Root To CISO
Do you aspire to become a Chief Information Security Officer?
The Root to CISO podcast provides firsthand career stories from experienced CISOs on their journey to success in the cybersecurity industry. Offering valuable guidance for aspiring professionals in the field through personal experiences and practical advice.
Root To CISO
The New Reality of Cybersecurity Hiring | With Alexis Gerst | Root To CISO Podcast
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In this Byte-Size episode of The Root to CISO Podcast, Kris Rides is joined by Alexis Gerst of Defense Unicorns to explore how cybersecurity hiring has fundamentally changed. From AI-driven application floods to identity misrepresentation and insider risk, the conversation highlights why recruiting can no longer be treated as just an HR function. Alexis shares practical insights on red flags, identity verification, recruiter awareness, and why trust, referrals, and cross-team alignment are becoming critical controls in modern cyber hiring.
