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Post-Quantum Cryptography: The Migration Already Started
Apple, Signal, and Chrome deployed NIST post-quantum standards in 2024. The canary didn't die—it migrated. Here's why leaders can't ignore this shift.
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AI Agents Are Breaking Vendor Lock-In Economics
AI agents are dismantling traditional SaaS pricing models by assembling best-of-breed solutions in milliseconds. Learn how usage-based billing replaces vendor lock-in.

AI Agents Are Disrupting Enterprise Sales
AI purchasing agents evaluate vendors in seconds based on data, price, and speed—not relationships. Enterprise sales teams face extinction as loyalty becomes measured in milliseconds.

Why AI Makes Taste Your Most Valuable Skill
As AI automates execution, knowing what good looks like becomes your competitive edge. Learn how taste and decisiveness replace technical skills in the AI era.

AI Agents Are Your New Enterprise Buyers
Enterprise AI agents are making purchasing decisions based solely on data quality, price, and speed—rendering traditional sales relationships obsolete. Discover why your business model must evolve now.
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How To Finish 2015 Strong
Discover how to finish 2015 strong by setting clear goals for 2016. This post offers actionable steps to ensure you stay focused and prepared, even through the holiday distractions.
ISO 27017: A New Standard to Learn
Explore ISO 27017, a cloud-specific security standard that Amazon Web Services recently adopted. Learn how it complements existing ISO standards and its implications for cloud security practices.
InfoSec Does Time Management Wrong
Discover why traditional time management in IT and InfoSec falls short and learn how the "multiplier effect" can transform your workflow, boost productivity, and empower your team for long-term success.
Bonus: Thank You
Discover intriguing podcast stats in this week's bonus episode, and get ready for a special Masterclass recap of Season 1 highlights. Join us in expressing gratitude for your support!
#12: Dan Manley
Join Jay Schulman in episode 12 of the podcast as Dan Manley shares his inspiring journey from a help desk role to becoming Allstate Insurance's Chief Information Security Officer, offering valuable advice.
Reader Mailbag: Join a Big Consulting Firm?
Explore the dilemma of joining a big consulting firm versus staying independent in infosec. Weigh the benefits of specialization and exposure at giants like KPMG against the freedom of solo consulting.
#11: Sam Monasteri
In Episode 11 of the Building a Life and Career in Security Podcast, Sam Monasteri shares his journey from networking at the Sears Tower to leading security in aerospace. Discover his insights on career transitions, regulatory challenges, and the evolving landscape of information security.
Now Secured By Let’s Encrypt
Discover how Let's Encrypt is revolutionizing web security by offering free SSL certificates, removing financial barriers and ensuring accessible encryption for everyone.
Project: Intrusion Detection
This starts the first in a series of projects you can use to improve your security skills. The ideas of these projects is something…
#10: Murray Rosenthal
Explore the intriguing journey of Murray Rosenthal, a history major turned security architect for Toronto, in Episode 10 of the Building a Life and Career in Security Podcast. Discover insights on smart cities, public vs. private sector challenges, and the evolving landscape of information security
5 Facts You Need to Know About Cyber Insurance
Uncover the complexities of cyber insurance with insights on policy specifics, exclusions, and understanding risks. This guide empowers you to manage security effectively by demystifying cyber insurance coverage.
#9: Joel Scambray
Discover Joel Scambray's unconventional journey in cybersecurity on the Building a Life and Career in Security Podcast. Learn from the humble co-author of "Hacking Exposed" about career risks, the future of software security, and the value of communication.