Talking Cyber Security
Talking Cyber Security
Richard Heron
Cyber Security, data breaches, Hackers, Chief Information Security Officers, Talking Cyber Security (formerly 'The Australian CISO') is a podcast for anyone interested in Cyber Security. Hear about data breaches, cyber news, how security personnel 'tick', how to answer questions at an interview, lessons learnt while doing the security role, how security people network, how they succeed etc. Use the email address [email protected] to make comments, pose questions or even ask to be on The Australian CISO podcast.The main presenter is Richard Heron. Richard is an experienced CISO and has learnt many tough lessons during the many and varied Security Management roles he has held since 2002. He also holds some security accreditations as well. Richard enjoys AFL, podcasting, e-Biking and charity work.
Episode 106: Episode 106 Mythos, Quantum and the Canvas Breach
In this episode, Richard briefly discusses Anthropic's Mythos, Quantum computing and the recent Canvas Breach.
May 31
22 min
Episode 104: Episode 105 - Top 10 - Security knowledge alone is not enough
In this 40 minute episode, Richard provides the top 10 recommendations to help you get to the next level. You can have all the certifications in the world, but without the non-security related skills... you will find it hard to progress. 
Mar 10
40 min
Episode 103: Episode 103 - Part 4 - Security knowledge alone is not enough.
In this episode, Richard finishes off the discussion on all the non-security related skills you will need to climb the corporate security ladder.
Feb 22
16 min
Episode 102: Episode 102 - Part 3 - Security knowledge alone is not enough
Richard continues his discussion about the non-security skills you require to be successful in a cyber role.
Jan 13
18 min
Episode 101: Episode 101 - Part 2 - Security knowledge alone is not enough
In Part 2 of this series, Richard continues with the lessons needed to get you to the next level in your security journey.
Dec 21, 2025
25 min
Episode 100: Episode 100 - Security knowledge alone is not enough
In this episode, Richard is of the opinion that security knowledge is just not enough to succeed in this field.
Nov 22, 2025
28 min
Episode 99: Episode 99 - Quick AISA Melbourne Cybercon 2025 coverage
In this episode, Richard briefly gives his thoughts about CyberCon Melbourne 2025.
Nov 1, 2025
7 min
Episode 99: Episode 99 - Quick AISA Melbourne Cybercon 2025 coverage
In this episode, Richard briefly gives his thoughts about CyberCon Melbourne 2025.
Nov 1, 2025
7 min
Episode 98: Episode 98 - CyberCon Melbourne 2025
In this episode, Richard discusses what to expect from CyberCon Melbourne 2025.
Oct 12, 2025
11 min
Episode 97: Episode 97 - Part 2 - Scattered Spider
In this episode, Richard completes his 2 part series on hacking group Scattered Spider.
Sep 13, 2025
17 min
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