The Professional CISO The Professional CISO

Practical Zero Trust, Apprenticeships, and Learning to Learn in the Age of AI | Larry Woods

Dec 12, 2025 · 50m

Summary

Host David Malakot interviews Larry Woods, CISO at Post Holdings, on his journey from infrastructure to cybersecurity. Woods discusses implementing practical zero trust, the value of apprenticeships, and fostering "learning to learn" in the AI era. He emphasizes that leadership support and business acumen are critical for CISO success.

Topics discussed

Introduction and show housekeeping Larry Woods' origin story and career path Transitioning to CISO and board presentations Practical zero trust and SaaS migration Cloud transformation and risk management Cybersecurity apprenticeship programs AI's impact on learning and critical thinking Leadership lessons and influence without authority Business acumen for technical leaders Rapid fire questions and closing remarks
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