The Breach Room
Where cybersecurity leaders spill their guarded secrets.
Hosted by AlterAim, The Breach Room dives deep with CEOs, founders, and power players in the cybersecurity world. From breakthrough wins to high-stakes roadblocks, each episode unpacks real stories, industry insights, and battle-tested strategies driving the future of cyber defense. If you’re scaling a cybersecurity company, or just want to hear how the best do it. This is your inside access.
The Breach Room
Proactive Protection: Will Reed on Cybersecurity as a Business Imperative
Summary
In this episode of The Breach Room, host LuIs Guzman interviews Will Reed, CEO of Better Every Day Cyber, discussing his journey in cybersecurity, the importance of proactive measures for small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs), and the role of AI in enhancing cybersecurity practices. Will emphasizes the need for SMBs to recognize cybersecurity as a critical business risk and shares insights on how to assess vulnerabilities and implement effective solutions. He also highlights the significance of training the next generation of cybersecurity professionals and the challenges faced in the GRC space.
Takeaways
Cybersecurity is essential for small and medium-sized businesses.
Many SMBs view cybersecurity as a luxury rather than a necessity.
Proactive measures are crucial to prevent breaches.
Understanding your organization's sensitive data is the first step in cybersecurity.
AI can be both a tool for innovation and a threat.
GRC (Governance, Risk, and Compliance) is often overlooked but vital.
Training and education in cybersecurity are critical for future professionals.
Communication of cybersecurity value to businesses is challenging.
Cyber insurance is not a substitute for proper cybersecurity measures.
Continuous monitoring and assessment are necessary for effective cybersecurity.
Soundbites
"Every day is like one word."
"You want to be ahead of the hit."
"Cybersecurity risk is business risk."
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Cybersecurity and Podcasting
01:44 Will Reed's Journey in Cybersecurity
04:56 The Importance of Cybersecurity for SMBs
06:47 Communicating Cybersecurity Value to Clients
10:01 Proactive vs Reactive Cybersecurity Measures
13:16 Assessing Vulnerabilities in Business Infrastructure
17:02 Targeting the Right Clients in Cybersecurity
20:09 Emerging Trends in Cybersecurity: The Role of AI
25:52 Will Reed's Role as a CEO and Educator
30:13 Final Thoughts on Cybersecurity for SMBs
Video
https://youtu.be/G9K9uYAIwts
