In this episode, Kelly Young welcomes Christian Graham of Liquid Networks and LeeAnn Larson from XenTegra to talk about their collaboration and experience at Fortinet Accelerate 2025. The discussion dives into:

• Christian’s journey toward Fortinet’s FCX certification and preparing for the Ultimate Fabric Challenge at Accelerate.
• Insights into the Fortinet partner community, and how it fosters technical growth and camaraderie.
• How Liquid Networks and XenTegra bring a security-first, client-centric mindset to every engagement.
• Real-world use cases that showcase the power of Fortinet’s platform, especially in zero trust, API integration, and managed services.
• Why community, technical excellence, and partnership are central to driving client outcomes.

In this episode of the Command and Control podcast, host Aaron Banner sits down with Martin Mackay, COO of Versa Networks, to explore the evolving landscape of network security and SASE (Secure Access Service Edge) solutions. Tune in as they discuss how Versa Networks is pioneering security and connectivity, addressing the unique challenges businesses face in today's digital landscape, and sharing strategies for building resilient, scalable network infrastructures. Don't miss this deep dive into the future of secure network solutions!

In this episode of Command and Control, host Aaron Banner and guests from Bitdefender delve into the increasingly crucial realm of Cloud Security Posture Management (CSPM). As more organizations migrate to the cloud, understanding and implementing effective security strategies becomes paramount. The discussion focuses on a recent Bitdefender article which explores the foundations of CSPM and its role in enhancing cloud security maturity. The guests, experts in cloud infrastructure and cybersecurity, provide insights on the challenges of cloud security, the implications of CSPM, and practical tips for organizations to strengthen their cloud environments against potential breaches. Tune in to uncover how CSPM acts as the backbone for robust cloud security frameworks and learn how to safeguard your digital assets effectively in this cloud-reliant era.

Review the Article they review here: https://www.bitdefender.com/blog/businessinsights/establishing-a-foundation-the-essential-role-of-cspm-in-cloud-security-maturit/