Innovative Approaches to Cyber Security Awareness Training with Craig Taylor

03/12/2024 49 min Episodio 201
Innovative Approaches to Cyber Security Awareness Training with Craig Taylor

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In this episode of Secure Talk, host Justin Beals, CEO and founder of Strike Graph, discusses cybersecurity awareness training with Craig Taylor, CEO and co-founder of CyberHoot. They explore the evolution and significance of security training, particularly in light of the rising number of phishing attacks. Taylor shares insights from his extensive background, including being a senior risk analyst for Computer Sciences Corporation in the development of one of the first cloud hosting platforms. He also shares his experience as a virtual Chief Information Security Officer (vCISO) and the growth and success of CyberHoot. The conversation highlights CyberHoot's innovative use of positive reinforcement methods in their approach to automated training and examines the role of artificial intelligence (AI) in both creating and combating cybersecurity threats. They also discuss the future of AI in security training and provide practical steps that companies can take to enhance their cyber resilience.00:00 Introduction to SecureTalk00:34 The Importance of Security Awareness Training03:18 Craig Taylor's Journey into Cybersecurity05:25 The Evolution of Technology and AI15:30 The Role of Virtual CISOs21:48 Building CyberHoot: From Services to Product25:17 The Ineffectiveness of Shock Collars and Negative Reinforcement26:21 The Power of Positive Reinforcement in Training27:21 Challenges with Fake Email Phishing27:51 Cyberhoots' Approach to Phishing Simulations28:50 Gamification and Positive Outcomes30:26 The Anxiety Around Cybersecurity Training31:39 The Problem with Traditional Phishing Tests33:13 Emerging Best Practices in Cybersecurity38:53 The Role of AI in Phishing and Cybersecurity45:16 Future Perspectives and Rapid Content Creation48:46 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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