James McLeary: When a Nation-State Attack Tests a CISO

THEOS Cybernova
02/01/2026 36 min
James McLeary: When a Nation-State Attack Tests a CISO

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What do you do when a nation-state attack hits just days into a new CISO role and it’s already Friday?In this episode of THEOS Cybernova, James McLeary shares real-world lessons from leading a live cyber incident response under intense pressure. From coordinating multiple DF/IR firms to fast-tracking procurement in Asia, this conversation reveals what cyber readiness really looks like when theory disappears.A candid discussion on incident response, leadership, and resilience when it matters most.Production Credits: Presented by: Paul JacksonStudio Engineer & Editor: Manny PeñamoraExecutive Producers: Paul Jackson and Ian Carless Co-produced by: Theos Cyber and W4 Podcast Studio

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