From Targets to Tacticians: The Future of Cyber Defense - Ep 170

Why do cyber attackers always seem one step ahead — and how can defenders take back control?In this episode of Reimagining Cyber, host Tyler Moffitt (Senior Analyst, OpenText) sits down with longtime colleagues Grayson Milbourne (Security Intelligence Director) and Troy Gill (Senior Manager, Threat Research) to explore how the cybersecurity battlefield is evolving — and what it takes to shift the balance toward defenders.They break down:Why attackers appear to “make the rules” in cybersecurityHow AI and automation are transforming both offense and defenseThe rise of phishing, deepfakes, and social engineering in 2025Why identity is the new perimeterHow organizations can build cyber resilience through culture, transparency, and layered defenseWhy sharing breach intelligence matters more than everYou’ll also hear real-world insights from the threat-research trenches, plus practical advice for CISOs and IT leaders on creating a security-first culture, improving visibility, and staying ahead of fast-moving AI-powered threats.As featured on Million Podcasts' Best 100 Cybersecurity Podcasts  Top 50 Chief Information Security Officer CISO Podcasts Top 70 Security Hacking PodcastsThis list is the most comprehensive ranking of Cyber Security Podcasts online and we are honoured to feature amongst the best!Follow or subscribe to the show on your preferred podcast platform.Share the show with others in the cybersecurity world.Get in touch via [email protected]