Compliance Unfiltered With Adam Goslin: Recent Episodes
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On this episode of Compliance Unfiltered, the CU Guys dive into the critical role of inventory management within large-scale engagements. They explore why inventory is central to security and compliance programs, share insights on integrating inventory into daily operations, and discuss common pitfalls organizations face. With Adam's practical tips and real-world examples, this episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to enhance their compliance strategies. Special thanks to listener Heidi for suggesting this topic! Tune in and discover how to make inventory a core element of your compliance DNA, on this week;'s Compliance Unfiltered!
On this week's episode of Compliance Unfiltered, The CU Guys discuss the launch of EZ Cert, a new feature in the TCT Portal, designed to simplify compliance tasks for end users. Adam explains how EZ Cert streamlines the interface, making it more accessible and efficient for users who only occasionally interact with the system. The conversation highlights the business value of EZ Cert, emphasizing its ability to reduce bottlenecks and improve the efficiency of compliance engagements. The episode also touches on the benefits of EZ Cert for assessors. All this and more on this week's Compliance Unfiltered.
On this week's episode of Compliance Unfiltered, the CU Guys dive into their enriching experience at the PCI North American Community Meeting in Fort Worth, Texas. Discover how the conference exceeded expectations with improved organization and engaging interactions, and learn about the exciting new features like EasyCert that were unveiled. From exploring the immaculate public transportation to savoring local culinary delights, they share personal anecdotes and insights. Whether you're a compliance professional or just curious, this episode offers a unique glimpse into the vibrant world of PCI compliance. All on this week's Compliance Unfiltered.
On this episode, The CU Crew delve into the innovative approach of environment splitting to streamline compliance processes. Discover how this strategy not only enhances efficiency but also ensures adherence to regulatory standards. Join us as we explore real-world applications and expert insights that reveal the transformative power of environment splitting in today's compliance landscape. All this and more on this week's Compliance Unfiltered!
On this episode of Compliance Unfiltered, the CU Guys dive into the intricate world of report writing for compliance assessors. Discover why this seemingly straightforward task is fraught with challenges, from the complexities of manual processes to the orchestration required for quality assurance. Learn how the TCT portal is revolutionizing the way assessors handle report writing, saving valuable time and enhancing efficiency. Whether you're a seasoned assessor or new to the field, this episode offers insights into overcoming the hurdles of report writing and maximizing your ROI. Tune in to explore how technology is making compliance management more manageable and effective, all on this week's Compliance Unfiltered!
On this week's insightful episode of Compliance Unfiltered, the CU guys delve into the 2025 PCI North American Community Meeting, happening from September 16th to 18th in Fort Worth, Texas. Adam shares why you should join TCT in attending, for the latest updates in compliance management, connect with industry experts, and explore innovative solutions that make compliance life easier. Whether you're a QSA, a compliance professional, or part of an organization serving compliant customers, this event offers something for everyone. Tune in to learn how to maximize your experience at this must-attend event on this week's Compliance Unfiltered!
On this episode of Compliance Unfiltered, The CU guys delve into the critical role of cybersecurity and compliance in the manufacturing sector. As technology advances, the industry faces increasing threats and regulatory challenges. Join us as we explore how manufacturers can safeguard their operations, protect sensitive data, and ensure compliance with ever-evolving standards. Discover expert insights and practical strategies to fortify your manufacturing processes against cyber threats. Learn why cybersecurity is not just an IT issue but a vital component of modern manufacturing success, on this week's Compliance Unfiltered.
*** There was some audio issues with the initial post of this interview, that have now have been corrected. (Thanks Paul!)
On this episode of Compliance Unfiltered, the CU Guys are pleased to be joined by Tom Fox from the Compliance Podcast Network to delve into the intricate challenges of implementing compliance programs. They explore the common misconceptions at the executive level, the critical role of internal controls, and the necessity of integrating compliance into business operations. Tom shares his journey from law to becoming a compliance evangelist, emphasizing the importance of ethical business practices in combating global issues like bribery and corruption. All these insights and more on this week's Compliance Unfiltered!
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On this episode of Compliance Unfiltered, the CU guys delve into the critical need for AI policies within organizations. As AI technology rapidly evolves, many companies find themselves unprepared, risking exposure of sensitive data through platforms like ChatGPT. Adam emphasizes the urgency of implementing AI policies to protect against potential data breaches and compliance issues. Discover why having a robust AI policy is not just a best practice but a necessity in today's digital landscape. All this, and more, on this episode of Compliance Unfiltered.
On this episode of Compliance Unfiltered, it is that time again! You guessed it, time for all of the spicy security stories that were, and the critical security reminders for, the third quarter of 2025. Curious about learning some tips on how to impress your assessor? Wondering how you can maximize your knowledge of space, to minimize the struggles associated with your engagements? Then you're not going to want to miss this episode of Compliance Unfiltered!
On this episode of Compliance Unfiltered, Adam and Todd have a heart to heart on what makes a successful operation tick, from a cybersecurity and I.T. perspective. Curious about the specialized expertise required for success? Wondering where Trust but Verify fits in? Worried about your upcoming assessment? Well, you're in luck! Answers on all these topics and more, on this week's Compliance Unfiltered!
On this episode of Compliance Unfiltered, the CU guys have a chat about the wonderful world of acquisitions, specifically in the hotel space. Adam gives a solid background on the Hotel acquisition arena and shares some key details with the listeners about where to get started from a compliance perspective. Wondering what tools folks are using in the space? Looking for ways to avoid the common pitfalls of the process? Just trying to get your footing on how to be best prepared? Well, you're in luck! All these answers and more on this week's Compliance Unfiltered.
On this episode of Compliance Unfiltered, Todd and Adam walk through the challenges faced by organizations looking to take control of their compliance management. Adam shares a bit about his journey and provides some profound advice to listeners looking to take their compliance program to the next level. All these topics, and more, on this week's Compliance Unfiltered.
On this episode of Compliance Unfiltered, the CU guys address the proverbial elephant in the room - Why service providers to compliant organizations need to take their security seriously. Wondering why there is variability for service providers in the security arena? Curious if "trust but verify" is really that important? Trying to understand how you can get the most assurance from your vendor relationships? Well, you're in luck! All these answers and more on this week's Compliance Unfiltered.
On this episode of Compliance Unfiltered, the CU guys are serving up hot, fresh takes on compliance for the Hospitality space can be a five-star experience with the plan in place. Wondering why compliance can be so tricky in the hospitality space? Curious how adopting technology can ease your pain? Just hoping to discover a better way? Well, you're in luck! All this answers and more on this week's Compliance Unfiltered!
On this episode of Compliance Unfiltered, The CU Guys take on a topic suggested to us by one of our listeners! The Struggle is real when attempting to get service provider responsibility matrices, is a challenge many in the assessment world face. Have a listen and see if you relate! As a reminder, if YOU have a topic you think we should cover, please let us know. Send an email to complianceunfiltered@totalcompliancetracking.com and we will add your topic to the list for a future episode.
On this episode of Compliance Unfiltered, The CU Guys revisit the topic of Compliance Management in the Higher Education space. However, this time around the focus is on the granular nuts and bolts, as opposed to a broad overview. Curious about spreadsheet struggles in Higher Ed? Wondering about evidence collection and communication strategies? Hoping to simply find a better way? Well, you're in luck! All these answers and more on this week's Compliance Unfiltered!
On this week's episode of Compliance Unfiltered the CU Guys chat at length regarding the challenges of managing compliance in the retail space. Spoiler Alert It sucks. Curious why it's so tough? Wondering how organizations can adapt and overcome? Hoping to find some strategy to help you combat your challenging compliance issues? Well, you're in luck - All these answer and more, on this week's Compliance Unfiltered!
On this episode of Compliance Unfiltered, Todd and Adam take an in depth look at the interesting arena of Penetration Testing. Curious about the difference between vulnerability scans and penetration testing? Wondering about the differences in approach to penetration testing? Fretting about how long it actually takes? Well, you're in luck! All these answers and more on this week's Compliance Unfiltered!
On this Episode of Compliance Unfiltered, the CU Guys have a spirited chat about the perils of managing compliance in the Higher Education space. Wondering why Higher Ed is just a complex environment? Curious about ways overcome these challenges? Wondering how to manage your complex compliance landscape in a way that doesn't feel like herding cats? Well you're in luck, as all these answers, and more, can be found on this week's Compliance Unfiltered!
On this episode of Compliance Unfiltered, the CU guys take a tough look at the topic costly time wasting and inefficiencies in the IT arena. Having high priced resources, or "Gearheads" as Adam affectionately calls them, stuck in processes that cost organizations time and money, is a killer. Curious if security and compliance resources are considered high priced? Wondering where most of the time wasting resides? Trying to figure out how to cut those costs? You're in luck, all these answers and more, on this week's Compliance Unfiltered!
On this episode of Compliance Unfiltered, the CU guys tackle the tough topic of managing compliance in industries like hospitality and retail. Curious about the impact turnover has on these businesses? Wondering why attrition in this space is so common? Just want to know how to overcome this challenge with the efficiency of a compliance management program? Then you're in luck! All these answers and more await, on this week's Compliance Unfiltered!
On this episode of Compliance Unfiltered, it is that time again! You guessed it, time for all of the spicy security stories that were, and the critical security reminders for the second quarter of 2025. Wondering about phishing, vishing, and smishing? Then you're not going to want to miss this episode of Compliance Unfiltered!
On this episode of Compliance Unfiltered, the CU guys give the audience a solid understanding of where a company's headspace might be, when first considering rolling out a full-fledged compliance program. Find answers to common questions, common fears, and a enjoy some Adam-Spun wisdom for the folks just getting started. All this and more this week's Compliance Unfiltered!
On this episode of Compliance Unfiltered. Adam and Todd have what might be an uncomfortable conversation for some, regarding the perils of entrusting your organization's cybersecurity to your I.T. team or your external I.T. resources. Curious about the difference between an I.T. and cybersecurity professional? Wondering about companies that offer both, I.T. and cybersecurity services? Need a cost-effective strategy? Well you're in luck as all these answers, and more, can be found in this episode of Compliance Unfiltered.
On this episode of Compliance Unfiltered, Adam and Todd have a sound chat on the value of request lists when it comes to building in efficiencies to your compliance process. Everyone is looking to do what they do better, faster and cheaper. Curious how to reduce redundancies? Wondering what you can do to create more hours in your team's day? You're in luck, all these answers and more on this week's Compliance Unfiltered.
On this episode of Compliance Unfiltered, Adam and Todd give the listeners the inside track on how to get their compliance ducks in a row, with help of a properly calibrated tool set. Many organizations struggle with managing the different compliance frameworks they are beholden to, effectively. Curious how you can gain hours back in your day? Looking for extra cost savings in your current process, tired of having to constantly nag people for required deliverables? Then you're in luck as you'll find all the answers to these questions, and more, on this week's Compliance Unfiltered.
On this episode of Compliance Unfiltered, Adam and Todd put on their sleuth hats to help the listeners uncover the vulnerabilities hiding in their patch management process. Would you consider yourself someone who thinks turning on automatic patching solves everything? Are you the type that's pretty sure your IT department, "has this covered?" Does your organization, "not really have anything worth protecting? " Then this is the episode for you. Listen as Todd and Adam highlight the perils of dodgy patch management, and how you can best protect your organization. All on this week's Compliance Unfiltered.
On this episode of Compliance Unfiltered, Adam and Todd do a quick fire roundtable on the how best to help those extra special organizations that are extremely protective of their data. Why are these clients being so careful with their data? How has the significant increase in companies being breached impacted this philosophy? Curious about some horror stories on this topic? Well you're in luck, as the CU Guys have all these answers and more, on this week's Compliance Unfiltered!
On this episode of Compliance Unfiltered, the CU Guys are proud to be joined by, friend of the show, Pedro Fortuna of Jscrambler.
Pedro Fortuna serves as Jscrambler's Co-Founder & Chief Technology Officer responsible for technology innovation, product strategy, and R&D. Pedro sits on the PCI SSC Board of Directors and is a qualified Internal Security Assessor (ISA). Pedro brings over 20 years of experience in software engineering and security, leading innovative products from concept to market. In addition to his role at Jscrambler, Pedro sits on the PCI SSC Board of Directors and is a qualified ISA himself.
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On this episode of Compliance Unfiltered, Adam and Todd chat about the importance of including cybersecurity specific line items in your annual Information Technology budget. Curious how your organization should identify the drivers for your security and compliance? Wondering how you would go about figuring out how much it would cost to be properly covered? Thinking about how you're going to pitch this to your boss? Well, you're in luck, as this week's episode of Compliance Unfiltered has all these answers and more!
On this episode of Compliance Unfiltered, Adam and Todd have a very candid chat about the perils of believing that your organization is impervious to a cyber-attack. How does an organization learn that they've been attacked? What are the first things to do when a Data Breach does happen to your organization? Curious about the real world fallout from a Data Breach? Wonder what the true cost of a cyber-attack to your organization might be? Well, you're in luck as you'll find all those answers and more, on this week's Compliance Unfiltered!
On this episode of Compliance Unfiltered, Adam gives the listeners the bottom line when it comes to the use of A.I. in the compliance management landscape. Curious where to get started and what questions to ask as you're considering the wonders of A.I.? Wondering about the difference between Artificial Intelligence and Automated Intelligence? Just plain worried about how A.I. is going to impact you and your team? You're in luck - All these answers and more on this week's Compliance Unfiltered!
On this episode of Compliance Unfiltered, it is that time again! You guessed it, time for all of the juicy security stories that were, and the critical security reminders for the first quarter of 2025. Curious if unvalidated vendors are being hired through your back door? Then you're not going to want to miss this episode of Compliance Unfiltered!
On this episode of Compliance Unfiltered, Adam's multiple decades of experience are on full display as the CU guys cover how to utilize one of the most prescriptive certifications out there (PCI) and use it to accomplish compliance against one of the least prescriptive certifications, HIPAA. Curious how they align? Wondering how much of the duplicate work can actually be avoided? Is Cert-Mapping something that can work for your team? If any of these questions piqued your interest, then this episode of Compliance Unfiltered is for you!
On this episode of Compliance Unfiltered, Todd and Adam have a heartfelt conversation about the perils of STILL, IN 2025, using a manual compliance process for one's organization. The time effort and energy required, year upon year, to manually, yet properly, complete a compliance engagement is mind-blowing... Sound all too familiar? Then this the episode for you!
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On this episode of Compliance Unfiltered, Adam and Todd take the time to delve into the perfect topic for January: How to do more with less. In this case it's how to do more with your limited security resources. Sure everyone is doing all they can, but where are the opportunities for improved efficiency? Wondering how bad assumptions are slowing your team down? Curious how you and your organization can supercharge your security efforts? Catch all these answers, and more, on this episode of Compliance Unfiltered!
On this episode of Compliance Unfiltered, the CU guys go on a myth-busting adventure into the realm of Cyber Liability Insurance. Curious if you can buy enough insurance to replace your full compliance program? Wondering about common issues pertaining to the Cyber Liability Insurance application process? Concerned about those blurry lines regarding data security and responsibility? Well the CU guys have got you covered with all these answers and more, on this week's Compliance Unfiltered!
On this episode of Compliance Unfiltered, Adam and Todd get into an in-depth discussion on the overarching "why behind the what" of Data Breaches. The CU guys will cover, at length, the ethos behind most data breaches - Why and how they occurred, and how they can be avoided in the future. Think your company is too small to be impacted by a data breach? Thinking that your mom and pop operation wouldn't be of much interest to the bad guys? Well you'd be dead wrong and Adam will show you exactly why that is. All these answers and more, on this week's Compliance Unfiltered.
On this episode of Compliance Unfiltered, The CU guys have a quick conversation about the perils of just assuming your internal IT folks or 3rd party IT Providers, "have cybersecurity covered." Adam dives in to the biggest threats facing companies on this topic today. Curious why some organizations struggle with identifying their weak points? Wondering about the common misconceptions surrounding internal IT? Concerned about outsourcing? Well, you're not alone, and the CU guys have you covered! All on this week's Compliance Unfiltered.
On this episode of Compliance Unfiltered, Adam walks the listeners through the perilous landscape of Non-Compliance. Curious where the cracks are in your foundation? Wondering how much organizations should actually care about their security and compliance? How much does a data breach really cost? All these answers and more, on this week's Compliance Unfiltered.
On this episode of Compliance Unfiltered, Adam and Todd chat candidly about the importance of a strong cybersecurity stance ESPECIALLY during Election Season. That's right, all those scary cybersecurity stories get turned up to 11 during this wild time. Big and small organizations alike, this is the episode for you to ensure your highest level of data protection amidst the noise. All this and more on this week's Compliance Unfiltered.
On this episode of Compliance Unfiltered, It's that time again! You guessed it, it's time to take a look at all the news and notes of interest from the quarter that was. New hacking stories, check. Breakdown on the importance of device inventory, check. News on SolarWinds, check. All these tasty details and more on this week's Compliance Unfiltered!
On this week's episode of Compliance Unfiltered, Adam and Todd get the chance to talk through TCT's ROI Calculator for Assessors. Curious how much time you and your team are actually spending per assessment? Wondering why a certain part of your assessment process is taking so long? Trying to find out where both dollars, and hours, can be saved? Then you're in luck on this week's, Compliance Unfiltered.
On this week's episode of Compliance Unfiltered, the CU guys invite you to pour yourself something strong, and buckle up, for a hard discussion about the full-scale ramifications a data breach has on an organization. Who gets hit first? Who gets hit hardest? How much time, effort, energy, and money goes into fixing it? How does this effect the relationships with clients after a data breach? All the gory details and more on this week's Compliance Unfiltered.
On this episode of Compliance Unfiltered, the CU guys give the audience a break. We know the struggle and heartache a less than stellar compliance program can breed. On this episode Adam lays out exactly how you can get your compliance sanity back! Curious how you got to where you are? Wondering how you can gain a foothold to get back to normal? Wondering what tools can set you on the right path? Well the CU guys have you covered with all these answers and more, on this week's Compliance Unfiltered!
On this episode of Compliance Unfiltered, With PCI-DSS 4.0.1 just being released, the CU Guys thought it fitting to share insights on some of the critical resources available to those undertaking PCI Compliance. Curious about how to ensure your compliance program is airtight? Wondering who can help if you have questions? Struggling with what tools are the right tools for you? Well, the CU guys have covered on all these topics and more, on this week's episode of Compliance Unfiltered!
On this episode of Compliance Unfiltered, the CU guys talk candidly about the rigors of compliance management engagements, and how for many, it feels like the engagement is managing you. Adam calls on decades of experience in the space to share key factors for controlling your engagement in an efficient and replicable manner. Curious how your approach could be harming your organization? Wondering how adding toolsets can help, or hurt? Trying to find a long-term plan for compliance management success? Well, you won't be disappointed! All these answers and more on this week's Compliance Unfiltered.
On this episode of Compliance Unfiltered, Adam takes the time to breakdown how Assessment firms have gained a significant competitive advantage through the use of the TCT Portal. As the Founder and CEO of Total Compliance Tracking, Adam has had the best seat in the house for this topic for the last decade! This discussion covers all the standard pitfalls of the average compliance assessment process, and shows step by step how. the TCT Portal saves time and headaches at every juncture.
On this episode of Compliance Unfiltered, the CU Guys give the listeners the inside scoop on how to survive that tricky first compliance engagement. Adam throws a lifeline to the novices, and provides an nostalgic look back for the veterans; on how to everything from how to manage your team, to how to manage your emotions, and everything in-between. Curious where to get started? Thinking about working with a consultant but not sure it's worth it? The CU Guys cover all these topics and more, on this week's Compliance Unfiltered.
On this episode of Compliance Unfiltered, the CU Guys have a deep look at the key skill sets of those most directly responsible for your compliance success or failure. Most organizations struggle with finding the right person to handle this critical Compliance Manager role. Adam gives the listeners a breakdown on all the important factors. From what communication skills to look for, to how organizational skills separate the good compliance managers from the great, to those tricks of the trade that only come with experience, the CU Guys have you covered. All these key elements for your consideration and more, on this episode of Compliance Unfiltered.
On this episode Compliance Unfiltered, its that time again - time for Quarterly Security Insights! This quarter we are focused on all the goings on in the cybersecurity world, specifically the CU guys will chat about the intricacies of security being everyones job. Adam gives a breakdown of the news from this quarter, everything from API related breaches to Kraken Crypto being hit with a $3Million Dollar Zero Day attack, and everything in-between, all these topics and more, on this episode of Compliance Unfiltered.
On this episode of Compliance Unfiltered, The CU Guys have a rousing chat focused on helping the compliance newcomers in the audience. Everyone has to start somewhere, and Adam has just the roadmap to help you get from where you are to where you need to be. Curious on where to start? Wondering what certification makes the most sense for your needs? Pondering how much time and energy getting compliant will actually take? Fear not - All these answers and more on this week's Compliance Unfiltered!
On this episode of Compliance Unfiltered - It's finally here! NIST Cybersecurity Framework 2.0 has finally been released and the CU guys are going to give you the full breakdown. What's new? What's different? What is going to make the biggest difference in the way you approach NIST CSF? All these answers and more on this week's Compliance Unfiltered!
On this episode of Compliance Unfiltered, Adam and Todd have an in-depth conversation about some of the common pitfalls companies can face when going through an assessment, specifically as it pertains to engaging their assessor. This nuanced discussion will go over all the finer points to winning favor with your assessor, and how to avoid hitting those unwanted notes along the way. Don't miss out on this week's edition of Compliance Unfiltered!
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On this episode of Compliance Unfiltered, Adam and Todd give an overview the BRAND NEW PCI-DSS 4.0.1! The council has just released the most recent update and the CU guys have the listeners covered with a highlight reel of all the significant modifications!
For additional information, go to the TCT website shortcut by going to the TCT Website; then click Resources and blog on the top navigation; then search for the PCI-DSS 4.0.1 blog that we released on June 13, 2024. In that blog there's a link to the PCI SSC document which fully details the summary of changes from 4.0 to 4.0.1
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On this episode of Compliance Unfiltered, Adam opens up about his vast experience in the realm of Data Security and shares ways that listeners can better address their data storage issues. Adam covers all the reasons why data repositories are broken for most organizations, why manual repositories fail, how PCI v4 will impact the space, and much more. All on this episode of Compliance Unfiltered!
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On this episode of Compliance Unfiltered, the CU guys tackle the challenging discussion of A.I. and its role in Security and Compliance Arena. Not only does Adam tee up this fast-moving topic for the listeners, but he also makes the important distinction between A.I. and Automated Intelligence. Finally, the CU guys will cover those tough topics organizations should be asking about the A.I. Systems out there in the security and compliance marketplace. Answers to all this questions and more on this week's Compliance Unfiltered!
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On this episode of Compliance Unfiltered. Adam gives the listeners an inside track on how to make annual compliance assessments as smooth as possible. Don't worry, you're not alone, most organizations have some work to do when it comes time for their annual assessments. Adam walks through key elements of this yearly challenge, like the value of a consultant, pre-assessment assessor relations, the value of a compliance management tool, and much more! All on this episode of Compliance Unfiltered!
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On this episode of Compliance Unfiltered, the CU guys serve up a steamy helping of podcast for you, as they dive into the topic of making PCI-DSS compliance management easier for Restaurant and Retail organizations. Adam will cover, at a high level, some of the challenges facing these organizations, both internally and externally. The guys will go over some of the pitfalls of large, bulky GRC tools pitching their add-on compliance modules. He will also cover the advantages of utilizing a system optimized to make your life as a compliance professional easier. All this and more on this week's Compliance Unfiltered.
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On this episode of Compliance Unfiltered, the CU guys look at the hard truth facing many in the Compliance space today: Your process is too manual and outdated. It is challenging however, to implement any new system, let alone a Compliance Management System. Adam will cover all things on this topic from why is implementing a new compliance management system a struggle for organizations, to What type of prep needs to be done for software implementation, and even, what kinds of continuous improvement should fit into your annual engagement? You've got questions and concerns, we've got answers. All on this week's, Compliance Unfiltered!
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On this week's Compliance Unfiltered, the CU guys have another Top 5 episode coming your way. That's right it's the Top 5 Security Risks to Your Franchise Organization episode! Of course, Adam will cover the biggest risk to franchises, but the guys will also go over topics like the dangers of not taking security and compliance seriously from the top down. Curious about the value of security and compliance training? Wondering about how the physical security of your organization comes into play? Well, the CU Guys have got you covered. All these topics and more on this week's Top 5 edition of Compliance Unfiltered!
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On this episode of Compliance Unfiltered, Adam and Todd take an in-depth look at a topic that is plaguing many around the Cybersecurity and IT space - Organizational Cost Cutting. Trimming the fat, tightening the belt, lessening the load, whatever an organization calls it, the concept is an all too familiar one in the compliance world. Curious about why companies are scrambling? Wondering about your organization's wasted costs and how a compliance management system can save you time, and those all-important dollars? Then you're in luck! All these answers and more on this episode of Compliance Unfiltered.
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On this episode Compliance Unfiltered, its that time again - time for Quarterly Security Insights! This quarter we are focused on all the goings on in the cybersecurity world and will specifically cover:
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Password Best Practices
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TCT Portal for PCI v4.0
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Facebook Exploits User Devices to Spy on Competitors
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Hackers find a way to open any of over 3 million hotel keycard locks in seconds
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Tycoon Malware kit Bypasses Microsoft and Google's MFA
All these topics and more, on this episode of Compliance Unfiltered.
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On this episode of compliance unfiltered, the CU guys have a special one for the Assessors and Consultants out there! With so much of the work done for their clients being repetitive, the value of pre-configured certification tracks is immense - A true game-changer when it comes to time and money savings. Adam breaks down what pre-configured certifications track are, how to use them, and exactly how you can benefit from them. All this and more on this week's Compliance Unfiltered!
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On this episode of Compliance Unfiltered, the CU guys give the listeners an inside view of PCI compliance for Franchises, and how best to tackle it. You'd be shocked how many large organizations are still dependent upon disjointed manual processes. Adam shares how automation at that large of a scale is such a game changer and why not just relying on your assessor's tool set can mitigate a TON of headaches. All this and more on this week's Compliance Unfiltered!
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On this episode of Compliance Unfiltered, the CU guys give you the listener, a first-hand look at the ins and outs of physical security as it pertains to the overarching topic of cybersecurity. Curious why physical security is an important part of cybersecurity? Wondering what organizations can do to determine what their physical security needs are? Looking to improve your best practices around physical security in the realm of cybersecurity? Well you're in luck! We've got all these answers and more, on this week's Compliance Unfiltered.
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On this episode of Compliance Unfiltered, the CU guys navigate the labyrinth that is managing compliance across multiple environments. Adam lets the listener in on why compliance complexity can catch some organizations off guard. Curious about the pitfalls of of sub-elements? Wondering how companies can improve their compliance posture? Want to learn how splitting requirements can be a game changer? All this and more on this week's episode of Compliance Unfiltered!
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On this episode of Compliance Unfiltered, The CU guys cover the contentious topic of the recent Iranian based cyber-attacks on US organizations. Want to know what happened, who's responsible, and whether or not it's going to happen again? Then this is the episode for you. Adam breaks down all the critical details and walks the listener through how to look for signs that an organization might be in danger. All this and more on this week's episode of Compliance Unfiltered.
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On this week's Compliance Unfiltered, the CU guys wrap up the series on exactly how and why managing compliance sucks. Adam puts a bow on the topic by sharing with the listeners exactly how, and why, managing compliance sucks less by using a compliance management system. Curious why organizations struggle with realizing they have an opportunity to improve? Wondering what leadership can do to validate the pain their team is feeling? Answers to all these questions and more on this week's episode of Compliance Unfiltered!
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On this episode of Compliance Unfiltered, Adam goes to bat for the assessors and consultants out there. The guys give a full breakdown on what it's like for the brave folks out there tasked with managing compliance for other organizations. Everything from coordination struggles, to primary communication issues, to storage challenges with things literally all over the place. The CU guys have got you covered, all on this week's episode of Compliance Unfiltered.
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On this episode of Compliance Unfiltered, the guys are graced by the presence of the PCI Guru himself, Jeff Hall!
Jeff is a long-time QSA, author, world-renowned blogger and PCI DSS Trailblazer.
He and the rest of the PCI Dream Team have an incredibly important new book out, "The Definitive Guide to PCI DSS Version 4: Documentation, Compliance, and Management" (Available for Purchase Here)
The CU guys ask Jeff all about it, his life in the compliance space, and much more, on this episode of Compliance Unfiltered!
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On this episode of Compliance Unfiltered, Adam takes the listener on deep dive down the rabbit hole of internal compliance management. If you are responsible for your organization's compliance, then this episode is especially suited to your story. If you're an external assessor, have no fear, this will give you a solid understand of your client's perspective, and whet your appetite for next week's episode, wink-wink. Coordination, communication, storage and more all on this episode of Compliance Unfiltered.
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Regardless of what version of PCI 4 the council decides to roll out. QSA firms and individual organizations alike can benefit from having a compliance tool where all of their evidence is in one place, that provides a full access to the required team members. Curious about INFI tables or CCW's? Have no fear the TCT Portal has you covered there as well. Questions on formatting and reporting? Rest easy, the CU guys will lay out exactly how to tackle that challenge and more, on this episode of Compliance Unfiltered.
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On this episode of Compliance Unfiltered, the CU guys cut to the chase on thieves in our midst and chat openly about the various types of passwords stealers currently wreaking havoc on a largely unsuspecting public. How do they work? How do you know you have one on your machine? What should you do if you find one?! All these answers and more on this episode of Compliance Unfiltered.
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On this episode of Compliance Unfiltered, The CU guys wax poetic about everything from fruit salads to mainframes in this Important Devices Policies edition of the podcast.
This often overlooked topic can be the undoing of the even the most secure organizations. Curious how device policies should play in to your team's approach? Wondering about mobile devices and external storage? Adam addresses all these topics and more, on this episode of Compliance Unfiltered.
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On this episode of Compliance Unfiltered, the CU guys tackle the topic of background checks as it relates to your compliance, and to your business overall.
Wondering what types of background checks to do? How often to run these checks? How to select a background checking service?
All these answers and more, on this week’s Compliance Unfiltered!
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On this episode of Compliance Unfiltered, the guys talk openly about the uncomfortable topic of reducing your internal security headcount while still mitigating risk along the way. Adam gives counsel on some of the key considerations to evaluate prior to making cuts. He shares some key tips on how to make cuts wisely and talks through some of the best practices on approaching cuts effectively. Curious on where to start? The CU guys have got you covered there too, on this episode of Compliance Unfiltered!
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On this week's episode of Compliance Unfiltered. It's that time again! Time for 2024's security insights podcast! This month Adam gives a breakdown on the importance of vendor security. The guys cover the value of TCT Portal handling of the new PCI v4.0 INFI worksheet. Plus, Adam covers the juiciest news stories from this quarter in cyber security. All these topics and more, on this week's Compliance Unfiltered.
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On this episode of Compliance Unfiltered. Adam gives the listeners an in-depth view of what to expect from the impending switch to PCI v4.0. The March 31st deadline is fast approaching, and the CU guys want listeners to be properly prepared. Curious how hard the transition will actually be? Wondering what to do if your recertification date falls outside the standard April-May window? Looking for tools to help in your transition? All these answers and more, on this week's Compliance Unfiltered!
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On this episode of Compliance Unfiltered, the CU guys ring in the new year with a high level overview of some of the key topics on every cybersecurity pro's minds in 2024. Curious about how to properly take stock of your cybersecurity positions? What can you do to better prepare your organization for the security challenges of 2024? How can you more effectively communicate your compliance management approach across the organization? All these answers and more, on this week's Compliance Unfiltered!
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On this episode of Compliance Unfiltered, the CU guys chat at length regarding the coming trends of the 2024 security and compliance landscape. Curious what Artificial Intelligence has in store for the compliance community in 2024? Wondering what's new in the phishing arena? How about news on the authentication front? Answers to all these topics and more on this episode of Compliance Unfiltered.
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On this week's episode of Compliance Unfiltered, Adam and Todd have a chat about what happens when a member of an organization gets hit by the proverbial bus. Why is it important for all organizations to prepare for this possibility? What should planning look like? And where should an organization start? Answers to all these questions and more, on this week's Compliance Unfiltered.
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On this episode of Compliance Unfiltered, the CU guys chat about the nuances within the compliance consulting realm. They chat about why this topic is a major pain point for some. Adam talks at length about how companies can go about addressing these weaknesses with some help. Curious about the ongoing value of compliance consulting? Wondering what can expect from fractional consulting? All these answers and more on this week's Compliance Unfiltered.
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On this week's episode of Compliance Unfiltered. It's that time again! Time for this quarter's security insights podcast! This month Adam gives a breakdown on the importance of physical security. The guys cover the value of Operational Mode as it relates to achieving continuous compliance. Plus, Adam covers the juiciest news stories from this quarter in cyber security. All these topics and more, on this week's Compliance Unfiltered.
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On this Episode of Compliance Unfiltered, the CU guys share several things to be thankful for, in the compliance world, and beyond. Personal and Professional Gratitudes are shared, plus a special holiday message to you, the listener. All this and more on this week's Compliance Unfiltered.
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On this week's episode of Compliance Unfiltered, the guys celebrate and chat about the one hundred episodes that have been Compliance Unfiltered to the point. Adam and Todd chat about funny moments, adapting and overcoming podcasting challenges, and some of our listeners favor topics. Plus, special thank yous and peak into the future! All this and more on this week's Compliance Unfiltered!
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On this week's episode of Compliance Unfiltered, the guys jump in with both feet on the tough topic of organizational change and how it impacts an organizations PCI compliance. Adam covers some examples of organizational change with wide reaching impacts. The guys chat about the new version of PCI and how its increasing complexity factors as your organization goes through changes. Finally, Adam gives some insight on planning for organization change as it relates to compliance. All this and more on this week's episode of Compliance Unfiltered.
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On this episode of Compliance Unfiltered, the CU guys are giving listeners a deeper understanding of some critical elements of the new PCI v4.0 Standard, in advance of the upcoming deadline. Adam covers some high-level challenges PCI pros can expect, while also charting a path to success relating to web application firewalls. Have questions about the payment page scripts requirement 6.4.3.? Well, you're not alone. Curious why this requirement even exists? All these answers and more on this episode of Compliance Unfiltered!
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On this week's episode of Compliance Unfiltered, the CU guys chat about the upcoming European PCI Community Meeting in Dublin Ireland! TCT will be there, with a booth for attendees to come visit, an evening event at Charlotte Quay for folks to RSVP for, and a Payments/Technology Demo for Conference goes to circle on their calendar. All these topics and more, on this week's Compliance Unfiltered.
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On this episode of Compliance Unfiltered, The red flags are out in force! The CU guys have an important chat about some of the key red flags that could me you have been breached! What are some red flags at the user level? What are some of the most important signs to look out for at the system level? How can you be better prepared for a breach in the future? All these answers and more on this week's episode of Compliance Unfiltered!
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On this episode of Compliance Unfiltered, the CU guys give the listeners a sound overview of what exactly is driving the growth of complexity amongst compliance requirements. Adam and Todd chat about the real-world examples of increasing threats. They also talk on how things like these push the security and compliance arena toward more complexity. Finally, Adam gives the listeners ways they can guide their organizations in dealing with increasing complexities and some resolutions currently available. All these topics and more, on this week's Compliance Unfiltered!
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This week on Compliance Unfiltered, the CU guys give their account of the week that was in Portland OR. The Pacific Northwest played home to this year's PCI North American Community Meeting, and wow, was it an experience! Adam and Todd chat about the preparation for the event, share some of the wild tails from the convention center floor, and talk in depth about some of the key take aways in the PCI space this year. You won't want to miss all this and more, on this episode of Compliance Unfiltered.
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On this episode of Compliance Unfiltered the CU guys break down the importance and benefits of training your organization to follow PCI DSS. Adam gives the listeners a full understand of why training your personnel on PCI is so critical. He will cover the important things you can do to gear up for the training, cover what specific trainings will be needed, and he'll cover what specialized focuses you should be mindful of as you look to implementing a PCI training program for your organization. Curious how PCI DSS v4.0 comes in to play? No worries, the CU guys have all these answers and more, on this episode of Compliance Unfiltered.
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On this episode of Compliance Unfiltered, the CU guys touch on some unknown territory for a lot of folks, and that is the realm of PCI Self-Assessments. Should your company do one? Well first Adam will spend time going over what a PCI Self-Assessment actually IS. He'll go over what the requirements are, whether or not a third party would take your word for it, and how leveraging a compliance management system can help. All this, and more helpful PCI Self-Assessment tips, on this week's episode of Compliance Unfiltered!
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On this week's edition of Compliance Unfiltered. The CU guys give the listeners an in-depth look at a topic which escapes most folks in the compliance space, and that is the benefit of becoming PCI compliant even if you don't process credit cards. Adam will talk through the logistics and lay out a very compelling case as to why leveraging PCI makes so much sense. Curious how PCI aligns with other standards? Wondering how you can use PCI as your compliance centerpiece? No worries, all that wisdom and more, on this week's episode of Compliance Unfiltered.
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On this episode of Compliance Unfiltered, The CU guys have a special announcement regarding the upcoming PCI-DSS Community Meetings: Tune in to find out!
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On this week's episode, the Compliance Unfiltered Duo give you the quick hits for Q3 2023, in our quarterly security insights episode. Adam gives an in-depth breakdown on all the key topics at hand in Q3 of 2023, PCI 4.0 transition is upon us are you ready? Did you see the third-party vendor hacks that exposes data from both American and Southwest Airlines? ChatGPT... When it comes to secure coding, it looks human after all. Finally, Akira Ransomware is building momentum with a shift to Linux! All of these topics and more on this episode of Compliance Unfiltered.
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On this episode of Compliance Unfiltered, The CU guys give it to you straight, no chaser! The dirty details of what happens if you don't maintain the PCI-DSS compliance certification you worked so hard to attain. Why is this such a critical discussion point? What are some of the dangers of "taking your foot off the gas pedal?" Adam's got some real world horror stories to share with the listeners, and will also explain how to escape compliance peril - if you find yourself there. All this and more on this week's episode of Compliance Unfiltered.
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On this episode of Compliance Unfiltered, Adam and Todd will go deep on the topic of planning your work and effective working your plan. Specifically, this week, the CU guys focus on how to help organizations anticipate, and properly plan for, their impending compliance costs. Why is it so tough to accurately predict costs in this arena? What are some of the obvious, and less obvious costs to know about going in? How do time the management capabilities of your team play in the mix? Have no fear, the CU Guys have all these answers for you, and more. All on this episode of Compliance Unfiltered.
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On this episode of Compliance Unfiltered The CU guys have the remedy for your Summertime Compliance Blues. This week, Adam goes over why summertime is such a perfect opportunity for cyber attackers. The guys will cover how organizations can protect themselves this summer, They chat about helpful trainings, and talk about some of the key planning companies can undertake to avoid some of the most common summertime scams. All this and more on this week's edition of Compliance Unfiltered.
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On this episode of Compliance Unfiltered, The CU guys break down one of the wildest topics in Compliance Unfiltered history - What the term "Hit By the Bus" means in a compliance context. What it means. How it pertains to you. What you should go about leveraging this approach, and a Hit By the Bus story you're going to have to hear to believe, all on week's this episode of Compliance Unfiltered!
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On this episode of Compliance Unfiltered, Adam and Todd talk about the importance of properly training your compliance personnel. The impact on a variety for different areas throughout the organization is vast. For that reason, the CU guys talk about how tough it is to get the right person to train compliance personnel and how vital the role of the compliance training personnel becomes to the organization. Curious if your compliance personnel are properly trained? Wondering how to identify the gaps in your compliance training program? All these answers and more, on this episode of Compliance Unfiltered.
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On this week's episode of Compliance Unfiltered, the guys dive deep on the topic of Breach Transparency. What exactly the stakes are in the buzz word heavy topic? What exactly is the landscape? How can a company prepare in advance, and what type of help is available out there? Are just a few of the questioned Adam covers this week. Curious about proper and consolidated communication around this hypersensitive topic? The CU guys have you covered there too! All these topics and more, on this week's Compliance Unfiltered.
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On the episode of Compliance Unfiltered, Adam and Todd shed some light on the potentially daunting security realm of consumer messaging applications. So, what exactly are consumer messaging apps? How often does your team interact with them? Exactly how much risk could you be incurring because of them? How can an organization govern them, and what should a long-term strategy look like going forward? These are just some of the questions you'll get answered on this episode of Compliance Unfiltered.
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On this Episode of Compliance Unfiltered, Adam jumps to the rescue of potential ransomware victims by giving the listeners a full breakdown of the present day landscape of Ransomware! What to look for and just how bad it can get for an organization. Adam also brings some real-life ransomware horror stories to the table, and will share some different methods organizations can use to prepare for a ransomware attack. All this and more on this week's Compliance Unfiltered.
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On this episode of Compliance Unfiltered, Adam gives the audience the inside track on which organizations will need a third party CMMC assessor. For those who don't already know, Adam will give listeners a full understanding of the term CP3AO and why it matters. Curious if C3PAO is for you? Wondering how long a CMMC Assessment will should take? All these answers and more on this episode of Compliance Unfiltered!
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On this episode of Compliance Unfiltered, The CU guys talk listeners through how made to order, custom compliance certifications are a reality and can change the face of an organization's compliance practice. Adam goes in depth into how an organization can leverage custom certifications to get the most out of their compliance team's time and effort. Curious how to simplify your engagements? Wondering about how you track your custom certifications? All those answers and more, on this episode of Compliance Unfiltered.
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On this episode of Compliance Unfiltered, the CU guys are talking through the value of the TCT Portal, not just for your immediate compliance needs, but as a true game changer in year two and beyond. Adam gives a full breakdown of the true meaning of helping to make compliance management suck less with the TCT Portal. Settle in for a snapshot of the year one benefits of the TCT Portal, and then hang on tight as the CU guys really hone in on the lasting benefits for the rest of the episode. Curious how to get more effective and efficient in your compliance management? Then this is the episode of Compliance Unfiltered for you!
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On this episode of Compliance Unfiltered, the CU guys have a spirited discussion about what to expect from your first CMMC Assessment. As this topic seems to be on everyone in the DoD Contractor space's mind, Adam will cover it on this episode from stem to stern. What is CMMC at a high level? How does one go about finding a C3PAO? Curious about the different phases and what to expect in each one? Want to know some good practices on how to stay up to date on your SPRS Score? Don't worry, all those topics, and more, are on the agenda for this episode of Compliance Unfiltered.
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On this episode of Compliance Unfiltered, Its time to chat about the CMMC SPRS Score! The CMMC-AB now recognizes the SPRS Score as the industry standard scoring metric. Adam's going to tell the listeners all about what the SPRS score is, and how the heck you interpret those negative numbers. Curious if your organization can just do the assessment yourselves? Wondering how SPRS Scoring fits in to the CMMC world in general? The CU guys have got you covered! Plus, Adam shares special news about SPRS Scoring and the TCT Portal! All on this week's Compliance Unfiltered!
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On this week's episode, the Compliance Unfiltered Duo give you the quick hits for Q2 2023, in our quarterly security insights episode. Adam gives an in-depth breakdown of password management systems and their importance in modern compliance management. Then the CU guys jump feet first into understanding the benefits of a Compliance Management Systems with multiple dashboard views and their applicability across multiple internal and external use cases. The guys then round out the episode with the latest in the news including: A Pwn2Own Vancouver 2023 update, and how Bitcoin ATM hacks led to uncovering 0-Day vulnerabilities on their platform, all on this episode of Compliance Unfiltered.
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On this episode of Compliance Unfiltered, the CU guys are pleased to welcome Andrew Baranich of Cnxtd Event Media to the show! Andrew is heading up the coordination of the CMMC Day Event in Arlington Virginia on May 15th, 2023, where TCT will be a Sponsor.
CMMC Day is focused on Providing forward-looking discussions with guidance in the Cybersecurity, secure payments, certification, secure project collaboration , ICT product certification, spheres. It also offers a comprehensive view of new certification requirements that apply to industry stakeholders.
Want to know more? Curious if there's still time for you to get involved? Well the CU guys have all those answers for you and more, on this week's episode of Compliance Unfiltered.
Please visit CMMCDay.org for all event details!
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On this episode of Compliance Unfiltered, The CU guys jump headlong in to the topic of getting more efficient through the consolidation of an organization's compliance tools. Ever wonder why companies have such a litany of compliance tools? Curious as to the implications and potential pitfalls of using multiple tools? Ever thought, "What are the benefits of consolidation in this arena?" Then this is the episode for you!
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On this episode of Compliance Unfiltered, the CU guys go inside the mind of executives to uncover the true importance of having access to, and the understand of, compliance status updates. Curious about some of the common challenges in status reporting? Want to learn how much of a game-changer really time status reporting can be for a dynamic organization? The guys will cover all this and more, on this week's Compliance Unfiltered.
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On this special Two-Part episode of Compliance Unfiltered, the CU guys are proud to welcome in Steve Levinson, VP of Risk & Security and Sherri Collis, Director of PCI Services of Online Business Systems, to chat about PCI 4.0.
Online has been a friend of TCT and formidable name in the PCI space for many years. In Part 2 of 2, Steve and Sherri share their insights on all the requirements for 4.0, completely with color commentary! Wondering what organizations should do about readiness? Steve and Sherri have you covered their as well.
And don't forget to go back and listen for part 1 of our PCI 4.0 conversation with Sherri Collis and Steve Levinson of Online Business Systems, if you haven't already!
Online Business Systems
https://www.obsglobal.com/
Steve Levinson:
slevinson@obsglobal.com
Sherri Collis:
scollis@obsglobal.com
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On this special Two-Part episode of Compliance Unfiltered, the CU guys are proud to welcome in Steve Levinson, VP of Risk & Security and Sherri Collis, Director of PCI Services of Online Business Systems, to chat about PCI 4.0.
Online has been a friend of TCT and formidable name in the PCI space for many years. In Part 1 of 2, Steve and Sherri share their insights on some of the key structural changes to PCI 4.0, a targeted risk analysis overview, and will cover the new requirements for 4.0. Curious about the implications of those changes? Wondering what timelines you can expect? Steve and Sherri have you covered their as well.
And don't forget to check back next week for part 2 of our PCI 4.0 conversation with Sherri Collis and Steve Levinson of Online Business Systems!
Online Business Systems
https://www.obsglobal.com/
Steve Levinson:
slevinson@obsglobal.com
Sherri Collis:
scollis@obsglobal.com
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On this week's episode of Compliance Unfiltered, the CU guys are pleased to be joined by, friends of the show, Nicole Braun and Marc Krisjanous of Confide Ltd. Marc is the world's very first assessor for the new CryptoCurrency Security Standard (CCSS) and Nicole preformed the QA on Marc's first CCSS assessment. The Compliance Unfiltered audience is fortunate enough to get their toughest and most pressing CCSS questions answered from the frontlines of the assessment. What is CCSS? What are some of the tallest hurdles assessors and companies face when considering going up against CCSS? What are some of the key areas of opportunity for future iterations of CCSS? All these answers and more on this week's episode of Compliance Unfiltered.
Contact Info:
Confide:
https://confide.co.nz/
Marc Krisjanous
marc.krisjanous@confide.co.nz
Nicole Braun:
nicole.braun@confide.co.nz
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On this episode of Compliance Unfiltered, the CU guys turn science fiction in to science fact. This week Adam gives the listeners an in-depth look at Artificial Intelligence (AI) and what the cybersecurity implications are around this rapidly growing part of our every day lives. Curious if is AI is coming for your job? Wondering if these robots are acting for good or evil? Want to know about how the cybersecurity world is approaching technology like ChatGP? Have no fear the CU guys have you covered there too. All on these topics and more on this week's episode of Compliance Unfiltered.
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On this week's episode of Compliance Unfiltered, Total Compliance Tracking CEO, Adam Goslin, gives a high level breakdown of how the TCT Portal can help compliance folks batten down their preverbal hatches for the oncoming recession. The guys will go in to depth about how TCT Portal can help organizations recover lost dollars, reduce staffing problems, and help generate additional income in uncertain times. All these topics and more on this week's episode fo Compliance Unfiltered.
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On this episode of Compliance Unfiltered, Adam and Todd Have a sit down with Connor Duffy and Jason Pohlman of the Michigan based, Cloud Services Provider, Otava. The CU guys get to have a really enjoyable conversation about the decade long + relationship between Adam and Otava, and highlight some important areas of guidance on what businesses should be looking for when considering a secure and compliant cloud services provider. Have a listen to the CU Guys' fun, fact filled, discussion with Jason and Connor of Otava, on this week's episode of Compliance Unfiltered.
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www.otava.com
Connor:
cduffy@otava.com
Jason:
jpohlman@otava.com
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On this week's episode of Compliance Unfiltered, The CU guys rev up their engines, and yours, over how to get optimal performance out of your compliance engagements. Curious about some of the compliance hurdles you're likely to encounter? Wondering how to herd all your compliance cats? Interested in how to gain valuable insight into your team performance? Perfect - Adam has you covered with all of these supercharged compliance answers and more, on this episode of Compliance Unfiltered.
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On this episode of Compliance Unfiltered, the CU guys chat about that little bird app you may have heard of, called Twitter. More specifically how Twitter's recent policy changes highlighted the importance of user verification. What exactly happened when the blue check became something you could purchase? Why is user verification so important? Curious as to some ways that listeners can avoid similar issues? All this and more on this episode of Compliance Unfiltered.
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On this week's installment of Compliance Unfiltered, Adam and Todd have a straightforward conversation about the REAL reasons behind Employee Turnover. Is it you? Is it them? The CU guys will give a full breakdown on how your internal compliance practices could be impacting your Employee Turnover. Adam also covers some of the latest tips on reducing chaos in this arena and provides a road map to reclaiming your sanity. All on this week's episode of Compliance Unfiltered!
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On this episode of compliance unfiltered, the guys give listeners the in's and out's of how to create a Business Continuity Plan without going complete nuts! Learn to master your approach by fully understanding: What the hell is Business Continuity? Why are these plans so important to virtually all businesses? What types of things should an organization's plan include? And once you have one in place... Where do you head from here? All this and more on this week's Compliance Unfiltered!
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On this week's episode, the Compliance Unfiltered Duo give you the quick hits for Q1 2023, in our quarterly security insights episode. From requirement splitting, to LastPass's second breach in 3 months, and Sirius XM Car Apps showcasing next-gen hacking possibilities, the CU guys have you covered on the news and notables from the quarter that is. All on this week's Compliance Unfiltered!
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On this episode of compliance unfiltered, the guys give listeners the cold hard facts about Business Continuity/Disaster Recovery. Learn to master your approach, as the CU guys dive in head-first into critical topics like: What the hell is Business Continuity/Disaster Recovery? Why are these plans so important to virtually all businesses? What types of things should an organization's plan include? And once you have one in place... What the hell do you do with it? All this and more on this week's Compliance Unfiltered!
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On this Episode of Compliance Unfiltered, The CU guys ring in 2023 with New Year's Resolutions for the compliance pro in your life! Adam shares his hopes for companies in the new year, while also highlighting some resolution-related modifications that organizations can make to set themselves up for success. And don't worry, this episode is not just for individual companies, the CU guys have resolutions for Service Providers and Assessors as well - along with the hottest compliance stats for 2023. All on this episode of Compliance Unfiltered!
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On this episode of Compliance Unfiltered, The CU guys give the listeners a full breakdown of how planning your work and working your plan can help to put your compliance mind at ease. Need a better understanding of the symbiosis between business objectives and compliance management? Need to fully gather how your compliance efforts can better align with the other needs of the organization? Trying to plan your compliance objectives throughout the year so you don't drive yourself crazy? Have no fear, the CU guys have you covered, and this episode of Compliance Unfiltered!
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On This week's episode of Compliance Unfiltered, the CU guys give you the ins and outs of Network Diagrams and how to navigate them successfully. For beginners, Adam breaks down the basics of a network diagram. Then the guys cover why the diagrams matter, what level of detail needs to be included, and what types of things should be on the physical vs. the logical network diagram. Curious about network diagram maintenance? They've got you covered there as well. All these topics and more, on this week's episode of Compliance Unfiltered.
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On this week's episode of Compliance Unfiltered, the CU guys dive headfirst into the relatively new frontier of passwordless authentication. Most folks have questions about this realm and how is relates directly to compliance standards - we get it. On this episode Adam will give you the full run down of what, how, and why, passwordless authentication could be valuable for your organization. All this and more "good stuff," on this week episode of Compliance Unfiltered!
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On this week's episode of Compliance Unfiltered, the CU guys take a step back, and ponder for a moment the importance of self care, as part of your personal approach to compliance. Adam dives in to the common reasons why people get stressed out about compliance management. Then he lays out how compliance pros can set themselves up to thrive serenely. Feeling at your wits end? Stressed during your end of year compliance push? No worries, the CU guys have got just what you need, on this episode of Compliance Unfiltered.
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On this episode of Compliance Unfiltered, the guys will help those newly tasked with obtaining SOC2 compliance. The CU Guys will cover why getting started with SOC2 compliance can be so challenging, where one should start on this adventure, and What type of game-plan one should have when embarking on this journey. Questions about references, tools, and how SOC2 coexists with your existing compliance frameworks? The CU Guys have you covered there as well! All this on this week's episode of Compliance Unfiltered!
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On this week's episode of Compliance Unfiltered, the guys cover the ins and outs of User Access Management. What is User Access Management? Why is it one of the most critical aspects of your security practice? How does one initially get things under control? Need answers? No worries. The CU guys will cover all these points in detail, and more - On this week's episode of Compliance Unfiltered!
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Exciting News on this week's Compliance Unfiltered: Adam's company Total Compliance Tracking, has gone Transatlantic and has officially launched its European Instance! On this episode the guys will chat about the expansion, the reasons behind it, and how it will help TCT to better serve their clients. Adam will also give you a peek into the challenges a security organization faces when considering this type of undertaking, and how you can effectively expand your global footprint despite these obstacles. All this and more on this week's episode of Compliance Unfiltered.
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On this week's episode, the Compliance Unfiltered Duo give you the quick hits from Q3 2022, in our quarterly security insights episode. From File Integrity Monitoring, Microsoft Teams attack paths for hackers, and free decryptors available for LockerGoga Ransonware victims, the guys have your covered on the news and notables from the quarter that was. This and more on this week's Compliance Unfiltered!
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On This episode of Compliance Unfiltered, The CU guys cover the not so pleasant, yet all to prevalent, topic of dealing with internal compliance resistance. In order to properly set the table for this, Adam describes what a compliance push roll out often looks like. Do you have questions about what internal resistance often looks like? Need some real-world examples of how to plan for, mitigate, and avoid future internal compliance resistance? The answers to these questions and more on this episode of Compliance Unfiltered!
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On this week's episode of Compliance Unfiltered. The CU guys give a full break down of what turf protection is and what it looks like in an engagement setting. Adam covers the typical signs of Turf Protection, which ones you see most often, and how to appropriately address the situation. Questions about how to handle these issues in the moment? Adam has you covered there too - with an in-depth look at how to defuse Turf Protection on engagements, and what do if you've tried everything, and you're still stuck. All on this week's episode of Compliance Unfiltered.
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On this week's episode of Compliance Unfiltered, the CU guys take a hard look at a serious topic - Running compliance in the midst of an emergency. Whether taking a look at the compliance impact of past events, or talking about contingency planning for the future, Adam will break down the key elements you'll face as the world is uncertain around you; yet your organization still needs to maintain compliance anyway. All this and more, on this week's episode of Compliance Unfiltered.
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On this week's episode of Compliance Unfiltered, the guys are back from their week in Toronto for the PCI-DSS North American Community Meeting! It was blast and you can hear it in their voices - Adam and TCT got mobbed at their booth. Todd and Friend of the show/TCT Head of Product Jon Dotson got to present at the conference! PCI 4.0 news, notes, updates, fun facts and more! All on this week's episode of Compliance Unfiltered.
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On this week's episode of Compliance Unfiltered, the guys take a hard look at why implementing overall security is so critical. Gone are the days of getting by with the bare minimum when it comes to security/compliance - Despite what some companies think. Curious why companies choose to focus on minimizing the scope of their assessment to overcome lack of bandwidth? Wondering what other things within the company environment need to be on your overall security radar? The CU guys will cover all these topics and more, on this week's episode of Compliance Unfiltered!
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On this week's episode of Compliance Unfiltered, Adam and Todd really breakdown the importance of quality communication in the world of compliance. What is communication a challenge when it comes to the compliance realm? How do you get your team prepared for changes in communication? Wondering about consolidating communications and the impact it can have on your compliance approach? The CU guys have got you covered. Plus Adam will give you the inside track to successful meeting frequency and anticipated outcomes. All this and more on this week's episode of Compliance Unfiltered.
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On this week's edition of Compliance Unfiltered, the guys are going to Toronto! Well not yet, but in a few weeks, the PCI 2022 North America Community Meeting will be hosted in Ontario's capital city. Adam and Todd will be there representing Total Compliance Tracking at the conference, and on this episode, the guys are excited to share some of the details of the event, add some color to the agenda by sharing more about TCT's involvement at the conference, and give our listeners a heads up on some VIP networking events going on in city. All this and more, on this episode of Compliance Unfiltered.
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On this week's episode of Compliance Unfiltered, the CU guys cover the how to, and the what to, do next after receiving your certification of compliance. And no, we're not just chatting about the afterparty plans. What clean up needs are there to be addressed? What do you do with the valuable lessons you learned along the way? What's next for your organization, and how do maintain the compliance you just earned? Adam and Todd will cover these issues at length, and more! All on this week's episode of Compliance Unfiltered.
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On this week's episode of Compliance Unfiltered, the guys tackle the old adage that life (or in this case compliance life) is all about the little things. What are the skills you need to develop to thrive in the compliance space? How important is being able to spin multiple plates in the compliance space? Which specific skills can you hone in your compliance took kit? Adam and Todd will cover these skills at length, and more! All on this week's episode of Compliance Unfiltered.
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On this week's episode, the Compliance Unfiltered Duo give you the quick hits from Q3 2022, in our quarterly security insights episode. From Central Logging and PCI v4.0, to Ransomware and Windows patching updates, the guys will also give you all the news notables from the quarter that was. All these insights and more on this week's Compliance Unfiltered!
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On this week's episode of Compliance Unfiltered, The CU guys run headlong into some of the avoidable human errors associated with Compliance Rework. What are some common mistakes that are made in an assessment? Maybe more importantly, what are their consequences? How do you avoid these pitfalls in your own approach, and what type of assumptions must you avoid to ensure you're not doubling your work down the line? All these answers and more, on this week's episode of Compliance Unfiltered!
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In a first for the show, this week's episode of Compliance Unfiltered, shakes things up a bit. Adam asks the questions about what Todd is hearing on a day-to-day basis about the needs and wants of Professionals in the compliance space. It's a candid look as some of the common challenges that organizations and assessors share in the space, as well as a deeper dive into some areas of opportunity for the space in general. the conversation also yields a view into some of the ways that Adam, and his company TCT, have been able to address them. All this and more on this week's special Unplugged edition of Compliance Unfiltered!
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On this week's episode, the Compliance Unfiltered, the guys dig in to those three little words in the world of compliance,"Trust But Verify." But honestly, what the heck is the topic even about? What does trust but verify mean in practical application? What should you do to best leverage the notion of trust but verify? The CU guys will tackle all these questions and more, on this week's episode of Compliance Unfiltered!
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On this week's episode, the Compliance Unfiltered, the guys take a thorough look into the common mistakes of new compliance managers. We're all human, we all make mistakes, but what are the ones compliance managers are most prone to? Why should new compliance managers take a "Crawl, Walk, Run" approach to a new organization? What type of relationship should you be developing with the company's top brass as a compliance manager? And what type of preparation should a Compliance Manager put in to truly be prepared? The CU guys will tackle all these topics and more, on this week's episode of Compliance Unfiltered!
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On this week's episode, the guys dig into the assessor realm a little deeper to understand the common mistakes companies make with their assessors. Why are organizations so scared of assessors? Are companies engaging their assessor too late? How are you prepping for your onsite? Are assessors actually humans or are we dealing with cyborgs??? The Compliance Unfiltered guys will cover all these topics and more, on this week's episode of Compliance Unfiltered!
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On this week's episode, the Compliance Unfiltered crew has a topic that dreams are made of for you - What to look for in that "Dream" assessor. When it comes to identifying the right assessor for your organization, folks often don't know where to start - Adam will give you the roadmap. Curious about some basic validation points? No worries. Wondering what you can look for to see if a firm is a good fit? the Compliance Unfiltered guys have you covered there too. All these topics and more, on this week's episode of Compliance Unfiltered!
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On this week's episode, the Compliance Unfiltered guys invading your home! Home office that is, as they take an in depth look at Home Office Security. With transition we've all undergone in the last few years it's important for organizations and employees alike, to focus on having their home office cybersecurity bases covered. From your home workstation, to at home data handling, to your home network concerns, the Compliance Unfiltered guys have you covered. All these topics and more, on this week's episode of Compliance Unfiltered!
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On this week's episode, the Compliance Unfiltered guys are taking the time plan their work and work their plan, as it relates to Compliance and Employee Turnover. Adam gives listeners an in depth understanding of why security can be increasingly tricky during a period of employee attrition in the compliance realm. What happens when there is turnover? How can companies properly prepare to mitigate their risks during compliance staffing turnover? No worries, the Compliance Unfiltered guys have you covered on all these topics and more, on this week's episode of Compliance Unfiltered!
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On this week's episode of Compliance Unfiltered, Adam gives the listener a very important arrow in their compliance quiver, how to approach the move from a manual compliance approach to a compliance management system. What should you, the compliance manager, say to your CEO/CFO if you were looking to implement this change? How do you effectively talk about things like potential ROI, risk reduction, or overall business benefits of compliance management automation? And what about the cyberliability insurance?! Don't worry, the guys have you covered, on this week's Compliance Unfiltered.
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On this week's episode, the Compliance Unfiltered Duo take an in depth look at the ubiquitous topic that is, Central Logging. It may seem pretty straight forward, but many organizations struggle with a complete understanding of the topic. Every company should care about Central Logging, but why? What type of things should you be logging? Whether you have questions about log locations, or devices and software themselves, Adam has the inside knowledge to how you ensure your logging practices are keeping your organizations safe. All this and more on this week's episode of Compliance Unfiltered!
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On this week's episode of Compliance Unfiltered, The Compliance Unfiltered crew cover the widely applicable topic of Business Continuity. Business Continuity seems like a simple enough concept, but many organizations seem to struggle with it year after year. Is it a lack of planning? Are there technical needs and considerations your organization just isn't accounting for? Do you have issues with your Backups? Is your DRaaS up to snuff, or do you need a refresher on exactly a DRaaS is? Either way the CU guys have got you covered, on this week's episode of Compliance Unfiltered!
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On this week's episode of Compliance Unfiltered, Adam and Todd tackle the wide-reaching topic of Incident Response and how to properly approach them. As Incident Response is applicable across all certifications, the CU guys do a deep dive in to the ins and outs of Incident Response - What the requirements are, how to effectively approach them, and what time of additional elements go in to setting your organization up for success in the incident response arena. All these topics, plus some Incident Response horror stories, on this week's episode of Compliance Unfiltered!
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On this week's episode of Compliance Unfiltered, The CU guys cover the ubiquitous topic of Security Awareness Training (SAT) and Security Reminders. Every company needs them but not SAT programs are created equal - Adam gives the listen a full breakdown on why companies have prioritized regular SAT, the various methods of delivery for the SAT, and how often companies should conduct SAT. Need a little more context to ensure your SAT is what it should be? No worries, the CU guys will cover the how's the why's and the best practices, to make sure your team is up to date and well informed. All these topics and more on this week's episode of Compliance Unfiltered!
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On this week's episode of Compliance Unfiltered, Adam gives the listener a full breakdown of the Compliance and Security Insights from Q2 of 2022. Looking for the quick coverage of this quarter's newsworthy items? We've got you. Need a better understanding of how Linking multiple certifications together can eliminate duplicate work? The CU fellas have you covered there too! Looking for clarity around Penetration Testing vs. Vulnerability Scan? No Sweat. All these topics and more on this week's episode of Compliance Unfiltered!
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On this week's episode of Compliance Unfiltered, The guys break down the importance of Owning Your Compliance Data. Adam gives a detailed overview of why it's important to own your compliance data, why it can be way more complicated than originally anticipated, and what a company can do to take back control of their data. Questions about third-party data migration? The CU fellas have you covered there too! All these topics and more on this week's episode of Compliance Unfiltered.
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On this week's episode of Compliance Unfiltered, Adam gives the Compliance Unfiltered listeners a masterclass in understanding the importance, history, and proper application of passwords. Now, it goes without saying that passwords have been a THING for a minute, but this episode provides a firm explanation of the schools of thought around passwords, and how to stay best protected in all scenarios. Just realizing passwords need to be longer than "1,2,3?" Don't worry, password basics on-deck, want to know more about secure encrypted password storage? The CU guys have you covered there too! All this and more on this week's episode of Compliance Unfiltered.
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On this week's episode of Compliance Unfiltered, the CU duo cover the potentially ominous... On-Site Audits/Assessments. Adam calls on his decades of experience to help our listeners understand how to successfully navigate from, "OMG it's time for our audit!" to "Phew, thank goodness, we made it!" What do you need to know and do in advance of the audit/assessment? What will your visiting assessor need from you and the organization? How should you prep for your audit internally? Adam's been there a thousand times and he's happy to help light your On-Site Assessment path, on this week's episode of Compliance Unfiltered.
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On this week's episode of Compliance Unfiltered, the guys tackle a topic that is on the lips of almost everyone in the compliance space, in one way or another, HIPAA. More to the point, the guys will cover how to successfully develop, implement, and manage a plan for HIPAA Compliance. For the uninitiated, Adam will walk the listeners through exactly what HIPAA is, why it's important, and how to effectively gain compliance with the help of some compliance industry savvy. These topics and more, all on this week's episode of Compliance Unfiltered.
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On this week's episode of Compliance Unfiltered, the guys tackle a topic that is skyrocketing in popularity amongst the compliance community, Cyberliability Insurance (CLI). For the uninitiated, Adam will walk the listeners through exactly what CLI is, why it's important to every business, and how to obtain CLI for an interested organization. Curious about what to expect to see in a CLI policy? Adam will break down what to make sure your policy has and DOESN'T have. The guys also chat about what NOT having insurance could mean for organization... These topics and more, all on this week's episode of Compliance Unfiltered.
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On this week's episode of Compliance Unfiltered, the guys have the pleasure of welcoming Total Compliance Tracking (TCT) Head of Product, Jon Dotson to the show. Jon will be covering the release of Live Linking between multiple certifications on the TCT Portal. He will walk the guys through exactly what Live Linking is, how it is helpful, and exactly how it is a benefit to company and assessor alike - in a myriad of compliance situations. Need custom certification to certification mapping? Jon will break down how the TCT Portal has got you covered there too. All this and more, on this week's episode of Compliance Unfiltered.
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On this week's episode of Compliance Unfiltered, Adam uncovers the depths of Security testing, and the difference between Vulnerability Scans Vs. Penetration Testing. Wondering why an organization should do security testing? Curious about Vulnerability Scans? Want to know the ins and outs of Penetration Testing? Are you expected to answer questions for your team on the advantages and disadvantages of security testing?
Have no fear, the guys have got you covered, all on this week's Compliance Unfiltered!
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On this week's episode of Compliance Unfiltered, the guys will give you an in-depth breakdown of all the ins and outs of going up against multiple compliance standards. Why is it challenging? How do you do it? How does your industry impact the compliance standards you're required to go up against? We got you. Have additional questions about things like implementation of a new approach? You're not alone. Adam has the keys to unlock that door and more - all on this week's Compliance Unfiltered!
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On this week's Episode of Compliance Unfiltered, the guys will give you an in-depth overview of everyone's favorite moment in a compliance engagement, the end! What is a compliance party? How do you get invited to one? What should you bring? All are valid questions - Adam will give you a full breakdown on how to throw, attend, and clean up after YOUR compliance party, all on this week's Compliance Unfiltered!
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On this episode of Compliance Unfiltered, Adam gives the listeners and incredible breakdown of the "How to" of SOC2 Compliance and importance of Appropriate Handling of Directional Certifications. From the criteria that needs to be met to how an organization can define those criteria, to how the organization can define those testing steps to best test controls, the Compliance Unfiltered guys have got you covered! Questions about configuration? Need a better understanding of complications and challenges of directional certs? No problem - Adam brings the SOC2 heat on this week's Compliance Unfiltered!
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On this episode of Compliance Unfiltered, the guys unveil a new feature on the podcast... Quarterly Compliance and Security Insights Reports! This quarter, Adam will be covering Best Practices around access control and password management. He'll cover the importance of customizing your directional compliance criteria and hit a myriad of key points from this quarter's compliance news. From LOG4J vulnerability to covering the most critical of this year's batch of Microsoft bugs, the guys have got you covered! All on this week's Compliance Unfiltered.
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On this week's episode of Compliance Unfiltered... ITS ALMOST HERE! PCI 4.0, having been rumored for more than a year and a half, is finally set to be released - Assessors will get the soft release in late January, the public will get the full rollout in March... But you, you get the breakdown on everything from the new inclusions of PCI 4.0 to what impacts you can expect 4.0 will to have on you and your business, this week's Compliance Unfiltered!
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On this week's edition of Compliance Unfiltered Adam and Todd tackle to the tough topic of CMMC 2.0! Given the number of changes recently set in place by the CMMC-AB, the guys have brought in some reinforcements; Special Guest. and Total Compliance Tracking's Head of Product, Jon Dotson joins the discussion! Covering everything from the 2.0 changes to the long-term impacts across the space this week's episode of Compliance Unfiltered is chalked full of critical information in the CMMC arena.
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On this episode of Compliance Unfiltered, Adam and Todd take a trip down 2021's memory lane. Starting Episode 1 - Adam's Story and his introduction to the compliance universe, to covering the struggle of compliance in a COVID effected universe, to the rigors and benefits of creating a culture of compliance. Compliance Unfiltered's year in review hits all the highlights (and lowlights) of the first year on the podcast.
The guys will also give you a look into the compliance future, with episodes on CMMC 2.0, PCI 4.0, and Special Guest appearances on the 2022 horizon.
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On this week's episode of Compliance Unfiltered the guys have an in-depth conversation about a topic that is close to all our hearts in the compliance space - Spreadsheets, and how they stack up against the compliance management software systems out there. The guys talk through the pitfalls of the spreadsheet approach, and why compliance pros have a hard time leaving their macros behind. Adam breaks down exactly what to look for in a compliance management software and what type of ROI you can expect over your old spreadsheets. The guys will cover all these topics and more, on this week's edition of Compliance Unfiltered.
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On this episode of compliance unfiltered, Adam gives the listeners an inside look at how to start a compliance program from the ground up. Whether you are a new organization looking to get started on the right foot, or an organization just now starting to focus on your compliance health this is the episode for you. What certifications do your need? How do you go about starting down the compliance path to success? What documents, are required and how long will it take to get from where you are, to where you need to be? Adam will cover all these questions and more on this week's edition of Compliance Unfiltered.
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On this episode of compliance unfiltered, Adam lets the listeners know the value, and the secret, to creating a Culture of Compliance within your organization. The Compliance Unfiltered guys chat about how, like mentioned in the last episode, compliance is NOT just an IT thing.
What exactly does Adam means by a Culture of Compliance? How can a company can get from where they are now to having a Culture of Compliance? And once they've got there, how can they keep that culture thriving? Adam's got the answers on this episode of Compliance Unfiltered.
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On this episode of compliance unfiltered, Adam describes and explains the primary omissions and mistakes companies make when it comes to their data security programs. Did you know that it takes 280 days on average for a company to detect a breach? ... I know! What are the common themes when it comes to mistakes and assumptions? Are you making them right now? Want to hear a cautionary tale or two..? We got those. Need to know what to do to get headed in the right direction? Adam will walk through it step by step to ensure you're comfortable and covered.
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On this episode of Compliance Unfiltered, Adam takes an in-depth look at high-interest topic of firewalls.
Everyone knows the term but NOT everyone understands what a firewall is, who in the organization needs to have a working knowledge of the firewalls in place, and what the hell a firewall is in the first place.
Have a small organization and think you're too small to be found? Have a large organization and think you have all your bases covered? Adam breaks down step by step, how to ensure you aren't overlooking key ongoing maintenance issues that could spell disaster for your security.
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On this episode of Compliance Unfiltered, Adam, a veteran of several SOC2 engagements, gives the listeners a behind the scenes look at exactly what goes in to a SOC 2 Assessment, how it differs from PCI, and others certifications, and why an organization would need to gain SOC 2 compliance in the first place. What's the difference between a SOC 2 Type 1 and a Type 2? How do you stay on track for next year? What can you do proactively? Adam makes sure you leave this podcast with a firm grasp of the knowledge needed to properly game plan for your next SOC 2 assessment - Without all the guesswork.
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On this episode of Compliance Unfiltered, Adam tackles every popular topic of Risk Assessments. We cover the important factors in understanding the various risks to a given organization, what a Risk Assessments is and why they're important - plus, why your Risk Assessments are something that should really be done by a third party. Want to know what approaches are typically going to be involved in a Risk Assessment? We've got your covered. What type of planning is needed to set your organization up for success? Adam breaks it all down, from scoping to timeline, you will walk away from this episode confident that you at least know approximately how tall of a Risk Assessment mountain you'll have to climb.
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On the latest episode of Compliance Unfiltered Adam tackles the bear that is CMMC! It's a hot button topic for many folks in the compliance space, and if you do any work with the US government and are subject to Department of Defense Regulations, this is the episode for you!
Adam goes through why CMMC is making such a big splash in the space now, how it's structured, why it's causing so many issues at the moment, and what the heck you, as a DoD vendor should be doing about it. Does your CMMC Prep have in you a position to be leading the pack or being left in the dust? Let Adam make sure you know before you need to...
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On this week's installment of Compliance Unfiltered, the guys tackle the tough issue of how COVID-19 has impacted compliance practices in the workplace. And what, as things start to cycle back to relative normality in the business arena, you can expect from the compliance landscape.
From office transitions to travel, to work from home challenges, everyone is feeling the strain of change. How, from a compliance perspective, can you navigate these waters effectively? How can you ensure your organization isn't compromised from a security perspective? What lessons have businesses already learned from the COVID pandemic that you can use to stay ahead of the game? Find out all this and more, on this episode of Compliance Unfiltered with Adam Goslin.
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This episode of Compliance Unfiltered is dedicated to those going through, or about to go through, a compliance engagement and are deciding what mix of help is needed for them to complete their compliance tasks, successfully and as painlessly as possible. Adam covers, in-depth, the differences between an Assessor only approach Vs. A Consultant + Assessor approach, and what each will add to your compliance game-plan.
Which do I need? Can't my IT Department figure this stuff out? If I already have an assessor would I need a consultant? Adam takes to the time to walk through all these answers so you don't have to guess!
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On this episode Adam gives the listeners a first-hand look at the Take the Bull by the Horns approach to the often-overwhelming world of PCI Compliance.
For those new to PCI, we cover how to know which type of PCI Assessment will meet your compliance needs, where/how to find them, and what to do next. Adam gives you an expert look at what it takes to perform an assessment and how to successfully overcome the sheer complexity of PCI-DSS.
We spend a fair amount of time covering how to navigate the potential pitfalls of PCI, and how to ensure your team is ready for their Compliance Party!
Finally, Adam gives a breakdown of ongoing compliance practices that ensure you're set up for NEXT YEAR'S PCI assessment as well.
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Adam Goslin gives you a breakdown of who he is, where he gained his expertise, and exactly why the hell you'd want to listen to him.
He also provides some background on his own experience through the compliance circus, and how a desire to help people make their compliance experience suck less, led him to found the company Total Compliance Tracking, and eventually to starting this very podcast.
Top 5 topics on the episodes
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Why in the hell should you listen to Adam Goslin
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Adam intro / background
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Why got into this space
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Why are we doing this podcast?
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Why companies struggle with Making Compliance Suck Less
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