Episode 261 Deep Dive: Thomas Fikentscher | The Executive Leadership’s (C-Suite) Role in Staying Informed and Ensuring the Right Investment is in place to comply with the Critical Infrastructure Risk Management Program (CIRMP) requirements

In this episode, we’re joined by Thomas Fikentscher, Area Vice President ANZ from CyberArk, as we delve into the critical topic of effective communication in the context of government concerns and cybersecurity risks for businesses. With a focus on the evolving landscape of legislation and compliance, Thomas shares invaluable insights on the proactive strategies, challenges, and collaboration needed for organizations to navigate and implement robust security architectures and risk management programs. Join us as we explore the complexities, uncertainties, and promising developments in this crucial area of business operations. Thomas Fikentscher is responsible for driving strong customer and partner engagement and expanding CyberArk’s emerging cloud business in the region. Prior to joining CyberArk, Thomas was Chief Revenue Officer at JXT Global, and has more than 20 years’ experience in the IT industry, including significant stints at Oracle, Ingram Micro and Sun Microsystems. His extensive industry and leadership experience – particularly in the cloud domain – has been invaluable to CyberArk, helping grow demand for Identity Security solutions. When it comes to cybersecurity, Thomas sees a significant opportunity to bridge the gap between technology jargon and business language. A big part of this is helping company leaders understand the importance of identity security to organisational risk management.