Secured by Design - IAM & Cybersecurity Podcast
Great security solution are designed from the ground up..
Secured by Design is a podcast where Santosh shares practical insights, frameworks, and perspectives on identity security and other aspects of cybersecurity.
Each episode breaks down complex concepts into actionable ideas for professionals protecting digital identities, designing secure systems, and leading security initiatives.
Because true security is built and not bolted on...
Episodes
15 episodes
Mastering AI Security: Top 10 Risks and Mitigations for LLMs
SummaryThis episode explores the top 10 security risks associated with deploying large language models (LLMs) and AI systems. It provides practical insights and mitigation strategies to help organizations secure their AI implementations eff...
Securing Autonomous AI: The OWASP Top 10 Risks Explored
SummaryThis episode explores the security risks associated with AI agents, focusing on the OWASP top 10 vulnerabilities and practical mitigation strategies. Learn how autonomous systems can be secured to prevent catastrophic failures an...
How Vercel's Supply Chain Attack Unfolded
SummaryThis episode dissects the recent Vercel breach, a supply chain attack involving third-party AI tools, OAuth vulnerabilities, and insider risks. It highlights practical steps organizations can take to enhance cybersecurity ...
The Mythos Inflection: AI and the Future of Cyber Defense
SummaryThis episode explores the groundbreaking capabilities of Anthropic's Mythos AI model, its implications for cybersecurity, and how defenders can adapt to this new threat landscape. We discuss the model's ability to autonomou...
Why Identity Is The Hidden Keystone in Effective GRC Programs
SummaryThis episode explores the critical relationship between identity and access management (IDAM) and holistic Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) programs. Hosted by Santosh, it delves into how integrated identity management enha...
How SCA, SAST, and DAST Protect Modern Apps (Application Security)
SummaryThis episode explores the core tools in application security - SCA, SAST, and DAST and how they form a comprehensive, shift-left security strategy to protect modern applications from vulnerabilities throughout the development lif...
How LiteLLM Became a Weapon in a Supply Chain Attack
SummaryThis episode explores the recent security breach involving Lite LLM, a popular open-source Python library, and discusses the implications for cybersecurity in AI development. Learn how a trusted tool was exploited, the attack's m...
How ITDR Can Prevent the Next Major Data Breach
SummaryThis episode explores the critical importance of Identity Threat Detection and Response (ITDR) in modern cybersecurity. Hosted by Santosh, it covers how identity infrastructure is the most targeted layer in enterprises, the rise ...
How Nation-States Target Critical Infrastructure: The Stryker Case Study
SummaryThis episode explores the March 2026 cyber attack on Stryker Corporation, a leading medical technology company, highlighting the attack's mechanics, motives, and lessons for organizations worldwide. Learn how nation-state actors ...
The Day the Internet Broke: Cloudflare's Outage Explained
SummaryIn this episode of 'Secured by Design', we discuss the root cause for significant Cloudflare outage that occurred on November 18, 2025, which disrupted major internet services and highlighted the fragility of digital infrastructu...
Unlocking the Future of Customer Identity Management
SummaryIn this episode of 'Secured by Design', we delve into Customer Identity and Access Management (CIAM), exploring its significance in enhancing customer experiences while ensuring security and privacy. The discussion highlights the...
The Invisible Workforce: Understanding Non-Human Identities
SummaryIn this episode of Secured by Design, we discuss the growing prevalence of non-human identities (NHIs) in organisations, which outnumber human identities significantly. We highlight the security risks associated with NHIs, includ...
From Passwords to Passkeys: The Future of Authentication
SummaryIn this episode of 'Secured by Design', we discusses the critical shift from traditional passwords to passkeys in the realm of cybersecurity. We also highlight the alarming statistics surrounding password breaches and the v...
Modern Identity Governance and Administration
Summary In this episode of Secured by Design, we delve into the complexities of modern identity governance and administration (IGA). We discuss the challenges organizations face in managing access for a multitude of identitie...
What Does "Secured by Design" Really Mean?
SummaryIn this (First) episode of Secured by Design, we explore the critical role of identity in cybersecurity. We emphasise that identity should be the foundation of security, rather than an afterthought. Through real-world examples, w...