Recorded live from InfoSec World in Orlando, this Root To CISO Byte-Size episode features a candid conversation between Kris Rides and Michael Powell on the realities facing today’s cybersecurity professionals. From rapid AI adoption and shadow AI to lean teams, staffing constraints, and rising burnout, the discussion explores how security leaders are being forced to rethink risk management, productivity, and sustainability. Kris and Michael also dive into mental health in security, return-to...
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Recorded live from InfoSec World in Orlando, this Root To CISO Byte-Size episode features a candid conversation between Kris Rides and Michael Powell on the realities facing today’s cybersecurity professionals. From rapid AI adoption and shadow AI to lean teams, staffing constraints, and rising burnout, the discussion explores how security leaders are being forced to rethink risk management, productivity, and sustainability. Kris and Michael also dive into mental health in security, return-to...
Breaking Into Cybersecurity: Skills and Certs That Get You Hired | Root To CISO Podcast
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Breaking Into Cybersecurity: Skills and Certs That Get You Hired | Root To CISO Podcast
In this highlight from The Root to CISO Podcast, Global CISO of Carnival Cruises, Margarita Rivera, shares how she transitioned into cybersecurity without a technical background — and how transferable skills, a strong business mindset, and continuous learning helped shape her success. She discusses the growing challenges of breaking into cybersecurity today, why hiring managers need to rethink how they view career changers, and how certifications and education can help bridge technical gaps.
Root To CISO
Recorded live from InfoSec World in Orlando, this Root To CISO Byte-Size episode features a candid conversation between Kris Rides and Michael Powell on the realities facing today’s cybersecurity professionals. From rapid AI adoption and shadow AI to lean teams, staffing constraints, and rising burnout, the discussion explores how security leaders are being forced to rethink risk management, productivity, and sustainability. Kris and Michael also dive into mental health in security, return-to...
