Join us on this episode of Symplicity Conversations as we chat with Patrick Hayes, Chief Strategy Officer at Third Wave Innovations.
Dive into Patrick's intriguing career journey from telecom to cybersecurity and discover how Third Wave's groundbreaking approach is helping businesses combat evolving digital threats.
Learn why cybersecurity is more than just a technical challenge and explore how organizations can effectively manage risk to support strategic growth. Plus, gain insights into the role of AI in modern cybersecurity and the importance of continuous assessment.
Chapters:
(00:00) Welcome & Introduction of Patrick Hayes, Third Wave Innovations
(01:00) Patrick’s Journey from Telecom to Cybersecurity Leadership
(04:30) Cybersecurity as a Business Problem, Not a Technical One
(08:00) The Mission of Third Wave Innovations & C4 Intelligence Platform
(13:30) Risk, Compliance, and the Importance of Security Assessments
(18:00) Why Cyber Insurance Isn’t Enough for Businesses
(22:00) AI Agents, Advanced Threats, and the Future of Cybersecurity
(27:00) Using AI for Risk Intelligence and Governance (GRC)
(30:00) Emerging Trends: Supply Chain Attacks and Shadow AI
(36:00) The Importance of Budgeting for Cybersecurity in Small Business
(41:00) Breaking Down Silos with Integrated Assurance
(47:00) Advice for Companies: Why Assessments Should Be Annual
(50:00) Closing Thoughts on Building Trust in Security Partnerships

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