E049 - Assessing Cybersecurity

In this episode, Brian interviews Doug Landoll, a cybersecurity expert and assessment specialist with over 30 years of experience. They discuss the nuances of cybersecurity assessments versus compliance, the importance of continuous improvement in security practices, and common mistakes organizations make. Doug shares insights on navigating maturity models in cybersecurity and the ongoing battle between privacy and security, emphasizing that the fight for privacy is as relevant as we allow it to be.

Chapters
00:00 Introduction
06:18 Introduction to Cybersecurity Assessments
11:34 Common Assessment Discoveries
15:34 Validating What You Think You Have
20:10 Understanding Maturity Models in Cybersecurity
22:29 The Intersection of Privacy and Security
25:19 Reflections
26:57 The Importance of Security Assessments
29:14 Cybersecurity Maturity