Mental Health, Organisational Culture & The Human Side of Cybersecurity
Are layoffs increasing your cybersecurity risk and driving your team to burnout? This episode looks into the psychological underpinnings of infosec to navigate turbulent times at work.
Welcome to Razorwire, the podcast that cuts through the complexities of information security with sharp insights and expert discussions. In this episode, I’m joined by Lisa Ventura (MBE), founder of Cybersecurity Unity, and Bec McKeown, a psychologist specialising in high-risk environments. Together, we explore the hidden psychological factors that shape cybersecurity practices and discuss essential strategies to safeguard your organisation.
Join us as we discuss the impact of economic layoffs on cybersecurity, the efficacy and ethical concerns surrounding psychological profiling, and the sophisticated tactics employed by malicious actors in today's digital arena. Lisa, Bec, and I also unpack the importance of organisational culture in mitigating human error, the role of mental health in cybersecurity, and how to implement targeted security measures without overwhelming your team. This episode is a must-listen for professionals seeking to understand the human dynamics behind infosec challenges and cultivate a supportive, resilient security culture.
3 Key Takeaways:
- Protect Your Organisation Without Crossing Privacy Lines. Want to strengthen your security approach without relying on controversial psychological profiling? Discover practical, ethical alternatives as Bec McKeown walks you through smarter ways to assess and mitigate insider risks whilst preserving employee trust and privacy.
- Prevent Data Theft During Company Transitions. Is your organisation facing changes? Learn how to protect your critical assets during turbulent times. Lisa Ventura reveals proven strategies to identify and secure your most valuable data, particularly when your company is experiencing workforce changes or economic pressure.
- Build a Stronger, More Resilient Security Team. Ready to boost both your security effectiveness AND team morale? Get hands-on techniques from Bec McKeown to create an environment where your security professionals thrive. Walk away with practical steps to reduce burnout, increase psychological safety and build a high-performing team that stays sharp and engaged.
Tune in to Razorwire for actionable advice and expert perspectives to fortify your cybersecurity strategy amid challenging times.
On Psychological Safety & Blame Culture:
"If people are constantly told off for not doing things in the right way, whether that's cybersecurity training or otherwise, they're never gonna fess up to it... if you haven't got that psychological safety within the culture, then these things are probably more likely to happen because it's not in the person's best interest to hold their hand up."
Bec McKeown
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In this episode, we covered the following topics:
Understanding Layoff Security Risks: Explore why workforce changes increase data theft risks and why organisations need heightened awareness during these transitions.
Beyond Psychological Profiling: Learn more effective and ethical ways to assess security risks without compromising employee privacy - practical alternatives you can implement today.
High-Value Target Protection: Understanding why certain roles face increased targeting and need additional security...
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