Best Risk Identification Podcasts (2025)

The United States Defence Secretary, Pete Hegseth, recently commented that the International Security Assistance Force (ISAF) in Afghanistan, which existed between 2001-2014, colloquially stood for 'I saw Americans fighting' at a recent Capitol hearing.1 Hegseth was giving evidence in front of the Senate Appropriations Committee when he made the co…

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Principle-Based Close-Combat Training 13:55

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Bullshit & Botshit: Digital Sycophancy & Analogue Deference in Defence 15:15

9d ago15:15

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The recently published Strategic Defence Review (SDR)1 and National Security Strategy (NSS)2 both place accelerating development and adoption of automation and Artificial Intelligence (AI) at the heart of their bold new vision for Defence. I've written elsewhere3 about the broader ethical implications,4 but want here to turn attention to the 'so wh…

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Fuelling the future: the role of storage and distribution infrastructure in the energy transition 22:43

10d ago22:43

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In this episode, we explore with Gorka Penalva, Commercial Director, Northwest Europe, at Exolum, the key role of storage and distribution infrastructure in the energy transition and in supporting the provision of low emissions fuels, including sustainable aviation fuels.

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What a British-Led Military Contingent in Ukraine Could Look Like 8:12

11d ago8:12

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The Russian invasion of Ukraine, in its full-scale war for the third year with level overall years of conflict, is reaching a critical moment where both Kyiv's and Moscow's will to fight comes down to attrition. Under the second Trump Administration, peace talks and proposals of frozen lines have taken place with NATO members, Ukrainian President V…

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Vegan Uniform: Why wouldn't we? 9:44

13d ago9:44

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The recently reported move by the RAF to manage supply of vegan alternative uniforms on request, whilst not necessarily quite as new as it may seem, may initially appear to challenge military identity, organisational culture, and the nature and Operational Effectiveness of a modern fighting force. But whilst I'm not vegan myself and therefore won't…

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Identification/Mission First in the Digital Age 13:13

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This brief presents a strategic imperative. The development of the IMF is consistently bound by a very complex set of messaging - not just within the MoD but also across its supplier base - whereby interlinking technology, organisational and institutional change is hindering scalability across 'The Stack'. Increasingly, the three components of tech…

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I Like The Word Lethal 12:30

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"I like the word lethal. It is reminiscent [. . .] of pretty women and muscular men in classy hotels. Of secret negotiations and ice cubes in 25-year-old scotch glasses. [. . .]." Commentator in a study by Ofra Ben Ishai In this brief article, I will propose that the concept of lethality, aside from being poorly defined, has become a bleak commodit…

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Sneak Peek at the ISO 9001 Draft Update: Changes, Clarifications, and Industry Impact 33:48

19d ago33:48

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Click here to learn about our new DIY ISO 9001 program using AI Welcome to the ISO Review Podcast. In this episode, Jim and Howard chat about the upcoming changes to ISO 9001, offering listeners an exclusive sneak peek at the new Draft International Standard set to shape quality management systems worldwide. DISCUSSION 00:00 Global Reach of ISO 900…

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Wavell Reviews: Euclid's Army by William F. Owen 4:49

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Modern military debate often gets lost in technology, jargon, and expensive promises about the "next war." In Euclid's Army: Preparing Land Forces for Warfare Today, William F. Owen cuts through the fog with a sharp and uncompromising thesis: armies must be simpler, cheaper, and better at the basics. This is not a comfortable read for those investe…

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The Gradual Erosion of the Nuclear Taboo 10:45

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Introduction This year marked the 80th anniversary of the atomic bombing of Hiroshima and Nagasaki. Since then, the non-use of nuclear weapons has remained the single most significant phenomenon of the nuclear age. Central to any discussion of global nuclear politics is the term nuclear taboo, which refers to a de facto prohibition against the firs…

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#Wavell Reviews A Risk Too Far: A Psychological Autopsy of the Planning for Arnhem by Gary Buck 5:04

30d ago5:04

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You may have thought that another book on Arnhem was not necessary or that it could not possibly tell you anything you did not already know about this iconic battle from World War Two. However, Gary Buck's new book, A Risk Too Far, takes a new and novel approach to the subject that has you reappraising the commonly held views and your own long-held…

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Ancient Arts, Modern Ethics, and the New Battlefield 12:26

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The recent Defence Committee report, Defence in the Grey Zone, brings renewed focus to the challenge of hostile activity below the threshold of conventional war. The term 'Grey Zone' suggests a novel ambiguity, a modern strategic dilemma born of new technologies; this ambiguous environment challenges not only our strategic doctrines but also our cl…

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Integrated strategy and Human Security outcomes: The British Army's engineering surveys in Albania 12:06

1M ago12:06

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Aligned to His Majesty's Government (HMG) priorities of curtailing irregular migration and associated connections to human trafficking from Albania, efforts to address the drivers of migration and organised crime at source are underway. The British Army's ongoing specialist survey work in Albania's Kukës Subterranean Complex (KSC) may lead to livel…

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Enhancing Information Security Management Systems with AI 34:14

1M ago34:14

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Click here to learn about our new DIY ISO 9001 program using AI . Welcome back to the ISO Review Podcast. In this episode, hosts Jim Moran and Howard Fox are joined by special guest Dejan Kosutic, CEO of Advisera. Dejan is a renowned cybersecurity expert for ISO 27001. He is passionate about making compliance accessible. Dejan and Jim discuss how t…

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NATO's Early Cold War Lessons Show What US, Japan, and South Korea Must Do Now 8:58

2M ago8:58

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In the not-so-distant future, a U.S. military commander in the Indo-Pacific could be forced to fight two major wars at once - one against a Chinese assault on Taiwan, the other against a North Korean attack on the Korean Peninsula. This dual-front crisis scenario, long considered unlikely, is now routinely modeled in wargames and quietly debated in…

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Integrated Recce: Enhancing Cavalry Operations through technology on the CV90 Platform 17:09

2M ago17:09

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The rapid advancement of military technology continues to transform the operational landscape of modern warfare. Cavalry operations (CavOps), traditionally focused on reconnaissance and rapid manoeuvre, now increasingly rely on sophisticated sensor systems and unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) to maintain battlefield superiority. This article explore…

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Goodbye Digital - Hello AI 15:00

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Introduction Like many of us, I love listening to our veterans' tales, exploits and adventures. They regale stories from their long careers, dits about the changes in warfare and the disruptions following the digital transformation of our armed forces. Suddenly, I feel my age as they talk about some of the equipment I worked on, but in the past ten…

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Restructuring the British Army: A Two-Division Model 20:09

2M ago20:09

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The British Army faces a pivotal moment as it navigates the evolving demands of modern warfare within the framework of the Strategic Defence Review (SDR) expected in spring 2025. The SDR places NATO at the core of the UK's defence posture, requiring the Army to maintain credible, deployable forces capable of deterring peer adversaries, particularly…

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Buncefield: 20 years on 28:45

2M ago28:45

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Following the Buncefield explosions and fires in 2005, broad improvements were introduced within the petroleum storage sector and across other major hazard industries. In this episode, we explore with Ian Travers, a world expert on process safety management and leadership, the progress made over the past 20 years, and why the principles of process …

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How India-Pakistan conflict Inform China's Operational Playbook 6:09

2M ago6:09

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The four-day India-Pakistan military crisis showcased a real-world glimpse of how near-peer militaries will face each other on the future battlefield. This high-tech military showdown was of immense significance for the People Liberation Army (PLA), which has been monitoring the global conflicts, Russia-Ukraine war, Nagorno-Karabakh and Syrian civi…

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#WavellReviews Lawrence of Arabia by Ranulph Fiennes 3:53

2M ago3:53

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I first discussed Lawrence of Arabia by Ranulph Fiennes over an evening mezze in Jordan with a senior civil servant. With myself stationed in Jordan - Lawrence's old backyard - and him working on Middle Eastern defence policy from the UK, we find ourselves, somewhat sheepishly, admitting a shared disappointment. We both expected more. What we encou…

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How Positive Intention Can Transform Workplace Culture and Management Systems 36:02

2M ago36:02

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Click here to learn about our new DIY ISO 9001 program using AI Welcome back to the ISO Review Podcast, your trusted source for the latest in international standards development and practical tips on getting the most out of your management systems. In this episode, hosts Jim Moran and Howard Fox are joined by special guest Michael Kent Hart, the fo…

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Lessons from the 1866 Battle of Lissa 12:37

2M ago12:37

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The U.S. Navy faced multiple threats in an emerging technology environment. The past two years have offered many lessons about the efficacy of anti-ship ballistic missiles and unmanned platforms and we must identify and learn them. The lessons from Ukraine and Yemen are shaping fleet design for the next generation. Understanding the context of the …

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Scraping for Awareness: How Smart Companies Turn Public Data Into Strategic Advantage 7:59

2M ago7:59

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In this episode of the Datamam Podcast, we explore how companies use web scraping to move beyond dashboards and build real-time market awareness. From detecting competitor moves and monitoring inventory shifts to uncovering regulatory changes and unauthorized sellers, scraping has become a strategic sensor system. We dive into use cases across CPG,…

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The Defence of a Baltic Bridge 50:30

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It was our own fault, and our very grave fault, and now we must turn it to use, We have forty million reasons for failure, but not a single excuse!" Rudyard Kipling Context This short story aims to bring tactical lessons from contemporary conflicts to life for junior commanders. Inspired by Captain (later Major General) Ernest Swinton's classic wor…

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Drones Take Centre Stage: The New Face of Modern Warfare 5:55

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On June 1st 2025, Ukraine carried out well-coordinated drone attacks on four airbases deep inside Russia. In the operation codenamed 'Spider's Web', 117 drones were utilized to allegedly hit over 40 Russian strategic bombers inflicting a damage of around seven billion dollars. As part of the operation, drones were first smuggled into Russia, hidden…

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Turn Root Cause Analysis on its Head...Use Intention and Positive Focus Instead 27:54

3M ago27:54

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Click here to learn about our new DIY ISO 9001 program using AI Welcome to the ISO Review Podcast. In this episode, Howard and Jim discuss an innovative approach to traditional root cause analysis inspired by the work of Michael Kent Hart. In this approach, there is a shift in focus from traditional root cause analysis and blame to a more positive,…

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Who wants to be a millionaire? Life in occupied Ukraine 9:36

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President Putin has only been able to sustain his war by bribing the poor, desperate and marginalised. The deal has been straightforward: sign up and you will be paid a fabulous lump sum and generous salary. You will receive benefits and a veteran's pension. In the event of your death your family will be compensated. A surprising majority believe t…

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Military Human Augmentation: Still Some Way Off 8:45

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The publication of Human Augmentation - The Dawn of a New Paradigm by the Defence Concepts and Doctrine Centre (DCDC) in 2021 demonstrated the importance of this topic within UK defence.1 Human Augmentation (HA) is also referenced in the recent Defence Command Paper (Defence's response to a more contested and volatile world)3 relative perceived eff…

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Russian World 8:34

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At around the same time the video headlining this article was recorded, President Putin was hosting Russian Language, or Pushkin Day. This precedes Russia Day which is celebrated on 12 June. Putin spoke virtually from Novo Ogaryovo, his favoured residence on the outskirts of Moscow which boasts a heated, indoor, Olympic-sized swimming pool. Russian…

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Creating internal dilemmas: The Gendering of Grey-Zone Warfare 9:11

3M ago9:11

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"Russia's hybrid attacks against NATO look like war", writes Deborah Haynes for Sky News. She is referring to grey-zone warfare, attacks that sit under the threshold of conventional war and include sabotage, cyber hacks, and assassination plots. Significantly, this is not the first caution published in the recent media of Russia's employment of thi…

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Build Your ISO 9001 QMS: Practical, DIY Approach Enhanced by AI Technology - Part III 31:42

3M ago31:42

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Click here to learn about our new DIY ISO 9001 program using AI Welcome to the ISO Review Podcast. In this episode, Howard and Jim continue with a video series designed to help organizations simplify the process of ISO 9001 certification, using a do-it-yourself approach. Jim shares the journey behind creating the Simplify ISO platform—a user-friend…

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Episode 71: Continuous Improvement through Post-Incident Reviews and Risk Reassessment 11:27

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Mature security programs improve over time. In this final episode, we explain how to lead post-incident reviews, implement lessons learned, and reassess risk in light of new data. This is where governance, program management, and incident handling come full circle—just as ISACA intends for CISM-certified leaders. Ready to start your journey with co…

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Episode 70: Supervising Risk Treatment and Continuous Monitoring 11:23

3M ago11:23

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Managing risk doesn’t stop with one decision. In this episode, we explore how to supervise treatment activities (mitigation, transfer, acceptance) and establish ongoing monitoring to ensure sustained performance. These continuous oversight tasks are key to mastering Domain 2 and real-world risk leadership. Ready to start your journey with confidenc…

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Episode 69: Supervising Risk Identification and Assessment 10:57

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CISM-certified professionals must oversee—not just conduct—risk assessments. This episode covers how to supervise the process, validate results, and ensure assessments align with business priorities. ISACA expects you to understand both tactical execution and leadership-level oversight. Ready to start your journey with confidence? Learn more at Bar…

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Episode 68: Managing and Monitoring Security Compliance with External Parties 10:42

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Vendors, suppliers, and partners all affect your risk posture. This episode explores how to define, enforce, and monitor external security requirements. You’ll learn how to handle audits, compliance failures, and communication with third parties—real-world skills with high relevance on the CISM exam. Ready to start your journey with confidence? Lea…

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Episode 67: Integrating Security Requirements into Organizational Processes 11:42

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In this episode, we cover how to embed security into core business workflows—from procurement to development and beyond. You’ll learn how to ensure that security requirements become part of how the organization works, not just what it reacts to. Expect exam questions on integration in Domains 1, 3, and 4. Ready to start your journey with confidence…

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Episode 66: Aligning Security Programs with Operational Business Objectives 10:59

3M ago10:59

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Security must support the mission. This episode teaches you how to align your security initiatives with day-to-day business operations, process priorities, and performance expectations. This strategic alignment is central to Domain 3 and may appear in scenario questions about resource conflicts or program goals. Ready to start your journey with con…

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Episode 65: Evaluating and Reporting Information Security Metrics 11:37

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Metrics turn performance into visibility. This episode shows you how to define, collect, and report information security metrics that support governance, justify decisions, and improve outcomes. You’ll also learn how ISACA expects you to evaluate effectiveness—a frequent target in Domain 3 and 4 questions. Ready to start your journey with confidenc…

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Episode 64: Compiling and Presenting Effective Security Reports 10:56

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CISM candidates must know how to report program results and risk insights to both executives and operational teams. This episode explains how to compile relevant data, translate it into actionable insights, and tailor the message to your audience. Exam questions will test your ability to do all three well. Ready to start your journey with confidenc…

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Episode 63: Defining and Communicating Security Roles and Responsibilities 11:39

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Effective governance depends on clear roles and responsibilities. In this episode, we walk through how to assign, document, and communicate who owns what in your security program. From the board to front-line staff, clarity reduces risk and improves accountability—both on the exam and in real practice. Ready to start your journey with confidence? L…

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Episode 62: Gaining Senior Leadership Commitment and Stakeholder Support 11:02

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Security programs rise or fall on leadership support. This episode teaches you how to earn and sustain executive commitment, communicate risk in business terms, and align your initiatives with organizational strategy. These skills show up in both Domain 1 and complex CISM scenario questions. Ready to start your journey with confidence? Learn more a…

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Episode 61: Communicating the Business Case and Gaining Stakeholder Buy-In 10:09

3M ago10:09

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CISM leaders must champion security through influence, not just authority. In this episode, we cover how to build and communicate compelling business cases for security investments. Learn how to present risk, value, and outcomes in language stakeholders understand—an essential Domain 1 and 3 skill for exam day. Ready to start your journey with conf…

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Episode 60: Building Effective Security Budgets and ROI Analysis 12:08

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Budgeting is about more than asking for money—it’s about justifying value. This episode explains how to estimate costs, present return on investment, and align security spending with business priorities. Expect questions on budgeting tradeoffs, prioritization, and executive persuasion on the CISM exam. Ready to start your journey with confidence? L…

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Episode 59: Integrating Information Security into Corporate Governance 12:19

3M ago12:19

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Security can’t operate in a silo. This episode covers how to embed information security into broader corporate governance, ensuring risk, compliance, and audit processes align with your program. Learn how to advocate for security at the board level—just as ISACA expects of successful CISM candidates. Ready to start your journey with confidence? Lea…

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Episode 58: Implementing Information Security Governance Frameworks 12:20

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Frameworks turn strategy into structure. In this episode, we explain how to implement security governance frameworks like COBIT and ISO in ways that support accountability, transparency, and control. If the exam asks you how to operationalize governance, this episode gives you the language to answer it. Ready to start your journey with confidence? …

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Episode 57: Establishing Information Security Strategy Aligned with Organizational Goals 12:06

3M ago12:06

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Security strategy must serve the business. This episode walks you through aligning your security vision, priorities, and investment with what the organization truly values—its mission, objectives, and risk tolerance. This alignment is a core competency for CISM holders and appears frequently in Domain 1 questions. Ready to start your journey with c…

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Episode 56: Identifying Internal and External Influences on Security Strategy 11:29

3M ago11:29

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Domain 1 isn’t just about governance—it’s about understanding what shapes strategy. This episode teaches you how to identify organizational drivers, market forces, regulatory shifts, and threat evolution, and how to reflect these in your security planning. These insights often form the basis of scenario questions. Ready to start your journey with c…