Veeam Community Podcast

In this episode of "The Sound of Tech to Come," hosted by Anthony Spiteri, Ray Heffer, Field CISO for the Americas at Veeam Software, discusses his journey in the cybersecurity field, from tackling early cyber threats as an IT manager to his strategic position at Veeam. With a career spanning over twenty years, Ray touches on key aspects of cybersecurity, including the need for education, integrating data protection with incident response, and navigating governance, risk management, and compliance. The conversation also covers the Field CISO role's intricacies, how data protection and cybersecurity intersect, and the challenges and opportunities presented by emerging technologies such as AI and deepfakes. Heffer's experience sheds light on the evolving nature of cybersecurity strategies and how Veeam is addressing these challenges to protect digital environments effectively. Summary Ray Heffer shares his cybersecurity journey and insights as Veeam's Field CISO. Discusses the transition from traditional