Secure & Simple — Podcast for Consultants and vCISOs on Cybersecurity Governance and Compliance
Secure & Simple — Podcast for Consultants and vCISOs on Cybersecurity Governance and Compliance
Podcast Description
“Secure & Simple” demystifies governance and compliance challenges faced by consultants, as well as professionals acting as fractional CISOs in companies. The podcast is hosted by Dejan Kosutic, an expert in cybersecurity governance, ISO 27001, NIS2, and DORA. The episodes present topics in an easy-to-understand way and provide you with insight you won’t be able to find elsewhere.
To provide comments, suggest topics for the next episodes, or express your interest in participating in the show, contact us at [email protected].
Learn more about ISO 27001, NIS2, and DORA at https://advisera.com.
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Content Themes
The podcast covers various themes related to cybersecurity governance, ISO standards, and consulting practices. Key topics include the integration of ISO 27001 and GDPR, leveraging online courses for consulting success, the trends impacting certification bodies, and the strategic role of content marketing in establishing a consultancy. Episode examples include discussions on AI's role in consulting, building personal brands, and insights into supplier security frameworks.

“Secure & Simple” demystifies governance and compliance challenges faced by consultants, as well as professionals acting as fractional CISOs in companies. The podcast is hosted by Dejan Kosutic, an expert in cybersecurity governance, ISO 27001, NIS2, and DORA. The episodes present topics in an easy-to-understand way and provide you with insight you won’t be able to find elsewhere.
To provide comments, suggest topics for the next episodes, or express your interest in participating in the show, contact us at [email protected].
Learn more about ISO 27001, NIS2, and DORA at https://advisera.com.
In this episode of the Secure and Simple Podcast, Dejan Kosutic, CEO of Advisera, interviews Paul C Dwyer, founder and CEO of Cyber Risk International and president of the ICTTF. They discuss digital resilience from a business and strategic standpoint, the role of company boards in cybersecurity, and how to effectively bridge the communication gap between technical experts and business leaders. Paul shares insights from his extensive 30-year career across military, law enforcement, and business sectors, emphasizing the importance of aligning cybersecurity and business strategies, understanding the core business, and enhancing communication skills among cybersecurity professionals to engage effectively with board members.
Links from the episode:
– Conformio software to streamline and scale ISO 27001 implementation and maintenance for your clients: https://advisera.co/Conformio-software
– White label documentation toolkits for NIS2, DORA, ISO 27001, and other ISO standards to create all the required documents for your clients: https://advisera.co/page-all-toolkits
– Accredited Lead Auditor and Lead Implementer courses for various standards and frameworks to show your expertise to potential clients: https://advisera.co/Consultant-Courses
– Company Training Academy with numerous videos for NIS2, DORA, ISO 27001, and other frameworks to organize training and awareness programs for your client’s workforce: https://advisera.co/page-Company-Training-Account
– Beginner’s Course for ISO, Cybersecurity, and AI Consultants:https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLHwD3nQun7caKFq80LxNNYKIabATlyA7t
– How to Grow Your Cybersecurity, ISO, or AI Consultancy: Advanced Course:https://advisera.co/GrowYourConsultancyTraining
- (00:00) – Interview Paul C Dwyer
- (01:55) – Communication Gaps in Cybersecurity
- (03:00) – Importance of Leadership in Cybersecurity
- (07:17) – Building Trust and Rapport
- (09:47) – Soft Skills and People Skills
- (18:09) – Connecting Cybersecurity with Business Strategy
- (23:58) – Understanding Resilience and Cybersecurity
- (28:07) – Disaster Recovery and Business Continuity
- (33:05) – Integrating Cyber Risk into Enterprise Risk Management
- (39:21) – Supply Chain Security and Resilience
- (44:58) – Effective Communication with the Board
- (49:38) – Resources for Consultants

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