Why a virtual CISO?

Effective security leadership demands more than just technical knowledge. You need seasoned executives who have built robust security programs from the ground up, can navigate today's complex threat landscape with expertise, and have weathered real-world data breaches. Our team brings this critical experience from prestigious enterprises in Silicon Valley and beyond, offering you battle-tested security leadership without the overhead of a full-time executive. With our virtual CISO service, you gain access to a wealth of experience that can fortify your organization's security posture and guide you through the ever-evolving digital threat landscape.

Episodes

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February 17, 2026

Episode 54: Building AI Security Infrastructure: From Cisco Engineer to Startup Founder with Jaz Lin

Den Jones talks with Skyrelis CEO Jaz Lin about her shift from security engineer to AI entrepreneur, focusing on AI agent security and the mindset needed to lead an AI startup.

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February 2, 2026

Episode 53: Breaking the Trust Barrier: How 909Select is Revolutionizing Cybersecurity Freelancing

Den Jones and cybersecurity recruiting expert Launa Rich dive deep into the broken hiring landscape plaguing the cybersecurity industry.

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January 11, 2026

Episode 52: From VC Myths to Founder Realities: Investment Banking Insights with Shawn Flynn

Join host Den Jones as he sits down with Shawn Flynn, Managing Director of SVH Capital and host of the Silicon Valley Podcast, for an eye-opening discussion about the investment landscape.

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December 29, 2025

Episode 51: From the UK to the US: AI Security for the Enterprise with Harmonic's Alastair Paterson

From bootstrapping a cybersecurity startup in London to scaling in Silicon Valley, Alastair shares insights on securing AI workflows, the cultural differences between UK and US startup ecosystems, and why traditional DLP solutions fall short in the AI era.

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December 21, 2025

Episode 50 - Special Edition: In the 909Studio with Den Jones and Aaron Wurthmann

This special edition marks the 50th episode, featuring guest Aaron Wurthmann, an advisory CISO and close associate of Den.

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December 16, 2025

Episode 49: From CSO to CEO: Tyler Farrar's Journey in Tech

In this episode, Tyler shares his journey from CSO at Exabeam to his current roles at Next Power and Stacking Bytes, offering insights into the evolving landscape of cybersecurity leadership.

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November 14, 2025

Episode 48: From Ethical Hacking to Entrepreneurship: The Chelsea Jarvie Story

Discover Chelsea's inspiring journey from studying ethical hacking in Scotland to becoming a cybersecurity leader and entrepreneur. Learn about her innovative approach to age assurance and her mission to make the internet safer for children. Chelsea shares her experiences in overcoming industry challenges, building a successful consultancy, and her exciting new venture in San Francisco.

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October 26, 2025

Episode 47: From Scotland to Silicon Valley: The Mindful Path of Tethered with Karen Kerr

Join us as Karen shares her personal journey from a creative career in Scotland to launching a groundbreaking app that connects users to mindfulness through cultural narratives.

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October 19, 2025

Episode 46: LinkedIn Live Edition: Software Security in the Age of AI with Opsera and Lineaje

Joined by industry leaders Javed Hasan, CEO of Lineaje, and Kumar Chivukula, co-founder of Opsera, the discussion explores how AI is revolutionizing the way we approach software vulnerabilities and security.

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October 12, 2025

Episode 45: From Cyber to Inner Peace: A journey of Hypno Breathwork with Victoria Grandury

Victoria shares her journey from growing up in a French bubble in New York City to becoming a high performer in the tech and cybersecurity industry.

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