re:invent security

re:invent security is a podcast where we, on a monthly basis, learn from industry leaders how they reinvented security and how you can turn their experiences into action. Join us as we chat with inspiring information security professionals, dissecting the field of information security and its developments. Because when an episode ends, the real question begins: 'What will you do differently tomorrow?' Let's reinvent our field, one strategy at a time. re:invent security is hosted by Jeroen Prinse and Irfaan Santoe. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

re:invent security is a technology podcast hosted by Jeroen Prinse / Irfaan Santoe, with 19 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.

Jeroen Prinse / Irfaan Santoe hosts re:invent security, a technology show with 19 episodes published.

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  Episode #18

  Kay Behnke (Genmab): “Lessons from building three global security teams”

  Oct 30, 202547 minS1

  <p>In this episode of re:invent security, hosts Jeroen Prinse and Irfaan Santoe sit down with Kay Behnke, CISO at Genmab. Kay has built security organizations in three very different global companies: NXP, FrieslandCampina, and Genmab. Spanning tech, food, and life sciences. Drawing from more than 20 years of experience, he reflects on how building a security team has evolved over time and what’s stayed the same.</p><br><p>Together, they unpack what it really takes to design security functions that scale, how to balance culture and compliance across geographies, and the hard lessons learned from doing it th...

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  Episode #17

  Patric Versteeg (Heerema): Lead From Within — Personal Leadership for CISOs, Teams & Boards

  Sep 24, 202552 minS1

  <p>In this episode of re-invent security, we sit down with Patric Versteeg, European CISO of the Year 2024, to unpack the “inner game” of cybersecurity leadership. Patric argues that real change isn’t about putting on a new mask—it’s about returning to your core values and installing “compensating controls” for your own behaviors under stress. From building mixed, high-trust teams to shaping board-level narratives that actually land, he shares pragmatic tools you can use tomorrow.</p><br><p>You’ll hear how Patric:</p><br><p>- Builds resilient teams using a diverse mix of working styles (not clones), clear o...

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  Episode #16

  Laurens Jagt (CSD) & Medea de Jong (Sonepar): “Build cyber security teams that actually thrive”

  Jul 30, 20251 hourS1

  <p>In this episode of re:invent security, hosts Jeroen Prinse and Irfaan Santoe sit down with two cybersecurity leaders tackling the talent gap from opposite directions. Laurens Jagt, founder of Cyber Security District, is building one of Europe’s most vibrant security communities—mentoring and guiding professionals at every stage of their career. Medea de Jong, Global CISO at Sonepar, brings the inside view of what it takes to lead, grow, and keep effective security teams in highly regulated industries.</p><br><p>Together, they explore what’s broken in how we hire, why job descriptions miss the mark, how to...

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  Episode #15

  Arnaud Wiehe (FedEx) & Tiago Teles (ABN Amro): “The Next-Gen CISO Must Stay Curious, or Fall Behind”

  Jun 25, 202559 minS1

  <p>In this episode of re:invent security, we sit down with Arnaud Wiehe (Managing Director of Information Security at FedEx) and Tiago Teles (Head of Advanced Analytics & AI at ABN AMRO), co-authors of Emerging Tech, Emerging Threats, to explore what it truly means to lead in cybersecurity amid accelerating innovation.</p><br><p>From the explosive rise of GenAI and deepfakes to third-party risk at scale and secure-by-design realities—this conversation unpacks the practical and philosophical shifts modern CISOs must embrace. Arnaud and Tiago reflect on the evolving role of the security leader: no longer the “department of no,” but a...

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  Episode #14

  Petra Oldengarm (CVN): “Digital Sovereignty Starts With Smart Dependence, Not Full Independence”

  May 27, 202555 minS1

  <p>In this episode of re:invent security, we sit down with Petra Oldengarm, Director of Cyberveilig Nederland (CVN), to explore the real meaning of digital sovereignty—and why it’s more than just a political slogan. Petra takes us deep into the practical challenges and strategic decisions that come with reducing digital dependencies. From procurement strategies and fallback systems to encryption standards and talent development, this conversation unpacks what sovereignty can look like—without chasing unrealistic dreams of full independence. We also tackle the CISO’s role in influencing vendor choices, the myth of total control, and how European regulati...

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