In this episode of the Entropy Podcast, host Francis Gorman speaks with Fadi Daood, Zero Trust Strategy Lead at Swift, about the evolving landscape of cybersecurity and the concept of Zero Trust. Fadi shares his journey into cybersecurity, emphasizing the importance of aligning security strategies with business needs and the misconceptions surrounding Zero Trust. The conversation delves into the role of change management, the necessity of embedding Zero Trust principles into organizational processes, and the impact of emerging technologies like generative AI on cybersecurity. During the conversation Francis also highlights the importance of human resilience and critical thinking in navigating the complexities of modern cyber threats.

Takeaways

• Zero Trust is seen as an opportunity to do the right thing in cybersecurity.
• Aligning cybersecurity with business needs is crucial for effective strategy.
• Change management is essential for successful implementation of security measures.
• Technology is only a small part of the cybersecurity equation; people and processes are key.
• Zero Trust should be embedded in organizational processes for sustainability.
• Generative AI is changing the landscape of cyber threats and defenses.
• Understanding the 'why' behind security measures can foster better compliance.
• Common sense approaches are often overlooked in cybersecurity practices.
• Stakeholder engagement is vital for aligning security with business objectives.
• Human resilience and critical thinking are necessary to combat evolving cyber threats.

Sound Bites

• "Zero Trust is an opportunity."
• "Never assume you know the business."
• "Our job is to protect the business."
• "Common sense is not so common."
• "Technology is just 20% of the job."
• "We need to show them the why."
• "We are not here to make your job difficult."