SD-WAN, MPLS, and SASE: The Future of Networking and Security
Release Date: 12/13/2024
Jaye Tillson: The Evolution of Zero Trust | SASE, SSE & Universal ZTNA
The Cyber Insights Podcast
SASE and SSE are everywhere. But for many organisations, they’re still poorly understood, badly explained, or introduced far too late in the conversation. In this episode of The Cyber Insights Podcast (powered by Edge7 Networks), hosts Ronan Murray and Ian Finlayson are joined by Jaye Tillson, Security CTO and Distinguished Technologist at HPE, to bring clarity to SASE, SSE, and the evolution of Zero Trust. Drawing on decades of experience across both customer and vendor environments, Jaye explains why these architectures emerged, how they’ve evolved since the early days of SD-WAN, and why...
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Andre Lynch: AI in Cybersecurity - Separating Hype from Reality
The Cyber Insights Podcast
Are AI-powered cyberattacks really the existential threat vendors claim? Or are we being sold fear to fuel product sales? In this episode of The Cyber Insights Podcast (powered by Edge7 Networks), hosts Ronan Murray and Ian Finlayson are joined by Andre Lynch, Senior Sales Engineer at ConnectWise, to cut through the AI marketing noise and reveal what's actually happening in the cybersecurity landscape. Together, they explore how threat actors are really using AI today, where defensive AI genuinely adds value, and why that viral MIT study claiming 80% of ransomware uses AI was completely...
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Detective Chief Superintendent Barry Walsh: Inside Ireland's Fight Against Cybercrime
The Cyber Insights Podcast
When ransomware hits, you have hours- not days- to respond. But should you prioritise survival or evidence preservation? And why are small businesses now the primary targets? In this episode of The Cyber Insights Podcast (powered by Edge7 Networks), hosts Ronan Murray and Ian Finlayson sit down with Detective Chief Superintendent Barry Walsh, head of Ireland's Garda National Cybercrime Bureau, for a rare inside look at cybercrime from law enforcement's perspective. From the Bureau's origins in 1991 with a single computer enthusiast to today's sophisticated unit handling intelligence,...
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Paul Guckian: Why CISOs Can't Fix Cybersecurity (And What Actually Works)
The Cyber Insights Podcast
"Just defend better and you won't need resilience." It's the logic trap that's burning out CISOs worldwide - but what if the entire premise is wrong? In this episode of The Cyber Insights Podcast (powered by Edge7 Networks), hosts Ronan Murray and Ian Finlayson sit down with Dr. Paul Guckian, author of "Systematic Cyber Risk: Why CISOs Can't Fix Cybersecurity," to explore why treating cyber as an organisational problem still isn't enough. Drawing from research across financial services, fire safety evolution, and military cyber command, Paul reveals why cybersecurity requires systemic...
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Sean O'Neill, Brigantia: Why Your Password Manager Isn't Enough for Enterprise Security
The Cyber Insights Podcast
Most businesses think a password manager solves their identity problem. The truth? It’s only the beginning. In this episode of The Cyber Insights Podcast (powered by Edge7 Networks), hosts Ronan Murray and Ian Finlayson sit down with Sean O'Neill, Category Manager at Brigantia, to uncover why relying on basic password tools leaves organisations dangerously exposed. Together, they explore the crucial difference between consumer-grade storage and enterprise-ready identity solutions. Expect insights on where password managers fall short, how IAM and PAM provide real control,...
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Dr. Louise O'Hagan: Why Humans Are Your Biggest Hope (Not Threat) in Cybersecurity
The Cyber Insights Podcast
"Humans are the weakest link." It's cybersecurity's most repeated phrase - but what if treating people as threats is actually making us less secure? In this episode of The Cyber Insights Podcast (powered by Edge7 Networks), hosts Ronan Murray and Ian Finlayson are joined by Dr. Louise O'Hagan, Cybersecurity Governance Programme Manager and cyber psychology expert, to challenge everything we think we know about the human side of security. Together, they explore why traditional security awareness fails, what the "privacy paradox" reveals about human behaviour, and how to build genuine cyber...
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Leigh Cockell, ConnectWise: Demystifying SIEM, XDR & SOAR for Real-World Security
The Cyber Insights Podcast
SIEM. XDR. SOAR. Three acronyms that dominate cybersecurity conversations but what do they really mean for your business in 2025? In this episode of The Cyber Insights Podcast (powered by Edge7 Networks), hosts Ronan Murray, Rory Higgins, and Ian Finlayson are joined by Leigh Cockell, Principal Sales Engineer at ConnectWise, to cut through the noise. Together, they break down the differences, overlaps, and practical use cases of SIEM, XDR, and SOAR and explain how they fit into a modern security stack. 💡 You’ll learn: Why SIEM is still the “alarm system” every business needs...
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Network Managed Services: What They Are & Why More Businesses Are Switching
The Cyber Insights Podcast
In this episode of the Cyber Insights Podcast (powered by Edge7 Networks), hosts Ronan Murray, Rory Higgins, and Ian Finlayson shine a light on one of the unsung heroes of modern IT - Network Managed Services. It’s not flashy. It’s not trending. But it is the foundation that keeps your business running. The team reflects on why more organisations - from lean IT teams to multinationals - are turning to managed network services to boost performance, reduce downtime, and free up internal resources. They also unpack how Edge7 Networks’ approach blends proactive monitoring, automation,...
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Alex Hobson, HPE Aruba Networking: The Real-World Impact of SSE and Zero Trust
The Cyber Insights Podcast
Is your VPN still fit for purpose in 2025? Probably not. In this episode of The Cyber Insights Podcast (powered by Edge7 Networks), hosts Ronan Murray, Rory Higgins, and Ian Finlayson are joined by Alex Hobson from HPE Aruba Networking to unpack the reality behind the buzzwords. Together, they explore Secure Service Edge (SSE), VPN replacement, and Zero Trust adoption - what’s working, what’s not, and what organisations are actually doing today. 💡 You’ll learn: What SSE really means beyond Gartner hype Why Zero Trust is a mindset - not a product How VPN replacements are opening...
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Ben Abbott, Check Point: Key Trends in Email Security for 2025
The Cyber Insights Podcast
Email is still the #1 attack vector in cybersecurity - and it’s getting smarter. In this episode of the Cyber Insights Podcast (Powered by Edge7 Networks), hosts Ian Finlayson and Rory Higgins welcome their first-ever guest: Ben Abbott, Email Security Specialist for Checkpoint EMEA. Together, they break down the growing complexity of email threats and explore how AI is transforming both sides of the battlefield. Tune in for expert insights on: · Why email remains the weak link in most security stacks · The rise of...
info_outlineWhat’s driving the shift from traditional networking to SD-WAN? How is SASE transforming cloud and network security?
In the premiere episode of the Cyber Insights Podcast (Powered by Edge7 Networks), co-hosts Rory Higgins, Ian Finlayson, and Ronan Murray dive into the story behind the company, the evolution of modern networking technologies, and how businesses can future-proof their infrastructure.
This episode explores:
· The challenges of legacy MPLS systems and how SD-WAN optimises application traffic.
· The role of SASE in enabling secure, scalable, and cloud-ready solutions.
· Real-world examples of agility and innovation through intelligent network design.
· Insights into the future of networking and security for hybrid work environments.
Join the Edge7 Networks team as they share valuable expertise and kickstart the conversation on emerging trends in cybersecurity, cloud, and networking.
Connect with the hosts:
Rory Higgins: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rory-higgins-68622b/
Ian Finlayson: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ian-finlayson-33bb2a8/
Ronan Murray: www.linkedin.com/in/ronanpmurray