Deneen DeFiore, CISO and passionate advocate for women in technology

In a captivating interview, John Bruggeman engages with Deneen DeFiore, the VP & CISO of United Airlines, delving into her extensive cybersecurity expertise and her dynamic advocacy for women in the tech realm. With a decade of experience as a CISO, Deneen's professional journey commenced at GE, where she undertook various tech roles. Notably, during her tenure as a CIO at GE, she confronted a pivotal cybersecurity incident that ignited her fascination with the intricate interplay between threat actors' motivations, risk, and their effects on business operations. This transformative experience led her to transition from CIO to CISO, leading her to become CISO at United Airlines. Beyond her cybersecurity prowess, Deneen is a fervent champion and mentor for women aspiring to excel in the tech industry. Read More: A CISO’s journey: empowering women in tech and securing the skies https://www.cbts.com/blog/a-cisos-journey-empowering-women-in-tech-and-securing-the-skies/ Watch this episode as she shares her experiences: 0:00 – Introducing Deneen DeFiore, VP & CISO of United Airlines 2:48 – Which technologies are “winning the war” in cybersecurity? 4:33 – Particular areas/tools for attack surface management 6:44 – Why companies need an inventory of assets 7:30 – Where are you on micro segmentation? 10:04 – The technology environment influences business priorities and prioritizing risk 11:59 – Privacy lawsuits, data protection, and facial recognition in the flight industry 14:04 – Difference between compliance and security 16:07 – Cybersecurity awareness & training 17:51 – From mobile device management to controls monitoring: the range of jobs and skillsets in the field 20:07 – What do you enjoy most about your work? 22:10 – The value & threats of Chat GPT/Generative AI 24:20 – Succeeding in a mostly male-dominated industry 29:17 – Advice for women getting into the technology industry