The route to security leadership

We grab some time with Brent Deterding, a well-known security leader in the industry to talk about the unique route he took to his CISO position, and the overall paths for security professionals to think about when assessing their long term career goals. We also delve into some light-hearted insight into the current landscape for security vendors (as Brent spent many years in that space) from a sales and recruiting aspect. This episode is a great listen for all security professionals looking to get into leadership at some point in their career, and for anyone in the space looking to network and build relationships with security leaders in general. From a sales perspective or otherwise. Our guest for this episode, Brent Deterding, is an esteemed security professional with over 20 years’ experience in the industry. Currently the Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) at Afni, Inc., Brent offers a unique perspective on the role of a security leader, having come from technical leadership at a Vendor the previous decades before making the transition. Brent is an active voice on LinkedIn and has always been committed to helping others in the industry build their network and find value in their work. Brent is frequently the one as well bridging the gap between the Vendor space and internal security relationships. Aside from his professional achievements, Brent is deeply passionate about adoption, foster care, and leading youth, sharing a strong bond with his wife in these endeavors. In his spare time, he enjoys engaging in outdoor activities, including hunting, and has a fondness for bourbon, which he humorously refers to as a free icebreaker. Join us as we delve into the captivating insights of Brent Deterding, a CISO with an unwavering commitment to security, innovation, and continuous learning. Through his engaging presence, Brent is sure to inspire and challenge our audience to navigate the ever-evolving landscape of information security with confidence and strategic foresight.