S7E54 - Cutting Through the AI Hype: Practical Security with Logan Edmonds

In this episode of The Virtual CISO Moment, Greg Schaffer sits down with Logan Edmonds, Chief AI Officer at ScaleSight and founder of TTS Cyber, for a lively and insightful discussion on the intersection of AI, cybersecurity, and small to mid-sized business operations. Logan shares his unique journey from studying theology to becoming an AI-driven cybersecurity leader, highlighting how early IT experiences shaped his pragmatic approach to solving business problems.Greg and Logan dive deep into how SMBs misunderstand both security and AI, including the dangers of chasing trends, the misconception that compliance equals security, and why AI can’t magically fix broken business processes. Logan emphasizes a business-first mindset: start with understanding operations, outcomes, and risks—not with the technology.The conversation also covers:Why focusing on operational efficiency is the real driver behind meaningful AI adoptionHow to talk about risk without falling into fear, uncertainty, and doubtThe importance of trust and partnership in security consultingRealistic AI use cases, guardrails, hallucination risks, and the myth of effortless automationBalancing stress in cybersecurity through healthy personal hobbiesLogan’s forward-looking plans in CMMC, AI strategy, and helping organizations scale responsiblyEngaging, humorous, and packed with practical insight, this episode is a must-listen for leaders navigating AI adoption, cybersecurity maturity, or the unique challenges of SMB environments.