Cybersecurity Is About Risk Not Tech | Guest: Carlos Lobato
From Life of a CISO with Dr. Eric Cole by Dr. Eric Cole
April 9, 2026 · 35 min
About this episode
Dr. Eric Cole and Carlos Lobato discuss the importance of understanding risk in cybersecurity over technology.
In this episode of Life of a CISO, Dr. Eric Cole sits down with guest Carlos Lobato to break down one of the biggest misconceptions in cybersecurity today: it is not about technology, it is about risk. Carlos shares his journey from accounting and auditing into cybersecurity and explains how understanding business, finance, and communication gives professionals a major edge. Together, they reveal why many organizations remain exposed despite having security tools in place and how failing to communicate risk properly is often the real problem. They also dive into real-world challenges like lack of funding, outdated systems, and increasing global threats, and explain how to still be effective even when resources are limited. The key takeaway is clear if leadership does not understand the risk in business terms, they will not take action. If you want to grow your career, get buy-in from executives, and become a stronger leader in cybersecurity, this episode will change how you approach your role.
People in this episode
Host: Dr. Eric Cole
Guest: Carlos Lobato
Topics covered
- cybersecurity
- risk management
- business communication
- leadership
- funding challenges
Keywords
- cybersecurity
- risk
- business
- finance
- communication
- leadership
- funding
- global threats
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