Gain powerful insights on diversity, leadership, and cybersecurity with this new episode of Cybersecurity shall be C-level priority!

In this edition, host Nico Freitag welcomes Julia Hermann, CISO at infodas, for a deep-dive conversation about female empowerment in cybersecurity. Julia shares her journey from being the only woman in technical teams to becoming a leader and advocate for change in the industry.

You’ll hear about the real challenges women face, how mentoring and networks can shift the dynamic, and why empathy and diversity are core strengths—not soft skills—in high-pressure cyber environments.

Topics covered:

🔹 What female empowerment really means in a technical field like cybersecurity

🔹 How networks like She@ISACA are creating safe spaces, mentorships, and lasting change

🔹 Why women often downplay their skills—and how we can shift that mindset

🔹 The impact of diverse, international teams on innovation and problem-solving

🔹 How organizations can move from performative action to real inclusion

🔹 Julia’s experience with gender pay gaps, stereotypes, and breaking the glass ceiling

Julia also reflects on her broader journey—from early days at Deutsche Telekom to building internal support structures in global companies. She emphasizes how real empowerment goes beyond gender—it’s about creating space for anyone who needs a role model or a voice.

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Expand your digital security knowledge with Cybersecurity shall be C-level priority!

In this episode of Cybersecurity ist Chefsache, host Nico Freitag welcomes Malte Vollandt for a candid discussion on what true appreciation in cybersecurity really means—and why it matters more than ever.

🚨 What You’ll Learn:

• CISO Evolution: From IT-focused technician to cross-functional leader. Learn how the role has matured and expanded into the boardroom.
• More Responsibility, Less Power? Why many CISOs are held accountable without having the authority to act—and what must change.
• The Burnout Factor: How long hours, constant pressure, and lack of clarity contribute to CISO mental strain and turnover.
• Real Recognition vs Lip Service: Why CISOs don’t need applause—they need support, budget, and team resources.
• The 2-Year Problem: Why so many CISOs quit within two years—and how to create roles people want to stay in.
• It’s About Communication: From finance to operations—why CISOs must build bridges instead of just saying “no.”
• Rethinking Security Leadership: The difference between being the blocker and being the enabler—through business alignment and dialogue.

This episode is a powerful reminder that cybersecurity leadership isn't just about defense—it's about connection, clarity, and culture.

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Expand your digital security knowledge with Cybersecurity shall be C-level priority!

In this episode, Nico Freitag speaks with Caroline Krohn, Head of Digital Consumer Protection at the Federal Office for Information Security (BSI).

The spotlight is on BSI’s Email Security Year 2025, a bold initiative aimed at making email communication more secure across Germany. With email remaining a primary entry point for phishing, ransomware, and identity theft, the BSI is working with providers, companies, and civil society to strengthen infrastructure and public awareness.

📌 Episode highlights:

• Why email remains the biggest threat vector – and what needs to change
• How the BSI is building a Hall of Fame of providers who actively secure their services
• Why classic awareness campaigns are no longer enough
• Caroline’s mission to reach all user groups – from students to seniors
• The link between digital safety, trust, and democratic responsibility
• How risk competence and media literacy are essential for a resilient digital society

This episode offers a behind-the-scenes look into BSI’s strategic approach to cybersecurity – and how Caroline Krohn’s team is redefining what consumer protection means in the digital age.

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Level up your understanding of Europe’s digital challenges in this episode of “Cybersecurity shall be C-level priority!”.

Host Nico Freitag welcomes David Fuhr, Co-founder & CTO at intcube GmbH, for a bold and wide-ranging conversation on cybersecurity, scale, and sovereignty in Europe.

The discussion kicks off with the U.S. Treasury’s announcement to defund the CVE database – a seemingly niche move with wide-reaching impact. For David, this underscores the deep dependency European IT has on U.S. infrastructure and highlights why a scalable, autonomous security strategy is more critical than ever.

Topics explored include:

• Why security remains unmanageable for many mid-sized companies
• The illusion of control through certifications and paperwork
• How consultants and vendors sometimes solve the wrong problems
• The importance of building resilient, maintainable IT, not just adopting hype tools
• Why EU regulation like NIS 2 and CRA can help – but only if applied wisely
• The need for collaborative ecosystems instead of unicorn obsessions

David also unpacks why he doesn’t believe Europe needs “its own CrowdStrike” – and instead argues for a network of trusted, mid-sized, interoperable providers that reflect European values and resilience.

If you care about scaling cybersecurity, reducing dependencies, and enabling meaningful digital transformation, this episode is essential.

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Enhance your understanding of digital security with Cybersecurity shall be C-level priority!

In this insightful episode, Nico Freitag is joined by Bronislava V. Panchenko, Founder of BVP Data Security, to explore a vital and often overlooked topic: The Transparent Human—and how our personal data is increasingly being used as currency in the digital age.

Together, they break down how personal data is collected, traded, and used to influence behavior, shape algorithms, and even manipulate elections.

📌 Key Discussion Points:

• What does it mean to be a “transparent human” in today’s tech landscape?
• How personalized data profiles are created—and how they affect our choices
• Why “free” platforms are rarely truly free
• Identity theft, dark web marketplaces, and real-life data misuse stories
• Scoring and discrimination: How data can reinforce digital inequality
• Privacy vs. usability: Where should we draw the line?
• Practical tips to take back control over your digital footprint

🎯 Bottom Line: You don’t need to reject technology—just use it consciously and informed.

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Enhance your understanding of digital security with Cybersecurity shall be C-level priority!

In this episode, Dr. Gökhan Bal, Team Lead Cybersecurity Consulting at AONIC, joins Nico Freitag to dive deep into three key areas of modern cybersecurity:

IT-OT convergence, cyber readiness through real-world exercises, and the challenge of making cybersecurity measurable.

Together, they explore why blindly applying IT standards to OT environments often fails – and how understanding, communication, and shared responsibility are key to building a resilient organization. Dr. Bal shares insights from his own journey between IT and OT, and why tabletop exercises are one of the most underestimated tools for building real readiness.

💡 This episode covers:

• IT-OT Convergence: Why real security starts with people, not just systems.
• Cyber Readiness Drills: How tabletop exercises reveal gaps and build trust across silos.
• CISO Reality Check: Why knowing who knows what is more important than knowing everything.
• Security Metrics: From gut feeling to real data – how to measure what truly matters.
• Practical Lessons: How even a backup key can become a single point of failure.

🎯 Key Takeaways:

1. Convergence is not about merging systems – it's about aligning people.
2. Real readiness comes from simulation, not documentation.
3. Cybersecurity must be measurable – with facts, not feelings.

Whether you're a decision-maker in IT, OT, or cybersecurity – this episode gives you valuable insights to rethink readiness and resilience in your organization.

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Sharpen your crisis response skills with “Cybersecurity shall be C-level priority!” – the podcast that puts digital threats into real-world context.

In this episode, host Nico Freitag is joined by Janka Kreißl, Partner at DUNKELBLAU, to dive into the world of cyber crisis management and effective communication under pressure. With years of hands-on experience, Janka shares what it really takes to lead an organization through a ransomware attack or digital emergency.

Key discussion points include:

🔹 Defining a “real crisis” – it’s more than just a tech issue

🔹 The difference between a crisis and an IT incident

🔹 How poor communication can escalate stakeholder frustration

🔹 Why crisis preparation doesn’t need to be 60 pages long

🔹 The underestimated power of appreciation (and food!) during high-stress moments

🔹 The controversial reality of ransomware payments – and why judgment doesn’t help

🔹 The importance of Lessons Learned – and why many skip this step too fast

Janka gives a powerful reminder: cyberattacks are not just technical events – they’re human experiences. And how you lead your people through it makes all the difference.

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Boost your industrial cybersecurity knowledge with "Cybersecurity shall be C-level priority!" – the podcast where real-world threats meet hands-on solutions.

In this episode, host Nico Freitag welcomes Sebastian Froede, Managing Director of Pentaris Security GmbH, to talk about the realities of OT security and how penetration testing in industrial environments differs drastically from IT.

Sebastian brings over 12 years of field experience in OT pentesting and shares why tools like Nmap or Nessus can be dangerous in these contexts. They also discuss why the #1 priority in OT isn’t data – it's availability.

🛠 Topics covered in this episode:

✅ Legacy systems in production: How to deal with outdated yet critical infrastructure

✅ Remote access risks: Why TeamViewer is a popular but risky tool in OT

✅ Real-world attack paths: From spoofed sensor data to manipulated HMI displays

✅ Why Blackbox pentests don't work in OT – and what to do instead

✅ Best practices: Segmentation, protocol control, and safe access strategies

✅ Empowering OT teams: Why awareness and training are essential

✅ Incident response in OT: Why recovery matters more than forensics

✅ ESP32 and Flipper Zero: What's real and what's just fearmongering?

💡 Learn how to truly protect your production – from factory floor to control room.

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