Balancing Speed and Security in the Tech World with Idan Plotnik CEO of Apiiro

Send us Fan MailJourney into the world of cybersecurity with Idan Plotnik, a true pioneer in the field, as he revisits the path that led him to become a leading figure in tech innovation. Starting with a childhood fascination for computers, Idan advanced to play a pivotal role in the Israeli cyber security unit, eventually founding Erato, which caught the eye of Microsoft. He shares insights from his tenure as General Manager for Software Engineering at #Microsoft and how his encounters with Satya Nadella ignited his passion to launch his first company in 2019. This episode unravels the stark differences between nimble startups and the often sluggish corporate giants, offering a compelling narrative for aspiring entrepreneurs and industry veterans alike. Explore the sophisticated challenges of ensuring software and cloud security in today's fast-paced tech environments. With cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, and GCP enabling swift deployments, safeguarding software architecture before cloud deployment becomes crucial. Dive into the intricacies of Apiiro's ASPM platform, which revolutionizes the detection and management of code changes for enhanced security measures. The conversation expands into the realm of AI, highlighting emerging threats and innovative risk-management strategies employed by companies like Apiiro. This episode promises essential insights into balancing development speed with security needs, preparing listeners for the future trajectory of AI in software security.Support the showFollow the Podcast on Social Media!Tesla Referral Code: https://ts.la/joseph675128YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@securityunfilteredpodcastInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/secunfpodcast/Twitter: https://twitter.com/SecUnfPodcastAffiliates➡️ OffGrid Faraday Bags: https://offgrid.co/?ref=gabzvajh➡️ OffGrid Coupon Code: JOE➡️ Unplugged Phone: https://unplugged.com/Unplugged's UP Phone - The performance you expect, with the privacy you deserve. Meet the alternative. Use Code UNFILTERED at checkout*See terms and conditions at affiliated webpages. Offers are subject to change. These are affiliated/paid promotions.