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  • Ep. 11 - Aptitude for AI Security
    2025/07/10

    In Episode 11 of The Balancing Act Podcast, Ryan O'Halloran (VP of Security Strategy at In Balance) and Michael Caplan (Chief Technology Officer at In Balance) discuss an overview of artificial intelligence threats, protections and future of AI security in the current state of the IT landscape.

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    46 分
  • Ep. 10 - Cloud Cost Dexterity
    2025/06/03

    In Episode 10 of The Balancing Act Podcast, Ryan O'Halloran (VP of Security Strategy at In Balance), Michael Caplan (Chief Technology Officer at In Balance), and Abhishek Pathak (Founding Partner at Lucidity) explore the role of FinOps in optimizing cloud storage costs. The conversation centers on the often-overlooked challenge of overprovisioned and underutilized block storage in the cloud. Abhishek shares how Lucidity’s automated solution helps organizations address these inefficiencies by right-sizing and tiering storage to reduce spend and boost performance. The episode also highlights the limitations of native cloud tools in managing storage and underscores the need for cross-functional collaboration and actionable insights to drive effective FinOps practices.

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    33 分
  • The Building Bricks of Data Integrity
    2025/04/14

    In Episode 9 of The Balancing Act Podcast, Ryan O'Halloran (VP of Security Strategy at In Balance), Michael Caplan (Chief Technology Officer at In Balance), and Jason Cook (Field CTO at Rubrik) discuss the shift from focusing solely on preventing attacks to emphasizing robust recovery capabilities. They highlight the importance of secure backups, data analytics for threat detection within backups, and rapid service resumption. The experts emphasize the evolving threat landscape, where breaches are inevitable, making quick and effective recovery essential for business resilience.

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    43 分
  • Ep. 8 - Hunting Adversaries with People + AI
    2025/03/06

    In Episode 8 of The Balancing Act Podcast, Ryan O'Halloran (VP of Security Strategy at In Balance) and Jeremy Smolik (Director, Solution Architecture, Americas at Crowdstrike) discuss the crucial role of combining human expertise with AI to tackle sophisticated cyber threats. CrowdStrike utilizes AI to streamline tasks for analysts and enhance decision-making, but the human element is still essential for data classification and fine-tuning AI models. A key focus is reducing "breakout time" — the speed at which attackers can move through a system post-compromise — by concentrating on identity security and cloud-native defenses. Defenders are encouraged to accelerate data analysis and automate responses to swiftly address potential risks, emphasizing a proactive approach to cybersecurity. Ultimately, a unified platform is necessary to integrate data and deploy automated tools that effectively counter and neutralize threats.

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    33 分
  • Ep. 7 - Road Mapping to Data Confidence
    2025/02/04

    In Episode 7 of The Balancing Act Podcast, Ryan O'Halloran (VP of Security Strategy at In Balance) and Jeff Warren (CTO at Netwrix) discuss Data Security Posture Management (DSPM), a modern approach to continuously discover, classify, and secure sensitive data across on-premises, datacenter and hybrid cloud environments. The speakers advocate for an automated security approach with enhanced visibility and business collaboration, highlighting the growing urgency amid increasing AI adoption, data breaches and compliance demands.

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    31 分
  • Ep. 6 - The Rise of the Enterprise Browser
    2024/12/16

    In Episode 6 of The Balancing Act Podcast, Ryan O'Halloran (VP of Security Strategy at In Balance) and Jason Trunk (Field CTO at Island) dive into how the enterprise browser is addressing the challenges of securing BYOD, 3rd party contractors and M&A onboarding. They explore how the enterprise browser provides a secure endpoint, integrates seamlessly with zero trust networks, and includes advanced features like inline DLP without breaking SSL encryption. The conversation also highlights how these capabilities are transforming user experience and security across industries, including healthcare. Tune in to hear how these innovations are shaping the future of enterprise security.

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    30 分
  • Ep. 5 - Striking Balance Between Data Security & Efficient Collaboration
    2024/11/11

    In Episode 5 of The Balancing Act Podcast, Ryan O'Halloran (VP of Security Strategy at In Balance) and Craig Pfister (Global VP of Solutions Engineering at KiteWorks) discuss the complexities of data security in cloud computing, particularly regarding government access and the implications of the CLOUD Act. They explore the challenges posed by emerging technologies like AI and quantum computing, emphasizing the need for strong digital rights management and proactive data management strategies. The dialogue highlights the importance of maintaining control over sensitive information while navigating a rapidly changing technological landscape.

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    31 分
  • Ep. 4 - Securing the Future: AI & Evolving Threats
    2024/10/16

    In Episode 4, Ryan O'Halloran (VP of Security Strategy at In Balance) and Mick Leach (Field CISO at Abnormal Security) discuss key cybersecurity practices like strong passwords, multi-factor authentication, and system updates. They explore the rise of sophisticated social engineering attacks, including phishing with malicious links and QR codes. Mick highlights the role of AI-powered behavioral analysis in detecting anomalies and preventing new threats, emphasizing the need for proactive security that focuses on expected behavior.

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    23 分