344: Dustin Dobbyn - Train Like Your Life Depends on It: A SWAT Operator on Cyber Resilience

About this episode

Steve interviews Dustin Dobbyn about the intersection of physical security and cybersecurity, emphasizing the importance of training, preparation, and flexibility in the workplace.

Today, Steve speaks with Dustin Dobbyn, an internationally recognized security expert, Marine Corps veteran, former SWAT operator, and the CEO of a fast-growing private security and executive protection firm. The two discuss management under pressure, the value of training and preparation, and awareness of supply chain risk. Dustin also makes the case for agility and flexibility in the workplace. Key Takeaways: Physical security and cybersecurity are no longer separate arenas and organizations must realize all forms of security impact one another. Intelligence is your greatest friend when building organizational resilience. Work schedule flexibility can significantly improve productivity. Tune in to hear more about: Securing all levels of your supply chain ( 8:15 ) A skill that veterans can bring to the cybersecurity industry ( 14:05 ) Dustin’s resilience roadmap for the next five years ( 18:02 ) Standout Quotes: “If you think you know it all, it's time to get out of the business.” - Dustin Dobbyn “So we're seeing, especially in the corporate world for corporate security, a lot of people working remote on a flex schedule, and we're seeing a lot more productivity because of it…

People in this episode

Host: Steve

Guest: Dustin Dobbyn

Topics covered

• cyber resilience
• management under pressure
• training and preparation
• supply chain risk
• workplace flexibility
• organizational resilience

Keywords

• cybersecurity
• physical security
• organizational resilience
• supply chain
• workplace productivity
• training
• management
• agility

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Marine Corps, SWAT, Information Security Forum

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