S02E01 - Strategic Security: How to get the Most Value from Your Cyber Investment w/Nikki Peever
Man In The Middle Podcast | Cyber Security Stories
Release Date: 02/12/2025
S02E05 - From IT to Strategy: Sash Vasilevski on Reframing Cybersecurity as a Business Enabler
Man In The Middle Podcast | Cyber Security Stories
👉 Welcome to the latest episode of the Man in the Middle Podcast, where we dive deep into the world of cybersecurity and technology. This episode, we interview Sash Vasilevski, Founder and Principal of Security Centric. With over 20 years of experience in technology and cybersecurity, Sash has built a reputation for helping organisations align their cybersecurity strategies with business objectives. As the founder of Security Centric, Sash’s work ensures that cybersecurity is seen not as a hindrance, but as an enabler for growth and success. In this episode, we...
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S02E04 - Inside the Mind of a Top Bug Hunter: Shahmeer Amir on Security & Innovation
Man In The Middle Podcast | Cyber Security Stories
👉 Welcome to the latest episode of the Man in the Middle Podcast, where we uncover stories from the world of cybersecurity. This episode, we interview Shahmeer Amir, Founder and CEO of SpeeQR and Ethical Hacker. Shahmeer Amir is a globally recognized entrepreneur, ethical hacker, and public speaker. Named Entrepreneur of the Year 2024, he ranks among the world’s top three bug bounty hunters and has helped secure Fortune 400 companies, including Facebook, Microsoft, and Twitter. As the founder of multiple cybersecurity startups—SpeeQR, Veiliux, Authiun, and Dark—Shahmeer...
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S02E03 - Inside the Dark World of Doxing: Cybercrime Meets Real-World Threats w/Jacob Larsen
Man In The Middle Podcast | Cyber Security Stories
👉 Welcome to the latest episode of the Man in the Middle Podcast, diving into stories from the world of Cyber Security. This episode, we interview Jacob Larsen, Threat Researcher and Offensive Security Lead at CyberCX. With six years of hands-on experience in cybersecurity, Jacob specializes in penetration testing, adversary tradecraft, and underground cybercriminal markets. His research into doxing, cyber extortion, and the rise of "violence-as-a-service" has been featured at Black Hat USA 2024 and in major publications like WIRED and The Register. In this episode, we explore...
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S02E02 - Cyber War & Disinformation: The New Frontlines of National Security w/Meg Tapia
Man In The Middle Podcast | Cyber Security Stories
👉 Welcome to the latest episode of the Man in the Middle Podcast, diving into stories from the world of Cyber Security. This episode, we interview Meg Tapia, Managing Director of Novexus, a national security expert with over 20 years of experience in intelligence, diplomacy, and tackling disinformation. Meg has served as a diplomat, earned national and international medals including from NATO, and is a leader in addressing Australia’s evolving security challenges. In this episode, we explore the rise of disinformation and its impact on national security, the role of...
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S02E01 - Strategic Security: How to get the Most Value from Your Cyber Investment w/Nikki Peever
Man In The Middle Podcast | Cyber Security Stories
👉 Welcome to Season 2 of the podcast Man in the Middle Podcast, diving into stories from the world of Cyber Security. In our first episode of the year we interview Nikki Peever, Director of Cybersecurity at The Council of Australasian University of Information Technology (CAUDIT). Nikki ensures that institutions receive the support, resources, and guidance needed to stay secure and resilient in a dynamic digital landscape. With a passion for cybersecurity, leadership, client engagement, and effective communication, she brings a wealth of knowledge on how to navigate the...
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S01E13 - Cyber Herd Immunity: Collective Defence in the Digital Age w/Yuval Hertzog & Michael Loewy
Man In The Middle Podcast | Cyber Security Stories
👉Welcome to the latest episode of the Man in the Middle Podcast, diving into stories from the world of Cyber Security. This episode, we interview Yuval Hertzog and Michael Loewy, two leading figures in the cybersecurity and technology space. Yuval has over 30 years’ experience in ICT developing and commercializing new transformative technologies. He was a Captain and Head of R&D in Israel’s Cyber Intelligence core, and was subsequently part of the team the invented and commercialized VoIP at VocalTec. He’s opened telecommunications markets to secondary carriers...
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S01E12 - Cyber Skills for All w/ Caitriona Forde
Man In The Middle Podcast | Cyber Security Stories
👉Welcome to the latest episode of the Man in the Middle Podcast, diving into stories from the world of Cyber Security. This episode we interview Caitriona Forde, Managing Director & Principal Consultant for caIT. Caitriona is a seasoned IT and cybersecurity professional with over 20 years of experience. As the founder of caIT, she specialises in designing people-focused cybersecurity training programs to help organisations build strong cyber safety cultures. With a Master’s in Cyber Security and multiple accolades, Caitriona is passionate about making cybersecurity...
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S01E11 - Eclipse XDR, Threat Intelligence, and Cyber Defence w/ Loris Minassian
Man In The Middle Podcast | Cyber Security Stories
👉 Welcome to another episode of the 'Man in the Middle Podcast,' diving into stories from the world of Cyber Security. This episode, we’re joined by Loris Minassian, Founder and CEO of CyberStash, a cybersecurity firm renowned for its advanced threat protection through the Eclipse.XDR Cyber Defence Platform. With over 25 years of experience, Loris has built a reputation as a trusted partner for both government and private sectors, delivering innovative MDR, EDR, and threat intelligence services. In this episode, we dive deep into the capabilities of the Eclipse.XDR platform,...
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S01E10 - From Vulnerable to Vigilant: Building a Cyber Champion in Non-profits w/Adrian Bole, Rodney Anderson and Denny Wan
Man In The Middle Podcast | Cyber Security Stories
👉 Welcome to another episode of the 'Man in the Middle Podcast,' diving into stories from the world of Cyber Security. In this episode, we’re joined by three incredible guests to discuss Building a Cyber Champion in a Non-profit, based on their upcoming talk at CyberCon. Meet our Guests: Rodney Anderson: With over two decades of experience in information security, Rodney is currently the Head of Information Security & Compliance at Barnardos Australia. He is committed to crafting risk-appropriate security strategies tailored to the non-profit sector. Denny Wan: Chair of the...
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S01E09 - The Future of Cybersecurity: What’s Next? w/ Ian Yip
Man In The Middle Podcast | Cyber Security Stories
👉 Welcome to another episode of the Man in the Middle Podcast, diving into stories from the world of Cyber Security. In this episode, we welcome Ian Yip, Founder and CEO of Avertro, a cybersecurity software company that’s shaping the future of cyber protection. With over 20 years of experience at industry giants like McAfee, Ernst & Young, and IBM, Ian shares insights on the evolving landscape of cybersecurity and the persistent challenges that remain, even as technology advances. Ian offers his reflections on the past and present of cybersecurity, along with bold...
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