S8E13 - Smarter Security, Fewer Tools with Jason Makevich

In this episode of The Virtual CISO Moment, Jason Makevich shares his journey from MSP roots to building Greenlight Cyber and PORT1, along with his mission to simplify cybersecurity for SMBs. He unpacks the problem of “duct tape on duct tape” security—where too many tools create complexity without real protection—and makes the case for a secure-by-design, zero trust approach. The conversation also covers how SMBs can shift from reactive to proactive security and why translating cyber risk into business terms is critical.Jason closes with his perspective on the evolving MSP landscape, warning against chasing trends like AI at the expense of foundational security, and emphasizing the importance of balance in a high-stress industry.