Dark Rhino Security Podcast

Husam Shbib is a cybersecurity consultant specializing in penetration testing, digital forensics, malware analysis, programming, and OSINT. He holds multiple certifications, including ICMDE, CCE, CCD, CCDFA, IWM, 3CE/I, eCDFP, etc. He spoke at conferences and events such as BlackHat MEA, ASFSFM, 3D Forensics and others. He is committed to cybersecurity awareness, as he shares knowledge through LinkedIn, YouTube, and personal mentoring 00:00 Intro02:14 All hackers aren’t bad?04:38 How is cybersecurity in the Middle East 06:03 To become an Ethical hacker, should you focus on penetration testing first?07:14 How does a hackers mind work?12:04 How do you not get discovered in the scanning phase?14:16 Hackers prefer to work alone15:10 Hackers aren’t using the same tools19:05 If you want in, you could get in28:57 Any companies that are well defended? 30:45 Air gapping correctly39:10 More about Husam------------------------------------------------------------To learn more about Husam visit https://www.linkedin.com/in

Husam Shbib is a cybersecurity consultant specializing in penetration testing, digital forensics, malware analysis, programming, and OSINT. He holds multiple certifications, including ICMDE, CCE, CCD, CCDFA, IWM, 3CE/I, eCDFP, etc. He spoke at conferences and events such as BlackHat MEA, ASFSFM, 3D Forensics and others. He is committed to cybersecurity awareness, as he shares knowledge through LinkedIn, YouTube, and personal mentoring 00:00 Intro02:14 All hackers aren’t bad?04:38 How is cybersecurity in the Middle East 06:03 To become an Ethical hacker, should you focus on penetration testing first?07:14 How does a hackers mind work?12:04 How do you not get discovered in the scanning phase?14:16 Hackers prefer to work alone15:10 Hackers aren’t using the same tools19:05 If you want in, you could get in28:57 Any companies that are well defended? 30:45 Air gapping correctly39:10 More about Husam

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#SecurityConfidential #DarkRhiinoSecurityEd Gaudet is a thought leader on enterprise risk, third-party risk management, and the future of cyber governance in the age of AI. He brings over 25 years of software leadership experience in cybersecurity, risk management, and healthcare IT. Known for driving innovation at companies like Imprivata and Liquid Machines, Ed holds multiple patents in secure data sharing and authentication. Today, he’s the CEO and Founder of Censinet. 00:00 Intro11:08 From a CEO: Is college necessary?13:53 Why should a SMB care about Third-party risk?16:49 Why don’t healthcare companies take this seriously?20:58 Understanding the process from a business prospective22:40 Leverage the Automation31:41 Jobs are changing with Ai35:58 AI Risk38:29 Censinet46:10 Reoccurring themes that anyone can fix49:57 More about Ed ---------------------------------------------------------------To learn more about Ed visit https://www.linkedin.com/in/edgaudet/To learn more about Dark Rhiino Security visit htt

#SecurityConfidential #DarkRhiinoSecurityEd Gaudet is a thought leader on enterprise risk, third-party risk management, and the future of cyber governance in the age of AI. He brings over 25 years of software leadership experience in cybersecurity, risk management, and healthcare IT. Known for driving innovation at companies like Imprivata and Liquid Machines, Ed holds multiple patents in secure data sharing and authentication. Today, he’s the CEO and Founder of Censinet. 00:00 Intro11:08 From a CEO: Is college necessary?13:53 Why should a SMB care about Third-party risk?16:49 Why don’t healthcare companies take this seriously?20:58 Understanding the process from a business prospective22:40 Leverage the Automation31:41 Jobs are changing with Ai35:58 AI Risk38:29 Censinet46:10 Reoccurring themes that anyone can fix49:57 More about Ed ---------------------------------------------------------------To learn more about Ed visit https://www.linkedin.com/in/edgaudet/To learn more about Dark Rhiino Security visit htt

Bob Burke is the Chief Information Security Officer at Beyond Identity, where he plays a key role in building and securing the company’s identity-first access management platform. He has over 20 years of experience in cybersecurity and engineering leadership and brings deep expertise in identity, cloud infrastructure, compliance, and protecting mission-critical SaaS systems.00:00 Intro10:07 What the main threat back then?13:30 Finding a Security Architect15:24 What gaps cause MFA to go down?18:00 You don’t know you’ve been breached22:36 Should CISOs be part of IT?30:31 Phishing Resistant Attacks33:42 Beyond Identity37:42 If your identity is compromised…41:19 Hardware supply chain47:45 More about Bob------------------------------------------------------------To learn more about Bob visit https://www.linkedin.com/in/bob-burke-4293712/To learn more about Dark Rhiino Security visit https://www.darkrhiinosecurity.com------------------------------------------------------------SOCIAL MEDIA:Stay connected with us on

Bob Burke is the Chief Information Security Officer at Beyond Identity, where he plays a key role in building and securing the company’s identity-first access management platform. He has over 20 years of experience in cybersecurity and engineering leadership and brings deep expertise in identity, cloud infrastructure, compliance, and protecting mission-critical SaaS systems.00:00 Intro10:07 What the main threat back then?13:30 Finding a Security Architect15:24 What gaps cause MFA to go down?18:00 You don’t know you’ve been breached22:36 Should CISOs be part of IT?30:31 Phishing Resistant Attacks33:42 Beyond Identity37:42 If your identity is compromised…41:19 Hardware supply chain47:45 More about Bob------------------------------------------------------------To learn more about Dark Rhiino Security visit https://www.darkrhiinosecurity.com------------------------------------------------------------SOCIAL MEDIA:Stay connected with us on our social media pages where we'll give you snippets, alerts for new pod

Santosh Kaveti is the CEO and Founder of ProArch. He has over 18 years of experience as a technologist, entrepreneur, investor, and advisor. Santosh’s vision and leadership have propelled ProArch to become a dominant force in key industry verticals, such as Energy, Healthcare & Lifesciences, and Manufacturing, where he leverages his expertise in manufacturing process improvement, mentoring, and consulting00:00 Intro03:48 Protect what matters the most12:32 Talking to the client. What is worth protecting24:27 Proarch29:30 The Cultural fit with acquisition 36:40 Disaster Recovery39:50 What do you think AI is going to do?43:55 Im too small to get attacked--------------------------------------------------------------To learn more about Santosh visit https://www.linkedin.com/in/santoshkaveti/To learn more about Dark Rhiino Security visit https://www.darkrhiinosecurity.com--------------------------------------------------------------

Santosh Kaveti is the CEO and Founder of ProArch. He has over 18 years of experience as a technologist, entrepreneur, investor, and advisor. Santosh’s vision and leadership have propelled ProArch to become a dominant force in key industry verticals, such as Energy, Healthcare & Lifesciences, and Manufacturing, where he leverages his expertise in manufacturing process improvement, mentoring, and consulting00:00 Intro03:48 Protect what matters the most12:32 Talking to the client. What is worth protecting24:27 Proarch29:30 The Cultural fit with acquisition 36:40 Disaster Recovery39:50 What do you think AI is going to do?43:55 Im too small to get attacked--------------------------------------------------------------To learn more about Santosh visit https://www.linkedin.com/in/santoshkaveti/To learn more about Dark Rhiino Security visit https://www.darkrhiinosecurity.com--------------------------------------------------------------

Alex Sharpe is a Security Confidential Alumni, board member, practitioner, speaker, and author. He started his career in the intelligence community, built two startups, recognized as a top thought leader in cybersecurity, risk management, cloud, and digital assets. 00:00 Intro02:20 Cybersecurity Imposters05:50 How do we prepare for the future?12:40 The best investment we can make18:44 AI Models Collapse23:00 Training AI Models for malicious intent----------------------------------------------------------------------To learn more about Alex visit https://www.linkedin.com/in/alex-sharpe-3rd/To learn more about Dark Rhiino Security visit https://www.darkrhiinosecurity.com----------------------------------------------------------------------SOCIAL MEDIA:Stay connected with us on our social media pages where we'll give you snippets, alerts for new podcasts, and even behind the scenes of our studio!Instagram: @securityconfidential and @DarkrhiinosecurityFacebook: @Dark-Rhiino-Security-IncTwitter: @darkrhiinosec

Alex Sharpe is a Security Confidential Alumni, board member, practitioner, speaker, and author. He started his career in the intelligence community, built two startups, recognized as a top thought leader in cybersecurity, risk management, cloud, and digital assets. 00:00 Intro02:20 Cybersecurity Imposters05:50 How do we prepare for the future?12:40 The best investment we can make18:44 AI Models Collapse23:00 Training AI Models for malicious intent----------------------------------------------------------------------To learn more about Alex visit https://www.linkedin.com/in/alex-sharpe-3rd/To learn more about Dark Rhiino Security visit https://www.darkrhiinosecurity.com----------------------------------------------------------------------SOCIAL MEDIA:Stay connected with us on our social media pages where we'll give you snippets, alerts for new podcasts, and even behind the scenes of our studio!Instagram: @securityconfidential and @DarkrhiinosecurityFacebook: @Dark-Rhiino-Security-IncTwitter: @darkrhiinosec

Henrik Parkkinen is a globally recognized security leader from Sweden with over 20 years in the cybersecurity field. His experience spans both offensive and defensive security, developed through a combination of hands-on technical roles, management and leadership positions. Henrik is known for his strategic thinking, strong leadership, and ability to communicate complex security concepts across all levels of an organization—from engineers to board members. His impact in the industry has earned him numerous accolades, including recognition as a Top 12 GRC Leader in 2025, one of the Top 10 Cybersecurity Leaders in EMEA, and a finalist for Best Cyber Blog of the Year. 00:00 Intro02:36 Love for Technology06:35 Pathway to skills14:38 The contextual aspect of security20:35 What is worth protecting29:00 You are the translator46:10 How is your approach changing to AI?52:34 Free resources from Henrik--------------------------------------------------------------To learn more about Dark Rhiino Security visit https://www

Henrik Parkkinen is a globally recognized security leader from Sweden with over 20 years in the cybersecurity field. His experience spans both offensive and defensive security, developed through a combination of hands-on technical roles, management and leadership positions. Henrik is known for his strategic thinking, strong leadership, and ability to communicate complex security concepts across all levels of an organization—from engineers to board members. His impact in the industry has earned him numerous accolades, including recognition as a Top 12 GRC Leader in 2025, one of the Top 10 Cybersecurity Leaders in EMEA, and a finalist for Best Cyber Blog of the Year. 00:00 Intro02:36 Love for Technology06:35 Pathway to skills14:38 The contextual aspect of security20:35 What is worth protecting29:00 You are the translator46:10 How is your approach changing to AI?52:34 Free resources from Henrik--------------------------------------------------------------To learn more about Dark Rhiino Security visit https://www

Chuck Brooks is a globally recognized cybersecurity thought leader, two-time Presidential appointee, Forbes contributor, and Adjunct Faculty at Georgetown University. Named a "Top 5 Tech Person to Follow" by LinkedIn and a "Top 50 Global Influencer in Risk and Compliance" by Thomson Reuters, Chuck has served in senior roles across government, industry, and academia. With decades of experience shaping cyber policy, risk management, and innovation, he’s a trusted voice in cybersecurity, homeland security, and emerging tech.--------------------------------------------------------------To learn more about Chuck visit https://www.linkedin.com/in/chuckbrooks/To learn more about Dark Rhiino Security visit https://www.darkrhiinosecurity.com--------------------------------------------------------------SOCIAL MEDIA:Stay connected with us on our social media pages where we'll give you snippets, alerts for new podcasts, and even behind the scenes of our studio!Instagram: @securityconfidential and

Chuck Brooks is a globally recognized cybersecurity thought leader, two-time Presidential appointee, Forbes contributor, and Adjunct Faculty at Georgetown University. Named a "Top 5 Tech Person to Follow" by LinkedIn and a "Top 50 Global Influencer in Risk and Compliance" by Thomson Reuters, Chuck has served in senior roles across government, industry, and academia. With decades of experience shaping cyber policy, risk management, and innovation, he’s a trusted voice in cybersecurity, homeland security, and emerging tech.--------------------------------------------------------------To learn more about Chuck visit https://www.linkedin.com/in/chuckbrooks/To learn more about Dark Rhiino Security visit https://www.darkrhiinosecurity.com--------------------------------------------------------------SOCIAL MEDIA:Stay connected with us on our social media pages where we'll give you snippets, alerts for new podcasts, and even behind the scenes of our studio!Instagram: @securityconfidential and

#SecurityConfidential #DarkRhiinoSecurityAlex Sharpe is a board member, practitioner, speaker, and author known for driving value while managing cyber risk. With a career that began in the intelligence community, Alex has since led strategic transformations across global enterprises, built two startups (including one with a successful IPO), and participated in over 20 M&A transactions. Recognized as a top thought leader in cybersecurity, risk management, cloud, and digital assets, he bridges the worlds of business, cyber, and governance to build stronger organizations and better lives.00:00 Introduction11:00 Machine Learning back in the days of LISP Processing15:00 The man who knows how and the man who knows why23:03 Jobs getting replaced by AI25:57 Do I need a large SOC anymore?35:56 LOCK YOUR CAR38:48 60% of Backups fail to restore45:27 Connecting with Alex-------------------------------------------------------------To learn more about Alex visit https://www.linkedin.com/in/alex-sharpe-3rd/To learn more

Alex Sharpe is a board member, practitioner, speaker, and author known for driving value while managing cyber risk. With a career that began in the intelligence community, Alex has since led strategic transformations across global enterprises, built two startups (including one with a successful IPO), and participated in over 20 M&A transactions. Recognized as a top thought leader in cybersecurity, risk management, cloud, and digital assets, he bridges the worlds of business, cyber, and governance to build stronger organizations and better lives.#SecurityConfidential #DarkRhiinoSecurityAlex Sharpe is a board member, practitioner, speaker, and author known for driving value while managing cyber risk. With a career that began in the intelligence community, Alex has since led strategic transformations across global enterprises, built two startups (including one with a successful IPO), and participated in over 20 M&A transactions. Recognized as a top thought leader in cybersecurity, risk management, cloud,

#SecurityConfidential #DarkRhiinoSecurityJohn Carse is the Field CISO at SquareX and a seasoned cybersecurity leader with over 20 years of experience spanning the U.S. Navy, JPMorgan, Expedia, Dyson, and Rakuten. With a background in securing critical naval systems during his 14 years in the Navy, John has since built and led global security programs across finance, tech, and e-commerce. He holds multiple cloud security patents and is currently helping develop the industry’s first Browser Detection and Response (BDR) solution. With hands-on expertise and a global perspective from roles in the U.S., Japan, Singapore, Bahrain, and Europe, John is passionate about tackling emerging threats and sharing real-world insights that blend innovation with practical defense. 00:00 Introduction03:00 Protecting Intellectual Property 10:37 Understand the business, then look at the controls14:18 How different is cybersecurity across the country22:16 Browser Detection Response32:19 Does BDR replace other tools?36:10 What abou

John Carse is the Field CISO at SquareX and a seasoned cybersecurity leader with over 20 years of experience spanning the U.S. Navy, JPMorgan, Expedia, Dyson, and Rakuten. With a background in securing critical naval systems during his 14 years in the Navy, John has since built and led global security programs across finance, tech, and e-commerce. He holds multiple cloud security patents and is currently helping develop the industry’s first Browser Detection and Response (BDR) solution. With hands-on expertise and a global perspective from roles in the U.S., Japan, Singapore, Bahrain, and Europe, John is passionate about tackling emerging threats and sharing real-world insights that blend innovation with practical defense. 

Jon DiMaggio is the Chief Security Strategist at Analyst1 with over 15 years of experience tracking cyber threats. Specializing in enterprise ransomware and nation-state attacks, Jon is best known for infiltrating the LockBit ransomware gang during a two-year undercover operation. His research, including Ransomware Diaries and The Art of Cyberwarfare, has aided law enforcement and been featured by CBS 60 Minutes, The New York Times, and Wired. A frequent speaker at RSA, he has twice received the SANS Difference Makers Award for his groundbreaking work.00:00 Introduction02:34 You don’t need an expensive university11:00 In order to be successful in cyber, you need to…17:38 What are the bad guys doing?23:13 What does the government do to help?26:24 Consequences for bad actors41:35 The Art of Cyber Warfare44:05 Jon’s new book--------------------------------------------------------------To learn more about Jon visit https://www.linkedin.com/in/jondimaggio/https://www.amazon.com/Art-Cyberwarfare-Investigators-Ranso