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Any feedback? Let us know here!A Day Above the Clouds: Operating an Airport's Critical Infrastructure takes you inside the bustling world of airport IT with John Fazakerley, IT Director at Liverpool John Lennon Airport. In this episode, we uncover the complexities of managing critical infrastructure, the evolving role of technology in aviation, and the relentless focus on security and resilience.Join hosts Paul Stringfellow and Jason Fitzgerald as they explore the day-to-day challenges and tr...

Any feedback? Let us know here!In this week’s episode of Tech Takeaways, hosts Paul Stringfellow and Jason Fitzgerald tackle the recent CrowdStrike incident that left 8.6 million devices facing the dreaded blue screen of death. Recorded just days after the event, this episode offers a timely analysis of what happened, how it impacted businesses globally, and the critical lessons every organization should take away.We also explore the Microsoft Azure issue that coincided with CrowdStrike’s tro...

Any feedback? Let us know here!Welcome to the latest episode of Tech Takeaways, where we dive deep into an increasingly critical topic: SaaS Security Posture Management (SSPM). Join Jason Fitzgerald and Paul Stringfellow as they break down how SSPM can revolutionize the way you secure your SaaS platforms like Microsoft 365, Google Workspace, and more.Listen as we discuss:The misconceptions around SaaS platform securityHow misconfigurations pose significant risksThe importance of visibility an...

Any feedback? Let us know here!Welcome to Tech Takeaways! In this week's episode, "Confronting Ransomware in 2024" Paul Stringfellow and Jason Fitzgerald are joined by Ed Blake from Absolute to tackle one of the most pressing issues in cybersecurity: ransomware.In this episode, we cover:🔒 The latest trends and developments in ransomware attacks🛡️ Effective strategies for building cyber resilience📊 Key insights from Absolute's Cyber Resilience Index Report 2024💡 Practical tips and best practic...

Any feedback? Let us know here!🔐 Welcome to another exciting episode of Tech Takeaways! Join Jason, aka Jbomb, and Paul as they dive into the highlights and key takeaways from InfoSec Europe 2024.This year’s InfoSec in London brought together the brightest minds in cybersecurity, and Paul is here to share his firsthand experiences. From innovative startups to AI-driven security solutions, and even some fun moments with money booths, we've got it all covered.In this episode:The importance of a...

Any feedback? Let us know here!Welcome back to Tech Takeaways! In this episode, we're diving into the world of cyber defense resilience with our special guest, Ed Blake, Area Vice President for UK and Ireland at Absolute Security. Join your hosts, Jason Fitzgerald and Paul Stringfellow, as they explore how Absolute's technology is transforming endpoint security for organizations worldwide.Ed shares his 28 years of experience in cybersecurity, discusses the importance of endpoint visibility, a...

Any feedback? Let us know here!Welcome to this week's episode of Tech Takeaways! In this episode we dive into a critical and often overlooked aspect of IT—patch management. Whether you're a seasoned IT professional or just curious about the behind-the-scenes of cybersecurity, this episode is for you!🔧 What We Cover:What is Patch Management?Learn the essentials of updating systems, firmware, applications, and operating systems to safeguard against vulnerabilities.Why is Patch Management Crucia...

Any feedback? Let us know here!Welcome back to another insightful episode of Tech Takeaways, where we break down the biggest challenges in technology into bite-sized, easy-to-digest chunks. In this episode, our hosts Jason Fitzgerald and Paul Stringfellow are joined by returning guests Anthony Taylor and Nathan Miller from Bytes.🔍 Episode Highlights:Topic: Exploring the shift in how companies procure cloud services using Microsoft's Azure Marketplace.Discussion Points:The rising trend of proc...

Any feedback? Let us know here!🔐 Exploring Microsoft Security Copilot with Nathan Miller and Anthony Taylor | Tech Takeaways 🔐Welcome to another episode of Tech Takeaways! In this episode, Paul and Jason are joined by special guests Nathan Miller and Anthony Taylor from Bytes to dive into the innovative world of Microsoft's Security Copilot.Join us as we discuss:The basics and significance of Microsoft Security CopilotHow AI is revolutionizing cybersecurity by automating mundane tasksThe prac...

Any feedback? Let us know here!Welcome to the 50th episode of Tech Takeaways! Join Paul Stringfellow and his "World Wild" co-host Jason Fitzgerald as they dive deep into the complexities of identity management in IT. This special episode explores the challenges and threats posed by poorly managed identities, the operational and security benefits of cohesive identity strategies, and practical tips for integrating identity management solutions like Entra ID, Okta, and Google Suite. Tune in for ...

Any feedback? Let us know here!On this week's episode of the Tech Takeaway podcast, hosts Jason Fitzgerald and Paul Stringfellow dive into the world of mobile threats and cybersecurity. They discuss the often underestimated risks associated with mobile devices, such as SMS phishing and QR code attacks, highlighting the ease with which cybercriminals exploit user behaviors on these platforms. The episode explores challenges in mobile security, especially in BYOD environments, and offers insigh...

Any feedback? Let us know here!Discover the power of DNS Security with Peter Goodwin from Efficient IP! In this episode of Tech Takeaway, hosts Jason Fitzgerald and Paul Stringfellow explore the critical intersection of cybersecurity and network services. Peter dives deep into DNS, DHCP, and IP address management, revealing how enhanced visibility can thwart cyber threats early in the attack chain. Learn about proactive client query filtering and a quick DNS vulnerability test that can bolste...

Any feedback? Let us know here!Join us on this week's Tech Takeaways podcast as we dive into the world of DDI (DNS, DHCP, IP address management) with Peter Goodwin from Efficient IP! 🌐💻 Learn how these fundamental network services impact your everyday internet use and why businesses of all sizes should consider DDI solutions. Peter breaks down the challenges of managing IP networks, from small setups relying on spreadsheets to large enterprises needing centralized visibility and security.Disc...

Any feedback? Let us know here!This episode of the Tech Takeaway podcast is brought to you from the 'Microsoft Copilot Summit By Gardner Systems' event in Manchester. We're joined by Illuminate learnings, Dan Boyles as he summarizes the event and let's you know why you should be using Microsoft copilot in your organisations.

Any feedback? Let us know here!In this episode of the Tech Takeaway podcast, we delve into the critical realm of AI governance and its implications for our digital future. As artificial intelligence continues to shape industries and societies, questions around accountability, transparency, and ethical use of AI technologies become increasingly urgent.Join Paul and the returning Jason as they explore how organisations and policymakers can navigate this complex landscape. They discuss...