S5:E12 Locked Up with Zach Lewis

About this episode

Zach Lewis discusses the intersection of technical resilience and leadership in cybersecurity, emphasizing the importance of curiosity and authentic relationships for success.

Dive into the career journey of Zach Lewis, CISO and CIO of the University of Health Sciences and Pharmacy, as he explores the intersection of technical resilience and the "human" element of leadership. This episode serves as a tactical guide for navigating the high-stakes world of cybersecurity while staying grounded in curiosity and connection. Key Insights Include: The Power of Curiosity: Why inquisitive hiring is the secret to building high-performing, adaptable teams. Ransomware Reality Checks: Lessons from Lewis’s book, Locked Up, on surviving a cyber crisis and coming out stronger. AI’s Educational Shift: Understanding how emerging tech is reshaping the classroom and the future job market. Combating Burnout: Practical approaches to sustaining a long-term career in a high-pressure industry. Whether you're looking for leadership strategies in tech or a firsthand account of surviving a ransomware attack, Lewis’s blueprint emphasizes that professional success is built on a foundation of authentic relationships. Listen now to discover why intellectual curiosity is the ultimate asset for the modern C-suite leader.

People in this episode

Hosts: Tyler White, Kevyn Rustici

Guest: Zach Lewis

Topics covered

• cybersecurity
• leadership
• technical resilience
• curiosity in hiring
• ransomware
• AI in education
• combating burnout

Keywords

• cyber crisis
• high-performing teams
• emerging tech
• job market
• long-term career
• professional success
• intellectual curiosity

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: University of Health Sciences and Pharmacy

Books & works: Locked Up

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