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← Security Unfiltered22 Apr 2025 · 44 min

Mastering Cyber Risk: Matthew Alderman on Cybersecurity, Leadership & Building CyberSaint

Mastering Cyber Risk: Matthew Alderman on Cybersecurity, Leadership & Building CyberSaint22 Apr 202544 min

<p><a href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/1656988/fan_mail/new" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Send us Fan Mail</a></p><p>Join Joe as he reconnects with Matthew Alderman, Chief Product Officer at CyberSaint, in this insightful episode of the podcast! With over 250 episodes under his belt, Joe dives deep with Matthew, a cybersecurity veteran, podcast host, and advisor, to explore:<br />CyberSaint’s Game-Changing Approach: How CyberSaint uses historical loss data to revolutionize cyber risk quantification, helping CISOs justify budgets with real financial metrics.<br /><br />Career Insights: Matthew shares his journey, from running startups to advising new ventures, and how he balances multiple roles (CPO, podcast host, advisor, and family man).<br /><br />Leadership &amp; Communication: Why CISOs need to speak the language of business to earn a seat at the boardroom table.<br /><br />Practical Tips: Advice on avoiding burnout, building a mentorship network, and leveraging your personal brand in cybersecurity.<br /><br /> Free Cyber Risk Analysis: Visit CyberSaint.io to benchmark your organization’s cyber risk against industry peers.<br /> Connect with Matthew: Find him on LinkedIn Matthew Alderman or X @Maldermania<br /> Listen to Matthew’s Podcast: Check out Business Security Weekly at securityweekly.com/BSW.<br /><br />Chapters<br /><br />00:00 Reconnecting and Reflecting on Podcasting Journey<br />02:19 Balancing Multiple Roles and Responsibilities<br />05:44 The Importance of Personal Well-being<br />07:53 Career Goals and Retirement Aspirations<br />10:31 Integrating Consulting and Podcasting<br />11:55 The Value of Mentorship in Professional Growth<br />15:02 Building Trust and Reputation in Networking<br />16:39 Leveraging Podcasting for Career Opportunities<br />18:20 Innovations in Cyber Risk Management<br />23:07 Integrating Risk and Control Data<br />25:30 The Importance of Risk Quantification<br />28:33 Communicating Cyber Risk to the Board<br />30:41 CISO's Role in Business Strategy<br />33:03 Free Cyber Risk Analysis Offering<br />36:20 Customizing Risk Models<br />39:58 Real-Time Risk Monitoring<br />42:24 Targeting Public Companies for Cyber Risk Solutions<br />45:14 Closing Thoughts and Future Directions<br /><br />Subscribe for more cybersecurity insights, leadership tips, and industry trends! Drop your thoughts in the comments below—how do you approach cyber risk in your organization?</p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/1656988/supporters/new">Support the show</a></p><p>Follow the Podcast on Social Media!</p><p>Tesla Referral Code: https://ts.la/joseph675128</p><p>YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@securityunfilteredpodcast" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">https://www.youtube.com/@securityunfilteredpodcast</a></p><p>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/secunfpodcast/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">https://www.instagram.com/secunfpodcast/</a><br />Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/SecUnfPodcast" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">https://twitter.com/SecUnfPodcast</a></p><p>Affiliates<br />➡️ OffGrid Faraday Bags: https://offgrid.co/?ref=gabzvajh<br />➡️ OffGrid Coupon Code: JOE<br /><br />➡️ Unplugged Phone: https://unplugged.com/<br />Unplugged's UP Phone - The performance you expect, with the privacy you deserve. Meet the alternative. Use Code UNFILTERED at checkout<br /><br />*See terms and conditions at affiliated webpages. Offers are subject to change. These are affiliated/paid promotions.<br /><br /></p>