In this episode, Evan Francen and Meg Perron sit down with Greg Schaffer, a seasoned virtual Chief Information Security Officer (vCISO) and the host of the Virtual CISO Podcast. Together, they delve into the critical pillars of trust, credibility, and likability in the cybersecurity industry. Greg shares his inspiring journey from a network engineer to a CISO, eventually leading to the creation of his own virtual CISO services. He opens up about the unique challenges and rewards of being a virtual CISO, highlighting the importance of integrity and a servant mindset in this ever-evolving field.
Throughout the conversation, Greg emphasizes the significance of having a clear purpose and mission in information security, especially for those helping small and mid-sized businesses (SMBs).
He discusses his book, "Information Security for Small and Mid-sized Businesses," and underscores the value of staying mission-focused rather than being driven by monetary gains.
Links referred to in the episode:
https://vcisoservices.com/
The Virtual CISO Moment: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEXU-7bLJKY5WPEd7N3afSg
"Information Security for Small and Mid-sized Businesses" Book: https://www.amazon.com/Information-Security-Small-Midsized-Businesses/dp/1733066861?source=ps-sl-shoppingads-lpcontext&ref_=fplfs&psc=1&smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER
To learn more about the CvCISO Program, visit: https://securitystudio.com/academy