Featuring Rafeeq Rehman, the creator of the CISO MindMap, each week we discuss topics related to the functions of the Chief Information Security Officer. Topics range from the technology needed for cybersecurity to the key business functions that are critical to the success of the CISO and their teams.
CMM 13 - Recommendations #4, #5 and #6 from the 2025 CISO MindMap
Industry experts analyze the 2025 CISO MindMap recommendations, focusing on cyber resilience, ransomware, and the impact of AI on attacker strategies.
25 May 2025
CMM 12 - Identify and Manage Security Debt
The hosts discuss identifying and managing security debt across software, hardware, and systems, offering practical ideas to improve security program operations.
20 Apr 2025
CMM 11 - Rationalize & Consolidate Security Tools - Recommendation #3 from the 2025 CISO MindMap
Send us fan mail via text by clicking here! In this episode of the CISO Mind Map Podcast, hosts Scott Hawk and Rafeeq Rehman dive into Recommendation #2 from the 2025 CISO Mind Map: Consolidate and Rationalize Security Tools.The discussion centers around the challenges organizations face with tool overload, the diminishing returns of excessive tools, and strategies to optimize cybersecurity operations. Key Takeaways: The Problem of Tool Overload:Many organizations use dozens of security tools...
13 Apr 2025
CMM 10 - Securing GenAI, Recommendation #1 from the 2025 CISO MindMap
Send us fan mail via text by clicking here! Is it too soon for another podcast on AI? The gents think not. The first recommendation of the 2025 CISO MindMap is about securing AI and this week’s podcast attempts to go fairly deep into real-world experiences and recommendations. Your hosts try not to assume everyone is tuned in to all the different types, modes and capabilities of AI, so hopefully you’ll find this episode to be basic enough for newcomers and detailed enough to take action...
6 Apr 2025
CMM 9 - The 2025 Edition of the CISO MindMap
Send us fan mail via text by clicking here! The lads are excited to be back with a new CISO MindMap Podcast and this episode is extra special. They’re introducing the 2025 Edition of the CISO MindMap, available immediately at Rafeeq’s website. The latest edition makes six recommendations that will be introduced in this episode. Expect to go deeper into each recommendation in the coming weeks. This years recommendations are: #1 - it is time for securing genai #2 - consolidate...
2 Mar 2025
CMM 8 - Building or Outsourcing Your SOC
Send us fan mail via text by clicking here! In this episode, Rafeeq and Scott discuss the many considerations involved with building your own Security Operations Center SOC. While in no way a comprehensive analysis, the discussion attempts to make the concepts manageable. If you're a small company growing past a few IT headcount, the topic should help you create a vision for your situation. If you’re a larger company and looking to expand, these pointers may be of help  ...
23 Feb 2025
CMM 7 - Business Lingo For CISOs
Send us fan mail via text by clicking here! Welcome to Episode 7 of the CISO MindMap Podcast. This week, Rafeeq and Scott discuss a range of topics related to business acumen. Tucked away in this topic are references to some common themes of this podcast. Themes such as brand-building, business performance, and business alignment are spread throughout the conversation. This episode breaks down the business acumen topic into five areas: Business ManagementAccounting & FinanceSa...
16 Feb 2025
CMM 6 - Six Essential Ingredients of a Successful SOC
This week, Scott and Rafeeq go wide across the CISO MindMap discussing six key concepts for every Security Operations Center. As the conversation kicks off, Rafreeq takes a few minutes to discuss a recent FBI warning related to texting. The six elements discussed are People/Staffing, Processes, Technology Stack, Governance, Data Sources, and Threat Intelligence. Check out Rafeeq’s blog for written commentary on these topics. During the conversation, Scott mentions a security incident from Chr...
12 Jan 2025
CMM 5 - GEN AI Risks & Use Cases
CISO MindMap Podcast hosts Rafee and team explore the risks and use cases of Generative AI, emphasizing its potential to revolutionize modern society and security workflows.
5 Jan 2025
CMM 4 - Tribulations of the CISO
Numerous factors determine how long a CISO remains in their position and some can be controlled by the individual. In this episode of the CISO MindMap Podcast, Rafeeq and Scott discuss both the pitfalls and success criteria pertinent to the CISO role. From budgets to culture, they tackle some of the key elements driving the success or failure of the cybersecurity organization.https://rafeeqrehman.com/ciso-mindmap/https://www.linkedin.com/in/scott-a-hawk/https://www.linkedin.com/in/rafeeq/
29 Dec 2024
CMM 3 - Five Recommendations for CISOs
As 2024 draws to a close, Rafeeq and Scott discuss the most recent set of recommendations from the 2024 CISO MindMap. As has been the case, the recommendations cover a wide range of disciplines and are designed to help CISOs build the effectiveness of their teams and organizations.During the discussion on AI, Rafeeq mentions the OWASP resource for Large Language Models. You can find that here. https://rafeeqrehman.com/ciso-mindmap/https://www.linkedin.com/in/scott-a-hawk/http...
22 Dec 2024
CMM 2 - The CISO Role & The Structure of the CISO MindMap
On the second episode of the CISO MindMap Podcast, we chat about the role of CISO and key characteristics of the role across small and large companies. Topics range from the scope of the position to the specific reporting structures. If you are a CISO, you will probably see yourself in this podcast. If you are an aspiring CISOs, we hope this podcast provides some background for your career planning.We also provide a high level of view of the structure of the CISO MindMap and its k...
15 Dec 2024
CMM 1 - Introduction to the CISO MindMap Podcast
CISO MindMap creator Rafeeq Rehman and host Scott Hawk explore the origins and future of the CISO MindMap, a comprehensive guide for modern information security professionals.
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