Unveiling the Secrets of Zero Trust Security | CDI Live with Felix Vargas and Bob McCouch
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Dive into the world of cybersecurity with CDI Live’s insightful session on Zero Trust, featuring industry experts Felix Vargas and Bob McCouch. In this engaging discussion, they unravel the challenges businesses face in evolving their security post-pandemic and share practical solutions for implementing a Zero Trust framework.
The session kicks off with a spotlight on the major hurdles encountered during the shift to hybrid work environments and the exponential expansion into the public cloud. Bob McCouch sheds light on the connectivity and network security challenges that arise when dealing with a dispersed workforce accessing applications from diverse locations.
Felix Vargas chimes in with his perspective, emphasizing the increasing complexity of managing cybersecurity tools post-pandemic. The conversation delves into the importance of not just purchasing tools but operationalizing them effectively to achieve desired outcomes. The duo explores the relevance of micro-segmentation in today’s security landscape and its role in ensuring secure system-to-system communication.
As the discussion unfolds, Bob McCouch emphasizes the need for consolidation in cybersecurity tools, addressing the common challenge of managing multiple point solutions independently. They explore how SASE (Secure Access Service Edge) solutions play a pivotal role in achieving a unified security approach, tackling issues like out-of-band CASB and secure internet access.
The experts offer actionable insights on where to start with SASE adoption, highlighting the significance of focusing on low-hanging fruits like out-of-band CASB and secure internet access. The conversation concludes with a reflection on the ways CDI can assist businesses in their Zero Trust journey, from gap assessments to making sense of vendor selections.
Join Felix Vargas and Bob McCouch as they demystify Zero Trust, providing valuable guidance and real-world solutions for businesses navigating the evolving cybersecurity landscape.
00:00 Introduction and Welcome
00:53 Understanding Zero Trust Security
06:51 Discussion on Network Security and Zero Trust
11:32 Exploring SASE and SSE Concepts
19:38 Challenges and Solutions in Post-Pandemic Security Evolution
32:37 Implementing Zero Trust and SASE: Where to Start
39:55 Conclusion and Future Plans