26-Year Counterintelligence Veteran: How to Prevent Corporate Espionage | Ryan Rambo

In this episode of Be Yourself Podcast I am sitting down with Ryan Rambo, a 26-year army counterintelligence veteran and expert in corporate espionage. We dive deep into his transition from military service to the private sector, where he now helps organizations navigate the complex world of modern intelligence. Ryan shares gripping stories from his career, including how to identify a potential Russian spy and the psychological tactics used to manipulate targets.Our conversation explores the vital role of insider threat prevention in safeguarding a company's future. Ryan explains how building trust within a team is actually a primary defense mechanism against those looking to steal trade secrets. We also discuss practical elicitation techniques that professionals can use to uncover hidden risks before they manifest into a crisis. This episode is a masterclass for anyone interested in protective intelligence and the high-stakes reality of global security. Don’t miss these expert insights into the "cat and mouse" game of international spying.0:00 - Episode Intro01:42 - What is Counterintelligence?03:20 - What is so Intoxicating about Espionage04:30 - Counterintelligence Stories08:59 - Building Counterintelligence Programs11:44 - How NOT to Become a Spy15:25 - Identifying and Exploiting Threats 19:28 - Preventing Corporate Espionage 22:03 - Counterintelligence Services 25:25 - What Makes a Great Counterintelligence Specialist28:33 - Cybersecurity and Data Breach31:30 - Advice to Business Owners37:45 - How to Hire Trustworthy Employees39:40 - Best Elicitation Method41:43 - Contact RyanRyan's Resources ~LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryanrambo/Company: https://ixnsolutions.com/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@IXNSolutions -- -- --If you're interested in cooperation of any kind, feel free to drop a line: [email protected]: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sergey-leshchenko-81371198/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/serhiybeverlyTik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@serhiybeverlyMy Video Production & YouTube Agency: https://beverlyen.com/production