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Guest: Phil Beyer , Owner, Getting Security Done, Inc. On LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/pjbeyer/ ____________________________ Host: Sean Martin , Co-Founder at ITSPmagazine [ @ITSPmagazine ] and Host of Redefining CyberSecurity Podcast [ @RedefiningCyber ] On ITSPmagazine | https://www.itspmagazine.com/sean-martin View This Show's Sponsors ___________________________ Episode Notes In this episode of the Redefining CyberSecurity Podcast, host Sean Martin is joined by Phil Beyer, former Head of Security at Etsy, to dive into the nuanced dynamics of interviewing for Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) roles. The discussion provides a multifaceted exploration of the CISO job market from both the employer and candidate perspectives, highlighting the evolving expectations and realities facing security leaders today. Sean and Phil engage in a candid conversation about the state of the cybersecurity job market, emphasizing the shift towards an employer's market for CISO positions. This shift has intensified the challenges faced by candidates, including navigating interviews that may reveal deeper insights into an organization's cybersecurity program and its alignment (or lack thereof) with the candidate's vision and expertise. Phil shares his experience and observations from his recent job searches, noting the complexities inherent in the process and the importance of aligning personal values and professional goals with potential roles. The episode touches on the importance of assessing the culture of potential employers and the critical role of the interviewing process in gauging fit on both sides. A significant theme of the discussion is the need for transparency and clear communication between candidates and employers, particularly regarding the current state and desired direction of the cybersecurity program. Sean and Phil highlight how the expectations set during the interview process can significantly impact the ultimate success of the chosen CISO in driving the cybersecurity strategy forward. Additionally, the episode addresses the broader implications of these hiring dynamics on the cybersecurity industry and the importance of fostering a community where shared experiences and strategies can lead to more effective leadership and program development. Listeners will gain insights into the strategic considerations necessary for both CISO candidates and hiring organizations in today's complex cybersecurity landscape, as well as the leadership and relationship-building skills crucial for success in these influential roles. Top Questions Addressed How does the shift towards an employer's market impact CISO job candidates? What are the current challenges and complexities in the cybersecurity job market? How can candidates and organizations improve transparency and communication during the hiring process? ___________________________ Watch this and other videos on ITSPmagazine's YouTube Channel Redefining CyberSecurity Podcast with Sean Martin, CISSP playlist: 📺 https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLnYu0psdcllS9aVGdiakVss9u7xgYDKYq ITSPmagazine YouTube Channel: 📺 https://www.youtube.com/@itspmagazine Be sure to share and subscribe! ___________________________ Resources</s

Guest: Phil Beyer , Owner, Getting Security Done, Inc. On LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/pjbeyer/ ____________________________ Host: Sean Martin , Co-Founder at ITSPmagazine [ @ITSPmagazine ] and Host of Redefining CyberSecurity Podcast [ @RedefiningCyber ] On ITSPmagazine | https://www.itspmagazine.com/sean-martin View This Show's Sponsors ___________________________ Episode Notes In this episode of the Redefining CyberSecurity Podcast, host Sean Martin is joined by Phil Beyer, former Head of Security at Etsy, to dive into the nuanced dynamics of interviewing for Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) roles. The discussion provides a multifaceted exploration of the CISO job market from both the employer and candidate perspectives, highlighting the evolving expectations and realities facing security leaders today. Sean and Phil engage in a candid conversation about the state of the cybersecurity job market, emphasizing the shift towards an employer's market for CISO positions. This shift has intensified the challenges faced by candidates, including navigating interviews that may reveal deeper insights into an organization's cybersecurity program and its alignment (or lack thereof) with the candidate's vision and expertise. Phil shares his experience and observations from his recent job searches, noting the complexities inherent in the process and the importance of aligning personal values and professional goals with potential roles. The episode touches on the importance of assessing the culture of potential employers and the critical role of the interviewing process in gauging fit on both sides. A significant theme of the discussion is the need for transparency and clear communication between candidates and employers, particularly regarding the current state and desired direction of the cybersecurity program. Sean and Phil highlight how the expectations set during the interview process can significantly impact the ultimate success of the chosen CISO in driving the cybersecurity strategy forward. Additionally, the episode addresses the broader implications of these hiring dynamics on the cybersecurity industry and the importance of fostering a community where shared experiences and strategies can lead to more effective leadership and program development. Listeners will gain insights into the strategic considerations necessary for both CISO candidates and hiring organizations in today's complex cybersecurity landscape, as well as the leadership and relationship-building skills crucial for success in these influential roles. Top Questions Addressed How does the shift towards an employer's market impact CISO job candidates? What are the current challenges and complexities in the cybersecurity job market? How can candidates and organizations improve transparency and communication during the hiring process? ___________________________ Watch this and other videos on ITSPmagazine's YouTube Channel Redefining CyberSecurity Podcast with Sean Martin, CISSP playlist: 📺 https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLnYu0psdcllS9aVGdiakVss9u7xgYDKYq ITSPmagazine YouTube Channel: 📺 https://www.youtube.com/@itspmagazine Be sure to share and subscribe! ___________________________ Resources</s

This is Part 2 of our interview with Phil Beyer. We asked him about the difference between mentoring and coaching, and we end the podcast talking about influence, the types of influence and ways to gain influence. Intro "Private Eye", transition "Mining by Moonlight", and Outro "Honeybee" created by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

This week, we're leaving the Infosec track a bit, but this interview may be more important to being a person's development as a good Infosec person. We interviewed Mr. Phil Beyer, Director of Information Security for the Advisory Board Company. In addition to being a past president of the Capitol of Texas ISSA Chapter, he co-founded the Texas CISO Council, a regional steering committee composed of security leaders from private industry and the public sector. He recently gave a talk at Bsides Austin about leadership, and how anyone can be a leader of men. It was very inspiring and something Mr. Boettcher and I thought would be interesting for people in any line of work, not just infosec would benefit from. If you would like to hear his Bsides Austin talk, we have an exclusive audio copy of the talk, which you can find with his slideshare link here: Brakeingsecurity.com Please leave feedback if you like this, or please feel free to re-tweet/share this elsewhere. Intro "Private Eye", transition "Mining by Moonlight", and Outro "Honeybee" created by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/