Risk Grustlers / Episode #5

De*Romanticizing the Cybersecurity Complexity

featuring Ross Haleliuk

With a personality that rivals Taylor Swift, Ross Haleliuk is the Head of Product at LimaCharlie and the esteemed author of the famous cybersecurity blog, Venture in Security. He is joining us for the fifth episode of Risk Grustlers, to break down the notion of complexity that surrounds cybersecurity. 

Tune in to listen to Ross share his anecdotes as a non-tech background professional who’s had to unlearn and see beyond the acronyms and jargon. 

“It's all about finding that balance between what products can do and where human expertise shines.”

“Upon examining the market from a foundational perspective, it becomes evident that numerous trends involve the convergence of products and services. This convergence blurs the lines between product and service providers, leading to a unified entity.”

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Ross’s journey into cybersecurity began with a unique path. He had been involved in various tech fields for over a decade, including e-commerce, retail, and financial technology. 

He joined a cybersecurity startup as a product leader despite his initial hesitation due to the complexity and jargon associated with the field.

And this episode uncovers exactly that. With a rather refreshing take on the cybersecurity landscape today, Ross is de-romanticizing the complexity, one day at a time. 

We also touched on Ross’s perspective as an angel investor and industry insider, emphasizing the importance of balance in cybersecurity startup founders. (along with some incredible advice for teams who are trying to sell to CISOs) 

So grab a snack, get cozy, and dive straight in! 

In this episode, we will tackle the 

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