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Let's Talk About (Secur)IT

Hosted by Philip de Souza · 🇺🇸 US · EN · 55 episodes

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Philip de Souza is the host of Secure (IT) and a cybersecurity veteran with over 30 years of experience. He founded Aurora, leading it to a successful acquisition by Plurilock. Today, Philip is a sought-after keynote speaker and advisor, helping organizations leverage AI and innovative go-to-market strategies.Deeply committed to philanthropy, Philip co-founded Ainiti (ainiti.org) to support girls' education globally and serves on multiple business boards including the US Chamber’s Small Business Council. When not dissecting the future of tech, he can be for his Harley near his home in LA.

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Philip de Souza hosts Let's Talk About (Secur)IT, a business show with 55 episodes published.

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Space, Subsea, AI & Quantum Computing — Tom Patterson on the Threat Landscape Defining Our Future

May 5, 20261h 10m

The internet runs on cables buried at the bottom of the ocean. Quantum computers will soon break the encryption protecting them. Most leaders don't even know the clock has started. I sat down with one of the most consequ

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From the White House to the Boardroom: Cybersecurity Leadership with Joe Sullivan

Apr 20, 202651mEp. 55

Most companies think cybersecurity is an IT problem. It's not. It's a leadership problem. A culture problem. A boardroom problem. I sat down with Joe Sullivan — former Chief Security Officer at Facebook, Uber, and Cloudf

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AI Adoption & Security: From Threat to Strategic Advantage

Mar 30, 202645mEp. 54

Is AI your biggest security threat—or your next unfair advantage? In this episode of Secure(It), host Philip de Souza sits down with Craig Nelson, founder of GrowthIQ.ai, to unpack how AI is reshaping cyber defense, data

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Cyber Vigilance: A Boardroom Perspective with George Tsantes

Feb 26, 202640mEp. 52

In this Secur(IT) episode, host Philip de Souza talks with George Tsantes, Partner at Newport LLC, former Accenture partner, EY principal, and co‑author of Cyber Attacks: Managing the Risk and Results . They explore how

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Cybersecurity, AI Empowerment, and Cognitive Diversity with Tamara Gracon and Jenny Kay Pollock

Jan 22, 202656m

Is your organization treating cybersecurity as a technical issue or a strategic business imperative? In this episode of Secure (IT), host Philip de Souza is joined by two powerhouses in the tech and governance space: Tam

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Cybersecurity Evolution: Revisiting Cyber Defense with Roger Grimes

Aug 22, 202552m

In this episode of "SecurIt," I'm thrilled to reconnect with Roger Grimes the Data-Driven Defense Evangelist at KnowBe4, as he shares his groundbreaking ideas for defeating hackers and malware. Explore the world of phish

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Distribution, Cybersecurity, and Tech Evolution - A Talk with Phillip Privett

Jun 10, 202550mEp. 50

In this episode of Secure It , we’re joined by Phillip Privett , Senior Vice President of Vendor Management at TD SYNNEX, where he oversees strategic sales and business development for North America’s Advanced Solutions

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AI Evolution, Cybersecurity, Deepseek, & the Future of Quantum Computing - Philip with Indira Joshi

Mar 5, 202546mEp. 49

In this special episode of Let's Talk About Secur(IT), Philip de Souza sits down with his sister, Indira Joshi, a trailblazing technology executive with over 25 years of experience in AI, semiconductor innovation, and sy

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Unlocking AI: Insights, Ethics, and Practical Tips A Talk with Philip Topham

Dec 29, 202448m

Step into the world of artificial intelligence with Philip Topham, a seasoned AI strategist, business advisor, and principal of The Savvy Founder. With over 15 years of leadership experience, Philip has dedicated his car

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Exploring Data Management and AI in Business: A Talk with Nathan Whittacre

Nov 20, 202436m

Nathan Whittacre, CEO of Stimulus Technologies, is a visionary leader with over 30 years of experience in technological innovation and entrepreneurship. Known as a trusted advisor and thought leader, Nathan is dedicated

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The Intricate World of Data Science: Angus Chen on AI and Cybersecurity

Oct 28, 202450m

Join us in this riveting episode as we explore Angus Chen's diverse career journey from mathematician to Director of Data Science at Binary Defense. With a rich background ranging from Johns Hopkins to the Federal Reserv

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Adapting to the Fourth Industrial Revolution: Dr. Tracey Wilen-Daugenti's Perspective

Sep 16, 202445m

In this episode of SecurIT, host Philip de Souza veers away from the usual cybersecurity themes to interview Dr. Tracey Wilen-Daugenti, an accomplished researcher, author, and speaker specializing in digital disruptions

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Innovation and Cybersecurity: A Conversation with Todd Greenwald

Aug 30, 202436m

This podcast welcomes Todd Greenwald, CEO of Heartland Computers, who shares his unconventional journey from Second City improv classes to leading a tech company in the supply chain sector. Todd discusses the importance

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Generations in Conversation: Exploring the Unique Bonds Between Fathers and Sons

Aug 21, 202458m

This podcast episode features an engaging and heartwarming father-son conversation, hosted by Philip de Souza, with guests Edward de Souza, Ronnie Dalgado, and Riley Dalgado. The discussion kicks off with light banter an

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Securing the Future of Cybersecurity: PKI, Quantum Computing & Beyond with Tim Hollebeek

Jul 30, 202453m

In this episode of the SecurIT podcast, Philip de Souza is joined by Timothy Hollebeek, a veteran in the field of computer security with over 20 years of experience. Timothy shares his journey, including his contribution

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Hackers and Defenders: The Ransomware Battle, Podcast Philip with Steve Stasiukonis

Jun 20, 202432m

Steve Stasiukonis is the Managing Partner of Secure Network Technologies, specializing in Penetration Testing, Information Security Risk Assessments, Incident Response, and Digital Forensic Investigations. An expert in S

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The Privacy Paradigm: Blair Dawson on the Confluence of Law and Cybersecurity

May 28, 202447m

Blair Dawson is an accomplished legal and business leader with a focus on cybersecurity and data privacy. With extensive experience in representing international clients and managing compliance across various regulatory

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Unveiling Offensive Cybersecurity | Philip with Carter McKelvain

Apr 16, 202445m

Dive deep into the world of offensive cybersecurity in this exciting episode with Philip and Carter McKelvain, Senior Offensive Security Engineer at Third Wave Innovations. Explore Carter's unconventional journey, includ

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Cybersecurity Threat Landscape - Decryption of Ransomware, Threat Actor Psychology and the Future of Cybersecurity with Brett Callow

Mar 25, 202423m

In the latest Secur(IT) podcast episode, Philip and Brett Callow (Threat Analyst @ Emsisoft) delve into the cybersecurity threat landscape, discussing the industry's current state, cyber attack trends, Emsisoft's contrib

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Cybersecurity Trends in the AI Era- Exploring AI, Cybersecurity, and the Rich Tapestry of Tech Literacy with Aron Hsiao

Feb 24, 202443m

In this insightful conversation, Philip de Souza, the host, talks with Aron Hsiao, VP of Marketing at Plurilock. The discussion is primarily centered around the impact of AI, cyber security trends, and the relevance of t

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