From Military to Cybersecurity: Mike Crandall's Journey

In this episode of the Future-Proofed Podcast, Mike Crandall shares his journey from military service to founding Digital Beachhead, a company focused on cybersecurity solutions for small to medium-sized businesses. He discusses the importance of adapting to regulatory changes in the cybersecurity landscape and the role of AI in enhancing security measures. The conversation emphasizes the need for a strategic approach to AI implementation, balancing innovation with governance, and understanding the potential risks and rewards of new technologies. Crandall advocates for the fractional CISO model as a way for companies to access cybersecurity expertise without the costs of a full-time hire, highlighting the future of cybersecurity as being heavily intertwined with AI and data analytics.

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