Security All In

Tatu and Sam discuss how the SSH protocol became “viral” when Tatu first created it in the mid-’90s. What led Tatu to dive, head first, into a field he knew little about when he first created SSH. What is the link between security and communication, and what fascinates Tatu so much about language and the […]

The tables are finally turned, as Sam finds himself in the hot-seat. We join Sam’s brother, Red Curry, as he interviews Sam to find out more about their childhood, Sam’s journey into security, and his inspirations. What’s the significance we put on stories? What does it mean to “take in the strays”, and taking care […]

How did a fascination with languages lead to a decades-long career in Cryptology? Sam and Stephanie talk about her experience joining the Navy in the 1980’s, and how it eventually led her to the halls of the NSA. What’s the importance of finding the right path, and balancing passion for work with personal life? And […]

Sam and Wayman chat about their chaotic childhood, starting gangs, and climbing mountains. How does sharing information despite disagreement improves our security and society as a whole? And what did Wayman learn falling from the ceiling of a printer room, trying to “hack” into his school’s server room?

Sam and guy talk about their passion for stories, and how Guy’s journey in Africa led him into the field of security

Conquering and exploring the world was Andreas’ first goal as a child, playing strategy games such as Risk and Civilization. Andreas and Sam talk about how this passion led to computers and eventually security. From securing mainframes to securing the biggest media group in Switzerland- what has Andreas learned over the years that helped shape […]

First encountering computer technology with the Sinclair Spectrum, Keith Barros, Seton Hall CISO, went all-in on security early in his life. Join Sam and Keith for a discussion of American history, what history can teach us about modern security, how Keith’s passion for photography shapes his view on the world, and his advice for anyone […]

Ed and Sam discuss Ed’s journey into security, his beginning at Bell Lads, and the experiences that shaped his understanding of socializing, and the value of soft skills for a CISO.

Kelley is an inspiring strategic leader and speaker with 15+ years of experience in information security, marketing, and communications.  She has successfully bridged technical and nontechnical audiences and initiatives to build productive conversations and strategies in information security focusing on the intersections of people, processes, technology. Her discussion with Sam reveals her interesting path to […]

Anton is a recognized security expert in the field of SIEM, log management, and PCI DSS compliance. He is an author of books “Security Warrior”, “PCI Compliance”, “Logging and Log Management” and a contributor to “Know Your Enemy II”, “Information Security Management Handbook” and others.  His blog securitywarrior.org was one of the most popular in […]