{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"The Professional CISO","title":"The Next Chapter: Life After CISO with Justin Somaini, Partner YL Ventures","html":"<iframe width=\"100%\" height=\"180\" frameborder=\"no\" scrolling=\"no\" seamless src=\"https://share.transistor.fm/e/ea814faf\"></iframe>","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":2462,"description":"In Episode 14 of the Professional CISO Podcast, host David Malicoat welcomes security leader Justin Somaini, a partner at YL Ventures. This episode explores Somaini's journey from military upbringing to penetration testing, and his current venture into cybersecurity venture capital. Key topics include the need to professionalize the CISO role, risk quantification, and the requirement for standardized cybersecurity measures for companies. The episode also delves into the future of the CISO role, the importance of community involvement, and practical advice for CISOs facing increased scrutiny. Somaini concludes with his perspectives on life after being a CISO and tips for career advancement.00:00 Introduction to the Professional CISO Podcast 00:31 Interview with a Venture Capital Security Leader 01:36 Digital Fight Club Announcement 03:29 Guest Introduction: Justin Somaini 04:03 The Journey of Justin Somaini in Tech 05:14 Professionalizing the Role of the CISO 12:39 The Future of Risk Quantification 18:35 The Evolution of the CISO Role 22:30 Increased Scrutiny in Cybersecurity 23:29 Changing the 'I've Got It Covered' Mentality 25:30 Simplifying Security with NIST CSF 27:01 Exploring Career Paths for CISOs 28:42 Building Relationships in the Security Industry 32:06 The Importance of Innovation 34:14 Real Advice for Aspiring CISOs 36:42 Rapid-Fire Questions with Justin Somaini 39:55 Conclusion and Final ThoughtsJustin Somaini LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jsomaini/YL Ventures: https://www.ylventures.com/David Malicoat LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-malicoat-cissp/THPC Website: www.thpc.coTHPC LInkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-professional-ciso-podcastDigital Fight Club Website: https://digitalfightclub.co/Foundation SponsorsInterpres Security: https://interpressecurity.com/ContraForce: https://www.contraforce.com/","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/ug-fdoDtb-XHe_KV42kTMgyIR-0A0-pVyy6kAU5aDd0/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS83YTZi/YjBjZDcwZGU5Zjcz/M2E1ZWJkY2QxMTFk/MjkyZC5wbmc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}