On the front lines of technology and business there is a battle of survival. Behind the scenes, businesses are on a mission to keep a vigilant watch for threats in an ongoing Cyber War. But it's not just about malware, ransomware, and breaches anymore. The obstacles and barriers companies face today are bigger and badder than ever — and these cyber threats are forcing them to prove they're secure for the future. So when you need answers to win the battle, tune into Cyber Security America with your host Joshua Nicholson. You'll learn what it's like running cyber security operations teams inside some of the world's largest companies. It's a cyber backstage pass and real world advice for cyber defenders, CISOs, and security professionals.
Cyber Security America
Claim This Podcastby Joshua R Nicholson
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On the front lines of technology and business there is a battle of survival. Behind the scenes, businesses are on a mission to keep a vigilant watch for threats in an ongoing Cyber War. But it's not just about malware, ransomware, and breaches anymore. The obstacles and barriers companies face today are bigger and badder than ever — and these cyber threats are forcing them to prove they're secure for the future. So when you need answers to win the battle, tune into Cyber Security America with your host Joshua Nicholson. You'll learn what it's like running cyber security operations teams inside some of the world's largest companies. It's a cyber backstage pass and real world advice for cyber defenders, CISOs, and security professionals.
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June 9, 2026
The Evolving Landscape of Cybersecurity and Identity Management with Geoffrey Mattson
<p><strong>Episode 54: AI Agents, Identity Security, and the Future of Authentication with Geoffrey Mattson</strong></p> <p>In this episode of Cyber Security America, host Joshua Nicholson sits down with Geoffrey Mattson, CEO of SecureAuth, to discuss how artificial intelligence is reshaping identity security, authentication, and access control.</p> <p>As organizations rapidly adopt AI agents, copilots, and autonomous workflows, traditional security models are being challenged in ways many enterprises are not prepared for. Geoffrey explains why identity has become the new security perimeter and why authentication failures continue to be one of the leading causes of cyber breaches.</p> <p>The conversation explores the growing risks associated with machine identities, AI agents, account takeovers, phishing-resistant authentication, passkeys, and continuous authorization. Joshua and Geoffrey also discuss practical strategies organizations can use to secure AI-driven environments while balancing innovation, productivity, and risk.</p> <p>Topics covered include:</p> <p>• Why traditional authentication is breaking down in modern environments<br /> • The rise of AI agents and non-human identities<br /> • Passkeys, MFA, and phishing-resistant authentication<br /> • Continuous authentication and real-time authorization<br /> • Identity-related breaches and account takeover attacks<br /> • AI governance, risk management, and security controls<br /> • Agentic AI security and monitoring strategies<br /> • Practical recommendations for CISOs and security leaders</p> <p>Whether you're a cybersecurity professional, IT leader, CISO, business executive, or simply interested in the future of AI and cybersecurity, this episode provides valuable insights into one of the industry's most important and rapidly evolving challenges.</p> <p>Guest: Geoffrey Mattson, CEO of SecureAuth</p> <p>Learn more about SecureAuth at SecureAuth.com</p> <p>🎧 Listen to the Cyber Security America Podcast — a cybersecurity podcast focused on real-world incident response, threat intelligence, ransomware, and security leadership.</p> <p>🎙️ Apple Podcasts: <a href= "https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/cyber-security-america/id1668216285"> https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/cyber-security-america/id1668216285</a></p> <p>🎙️Spotify: <a href= "https://open.spotify.com/show/3wmyUbe1TY5hNl96Q8UFFI">https://open.spotify.com/show/3wmyUbe1TY5hNl96Q8UFFI</a></p> <p>🎙️Instagram: <a href= "https://www.instagram.com/cybersecurityamericapodcast/">https://www.instagram.com/cybersecurityamericapodcast/</a></p> <p>🎙️TikTok: <a href= "https://www.tiktok.com/@cybersecurityamerica">https://www.tiktok.com/@cybersecurityamerica</a></p> <p>📱 Follow Cyber Security America for short clips and updates: 👤</p> <p> Host — Joshua R. Nicholson: <a href= "https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshuarnicholson/">https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshuarnicholson/</a></p> <p>🎙️ Cyber Security America on LinkedIn: <a href= "https://www.linkedin.com/in/josh-nicholson-0844aa3a5/">https://www.linkedin.com/in/josh-nicholson-0844aa3a5/</a></p> <p>// About the Show Sponsor: //</p> <p>Darkstack7 Cyber Defense is a cybersecurity and IT management firm based in Charlotte, NC, founded by Joshua R. Nicholson, a Marine Corps veteran and seasoned cybersecurity leader with experience at Northrop Grumman, EY, Wells Fargo, and Booz Allen Hamilton. The company delivers Fortune 500–level expertise to mid-sized and growing organizations—specializing in Security Engineering, Incident Response, vCISO advisory, AI & Cloud Security, Insider Threat programs, and IT Management consulting. Darkstack7 also provides proactive services such as tabletop exercises, cyber readiness assessments, and strategic security architecture, helping organizations build resilient defenses and align technology investments with business objectives. <a title= "Cyber Security Services" href= "https://www.darkstack7.com">https://www.darkstack7.com</a></p> <p>Subscribe to Cyber Security America for more conversations with cybersecurity leaders, innovators, and practitioners tackling today's most pressing security challenges.</p>
May 5, 2026
How Ad Fraud Drains $160 B Annually - Rich Khan & Joshua R Nicholson
<p> </p> <h2>🎙️ Episode 53: The Hidden Cost of Ad Fraud (And How It Impacts Your Business)</h2> <p>In this episode of the <strong>Cyber Security America Podcast</strong>, we expose one of the internet's most overlooked—and costly—threats: <strong>ad fraud</strong>.</p> <p>Host <strong>Josh Nicholson</strong> sits down with <strong>Rich Kahn</strong>, CEO and co-founder of Anura, to break down how bots, click farms, and fraudulent traffic are quietly manipulating digital advertising—and why as much as <strong>25% of marketing spend may be wasted on fake users</strong>.</p> <p>With decades of experience in fraud detection, Rich shares how his platform identified over <strong>1.2 billion fraudulent ad interactions in a single year</strong>, and why this issue is no longer just a marketing problem—it's a growing <strong>cybersecurity threat</strong>.</p> <p>Together, they explore the evolving intersection of <strong>cybersecurity, AI, and digital marketing</strong>, and what businesses must do to protect their data, budgets, and decision-making.</p> <hr /> <h3>🔍 What You'll Learn:</h3> <ul> <li> <p>What ad fraud is and why it's massively underestimated</p> </li> <li> <p>How bots, malware, and click farms generate fake traffic</p> </li> <li> <p>The real impact of bad data on ROI and business performance</p> </li> <li> <p>How AI is accelerating both cyber threats and fraud detection</p> </li> <li> <p>Case studies of companies losing—and recovering—millions</p> </li> <li> <p>Why ad fraud overlaps with broader cybersecurity risks</p> </li> <li> <p>How to identify and stop fraudulent traffic in real time</p> </li> </ul> <hr /> <h3>🎯 Key Takeaway</h3> <p><strong>Not all traffic is real—and if you're not measuring it, you're paying for it.</strong></p> <hr /> <h3>🔗 Connect & Learn More</h3> <p>🌐 Anura: <a href= "https://www.anura.io/">https://www.anura.io</a><br /> 🛡️ Darkstack7: <a title="Cyber Defense Company" href= "https://darkstack7.com/" target="_blank" rel= "noopener">https://www.darkstack7.com</a></p> <hr /> <h3>🎧 Listen & Follow Cyber Security America</h3> <p>Stay ahead of real-world cyber threats, incident response strategies, and leadership insights.</p> <p>Apple Podcasts: <a href= "https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/cyber-security-america/id1668216285"> https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/cyber-security-america/id1668216285</a><br /> Spotify: <a href= "https://open.spotify.com/show/3wmyUbe1TY5hNl96Q8UFFI">https://open.spotify.com/show/3wmyUbe1TY5hNl96Q8UFFI</a></p> <p>Follow for updates & clips:<br /> Instagram: <a href= "https://www.instagram.com/cybersecurityamericapodcast/">https://www.instagram.com/cybersecurityamericapodcast/</a><br /> TikTok: <a href= "https://www.tiktok.com/@cybersecurityamerica">https://www.tiktok.com/@cybersecurityamerica</a></p> <p>Host Josh Nicholson:<br /> <a href= "https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshuarnicholson/">https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshuarnicholson/</a></p> <hr /> <h3>🛡️ About the Sponsor — Darkstack7</h3> <p>Darkstack7 Cyber Defense delivers enterprise-grade cybersecurity solutions to growing organizations. Founded by Marine Corps veteran and cybersecurity leader Josh Nicholson, the firm specializes in:</p> <ul> <li> <p>Incident Response & Breach Management</p> </li> <li> <p>Cloud & AI Security</p> </li> <li> <p>Security Engineering & Architecture</p> </li> <li> <p>vCISO Advisory</p> </li> <li> <p>Insider Threat Programs</p> </li> <li> <p>Cyber Readiness & Tabletop Exercises</p> </li> </ul> <p>Darkstack7 helps organizations build resilient defenses while aligning security with business goals.</p> <hr /> <h3>👍 Enjoy the Episode?</h3> <p>Follow the show, leave a review, and share with your network to support more expert conversations on cybersecurity and fraud prevention.</p> <hr /> <h3>🔥 Hashtags</h3> <p>#CyberSecurity #AdFraud #DigitalMarketing #FraudDetection #BotTraffic #ClickFraud #AIinCybersecurity #BusinessSecurity #MarketingFraud #CyberSecurityPodcast #CyberSecurityAmerica</p>
March 25, 2026
The hidden talent pool in Kathmandu, Nepal that is transforming cybersecurity.
<p class="MsoNormal">Discover how a Nepali American founder turned a personal frustration with security questionnaires into a rapidly growing AI-driven platform revolutionizing enterprise compliance. <strong>Pukar Hamal, CEO of Security Pal,</strong> reveals the untold story behind building one of the fastest-growing cybersecurity tools trusted by OpenAI, Figma, and Snapchat — and how Kathmandu's overlooked talent pool is shaping the future of cybersecurity innovation. In this explosive episode, you'll learn how Security Pal slashes the time to respond to complex security questionnaires from months to hours — transforming a tedious regulatory burden into a strategic advantage. Pukar shares his unique journey from a startup co-founder to a Silicon Valley CEO, highlighting the paradox of building trust in enterprise security while fighting misinformation and AI hallucinations.<span style= "mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><img src= "//assets.libsyn.com/show/506373/Pukar_Hamal.jpg" alt="" width= "800" height="800" /></p> <p class="MsoNormal">We break down specific techniques that will empower CISOs and security teams: how to leverage AI for continuous vendor monitoring, how to identify hidden risks through dynamic questionnaires, and how to use data-driven insights to propel security into a growth enabler. You'll discover how Security Pal's AI doesn't just automate answers — it predicts vulnerabilities, surfaces gaps, and helps companies stay ahead of technological and regulatory curves. Why is understanding the evolving security landscape critical right now? Because the traditional questionnaire isn't going away — instead, it's becoming the backbone of risk management that, if mastered, unlocks faster deal cycles, stronger compliance, and market differentiation. Next-generation security leaders can harness these insights to anticipate threats, streamline vendor assessments, and turn compliance from a bottleneck into a business booster. Perfect for security executives, compliance officers, and tech founders ready to harness AI's potential at scale — this episode unveils the future of cybersecurity at the intersection of talent, technology, and global opportunity. Whether you're navigating third-party risks or seeking competitive edge, you'll walk away with actionable strategies to elevate your security game in a fast-changing world. Join Pukar Hamal for a behind-the-scenes look at how AI, overlooked talent pools, and strategic insights are redefining what's possible in enterprise security. Don't miss this chance to learn from an innovator who's transforming the industry, one questionnaire at a time. <a href= "https://www.darkstack7.com">www.darkstack7.com</a></p> <p class="MsoNormal"> </p>
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