Talking Cyber Security
Learn from the experiences of fellow cyber security personnel
Richard Heron
Show overview
Talking Cyber Security has been publishing since 2023, and across the 3 years since has built a catalogue of 74 episodes, alongside 1 trailer or bonus episode. That works out to roughly 25 hours of audio in total. Releases follow a fortnightly cadence.
Episodes typically run ten to twenty minutes — most land between 15 min and 23 min — though episode length varies meaningfully from one episode to the next. None of the episodes are flagged explicit by the publisher. It is catalogued as a EN-AU-language Technology show.
The show is actively publishing — the most recent episode landed 2 months ago, with 3 episodes already out so far this year. The busiest year was 2023, with 30 episodes published. Published by Richard Heron.
From the publisher
Cyber Security, data breaches, Hackers, Chief Information Security Officers, Talking Cyber Security (formerly 'The Australian CISO') is a podcast for anyone interested in Cyber Security. Hear about data breaches, cyber news, how security personnel 'tick', how to answer questions at an interview, lessons learnt while doing the security role, how security people network, how they succeed etc. Use the email address [email protected] to make comments, pose questions or even ask to be on The Australian CISO podcast.The main presenter is Richard Heron. Richard is an experienced CISO and has learnt many tough lessons during the many and varied Security Management roles he has held since 2002. He also holds some security accreditations as well. Richard enjoys AFL, podcasting, e-Biking and charity work.
Latest Episodes
View all 74 episodesS1 Ep 104Episode 104: Episode 105 - Top 10 - Security knowledge alone is not enough
In this 40 minute episode, Richard provides the top 10 recommendations to help you get to the next level. You can have all the certifications in the world, but without the non-security related skills... you will find it hard to progress.
S1 Ep 103Episode 103: Episode 103 - Part 4 - Security knowledge alone is not enough.
In this episode, Richard finishes off the discussion on all the non-security related skills you will need to climb the corporate security ladder.
S1 Ep 102Episode 102: Episode 102 - Part 3 - Security knowledge alone is not enough
Richard continues his discussion about the non-security skills you require to be successful in a cyber role.
S1 Ep 101Episode 101: Episode 101 - Part 2 - Security knowledge alone is not enough
In Part 2 of this series, Richard continues with the lessons needed to get you to the next level in your security journey.
S1 Ep 100Episode 100: Episode 100 - Security knowledge alone is not enough
In this episode, Richard is of the opinion that security knowledge is just not enough to succeed in this field.
S1 Ep 99Episode 99: Episode 99 - Quick AISA Melbourne Cybercon 2025 coverage
In this episode, Richard briefly gives his thoughts about CyberCon Melbourne 2025.
S1 Ep 99Episode 99: Episode 99 - Quick AISA Melbourne Cybercon 2025 coverage
In this episode, Richard briefly gives his thoughts about CyberCon Melbourne 2025.
S1 Ep 98Episode 98: Episode 98 - CyberCon Melbourne 2025
In this episode, Richard discusses what to expect from CyberCon Melbourne 2025.
S1 Ep 97Episode 97: Episode 97 - Part 2 - Scattered Spider
In this episode, Richard completes his 2 part series on hacking group Scattered Spider.
S1 Ep 96Episode 96: Episode 96 - Scattered Spider - Part 1 of 2
In this episode, Richard commences his look into infamous hacking group Scattered Spider.
S1 Ep 95Episode 95: Episode 95 - Security Awareness - What works?
In this episode, Richard has a deep dive into Security Awareness. What works? What doesn't?
S1 Ep 94Episode 94: Episode 94 - DLP Revisited Part 2
In Episode 94, Richard concludes his in depth discussion about Data Loss Protection...or was that Data Loss Prevention. DLP by any other name.
S1 Ep 93Episode 93: Episode 93 - Data Loss Protection - revisited
Richard revisits the very important Cyber field of Data Loss Protection.
S1 Ep 92Episode 92: Episode 92 - Day 2 - Gartner Risk and Security Conference (Sydney)
Richard completes his summary of the March 2025 Gartner Risk and Security Conference held in Sydney Australia.
S1 Ep 91Episode 91: Episode 91 - Day 1 of Gartner's Risk and Security Conference (Sydney)
Richard describes Day 1 of Gartner's Sydney and Risk Conference held recently in Sydney.
S1 Ep 90Episode 90: Episode 90 - Introduction to Crisis and Incident Management
In this episode, Richard introduces basic concepts of Crisis and Incident Management. This is the first of a few episodes where Crisis and Incident Management will be discussed.
S1 Ep 89Episode 89: Episode 89 - Lessons I have learnt along the way
In this episode, Richard discusses 10 lessons and approaches that will help you survive in cyber security.
S1 Ep 88Episode 88: Episode 88 - 2024 Talking Cyber Security Recap
In this episode, Richard covers the top 25 lessons derived from the 2024 Talking Cyber Security podcast.
S1 Ep 87Episode 87: Episode 87 - Leaning Forward - From 2024's stories to 2025's goals
In this episode, Richard does a bit of a reflection of 2024, and prompts your thinking for the upcoming year.
S1 Ep 86Episode 86: Episode 86 - A bit of everything!
In this episode, Richard covers various topics including CyberCon Melbourne 2024, 2 new starters in the Cyber industry, some cyber personalities and plans for 2025. Please excuse the sound quality - it's good but not as good as it usually is. Thanks for listening!