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Dec. 26, 2024

Episode #112. The Riskiest Move: Betting It All On A Vision, with Chris Bowen, CISO of ClearDATA

Episode #112. The Riskiest Move: Betting It All On A Vision, with Chris Bowen, CISO of ClearDATA

The ransomware crisis demands a fundamental shift in the cybersecurity approach, not just basic training. 

In this episode, Chris Bowen, CISO of ClearDATA, discusses the crucial need to address this escalating threat and the ongoing challenges in healthcare cybersecurity. Chris highlights the talent shortage in the field, the difficulty of modernizing legacy systems, and the potential of a collaborative network approach to threat response. He also advises new graduates, challenging the traditional four-year degree path and advocating for early, practical experience. 

Tune in and learn valuable insights into healthcare cybersecurity, entrepreneurship, and the importance of staying vigilant in a world of ever-evolving risks!

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About Chris Bowen:

As ClearDATA's founder and Chief Information Security Officer, Chris Bowen spearheads its privacy, security, and compliance initiatives. He consults with clients worldwide, including healthcare providers, payers, life sciences organizations, and tech innovators, on minimizing security and privacy threats. A recognized health data privacy and cloud security expert, holding multiple certifications (CIPP/US, CIPT, CISSP, CCSP), Chris frequently speaks at industry events on topics such as HIPAA and GDPR compliance, cybercrime, and data breach preparedness.

 

Things You’ll Learn:

  • The healthcare industry faces a significant cybersecurity skills shortage. Attracting and training new talent is crucial to mitigating this vulnerability.
  • Focus on revenue growth, customer churn, and customer satisfaction is critical for business success. These key metrics drive sustainability and long-term viability.
  • Artificial intelligence is revolutionizing cybersecurity, both for attackers and defenders.  Leveraging AI effectively can significantly improve threat detection and response.
  • Even with limited resources, starting a company can be the most rewarding risk of all.
  • Traditional education may not adequately prepare students for the fast-paced world of cybersecurity.

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