Content by Tom Field

Exit Interview: CISA's Nitin Natarajan on Threats to Watch

Tom Field  •  January 9, 2025

From application security to zero trust, it's been a busy four years for the current leaders of the U.S. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency. Deputy Director Nitin Natarajan discusses the agency's accomplishments and the threats that await the next administration's cyber leaders.

Unplugged: Cybersecurity, Privacy Veterans Preview 2025

Tom Field  •  January 3, 2025

They have been CISOs and privacy officers who headed cybersecurity initiatives at some of the top tech companies in the world. How do Edna Conway, Michelle Dennedy and Wendy Nather feel about AI BOMs, privacy initiatives and the threat landscape emerging in 2025? They open up in this exclusive panel.

Cloud Security Evolution: Threat Response Steps up

Tom Field  •  January 2, 2025

There has been a seismic cloud revolution since 2020. But how have the threat landscape and response kept pace? Vijit Nair of Corelight opens up on the tools and teams needed to help cloud security programs evolve to match cloud-era threats and adversaries.

Tom Kellermann on 2025 Geopolitical Threat Landscape

Tom Field  •  December 30, 2024

From destructive attacks to zero-days, with a ransomware resurgence and weaponization of AI, 2025 is shaping to be a rich threat landscape fueled by growing geopolitical tension. Tom Kellermann of Contrast Security shares his view on how cybersecurity defenders should approach the New Year.

CyberEdBoard Profiles in Leadership: Andres Andreu

Tom Field  •  December 25, 2024

Andres Andreu, deputy CISO at Hearst, brings a unique perspective to cybersecurity leadership. Despite the challenges of enforcing uniform security standards, he remains focused on the importance of human factors in security - both in protecting people and managing insider threats.

Securing the Digital Core by Activating Strategic Levers

Tom Field  •  December 17, 2024

Geopolitical risks and technological advances are reshaping enterprise security strategies, demanding a holistic approach to digital security. Scott Wilkie, managing director and CTO at Accenture, reveals how organizations must reimagine security as a strategic enabler, not just a technical function.

Securing Cloud-Native Systems: A Vendor-Neutral Approach

Tom Field  •  December 16, 2024

Organizations embracing cloud-native architectures face unique challenges in securing their infrastructure. A vendor-neutral approach to security is essential for managing modern multi-cloud environments. "Cloud is insecure by default," said Nick Reva, head of enterprise security at Snap.

Aligning Security With Business Goals Amid Regulatory Shifts

Tom Field  •  December 13, 2024

Expanding into global markets requires organizations to navigate complex and rapidly changing regulatory landscapes. Kayla Williams, CISO at Devo, shared how a collaborative approach to compliance planning helps organizations meet these challenges while accelerating growth.

ISMG Editors: Cloud and AI in Action at AWS re:Invent 2024

Tom Field  •  December 12, 2024

In this special edition at AWS re:Invent 2024 in Las Vegas, ISMG editors discuss groundbreaking generative AI use cases transforming industries, from predictive fleet management to drug discovery, and explore how AI is reshaping user expectations in data analytics.

Predictive AI and the Future of Fleet Maintenance

Tom Field  •  December 12, 2024

Predictive AI solutions can now anticipate maintenance needs before issues arise, enabling fleet operators to schedule timely repairs and prevent disruptions, said Sarvant Singh, vice president, data and emerging digital solutions at Penske Transportation Solutions.

AI-Powered Enterprise Data Needs Scale-First Design

Tom Field  •  December 10, 2024

"Data has gravity," said Greg Statton, vice president of AI solutions at Cohesity, explaining why enterprises must rethink AI implementations. Bringing AI compute to data storage locations solves big operational and security challenges, advised Nave Algarici, generative AI product manager, NVIDIA.

Core Elements of Modern Workforce Identity Security

Tom Field  •  December 10, 2024

The workforce operates in places and on systems that traditionally were not allowed. Hence, modern workforce identity solutions must operate differently to keep pace. Jared Brodsky and Kentrell Lampkin of CyberArk open up on the core elements of a modern workforce identity solution.

Scaling Security for the Era of Machine Identities

Tom Field  •  December 10, 2024

Traditional security approaches are becoming inadequate for securing modern machine identities, especially as more applications migrate to the cloud. Experts from CyberArk and KPMG share strategies for managing modern machine identities to reduce costs and improve operational efficiency.

Fortinet is Turning 25: COO Reflects on Past, Present and Future

Tom Field  •  December 10, 2024

This past November, Fortinet celebrated 15 years as a publicly traded company and next year will bring another significant milestone, as the company celebrates its 25th anniversary of operations. To honor the occasion, Fortinet COO John Whittle reflects on the significance of these anniversaries and the ongoing...

AI Is No Magic Box: Statistics at Scale Drives Real Value

Tom Field  •  December 10, 2024

Organizations need to adopt a more grounded approach to AI implementations. AI is not a magic box that you can buy, apply to problems and expect it to solve everything, said Craig Martell, CTO at Cohesity. He discussed the importance of data evaluation and bias management.