No Password Required Podcast Episode 45 — Lisa Plaggemier

SummaryIn this episode, Jack Clabby and Kayley Melton discuss the upcoming Sunshine Cyber Conference and their collaboration with Winn Schwartau. They also talk about the importance of diverse cybersecurity talent and their plans for a joint session at the conference. The hosts then interview Lisa Plaggemier, the executive director at the National Cybersecurity Alliance, who shares her career journey and the role of creativity and curiosity in cybersecurity. They also discuss the impact of COVID-19 on the cybersecurity industry and the importance of humor and satire in cybersecurity training. The episode concludes with a lifestyle polygraph segment. In this episode, the conversation covers various topics related to comedy, storytelling, and implementing change in organizations. The power of the internet is discussed, highlighting the potential consequences of online content. The guest shares her favorite comedy movies, emphasizing the comedic element in her expertise. The use of humor in training and awareness programs is explored, along with the challenges of implementing change in organizations. Dealing with roadblocks in security and the passion for security awareness are also discussed. The episode concludes with information on how to get in touch with the guest and a recap of what was learned.Chapters00:00 Introduction01:28 Fishing for Potential, the RTFM Guide to Diverse Cybersecurity Talent02:25 Live On-Site Remote Recording and Keynote Speakers03:51 Sunshine Cyber Conference and Registration04:46 Interview with Lisa Plaggemier05:15 Background and Role at the National Cybersecurity Alliance05:53 Transition to Security and Marketing Collaboration06:22 Incident Response and Training and Awareness07:20 Leadership and Skills in Cybersecurity08:18 Kubikle Series and Creativity in Security09:17 Curiosity and Creativity in Cybersecurity10:48 Naming and Shaming in Pen Tests and Phishing Testing11:41 DDoS Attack and Incident Response12:38 Neurodiversity and Cybersecurity13:21 Leading a Team During COVID-1914:21 Creating Engaging Training Content15:19 Global Data and Data Privacy Laws16:18 Humor and Satire in Cybersecurity Training18:47 Kubikle Series and Satire in Cybersecurity20:41 Creating Kubikle Series and Future Plans23:03Trust in Password Managers24:22 The Importance of Curiosity in Cybersecurity25:52 The Oh Behave Report and Behavioral Science26:50 Communicating Security Information Effectively28:44 Naming and Shaming in Phishing Testing29:39 Accepting Risk and Escalation Plans30:38 The Role of Security Teams and HR32:35 Building Trust in Password Managers33:32 Global Data and Cybersecurity Awareness36:51 The Importance of Curiosity in Cybersecurity Hiring40:03 The Underground Student-Led Newspaper41:12 The Significance of Curiosity and Creativity in Career50:44 The Power of the Internet51:14 Favorite Comedy Movies52:12 Using Humor in Training and Awareness53:38 Implementing Change in Organizations54:55 Dealing with Roadblocks in Security55:45 Passion for Security Awareness56:06 How to Get in Touch56:37 What Was Learned57:11 Closing Remarks