New Opportunities and Risks in Cybersecurity | A Conversation with John Chambers
1Guest: John Chambers, Founder and CEO at JC2 Ventures [@JC2Ventures]
On Linkedin | https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnchambersjc/
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Host: Sean Martin, Co-Founder at ITSPmagazine [@ITSPmagazine] and Host of Redefining CyberSecurity Podcast [@RedefiningCyber]
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Episode Notes
On this episode of Redefining Cybersecurity, John Chambers - former CEO of Cisco and current CEO of JC2 Ventures - speaks with host Sean Martin about the intersection of cybersecurity and risk with AI, the state of enterprise budgets for cybersecurity, innovation in the tech industry, and the need for education and innovation hubs. Chambers warns that companies need a well-thought-out plan when it comes to AI strategies and cybersecurity strategies, emphasizing that those without plans may experience difficulties raising funds and suffer from stock declines. He notes the complexities arising from cybersecurity attacks, specifically those leveraging AI, and highlights the importance of getting ahead of the issue. Chambers also talks about the need for companies to evolve and emphasizes the importance of innovation.
Later in the conversation, Chambers and Martin shift to the need for education and innovation hubs, discussing how these hubs are shifting from being limited to only the coasts. They discuss how the industry playbook is similar to previous movements in cloud and internet technology, but the speed of change and disruption has evolved. Chambers highlights the changes occurring in West Virginia and notes the emergence of a new crop of cybersecurity professionals entering the field.
The episode concludes with Chambers emphasizing the need for a change in education to achieve long-term success in the industry, with a focus on sharing knowledge and innovation throughout the country. Overall, the episode provides listeners with insights on the future of cybersecurity and innovation, the importance of having a well-planned strategy for both fields, and the need for education and innovation hubs to achieve success.
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