. Tune into this podcast to learn what Device Security and Accessibility means, what topics the PCs saw trending in the submissions, and what people can look forward to learning about at the Conference. Speakers: Justin Merhoff, Director of Security, Deque Systems Maggie Morganti, Senior Director of Product Security, WorldPlay Smitha Sriharsha, Sr Manager Platform Security Engineering, F5 Networks Tatyana Sanchez, Content & Program Coordinator, RSAC Kacy Zurkus, Senior Content Manager, RSAC

As the holidays approach, many are well into their shopping sprees. It's an exciting time to prepare for the holiday season and spend time with loved ones. However, with cyberattacks on the rise, we can expect a significant increase in cyberattacks during this season. Join this podcast to explore safety and security tips for online shoppers, learn about current cyberthreats, and discover actionable steps to protect yourself from becoming a victim of cybercrime. Speakers: Bailey Marshall, Customer Engineer, Security, Google Tatyana Sanchez, Content & Program Coordinator, RSAC Kacy Zurkus, Senior Content Manager, RSAC