CISO burnout and boardroom truths
From Cloud Security Today by Matthew Chiodi
September 1, 2025 · 40 min · Season 5 · Episode 7
About this episode
Rinki Sethi discusses her journey as a CISO, the evolving cybersecurity landscape, and the importance of communication and community in the industry.
Send a text In this conversation, Rinki Sethi , a seasoned cybersecurity leader, shares her journey from being a CISO at major companies to her current role at Upwind Security. She discusses the evolving landscape of cybersecurity, the impact of AI, and the importance of community in the industry. Rinki emphasizes the need for strong communication skills for CISOs, the significance of evaluating company culture before taking on new roles, and the necessity of leveraging AI to enhance cybersecurity programs. She also highlights the importance of personal growth and building supportive networks within the cybersecurity community.
People in this episode
Host: Matthew Chiodi
Guest: Rinki Sethi
Topics covered
- CISO burnout
- cybersecurity
- AI in cybersecurity
- communication skills
- company culture
- community support
Keywords
- CISO
- cybersecurity
- AI
- communication skills
- company culture
- personal growth
- supportive networks
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Organizations: Upwind Security
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