Mission: Cyber

Welcome to Mission: Cyber, exploring leadership journeys behind cybersecurity, compliance, and resilience in the defense industrial base. Join host Emil Sayegh as he interviews leaders and luminaries throughout the industry, highlighting the latest insights and strategies to help navigate today's cybersecurity challenges. This is Mission: Cyber, presented by CyberSheath.

Mission: Cyber is a business podcast hosted by Unknown Host, with 5 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

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  Episode #5

  Michael Gruden on CUI Protection, Legal Exposure, and Executive Responsibility

  Aug 26, 202656 minS0

  <p>In this episode of Mission: Cyber, host Emil Sayegh sits down with Michael Gruden, Partner at Steptoe and a leading cybersecurity and incident-response attorney. With a career spanning the Pentagon, DHS, and private practice, Michael brings a mission-focused perspective to the legal, regulatory, and operational challenges facing defense contractors today.</p><p>Michael breaks down the confusion surrounding the Department of Defense’s Phase 2 CMMC pause — clarifying what has actually changed, what hasn’t, and why the obligation to protect Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) remains firmly in place. He also explains how DOJ enforcement, inaccurate attestations, and unprivileged assessments can ex...

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  Episode #4

  Fernando Machado on Cybersecurity Myths, Servant Leadership, and Securing the DIB

  Aug 10, 202647 minS0

  <p>In this episode of Mission: Cyber, host Emil Sayegh sits down with Fernando Machado, Managing Principal and CISO of Cybersec Investments, to explore his journey from Army infantryman to one of the most experienced voices in the CMMC ecosystem.</p><p>Fernando shares how servant leadership, rooted in his military service, continues to shape his philosophy, his assessment teams, and the culture of Cybersec Investments.</p><p>He also breaks down the myths and misconceptions that often mislead defense contractors—from overreliance on SSPs to misunderstandings about SPRS scores—and offers a candid look at what separates confident teams from...

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  Episode #3

  Scott Price on Entrepreneurship, Trust, and Why Cybersecurity Belongs in the Boardroom

  Aug 6, 202655 minS0

  <p>In this episode of Mission: Cyber, host Emil Sayegh sits down with Scott Price, Founder and CEO of A-LIGN, to discuss his journey from auditor to entrepreneur and his role in building one of the world's leading compliance firms.</p><p>Scott shares lessons from his early career at Arthur Andersen, the impact of the Enron collapse on his leadership philosophy, and how those experiences shaped A-LIGN's commitment to integrity, quality, and doing the right thing. He also reflects on the challenges of scaling a<br>cybersecurity company, navigating setbacks, and building a culture centered on trust.</p><p>...

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  Episode #2

  Bill Malone on Leadership, Cybersecurity Evolution, and Protecting the Defense Mission

  Jul 17, 202650 minS0

  <p>In this episode of Mission: Cyber, host Emil Sayegh sits down with Bill Malone, President of Coalfire Federal, to explore the leadership journey behind a nearly four- decade career spanning the U.S. Navy, national security, government services, and cybersecurity.</p><p><br>Bill shares how his early experiences as a naval officer shaped his leadership philosophy, the mentors who influenced his career, and the lessons he learned while navigating the evolution of cybersecurity.</p><p><br>In this episode, you’ll learn: </p>How military service shaped Bill’s approach to leadership, decision-making, and developing teams The importance of lis...

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  Episode #1

  Doug Barbin on Leadership, Trust, and Building Defensible Cybersecurity Programs

  Jul 7, 20261h 1mS0

  <p>Cybersecurity isn't just a technology challenge—it's a leadership challenge.</p><p>In the inaugural episode of Mission: Cyber, CyberSheath CEO Emil Sayegh sits down<br>with Doug Barbin, President and National Managing Principal at Schellman, for a candid<br>conversation about the leadership decisions that shape resilient cybersecurity<br>programs.</p><p>Together, they explore why trust is essential to building strong security cultures, how AI<br>is creating new governance challenges, and why organizations should focus on building<br>defensible cybersecurity programs—not simply passing compliance assessments.</p><p>Whether you're preparing for CMMC, leading cybersecurity initiatives, or n...

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