In this powerful episode of Musings from the Cyber Trench, host Vishal Masih welcomes Rajeev, Senior Principal Architect at Accenture Federal Services, for a deep-dive into what Zero Trust really means — beyond the hype.

Together, they explore how Zero Trust architecture is transforming public sector cybersecurity, driving modernization, and reshaping how organizations defend critical infrastructure and mission systems. From AI and automation to human-centered design, this episode breaks down the real challenges and real wins in implementing Zero Trust at scale.

Whether you’re a cyber leader, federal technologist, or security strategist, this conversation delivers practical insights on building trust in an untrusted world.

⏱️ Timestamps:

00:00 – Welcome to Musings from the Cyber Trench

01:12 – Meet Rajeev: From architect to public sector strategist

03:05 – What Zero Trust really means in today’s cybersecurity landscape

06:48 – Moving from traditional perimeter models to continuous verification

09:22 – Real-world lessons from Zero Trust adoption in federal environments

12:15 – How AI and automation are changing cyber defense

15:37 – Overcoming organizational resistance and silos

18:44 – Building culture and communication around Zero Trust principles

22:19 – The balance between technology, people, and policy

25:06 – Future trends: Mission resilience and proactive cyber posture

28:40 – Key takeaways for cybersecurity leaders

30:12 – Final thoughts: Why Zero Trust is a mindset, not a milestone

🎯 Key Themes:

Turning Zero Trust from theory into mission impact

The evolving role of AI in federal cybersecurity

Breaking silos through collaboration and transparency

Why culture is as critical as technology in cyber transformation

💡 Call to Action:

If you’re passionate about cybersecurity, modernization, and mission impact — this is the conversation you don’t want to miss.

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