From Battlefield to Boardroom: Lessons in Cyber Leadership with Patti Titus

In the premiere episode of Season 2 of SOC Unlocked, host Mick Leach sits down with Patricia Titus, Field CISO at Abnormal AI, for a candid conversation about resilience, risk, and redefining what it means to lead in cybersecurity.

With more than two decades of experience—including leadership roles at TSA, Freddie Mac, and Symantec—Patricia shares her unconventional path into the industry, from military intelligence to the CISO seat. She reflects on the value of asking for what you want, the lessons learned from a breach just two weeks into a new role, and why AI and data ethics are now at the center of security strategy.

It’s a powerful reminder that cybersecurity isn’t just about tech—it’s about people, choices, and how we prepare for what’s next.

Insights

• Cybersecurity careers often follow non-linear paths.

• Data has intrinsic value that can impact a company's reputation.

• AI will create new roles and opportunities in cybersecurity.

• People are often the weakest link in your cyber defense.

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