Left to Our Own Devices

Introducing Left to Our Own Devices - the podcast dedicated to everything product security. Every other week, we will be talking with a different cybersecurity policymaker, engineer, or industry leader to hear their war stories and get their insider tips for surviving the product security jungle. From Medical SBOMs, to WP. 29 and the latest industrial security threats, this is your place to catch up and learn from the pros. Hosted & produced by: *David Leichner, CMO at Cybellum - https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidleichner/ *Shlomi Ashkenazy, Head of Strategy & Brand at Cybellum - https://www.linkedin.com/in/shlomi-ashkenazy-9786b685/ Left to Our Own Devices is brought to you by Cybellum. To learn more, visit Cybellum.com

JB Baker: Computational Storage and Product Security

We sat down with the Seagate, Intel, and ScaleFlux veteran to discuss innovations in storage technologies, emerging threats, and cybersecurity.

01-22
37:33

Bryan Kissinger: Cybersecurity - A Business-Minded Perspective

We sat down with the seasoned IT and cybersecurity leader and CISO at Trace3 to discuss emerging cyber threats, aligning security with business goals, and tailoring “right-sized” security programs. We also discuss balancing innovation with compliance and how military leadership principles influence corporate cybersecurity strategies.

01-08
22:33

Errol Weiss: From Banking to Healthcare Cybersecurity

We sat down with the Health-ISAC Chief Security Officer to discuss his 25-year career spanning banking, government, and healthcare to identify the biggest cybersecurity threats and trends impacting the healthcare industry in 2025 and beyond.

12-17
24:41

Dr. Hans-Martin von Stockhausen: Cybersecurity Lessons from Siemens Healthineers

We had the privilege of sitting down with Dr. Hans-Martin von Stockhausen, Principal Key Expert in Cybersecurity at Siemens Healthineers, to delve into the intricacies of cybersecurity throughout the product lifecycle. Our conversation explored the delicate balance between device usability and time-to-market pressures, as well as practical tips for enhancing cybersecurity posture.

12-03
25:37

Ramakrishnan Pillai: Product Security at LivaNova and Beyond

We sat down with the Head of Product Security at LivaNova, the former Chief Product Security Officer at Elekta and co-chair of the Legacy Devices Task Group at the Health Sector Coordinating Council to discuss what he learned throughout his long and successful career and to gain insights on regulations, security activities and more

11-19
19:26

Dorothy Amy: Leading Research at Frost & Sullivan

We sat with the Senior Industry Analyst at Frost & Sullivan to learn from her cross-industry experience in automotive, mobility, technology, oil & gas, and manufacturing. We talked about innovation, market strategy, cybersecurity, and consulting for multiple industries, and gathered tips & insights for cybersecurity professionals from her experience across the globe.

11-05
29:27

Danielle Radin: AI Ethics and Cybersecurity

We sat down with the Los Angeles Emmy Award-winning journalist and author to discuss global AI ethics, cybersecurity, and the future of Artificial Intelligence.

10-21
36:22

Aaron C. Crow: OT and Product Security (Special Episode)

In this special episode, David and Shlomi, hosts of the Left to Our Own Devices podcast, sit down with Aaron C. Crow, a seasoned Cyber and Strategic Risk leader with 25 years of experience. Together, they share valuable insights on OT and product security, while also exploring the future direction of the industry.This episode is a republish from Aaron’s own PrOTect It All podcast, where it was originally released.

10-07
01:11:34

John Krzeszewski - What's Next for ISO/SAE 21434

We sat down with the Cybersecurity & Functional Safety Senior Engineering Specialist at Eaton to discuss the intersection of safety and security in the automotive world, upcoming updates to ISO/SAE 21434, and learn from his vast experience in the automotive and medical device industries.

09-24
32:48

Jens Gellynck: From QA to Leading Product Security at Barco

We sat down with the Product Security Officer - Healthcare at Barco to discuss the intersection of QA and Product Security, the Secure Software Development Life Cycle, and cybersecurity standards from NIST and IEC.

09-17
30:22

Melissa Rhodes: Leading Product Security at Medtronic

We sat down with Melissa Rhodes, the Product Security Program Manager at Medtronic and an MDM security thought leader for a fun and insightful conversation about SBOMs and her journey from firmware engineering to leading product security.

09-10
32:44

Heather Vermillion: PACCAR, Security & Personal Growth

In this episode of "Left to Our Own Devices," we dive into the world of automotive cybersecurity with Heather Vermillion, a security engineer at PACCAR, who shares her journey from the Department of Defense to safeguarding advanced automotive technologies, while also championing the next generation of cybersecurity professionals.

08-27
35:31

Robert Putman: From PlayStation to ABB

In this episode of Left to Our Own Devices, Rob Putman, Global Manager of Cybersecurity Services at ABB, shares his journey from Sony PlayStation to leading cybersecurity in industrial automation. Tune in for insights on product security and industrial control challenges.

08-13
40:02

Bonus Episode: Dr. Allan Friedman Returns: CISA SBOM-a-Rama 2024

In this episode, Dr. Allan Friedman from CISA returns to discuss the upcoming SBOM-a-Rama, a pivotal event in supply chain cybersecurity. He shares insights on the evolution of SBOMs, the significance of community collaboration, and what to expect from this year's hybrid event, including a showcase of innovative SBOM solutions.

08-07
22:32

Samuel Takachicha: From Safari IT to Med Device Security

In this episode, we welcome the Director of Product Security at Edwards Life Sciences. Samuel shares his journey from IT roles in a Zimbabwe safari to leading product security in the medical device industry, discussing challenges, solutions, and the impact of FDA regulations on their processes.

07-30
29:46

Tom Alrich Returns: Our Vulnerability Problem (Bonus Episode)

In this special bonus episode, we welcome back Tom Alrich, an expert in supply chain cybersecurity to discuss one of the most pressing issues in cybersecurity right now. Tom discusses the current issues with the National Vulnerability Database (NVD) and the challenges it presents for effective vulnerability management. We explore his proposed solutions and the future of software supply chain security, based on his extensive experience.If you'd like to reach out to Tom, his email address is tom@tomalrich.com.Additional links/resources mentioned during the episode or relevant to the discussion (if the links are not clickable please visit cybellum.com/podcasts to find them)The SBOM Forum's 2022 white paper on fixing the CPE problem in the NVDTom's post from yesterday on the problem with vulnerability managementThe link to the SBOM Forum's website, where donations can be made (please email Tom before donating)An additional post he published on the day we recorded the episode which further highlights the NVD issueTom's book "Introduction to SBOM and VEX" which is out nowTom also mentioned that he misspoke when he said at the end that the OWASP Vulnerability Database Working Group is meeting twice weekly. In reality, they are only meeting twice monthly, as he can't afford to dedicate more time than that. They would love to meet at least weekly and also create documents, webinars, and more. Therefore, they are seeking some modest donations to support these efforts.

07-23
26:56

Ashwini Siddhi: From Dell to GoDaddy

Join us as we dive into the journey of Ashwini Siddhi, Director of Product Security Engineering at GoDaddy. Ashwini shares her experiences from Dell to GoDaddy, her expertise in threat modeling, and the pivotal role of Bengaluru in her career. We also explore her advocacy for diversity and inclusion in cybersecurity and her influential mentorship with Women in Cyber. 

07-16
31:26

Scott Sheahan: From Aerospace to Automotive Cybersecurity

We sat down with Scott Sheahan, the owner of Rustic Security, to learn from his rich background in the automotive cybersecurity world and embedded software development.

07-02
35:40

Dmitri Shifrin: Cybersecurity & AI at NVIDIA

We sat down with a System Security Architecture Manager at NVIDIA, to discuss the convergence of Automotive cybersecurity and AI, as well as NVIDIA's Morpheus Cybersecurity Framework.

06-18
42:52

Chaitanya Mattur Srinivasamurthy: Leading Cybersecurity at ICU Medical

We sat down with the Sr Director of Cyber Security & Medical Device Connectivity Engineering at ICU Medical to discuss medical device cybersecurity, FDA, and balancing innovation and security.

06-04
29:20

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