Welcome to Episode 7 of the Professional CISO Podcast, Hosted by David Malicoat
David reunites with longtime friend and former coworker, Patrick Benoit. They explore the evolution and professionalization of the CISO role, Pat's career journey from technology and military service to cybersecurity leadership, and the necessity of soft skills alongside technical knowledge. They also discuss the challenge of guiding boards on cyber risk, the relationship between CISOs and technology executives, and the importance of developing trust and leadership qualities.
Don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast and join us on LinkedIn so we can keep the conversation moving forward. www.theprofessionalciso.com
Sponsors: This episode is brought to you by our foundational sponsor, Interpres Security. Visit www.interpressecurity.com/HVM to learn more!
Impactful Moments:
00:00 - Welcome
02:06 - Introducing guest, Pat Benoit
06:08 - Licensing CISOs?
07:37 - CISO Now Is Like CIO Then
09:25 - The ‘Trust & Inspire’ Skills
13:12 - Little c to Big C in CISO
16:00 - Approaching Other ‘C’ Roles
20:11 - 10 questions
27:15 - Cyber-Risk Insight
Links:
Connect with Pat Benoit:
cyber-riskinsights.com
https://www.linkedin.com/in/patricklbenoit/
Books Mentioned:
https://www.amazon.com/Extreme-Ownership-U-S-Navy-SEALs/dp/1250067057
The Four Agreements
Welcome to Episode 7 of the Professional CISO Podcast, Hosted by David Malicoat
David reunites with longtime friend and former coworker, Patrick Benoit. They explore the evolution and professionalization of the CISO role, Pat's career journey from technology and military service to cybersecurity leadership, and the necessity of soft skills alongside technical knowledge. They also discuss the challenge of guiding boards on cyber risk, the relationship between CISOs and technology executives, and the importance of developing trust and leadership qualities.
Don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast and join us on LinkedIn so we can keep the conversation moving forward. www.theprofessionalciso.com
Sponsors: This episode is brought to you by our foundational sponsor, Interpres Security. Visit www.interpressecurity.com/HVM to learn more!
Impactful Moments:
00:00 - Welcome
02:06 - Introducing guest, Pat Benoit
06:08 - Licensing CISOs?
07:37 - CISO Now Is Like CIO Then
09:25 - The ‘Trust & Inspire’ Skills
13:12 - Little c to Big C in CISO
16:00 - Approaching Other ‘C’ Roles
20:11 - 10 questions
27:15 - Cyber-Risk Insight
Links:
Connect with Pat Benoit:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/patricklbenoit/
Books Mentioned:
https://www.amazon.com/Extreme-Ownership-U-S-Navy-SEALs/dp/1250067057
Shaping Cybersecurity Leadership: Today, Tomorrow, Together.