Security Boulevard Podcast

In Episode 7 of the Security Boulevard Podcast, Tom Hollingsworth of Tech Field Day, Fernando Montenegro of The Futurum Group, and networking and security expert Ed Weadon break down what it really takes to advance a cybersecurity career today.
They discuss the demands of CISSP certification, the frustration of tracking continuing-education credits, and why lifelong learning is now essential for security pros, including the skills and standards shaping the next generation of cybersecurity leaders.
The conversation highlights how motivation, mentorship, and professional development keep defenders sharp as threats evolve.
#Cybersecurity #CISSP #InfoSec #ProfessionalDevelopment #SecurityBoulevard #Podcast

In Ep. 6 of the Security Boulevard Podcast, Tom Hollingsworth, Mitch Ashley, and Alan Shimel discuss how ransomware tactics are shifting. Attackers are using AI-driven phishing to breach organizations while ransom payments decline as defenses improve. Malicious packages continue to exploit software vulnerabilities, and government hacking tools add new layers of risk. The panel highlights why cybersecurity strategies must keep evolving to stay ahead of emerging threats.

Will Agentic AI replace security teams? In this episode of the Security Boulevard Podcast, hosts Mitch Ashley, Tom Hollingsworth, and Fernando Montenegro explore how AI is reshaping cybersecurity — from large language models (LLMs) to autonomous agentic AI systems. Discover how professionals are integrating AI into modern security operations, why caution still dominates the industry, and what’s next for securing AI itself. Featuring insights from AI Field Day and the companies pioneering this technological shift, this discussion offers a realistic, inside-industry look at the future of AI in cybersecurity.
📌 Topics covered:
How AI is augmenting human security analysts 
The evolution from LLMs to agentic AI 
Ethical risks and the future of secure AI systems 
Highlights from AI Field Day 
What experts predict for 2025 and beyond
#Cybersecurity #AI #AgenticAI #AIFuture #SecurityBoulevard #Podcast

In Episode. 4 of the Security Boulevard Podcast, Mitch Ashley, Tom Hollingsworth, and Fernando Montenegro dig into the rising threat of nation state cyber attacks and the growing sophistication of global cyber warfare.
They discuss:
The evolution from small-scale hacks to state-backed intelligence operations
Major breaches like F5 and what they reveal about attacker motives • How nation states fund and protect cyber groups
The legal and geopolitical challenges of fighting cyber crime
Why a broader, society-wide approach to cybersecurity is now essential
This episode delivers real-world insight into the high-stakes battlefield of modern cybersecurity.
#Cybersecurity #NationState #CyberWarfare #Infosec #SecurityBoulevard

In Ep. 3 of the Security Boulevard Podcast, Alan Shimel, Tom Hollingsworth, and Scott Robohn discuss MCP and its growing influence in cybersecurity.
The panel unpacks:
How MCP redefines traditional security models
The importance of secure implementation and API security
The rise of autonomous systems and agentic AI
The challenge of building trust in intelligent systems
Why innovation must be balanced with security at every layer
This episode explores how a holistic AI security architecture can prepare organizations for what’s next in cybersecurity.
#Cybersecurity #AI #MCP #AgenticAI #APISecurity #SecurityBoulevard

In Ep. 2 of the Security Boulevard Podcast, Tom Hollingsworth, Fernando Montenegro, and Kate Scarcella discuss how the rise of IoT devices is changing cybersecurity across both consumer and enterprise environments. They cover:
Security and privacy risks from connected devices
How consumer behavior influences enterprise protection
Economic implications of large-scale IoT adoption
The use of predictive analytics to prevent attacks
Practical steps to build lasting cyber resilience
Real insights from experts tackling today’s connected-world security challenges.

The Security Boulevard Podcast is back! 🎙️ In Ep. 1, hosts Tom Hollingsworth, Fernando Montenegro, and Mitch Ashley explore today’s most urgent cybersecurity challenges.
They discuss:
How AI is reshaping security practices
The evolving complexity of ransomware
Why user empowerment is critical
Insights from Security Field Day
Upcoming research on software supply chain security
This relaunch sets the stage for deep, practical conversations on the future of cybersecurity. Subscribe now to stay informed with expert insights and industry perspectives.
#Cybersecurity #AI #Ransomware #DevSecOps #SupplyChainSecurity

Mitch and Alan discuss plans for the free RSAC AI and AppSec event (4/28) with leaders from OpenAI, Anthropic, AWS, Google, and Meta, the increase in IT unemployment, and if Musk's DOGE is the largest security breach of our government?https://www.techstrongevents.com/ai-and-security/save-a-seat

Mitch and Alan discuss a recent security incident involving CrowdStrike, highlighting the challenges of software updates and the implications for the broader industry. They reflect on their experiences attending the Black Hat conference and the evolving intersection of software development and security. They also share personal anecdotes and insights into the importance of quality assurance in security updates.

Mitchell and Alan talk about the ubiquitous collection of data including geolocation data by Apple, Google and other providers. The uses of this data can be relatively innocent for marketing purposes all the way to serious security issues of life and death. Alan & Mitch also talk about the current state of Cyber AI startups. Has the bloom come off the rose? Will Cyber AI become a big company game with the giants of the field dominating? What about the Palo Alto/IBM partnership? Lots to discuss in that one.