Securing the Future: Strategies to Master Cloud Security
Featuring
Derek Kalles
In this kickoff episode of SecuriTea Time, Derek Kalles and Glen Willis of Kalles Group join us to unpack what it really takes to build secure, resilient cloud environments. From strategy to execution, they share hard-earned lessons every security and tech leader should hear.


Securing the Future: Strategies to Master Cloud Security
Securing the Future: Strategies to Master Cloud Security
In this kickoff episode of SecuriTea Time, Derek Kalles and Glen Willis of Kalles Group join us to unpack what it really takes to build secure, resilient cloud environments. From strategy to execution, they share hard-earned lessons every security and tech leader should hear.


Description
In this episode of SecuriTea Time, cybersecurity professionals and tech enthusiasts are treated to valuable insights on mastering cloud security strategies. Special guests Derek Kalles and Glen Willis from the renowned cybersecurity consulting firm, Kalles Group, shed light on the challenges of cloud security and the importance of zero trust.
The discussion covers practical strategies for mitigating security breaches and unauthorized access, emphasizing the need to prioritize incident response and disaster recovery planning in the cloud.
The importance of pragmatism in cloud security is highlighted through real-world experiences, stressing the significance of testing for zero-day exploits and aligning security considerations with project timelines.
The episode stresses the importance of focusing on the basics and understanding the direct impact of security on customers to improve overall security posture.
The role of automation in cloud security and the value of investing in automated security processes are also discussed in this exciting conversation.
Whether you want to enhance your organization’s cloud security or expand your infosec knowledge, you don’t want to miss this one! Tune in to gain essential insights from our expert guests.
Highlights from the episode
- Learning how to detect and mitigate security breaches in the cloud
- Understanding the importance of zero trust in cloud security
- Exploring incident response and disaster recovery in the cloud
"As a security service provider, customers often focus on what's new, exciting, and flashy in terms of productivity and vulnerability. However, it's important to recognize that many failures occur due to neglecting the basics. Anchoring leadership to prioritize the fundamentals is essential for improving security posture and creating a strong operational foundation."