The role of a Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) has never been more critical. We are in 2025, and today, CISOs stand at the frontline of defense, directing everything from ransomware attacks and regulatory demands to boardroom expectations and global security challenges. The Cyber Express, in collaboration with Suraksha Catalyst, has released Episode 8 of the Black Hat USA 2025 CISO Podcast Series, bringing fresh insights into what it really means to live the life of a CISO in 2025.
This CISO Podcast Series episode is hosted by Paul Shread, International Editor of The Cyber Express, and features two prominent leaders in cybersecurity:
- Beenu Arora, Co-Founder & CEO, Cyble
- Joshy Alappat, Chief Information Security Officer, Oncourse Home Solutions
Together, they open up about the realities, responsibilities, and resilience required to thrive in one of the most demanding roles in modern business.
Life of a CISO: Beyond the Job Title
The ‘life of a CISO’s’ often seen only through headlines of breaches or compliance requirements, but this podcast digs deeper. Beenu Arora and Joshy Alappat share experiences that reflect the daily balancing act CISOs perform, protecting critical data, enabling business growth, and staying one step ahead of increasingly sophisticated attackers.
What stands out in this Black Hat USA 2025 CISO Podcast Series episode is the human side of leadership.
A CISO’s job is not just about deploying tools or writing policies. It’s about managing people, building trust with executives, and making quick decisions in moments of crisis. Both guests of episode 8 shed light on how personal resilience, adaptability, and clear communication define success in their roles.
CISO Podcast Series Episode 8: A Must-Watch for Cybersecurity Leaders
If you want to understand the pressures, challenges, and rewards of being a CISO today, Episode 8 is essential viewing. The candid conversation between Beenu Arora, Joshy Alappat, and host Paul Shread goes beyond theory, it captures the real stories and strategies that make up the life of a modern security leader.
As businesses, governments, and individuals face an increasingly hostile cyber environment, insights like these are more than conversations; they are roadmaps for resilience.
🎥 Watch Episode 8 now on YouTube and step into the shoes of today’s CISOs.
The Black Hat USA 2025 CISO Podcast Series
The Cyber Express and Suraksha Catalyst have been curating this podcast series throughout Black Hat USA 2025, featuring some of the most respected names in the industry. Each episode offers unique perspectives on challenges and solutions that define the future of cybersecurity.
📺 Catch up on earlier Black Hat USA 2025 CISO Podcast Series episodes:
- Episode 1 – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nJKjC_OnAnc
- Episode 2 – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=scMW0XkBWnI
- Episode 3 – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tZD9dNVnTQQ
- Episode 4 – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hf8LgxTuxJw
- Episode 5 – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0A8lDPAwNf8
- Episode 6 – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wx9bDDWMq2o
- Episode 7 – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y1GBcxNB7fY
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