Listen "De*Romanticizing the Cybersecurity Complexity "
Episode Synopsis
Join us as Ross Haleliuk, Head of Product at LimaCharlie breaks down the notion of complexity that surrounds cybersecurity. Ross's journey into cybersecurity began with a unique path. He had been involved in various tech fields for over a decade, including e-commerce, retail, and financial technology. He joined a cybersecurity startup as a product leader despite his initial hesitation due to the complexity and jargon associated with the field.And this episode uncovers exactly that. With a rather refreshing take on the cybersecurity landscape today, Ross is de-romanticizing the complexity, one day at a time. We also touch upon Ross's perspective as an angel investor and industry insider, emphasizing the importance of balance in cybersecurity startup founders. (along with some incredible advice for teams who are trying to sell to CISOs) So grab a snack, get cozy, and dive straight in! About Ross HaleliukWith a personality that rivals Taylor Swift, Ross Haleliuk is the Head of Product at LimaCharlie and the esteemed author of the famous cybersecurity blog, Venture in Security. He is joining us for the fifth episode of Risk Grustlers, to break down the notion of complexity that surrounds cybersecurity. Tune in to listen to Ross share his anecdotes as a non-tech background professional who’s had to unlearn and see beyond the acronyms and jargon. Highlights from the episodeTransitioning into the Cybersecurity Industry as a non-tech professionalBalancing Experience and Innovation in StartupsConvergence of Cybersecurity Services and ProductsQuotes“It's all about finding that balance between what products can do and where human expertise shines.”“Upon examining the market from a foundational perspective, it becomes evident that numerous trends involve the convergence of products and services. This convergence blurs the lines between product and service providers, leading to a unified entity.”About Scrut AutomationScrut Automation is a risk observability and compliance automation platform built to simplify information security monitoring for cloud-native companies. We help early-stage and growth-stage companies across the globe, establish enterprise-grade information security processes through an easy-to-use GRC platform.To watch more of our episodes and learn more about us, visit us at https://www.scrut.io/podcastsAbout Scrut Automation:Scrut Automation empowers scaling companies to move Beyond Compliance, focusing on managing digital risk while reducing the friction of audit preparation, evidence collection, and risk monitoring. Purpose-built for high-growth startups and mid-market businesses, Scrut simplifies the most tedious parts of compliance and risk management, keeping you audit-ready and risk-aware at all times. With seamless integration into your processes, Scrut delivers real-time insights and continuous monitoring, enabling proactive risk management to support sustainable growth. Focus on scaling your business confidently as Scrut automates compliance and strengthens your digital resilience—no more manual work or compliance chaos.To watch more of our episodes and learn more about us, visit us at :https://www.scrut.io/podcasts
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