Cybercrime is the fastest growing crime costing Americans over $20 Billion last year alone. Your personal and business devices carry sensitive information that is highly valued by cybercriminals. Criminals can obtain personal information electronically through hacking or illegally purchasing information from the Deep Web/Dark Web. They can also obtain information through paper records that are not properly disposed of or securely stored. And they can trick you to disclose information using social engineering techniques and scams. Once you know the threats and the tactics used by hackers, there are steps you can take to protect yourself.

In today’s podcast, RANE founder and Chief Collaborative Officer interviews Dr. Christopher Pierson, CEO and Founder, BlackCloak. Dr. Pierson is an internationally recognized cybersecurity and privacy expert, cybersecurity strategist, and policy advisor. BlackCloak provides concierge cybersecurity protection to high-net-worth individuals and top executives. Dr. Pierson serves on the Department of Homeland Security’s Cybersecurity and Privacy Committees, is a Distinguished Fellow of the Ponemon Institute, led cybersecurity and privacy programs at the Royal Bank of Scotland (RBS) and other financial institutions, and was the President of the FBI’s Arizona InfraGard program.