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In this insightful discussion, Matt Ireland introduces himself as the Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) for NTT Research, highlighting his extensive experience in various security roles within NTT. He discusses his transition from external consulting to internal security roles, emphasizing his current focus on the security organization of NTT Research. Additionally, the conversation shifts towards the importance of leadership and team-building books, particularly in the context of inheriting established teams.

 

 

 

 

Here is the verbatim discussion:

Will take it from there okay so my name is matt ireland i am the ciso for ntt research uh ntt research is a research and development arm of nippong telephone and telegraph uh actually nippong telegraph and telephone out of japan i've been with ntt for several years in different roles working backwards i was a consultant providing virtual cso consulting services to external clients now i'm focused internal to the security organization of ntt research as well the uh i was the cso for ntt security uh providing uh security resources internally to ntt security and uh before that many other security assignments with operations and it problem management and i t infrastructure long time before that  right so that that's a very important part and also i have um i know you are a avid reader of books and uh i have seen some interesting books on this topic so let me ask you this question are there some books etc which you typically pick up any any interesting favorite books on this topic or even otherwise so so not not so much like how to look at the culture but um from a leadership perspective um actually on on my desk is uh clifton strengths uh strength finders building your teams and as a leader especially coming in as a new leader assuming that there's there's an established team um i'll talk a little bit later about um comes across in a specific manner their financial safety whatever it is  security if we look at it from the perspective of that here we are to safeguard the business we are here to safeguard the interest of each of you i think  and i was talking about like aligning our language with the business try to understand our language and trying to explain what dlp is about i think is much better we try to understand their language and that will help us to communicate a lot lot better so so great points uh matt which you organization who has nailed this this such a hard problem right i mean there are of course many asset discovery tools which does things from outside in but that's only one part of the view if you think about it in a holistic manner it's a very very big challenge right um and knowing who all got access so data inventory access like who got access to which systems this is another big challenge which um we i typically see organizations struggle with uh there are a lot of privileged users and nobody knows those guys i  mean or they're not at the top of the mind and ciso is not aware of it so just having that what you mentioned from the department.

 

 

 

Highlights :

Professional Background and Role: Matt shares his journey within NTT, from consulting to his current role as CISO for NTT Research. His experience spans various security assignments, including providing internal security resources for NTT Security and tackling operational and IT infrastructure challenges.

Leadership and Team-Building Insights: The conversation explores Matt's favorite books on leadership and team-building, highlighting the importance of leveraging individual strengths and building cohesive teams. He mentions "Clifton Strengths Finder" as a valuable resource for new leaders inheriting established teams, emphasizing the significance of understanding team dynamics and maximizing strengths.

Aligning Security Language with Business Priorities: Matt emphasizes the importance of aligning security language with business priorities, shifting the focus from traditional security perspectives to safeguarding business interests. By understanding and communicating in terms relevant to the business, cybersecurity professionals can enhance communication and demonstrate the value of security initiatives.

Challenges in Asset Discovery and Access Management: The discussion concludes with insights into the challenges organizations face in holistically discovering assets and managing access to systems. Matt highlights the complexities of asset discovery and access management, emphasizing the need for comprehensive solutions to address these challenges effectively.

 

 As the discussion draws to a close, it leaves readers with valuable insights into the multifaceted role of a cybersecurity leader and the importance of effective communication, leadership, and addressing complex challenges. Matt's experience and perspectives provide valuable guidance for cybersecurity professionals navigating the dynamic landscape of cybersecurity leadership. Overall, this conversation serves as a valuable resource for cybersecurity professionals seeking to enhance their leadership skills and drive meaningful impact within their organizations.

 
 
 
Speakers:
 

Bikash Barai is credited for several innovations in the domain of Network Security and Anti-Spam Technologies and has multiple patents in USPTO. Fortune recognized Bikash among India’s Top 40 Business Leaders under the age of 40 (Fortune 40-under-40).Bikash is also an active speaker and has spoken at various forums like TiE, RSA Conference USA, TEDx etc.

Earlier he founded iViZ an IDG Ventures-backed company that was later acquired by Cigital and now Synopsys. iViZ was the first company in the world to take Ethical Hacking (or Penetration Testing) to the cloud.

 

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Matthew Ireland serves as the Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) at NTT Research, where he leads cybersecurity initiatives to safeguard the organization's digital assets and infrastructure. With a wealth of experience in cybersecurity, Matthew brings expertise in aligning security practices with business objectives and fostering collaboration across diverse teams. As CISO, he is dedicated to implementing robust security measures and staying ahead of emerging cyber threats to protect NTT Research and its stakeholders. serves as the Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) at NTT Research, where he leads cybersecurity initiatives to safeguard the organization's digital assets and infrastructure.

With a wealth of experience in cybersecurity, Matthew brings expertise in aligning security practices with business objectives and fostering collaboration across diverse teams. As CISO, he is dedicated to implementing robust security measures and staying ahead of emerging cyber threats to protect NTT Research and its stakeholders.

https://www.linkedin.com/in/mdireland/

 

 

 
 

 

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