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Zero Trust Journey
Victor Monga
34 episodes
1 week ago
00:00 Introduction to SMB Cybersecurity Challenges 02:43 The Importance of Securing SMBs 05:32 Lack of In-House Expertise in SMBs 08:23 The Cybersecurity Buying Journey for SMBs 11:15 Decision-Making in Cybersecurity Purchases 14:18 Cost of Inaction vs. Cost of Protection 17:03 The Role of AI in Cybersecurity for SMBs 20:06 Advice for SMB Leaders on Cybersecurity Investments Guest: Ken Yao (https://www.linkedin.com/in/kennethyao) Guest: Martin Rivera Neuhaus (https://www.linkedin.com/in/mart...
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00:00 Introduction to SMB Cybersecurity Challenges 02:43 The Importance of Securing SMBs 05:32 Lack of In-House Expertise in SMBs 08:23 The Cybersecurity Buying Journey for SMBs 11:15 Decision-Making in Cybersecurity Purchases 14:18 Cost of Inaction vs. Cost of Protection 17:03 The Role of AI in Cybersecurity for SMBs 20:06 Advice for SMB Leaders on Cybersecurity Investments Guest: Ken Yao (https://www.linkedin.com/in/kennethyao) Guest: Martin Rivera Neuhaus (https://www.linkedin.com/in/mart...
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Zero Trust Journey
Episode 34: SMB Cybersecurity Investment in the Zero Trust Era
00:00 Introduction to SMB Cybersecurity Challenges 02:43 The Importance of Securing SMBs 05:32 Lack of In-House Expertise in SMBs 08:23 The Cybersecurity Buying Journey for SMBs 11:15 Decision-Making in Cybersecurity Purchases 14:18 Cost of Inaction vs. Cost of Protection 17:03 The Role of AI in Cybersecurity for SMBs 20:06 Advice for SMB Leaders on Cybersecurity Investments Guest: Ken Yao (https://www.linkedin.com/in/kennethyao) Guest: Martin Rivera Neuhaus (https://www.linkedin.com/in/mart...
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1 week ago
25 minutes

Zero Trust Journey
Episode 33: The Zero Trust Transformation: Shifting from Technical Fix to Cultural Change
In this episode, we dive deep into the organizational and cultural roadblocks of Zero Trust with Mark Simos, Lead Cybersecurity Architect at Microsoft. Mark, a veteran who has spent over 25 years helping enterprises operationalize security, reveals why failure in Zero Trust often stems not from technical missteps, but from a fundamental misunderstanding of roles, responsibilities, and business incentives. He shares the journey of evolving from a technical expert to a "storyteller" and how tha...
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2 weeks ago
40 minutes

Zero Trust Journey
Episode 32: I Zero Trust What You’re Saying – Sep 2025
Welcome to I Zero Trust What You’re Saying – Aug 2025 Edition! In this episode, we break down the latest Zero Trust news, trends, and updates that matter to security practitioners. No hype—just real insights to help you navigate the evolving cybersecurity landscape. Stay informed, stay secure, and as always, Zero Trust everything! 🔗 News Links: --| https://blog.reemo.io/september-2025-cyber-outlook --| https://industrialcyber.co/cisa/cisa-unveils-zero-trust-guidance-to-safeguard-connected-c...
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3 weeks ago
18 minutes

Zero Trust Journey
Episode 31: Don't Wait for Ransomware to Justify Your Zero Trust Strategy
In this episode, we cut through the marketing hype to reveal the strategic core of Zero Trust with Alex Sharpe, a 30-year cybersecurity veteran from the NSA, Booz Allen, and KPMG who co-authored the foundational "Zero Trust Guiding Principles" for the Cloud Security Alliance. Guest: Alex Sharpe (https://www.linkedin.com/in/alex-sharpe-3rd/) Host: Dr. Victor Monga (https://www.linkedin.com/in/victorvirtual) Mentioned Resources: CSA Zero Trust Guiding Principles: https://cloudsecurityalliance...
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1 month ago
22 minutes

Zero Trust Journey
Episode 30: I Zero Trust What You’re Saying – Aug 2025
Welcome to I Zero Trust What You’re Saying – Aug 2025 Edition! In this episode, we break down the latest Zero Trust news, trends, and updates that matter to security practitioners. No hype—just real insights to help you navigate the evolving cybersecurity landscape. Stay informed, stay secure, and as always, Zero Trust everything! 🔗 News Links: --| https://www.illumio.com/blog/top-cybersecurity-news-stories-from-august-2025 --| https://xage.com/blog/cyber-attack-news-august-2025/ --| https:...
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1 month ago
13 minutes

Zero Trust Journey
Episode 29: From Theory to Practice: Zero Trust Implementation
In this episode, we bridge the gap between Zero Trust theory and real-world deployment with Norman Wong, a key contributor to NIST's groundbreaking implementation guide (SP 1800-35). Guest: Norman Wong (https://www.linkedin.com/in/gahnormanwong) Host: Dr. Victor Monga (https://www.linkedin.com/in/victorvirtual) https://csrc.nist.gov/pubs/sp/1800/35/final Highlights: --| Why the "if it ain't broke, don't fix it" mindset is the biggest barrier to Zero Trust adoption. --| Inside baseball from ...
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1 month ago
36 minutes

Zero Trust Journey
Episode 28: Zero Trust Debate - North Star or Buzzword?
In this episode, we take on a candid debate: is Zero Trust a real strategy or just another layer of marketing? Guest Ken Yao challenges the industry’s favorite buzzword while unpacking what truly matters for building security programs. Guest: Ken Yao (https://www.linkedin.com/in/kennethyao) Host: Dr. Victor Monga (https://www.linkedin.com/in/victorvirtual) Highlights: --| Why Ken sees Zero Trust as “Trust but Verify, minus the politeness.” --| The bear-chase analogy: benchmarking against pe...
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2 months ago
24 minutes

Zero Trust Journey
Episode 27: I Zero Trust What You’re Saying – July 2025
Welcome to I Zero Trust What You’re Saying – July 2025 Edition! In this episode, we break down the latest Zero Trust news, trends, and updates that matter to security practitioners. No hype—just real insights to help you navigate the evolving cybersecurity landscape. Stay informed, stay secure, and as always, Zero Trust everything! 🔗 News Links: --| https://www.cisa.gov/news-events/alerts/2025/07/29/cisa-releases-part-one-zero-trust-microsegmentation-guidance --| https://thehackernews.com/2...
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2 months ago
9 minutes

Zero Trust Journey
Episode 26 – Centralized Policy, Multiple Enforcement Points
00:00 Introduction to Zero Trust and Anupam's Background 00:55 Evolving Perspectives on Zero Trust 03:04 Common Misconceptions in Zero Trust Implementation 05:32 Key Pillars of Zero Trust: Identity, Segmentation, and Control 08:59 Cultural Challenges in Adopting Zero Trust 11:29 The Role of Centralized Policy in Zero Trust 13:32 AI and Automation in Security 16:37 Future Security Challenges and the Role of AI 18:27 Adapting Zero Trust Principles for AI In this episode, we unpack how true Zer...
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2 months ago
20 minutes

Zero Trust Journey
Episode 25: Reduce Blind Spots with a Zero Trust Strategy
Guest: George Finney (https://www.linkedin.com/in/georgefinney/) Host: Dr. Victor Monga (https://www.linkedin.com/in/victorvirtual) In this episode, the host sit down with George Finney, CISO at the University of Texas System and bestselling author of Project Zero Trust and Rise of the Machines. George shares why Zero Trust isn’t a product or a marketing term—it’s a long-term security strategy that helps organizations reduce blind spots, shift culture, and stay resilient in the face of evolv...
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3 months ago
22 minutes

Zero Trust Journey
Episode 24: I Zero Trust What You’re Saying – June 2025
Welcome to I Zero Trust What You’re Saying – June 2025 Edition! In this episode, we break down the latest Zero Trust news, trends, and updates that matter to security practitioners. No hype—just real insights to help you navigate the evolving cybersecurity landscape. Stay informed, stay secure, and as always, Zero Trust everything! 🔗 News Links: --| https://www.techradar.com/pro/live/infosec-europe-2025-were-live-at-the-show-and-heres-everything-weve-seen --| https://federalnewsnetwork.com/...
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3 months ago
3 minutes

Zero Trust Journey
Episode 23: How to Start Your Podcast the Smart Way?
Guest: Jamie Kennedy (https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamiebrookekennedy) Host: Dr. Victor Monga (https://www.linkedin.com/in/victorvirtual) 🎙️ Thinking about starting a podcast? In this episode, we break down the real talk on launching your own show—without burning a hole in your wallet. From finding your niche to using smart tools and strategies, we cover what most "how to start a podcast" guides leave out. Whether you're just starting or refining your setup, these tips will save you time, mo...
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3 months ago
24 minutes

Zero Trust Journey
Episode 22: Super Users, Super Endpoints: Securing IT, OT, IoT in a Zero Trust World
Guest: Ben Tyminski Host: Dr. Victor Monga Co-host: Steve Turner In this episode, the hosts are joined by Ben Tyminski, a security architect whose hands-on experience spans from finance to media, and from traditional endpoints to the ever-expanding universe of OT and IoT. Ben breaks down why “endpoint” is a moving target in today’s Zero Trust landscape—covering everything from laptops and servers to containers, appliances, and industrial controls. If you think endpoint security is just abou...
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3 months ago
25 minutes

Zero Trust Journey
Episode 21: Prototype your Zero Trust solution
Guest: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stahltom/ Host: https://www.linkedin.com/in/victorvirtual Co-host: https://www.linkedin.com/in/beingageek/ In this episode, the hosts are joined by Tom Stahl, a seasoned Senior Solutions Architect supporting end-user computing in one of the top six U.S. banks. Tom brings a wealth of frontline experience from the trenches of implementing Zero Trust—from mobile to desktop, from networking to identity. If you're an engineer, architect, or admin who's ever been...
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4 months ago
37 minutes

Zero Trust Journey
Episode 20: NIST SP 1800-35 Implementing a Zero Trust Architecture
In this episode, hosts Dr. Victor Monga and Zach Pugh unpack one of the most actionable Zero Trust resources available today—NIST Special Publication 1800-35. Unlike its predecessor SP 800-207, this guide dives deep into the how of Zero Trust, providing lab-tested architectures from 24 vendor collaborators including Microsoft, Palo Alto, and Zscaler. Victor and Zach explore how NIST’s Enhanced Identity Governance (EIG) model and real-world testing—complete with adversary emulations—finally g...
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4 months ago
9 minutes

Zero Trust Journey
Episode 19: Don’t Buy Zero Trust—Build It
Guest: Razi Rais (https://www.linkedin.com/in/razirais) Host: Victor Monga (https://www.linkedin.com/in/victorvirtual) In this episode of the Zero Trust Journey podcast, bestselling author and enterprise strategist Razi Rais joins host Victor Monga to challenge the idea that Zero Trust can be bought. Razi shares the philosophical foundations of Zero Trust, real-world enterprise pitfalls, and how AI is reshaping security strategies faster than most teams can adapt. Highlights: --| Zero Trust...
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4 months ago
28 minutes

Zero Trust Journey
Episode 18: I Zero Trust What You’re Saying – May 2025
Welcome to I Zero Trust What You’re Saying – May 2025 Edition! In this episode, we break down the latest Zero Trust news, trends, and updates that matter to security practitioners. No hype—just real insights to help you navigate the evolving cybersecurity landscape. Stay informed, stay secure, and as always, Zero Trust everything! 🔗 News Links: --| https://www.forbes.com/councils/forbestechcouncil/2025/05/30/the-future-of-cybersecurity-leadership-universal-zero-trust --| https://www.carahso...
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4 months ago
21 minutes

Zero Trust Journey
Episode 17: Zero Trust is a timeless framework for security approaches
00:00 Introduction to Allie Mellen 01:29 Allie's Journey in Cybersecurity 06:29 Understanding Zero Trust 09:30 Zero Trust and Security Operations 12:26 Platform vs. Best in Breed 17:36 The Role of Identity in Zero Trust 30:29 Zero Trust: Buzzword or Necessity? 34:31 The Importance of Compromise in Security Guest: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hackerxbella/ Host: https://www.linkedin.com/in/victorvirtual Host: https://www.linkedin.com/in/beingageek Host: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zachary-pugh...
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5 months ago
33 minutes

Zero Trust Journey
Episode 16: The Intersection of CTEM and Zero Trust
Host: Dr. Victor Monga Co-Host: Steve Turner Guest: Chris Jablonski, Director of CXO Revolutionaries, Zscaler CSA article: https://cloudsecurityalliance.org/blog/2025/01/31/seize-the-zero-moment-of-trust Highlights: --| The Intersection of CTEM and Zero Trust: Discover how Continuous Threat Exposure Management (CTEM) enhances Zero Trust security by dynamically identifying and mitigating risks. --| Executive Buy-in: Chris shares practical advice on communicating Zero Trust’s tangible benefit...
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5 months ago
40 minutes

Zero Trust Journey
Episode 15: I Zero Trust What You’re Saying – April 2025
Welcome to I Zero Trust What You’re Saying – April 2025 Edition! In this episode, we break down the latest Zero Trust news, trends, and updates that matter to security practitioners. No hype—just real insights to help you navigate the evolving cybersecurity landscape. Stay informed, stay secure, and as always, Zero Trust everything! 🔗 News Links: --| https://www.meritalk.com/articles/disas-thunderdome-achieves-advanced-zero-trust --| https://federalnewsnetwork.com/federal-insights/2025/04/a...
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5 months ago
25 minutes

Zero Trust Journey
00:00 Introduction to SMB Cybersecurity Challenges 02:43 The Importance of Securing SMBs 05:32 Lack of In-House Expertise in SMBs 08:23 The Cybersecurity Buying Journey for SMBs 11:15 Decision-Making in Cybersecurity Purchases 14:18 Cost of Inaction vs. Cost of Protection 17:03 The Role of AI in Cybersecurity for SMBs 20:06 Advice for SMB Leaders on Cybersecurity Investments Guest: Ken Yao (https://www.linkedin.com/in/kennethyao) Guest: Martin Rivera Neuhaus (https://www.linkedin.com/in/mart...