Breaches & Brews

Keaton Tanzer talks to Brian Winchester, IT Auditor at Financial Center Credit Union.  This is a fantastic discussion, much about user training, molded by Brian's background of being born into an IT family and also his military training. Keaton and Brian throw out the idea of the role of the Human Resources department in User Training and what we need to do to create a human firewall.Get in Touch:info@rivialsecurity.comRivialsecurity.comWatch Rivial Webinars:https://www.rivialsecurity.com/webinars

Keaton Tanzer kicks off season 2 of Breaches & Brews with a dynamite guest, Julio Tirado, Director of Internal Audit at Spirit Bank. If you manage any aspect of security at a financial institution, you simply can't miss this episode. Keaton and Julio dish out the future of AI in security, specific resources to up-skill your security game, and exactly how to jujitsu cybersecurity.  There is so much valuable information shared here, you just can't miss this!Get in Touch:info@rivialsecurity.comRivialsecurity.comWatch Rivial Webinars:https://www.rivialsecurity.com/webinarsSANS OUCH! Newsletterhttps://www.sans.org/newsletters/ouch/

Keaton Tanzer & Randy Lindberg welcome superstar Lisa Cochran, CIO at VyStar Credit Union and uncover her path from programmer to CIO.  They get to the bottom of the connection between Garth Brooks and Chris Gains and also explore how local institutions can partner with fintechs for a win-win scenario. Lisa also shares her experience of being a woman in the IT space and how we can all build confidence by doing a superman or superwoman power pose!Get in Touch:info@rivialsecurity.comRivialsecurity.comWatch Rivial Webinars:https://www.rivialsecurity.com/webinars

Keaton Tanzer welcomes Hunter Morren, VP / ISO, at The National Bank of Andrews to Breaches & Brews. Hunter shares how he's helping his bank compete with fintechs with technology and the personal touch. Keaton and Hunter also discuss how the oil business affects financial institutions in Texas, and don't miss our favorite part... Hunter's best advice for IT Audits!!!Get in Touch:info@rivialsecurity.comRivialsecurity.comWatch Rivial Webinars:https://www.rivialsecurity.com/webinars

Keaton Tanzer welcomes AVP of IT at Signal Financial Federal Credit Union, Nico Stein.  Keaton and Nico discuss what it's like to manage a small IT shop at a credit union, the importance of mentoring, preventing IT burnout, and how to use Nerf guns to settle workplace disputes.Get in Touch:info@rivialsecurity.comRivialsecurity.com

Keaton welcomes guest Bryan Buck, SVP & Chief Technology Officer at SouthStar Bank. This conversation is PACKED with amazing insights into running an IT and security team at a community bank. Find out how Bryan managed through covid and what the lasting effects and ramifications are. And don't miss our favorite part about how we can ALL work together, a collective defense, against cybersecurity threats.  Get in Touch:info@rivialsecurity.comRivialsecurity.com

Keaton Tanzer welcomes Dr. Zach Milstead to Breaches & Brews.  Dr. Zach is not only the CISO at Guaranty Bank & Trust, but an actual philosopher.  Keaton and Zach breakdown the psychology behind user training strategies and successful phishing tactics. And you'll hear Dr. Zach's philosophy on which skills are essential for the future of our cybersecurity frontlines and the people that lead them.Get in Touch:info@rivialsecurity.comRivialsecurity.com

Keaton and Randy host special guest Heather Feliciano from Lassen County Federal Credit Union. Learn what it took for Heather to soar from a teller to the COO of a major credit union and what she learned along the way.  We discuss the importance of choosing great vendors, developing professional relationships, developing a gold star incidence response plan and how to get a concealed gun carry permit in Florida.  So grab your favorite brew and don't miss it!Get in Touch:info@rivialsecurity.comRivialsecurity.com

Join Randy and Keaton, and the Senior VP Enterprise Risk Management at Logix Federal Credit Union for a worldly view on the topic of risk management. Our guest, Daniel Tschopp, gives us his recommendation for the best Hefeweizen beer, the secret for keeping credit unions relevant, and what IT security professionals need to be prepared for in the future. Get in Touch:info@rivialsecurity.comRivialsecurity.com Listen to the Matching Webinar:Cybersecurity 101: How to Assess IT Risk like  a Pro

Keaton and Randy interview Angel Hernandez, CEO at California Agribusiness Credit Union. Phenomenal insight from a guy who started reading Truth & Lending disclosures at the age of 14 about managing a local financial institution. And find out whether or not you should drink the Kool-Aid in Keaton's Mount Rushmore of overused office clichés!Get in Touch:info@rivialsecurity.comRivialsecurity.comRegister for the Matching Webinar:Secrets to an Easier IT Audit

Keaton and Robb talk to Chris Christianson, Information Security Consultant and SANS Instructor, about the best tools being used in the industry. The guys talk proof-of-concept, the importance of buy-in, how to work within a crunched budget, testing frequency, and how to get vendors to buy your dog treats!Get in Touch:info@rivialsecurity.comRivialsecurity.comWatch the Matching Webinar:The Best Low-Cost Security Tools

Robb Nielsen and Keaton Tanzer of Rivial Data Security interview their CEO, Randy Lindberg.  You'll learn about best practices for presenting cybersecurity to your Board of Directors, what brew was in the back of Keaton's fridge this week, and which read Randy thinks is most interesting... NIST or Harry Potter.Get in Touch:info@rivialsecurity.comRivialsecurity.comWatch the  Webinar:Reporting To Your Board

Mike Messick joins our latest episode to share his career experience as an ISP analysis for the state of Alaska and then move on to start his own company (Deep Forest Security) as an Incident Responder. Mike and his team of security professionals help organizations large and small to both prevent and resolve crippling cybersecurity events.

Elizabeth Osborne, COO of Great Lakes Credit Union joins #breachesandbrews to highlight how AI will bring her members value in 2024. An investment that will certainly pay off over the holidays when there tends to be a spike in call center traffic.

Kevin Dinino, crisis communication professional and founder of KCD PR joins #breachesandbrews to discuss how he would handle and mitigate a data breach given his years of experience. 

Jack Smith from PureIT Credit Unions joins our latest episode to talk about his Credit Union journey and where he thinks ideal investment areas are to improve the member experience.  

Becky Reed, Co-founder of PureIT Credit Union services joins our latest episode of #Breaches&Brews to explain how she continually brought success to her branch by aligning technology and member experiences together. 

(This is a recording from a live event from October 2023) To view the webinar recording, click here and passcode is:. 3#MrRQe-Your Board knows they need to invest in cybersecurity.But do they know the specific return on investment of your security program?Bank & credit union security leaders find themselves in a growing predicament where they must demonstrate the effectiveness of their security efforts in a cost-efficient manner.Join Rivial Data Security experts for this hands-on workshop as we take you through a deep dive into how we quantify risk and show the effectiveness of your security program.Takeaways from this event:- Learn how to prioritize security investments based on their potential impact to your business.- See a live risk assessment using Cyber Risk Quantification- Learn how to set a risk tolerance, scope information systems, and more- Get all of your cybersecurity ROI questions answered

(This is recording from a live event from August 2023) As financial institutions continue to embrace digital transformation, it has become harder to safeguard sensitive data and financial assets from cyber threats.This panel brings together security leaders from leading banks & credit unions, offering valuable insights and strategies for fortifying your organizations against evolving cyber challenges.Topics covered:- Proactive Measures: From advanced threat detection to incident response planning, equip your team with the knowledge to stay ahead of potential threats.- Data Protection and Compliance: Learn how security leaders ensure adherence to industry regulations while safeguarding sensitive member information.- Risk Management: Delve into risk management practices tailored to banks & credit unions.- Automating Security: Uncover the potential of automation in cybersecurity.- Extended Q&A: Come with your security, compliance, or cybersecurity questions.Whether you are a cybersecurity professional, a bank or credit union executive, or an industry enthusiast, this event promises to have helpful insights for you.

(recording from a recent webinar hosted by Rivial Data Security) Discover how to simplify your FedLine Assessment process in our upcoming webinar.Join us to learn practical strategies and time-saving tips for streamlining your annual assessment.We will provide insights on organizing documentation, navigating compliance requirements, and leveraging tools for a more efficient assessment.Key topics covered in the webinar:-Overview of the FedLine assessment process-Common challenges and pitfalls to avoid-Strategies to simplify documentation and compliance requirements-Tools and resources for a streamlined assessment-Tips for efficient preparation and execution-Commons questions answeredDon't miss this opportunity to optimize your FedLine Assessment experience