Authenticate This! The Cybersecurity Leadership Podcast

• Challenging AI Threats and Strengthening Human Vigilance with Steve Cobb of SecurityScorecard

  On this episode, Tim York and Aaron Lentz talk to Steve Cobb, CISO of SecurityScorecard and a founding member of the CarolinaCISO. Steve shares how today’s threat actors are targeting human behavior more than systems, and why cultural change and technical guardrails are both essential. He also discusses mentoring the next generation of cyber talent, the importance of foundational skills and his leadership approach rooted in curiosity, communication and service.Key Takeaways:00:00 Introduction.06:48 Deepfakes are now impersonating public officials to influence real-world decisions.09:39 “Trust but verify” is essential in a world where video calls can be faked.12:54 Organizations are rushing into AI at the cost of security and thoughtfulness.16:27 Cultural assumptions about trust make US users especially vulnerable to deception.20:51 We’re wired to seek connection; shifting to suspicion at work is counterintuitive but necessary.23:36 Threat actors are focused on hacking people, not just tech.26:15 Competitive cyber events train youth in real-world collaboration and red/blue team skills.35:03 Strong cyber teams are grounded in foundational skills: networking, cloud and OS.39:51 Communication, both up and down the chain, is a critical skill for cyber leaders.40:30 Servant leadership — building trust and supporting the team — creates stronger, more resilient organizations.Resources Mentioned:Tim Yorkhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/tim-york-b80b23a/Aaron Lentzhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/aaron-lentz/Steve Cobbhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/wscobb/SecurityScorecard | LinkedInhttps://www.linkedin.com/company/security-scorecard/SecurityScorecard | Websitehttps://securityscorecard.com/CarolinaCISO | LinkedInhttps://www.linkedin.com/company/carolinaciso/CarolinaCISO | Websitehttps://www.carolinaciso.org/Thank you for listening to “Authenticate This!: The Cybersecurity Leadership Podcast.” Be sure to leave us a review and subscribe so you don’t miss an episode. For more information, visit ic-consult.com#Cybersecurity #IdentityManagement #InformationSecurity #IAM #IdentityAccessManagement

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• Creating Psychological Safety in Security Teams with Susanne Senoff of PROS

  On this episode, hosts Tim York and Jackie Henrich talk to Susanne Senoff, CISO of PROS, about making security human, building trust through connection and leading with authenticity. Susanne shares lessons from her unconventional career path, her views on psychological safety and how she builds resilient, empowered teams in high-stakes environments.Key Takeaways:(03:56) Making security fun starts with creating psychological safety and room for humor — even in high-pressure environments.(11:29) Serving internal and external customers while driving meaningful security impact.(13:44) Missed connections in security often stem from a lack of listening and failure to understand business constraints.(15:58) Moving from individual contributor to leader means learning how to create impact through others.(20:39) When expectations are clear and support is real, people rise to the challenge.(24:41) Realizing the value of asking for help and knowing what energizes you.(34:22) Mentorship often comes through informal moments, not structured relationships.(40:14) Not all mentors give good advice. Leadership means filtering input and trusting your gut.(45:00) Engaging with “grumpy gooses” is a fast path to trust and alignment because of their honesty.Resources Mentioned:Susanne Senoffhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/susanne-elizer-senoff-575ba96/PROS | LinkedInhttps://www.linkedin.com/company/pros/PROS | Websitehttps://pros.com/Thank you for listening to “Authenticate This!: The Cybersecurity Leadership Podcast.” Be sure to leave us a review and subscribe so you don’t miss an episode. For more information, visit ic-consult.com#Cybersecurity #IdentityManagement #InformationSecurity #IAM #IdentityAccessManagement

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• The Culture Factor in Cybersecurity Leadership with Scott Ostrander of SPS Commerce

  Hosts Aaron Lentz and Tim York talk to Scott Ostrander, Vice President and Chief Information Security Officer of SPS Commerce and Founding Member of MinnesotaCISO.With the experience that comes with two decades at Medtronic and now leading security at a SaaS company, Scott shares how he builds trust, manages risk and leads with empathy in fast-paced environments. He breaks down the limitations of access reviews, how AI is reshaping identity verification and why listening matters more than immediate change. From deepfake threats to third-party visibility and vendor partnerships, Scott offers pragmatic insights and people-centered leadership advice for today’s CISOs.Key Takeaways:(05:39) Deleting your biometric data reduces exposure if companies are sold or breached.(11:09) Culture and identity shape how security decisions are made in business.(16:30) Effective change depends on alignment and trust with the existing team.(26:32) AI deepfakes now challenge the reliability of identity verification.(28:22) Most organizations lack a clear view of their third-party risk landscape.(38:45) The real risk in access reviews is denying needed access.(43:46) Determining who has access to what remains difficult across SaaS ecosystems.(48:31) Trusted vendors offer insight and partnership, not just a sales pitch.(52:32) Trust builds when vendors stop selling and start listening.Resources Mentioned:Scott Ostranderhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/scott-ostrander-46846a8/SPS Commerce | LinkedInhttps://www.linkedin.com/company/sps-commerce/SPS Commerce | Websitehttps://www.spscommerce.com/MinnesotaCISO | LinkedInhttps://www.linkedin.com/company/minnesotaciso/MinnesotaCISO | Websitehttps://minnesotaciso.org/Thank you for listening to “Authenticate This!: The Cybersecurity Leadership Podcast.” Be sure to leave us a review and subscribe so you don’t miss an episode. For more information, visit ic-consult.com.#Cybersecurity #IdentityManagement #InformationSecurity #IAM #IdentityAccessManagement

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• Protecting People, Not Just Data with Rich Rhodes of Choice Bank

  On this episode, hosts Aaron Linz and Tim York talk to Rich Rhodes, Chief Information Security Officer of Choice Bank. Rich shares how his people-first philosophy shapes the way he leads security programs, especially during high-stress moments like bank mergers, regulatory pressure and pandemic-era team isolation. Drawing from years in financial services and community work, Rich explains why fundamentals matter, how humor builds trust and why he believes security is 90% people.Key Takeaways:(04:30) Volunteer work revealed the real-world consequences of identity loss.(07:56) Cybersecurity leadership must center the human experience, not just controls.(09:33) Managing conflict in security teams requires empathy and intentional restraint.(16:09) Employee well-being and development are critical responsibilities of CISOs.(18:25) Regular communication and transparency help unify distributed teams.(27:04) Large-scale IAM implementations demand urgency and cross-functional alignment.(30:55) Creative morale boosters can protect team mental health during crises.Resources Mentioned:Rich Rhodeshttps://www.linkedin.com/in/rich-rhodes-cissp-pcip-1b35755/Choice Bank | LinkedInhttps://www.linkedin.com/company/choicebank/Choice Bank | Websitehttps://bankwithchoice.com/Meals on Wheels | Websitehttps://meals-on-wheels.com/Thank you for listening to “Authenticate This!: The Cybersecurity Leadership Podcast.” Be sure to leave us a review and subscribe so you don’t miss an episode. For more information, visit https://ic-consult.com.#Cybersecurity #IdentityManagement #InformationSecurity #IAM #IdentityAccessManagement

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• Why Calm Leadership Wins During Cyber Crises with Andrew Wilder of Vetcor

  Hosts Aaron Lentz and Tim York talk to Andrew Wilder, Chief Security Officer of Vetcor. With three CISO roles under his belt — including at Nestlé — Andrew shares how he evolved from a command-and-control leader to a collaborative influencer of change. He discusses the importance of identity hygiene, working with the C-suite and why taking your own notes is a secret weapon for long-term leadership. From mentoring through CyberUp to partnering with startups, Andrew offers real stories and practical advice for modern cybersecurity leaders.Key Takeaways:(04:41) Dormant accounts and poor identity hygiene are common cybersecurity challenges.(08:46) Understand the level of change before accepting a leadership role.(11:52) Mature CISOs accept business risk decisions and move forward.(16:29) Staying calm in a cyber crisis helps lead a team with clarity.(21:54) Agentic AI offers efficiency but brings big change challenges.(27:27) Automate last — after you question, delete, simplify and accelerate.(32:13) Overpermissioned accounts are prime for data exfiltration.(38:02) Strong relationships beat cold outreach every time.(40:26) Cyber insurance now drives many security tool decisions.(43:13) Partnerships give CISOs tools, team growth and ecosystem security.(46:34) Trusting AI blindly is a dangerous mistake.Resources Mentioned:Aaron Lentzhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/aaron-lentz/Tim Yorkhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/tim-york-b80b23a/Andrew Wilderhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/apwilder/Vetcorhttps://www.linkedin.com/company/vetcor/CyberUphttps://wecyberup.org/InfraGard https://www.infragard.org/Thank you for listening to “Authenticate This!: The Cybersecurity Leadership Podcast.” Be sure to leave us a review and subscribe so you don’t miss an episode. For more information, visit ic-consult.com.#Cybersecurity #IdentityManagement #InformationSecurity #IAM #IdentityAccessManagement

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