Cyber Talks

From ransomware attacks to supply chain compromises, eSentire’s Cyber Talks podcast will delve into the world of the latest cyber threats that are impacting businesses globally. Join our team of security experts as we speak with C-level executives and security practitioners about the cyber risks affecting their business and how they’re addressing these challenges. eSentire is The Authority in Managed Detection and Response, protecting the critical data and applications of 2000+ organizations in 80+ countries from known and unknown cyber threats. For more information, visit www.esentire.com

Cyber Talks is a technology podcast hosted by eSentire, with 35 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

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  Agentic AI in the SOC: Risk, Reliability, and the Future of Security Operations

  Aug 18, 202537 minS0

  <p>Agentic AI is moving from hype to reality, reshaping how enterprises operate, and how cyber defenders must adapt. In this CyberTalks episode, Mark Gillett (Chief Product Officer, eSentire) is joined by Ben Wilde (Head of Innovation, Georgian) to break down the risks, reliability challenges, and opportunities presented by autonomous AI agents.</p><p>In this episode, we explore:</p><p>How AI agents expand the enterprise attack surface</p><p>Why “agent security” may soon be its own discipline</p><p>Guardrails security leaders need before adoption</p><p>The balance between automation and human oversight in the SOC</p><p...

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  The Hidden Costs of M&A: A CISO’s Perspective on Cyber Due Diligence

  Jul 29, 202519 minS0

  <p>In this episode of Cyber Talks, Greg Crowley and Dwayne Smith delve into the critical role of cybersecurity in mergers and acquisitions (M&A). They discuss how cyber risks can significantly affect company valuations and the challenges that arise during these transactions. </p><p>Dwayne shares his experiences, highlighting the importance of educating stakeholders about potential security issues that could derail deals. The conversation emphasizes the need for robust security measures, including identity management and threat intelligence, to mitigate risks and ensure successful integrations. </p><p>Topics discussed include:</p>The impact of security breaches and incidents on M...

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  In Conversation With Tia Hopkins, Chief Cyber Resilience Officer & Field CTO

  Jun 15, 202559 minS0

  <p>In today's episode of the Cyber Culture Café series, Andy and John speak to Tia Hopkins, Chief Cyber Resilience Officer & Field CTO. </p><p>As Chief Cyber Resilience Officer & Field CTO, Tia Hopkins is focused on engaging with the cybersecurity community, providing thought leadership, supporting strategic customer and partner engagements, and working closely with the sales, marketing, product, engineering, and customer success teams to drive security outcome-focused initiatives.</p><p>She has spent the past 20+ years of her career in various IT and IT Security roles and has over a decade of experience in the managed services space. Outside o...

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  In Conversation With Ciaran Luttrell, VP of Global Security Operations

  May 22, 202544 minS0

  <p>In today's episode of the Cyber Culture Café series, Andy and John speak to Ciaran Luttrell, VP of Global Security Operations. </p><p>As the VP, Global Security Operations, Ciaran began our European HQ and Security Operations Centre in Cork, Ireland in 2015, and led its initial setup and continued growth to form part of a best-of-breed 24/7/365 Global SOC function with 150 team members. He is responsible for all of eSentire's SOC teams with a focus on strategic direction and execution of continuous improvement initiatives across people, processes and technology. </p><p>--</p><p>Cybersecurity isn't just about platforms and p...

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  Tackling People, Process, and Perception in Cybersecurity

  May 9, 202534 minS0

  <p>In this episode of Cyber Talks, we speak with Craig Peppard, CISO at Ivari Canada, about why people and processes - not just technology - are the real frontline in cybersecurity. </p><p>The conversation unpacks the limitations of traditional security awareness training, explores how to move beyond blame to address systemic process failures, and highlights the growing importance of soft skills like empathy and storytelling in security leadership. </p><p>They also dive into the evolving role of the CISO, the rise of embedded security roles like CISOs, and why mentoring and inclusive hiring practices are essential for...

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