{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"Hard Problems, Smart Solutions: The Newfire Podcast","title":"Information Security in 2025: Doing More With Less","html":"<iframe width=\"100%\" height=\"180\" frameborder=\"no\" scrolling=\"no\" seamless src=\"https://share.transistor.fm/e/16c0e39c\"></iframe>","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":2880,"description":"On this episode of Hard Problems, Smart Solutions: The Newfire Podcast, Newfire’s Head of Advisory Services Will Crawford sits down with Laura Louthan, founder of Angel Cybersecurity. Laura, a seasoned virtual Chief Information Security Officer (vCISO), discusses how businesses can creatively address security challenges without stretching their budgets. Drawing on her extensive experience with notable companies like Sephora and Equifax, Laura offers valuable insights into building secure infrastructures, managing risk, and crafting effective and budget-conscious security strategies. Listen in for a deep dive into maximizing your security impact while conserving resources.\n\nKey Topics:\nIntroduction to Laura Louthan and her background in cybersecurity.\nBalancing security and budget constraints for startups and smaller businesses.\nFinding the right security leadership.\nUnique security challenges within the healthcare sector.\nEducating employees on the importance of security practices.\nManaging third-party vendor risks and evaluations.\nThe role of AI in enhancing security tools and practices.\nImplementing an effective incident response plan.\nAdvice for future security professionals.","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/UIMtnfUdPS_gnbX0eRsNjV_KsDBrs8zDqtMF_A-tZZg/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS8yMGE5/OGY2NjQ0Yjg1OTVh/ZTEwMTgyNGYyN2Q4/OWZkZS5wbmc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}