When is Q Day? Interview with Aaron Momin from Synechron

Joining us today on the bridge of the good ship SS Tomorrow is Aaron Momin, the CISO of Synechron, discussing the evolving landscape of cybersecurity. Aaron shares insights from his extensive career, the mission of Synechron, and the critical challenges organisations face in cybersecurity today, including third-party risks and ransomware. He emphasises the importance of a top-down approach to building security systems while balancing it with bottom-up strategies. The conversation also explores future trends in cybersecurity, including the role of AI and zero trust architecture.

Keywords

cybersecurity, CISO, Synechron, AI, risk management, data protection, ransomware, generative AI, zero trust, third-party risks

Takeaways

Aaron Momin has over 30 years of experience in cybersecurity.

Synechron specialises in IT consulting and innovation, particularly in AI.

The role of the CISO has evolved to include business enablement.

Third-party risks are a significant challenge for organisations.

Ransomware attacks are on the rise again, partly due to generative AI.

A top-down approach is crucial for effective cybersecurity strategy.

Organisations must balance top-down and bottom-up approaches to security.

Understanding technology architecture is essential for cybersecurity professionals.

Post-quantum computing poses new risks to data security.

AI and zero trust architecture will be key trends in the future of cybersecurity.